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The 18 Best Pickleball Paddles

By YPB Team

From tour-proven legends to budget-friendly sleepers, this lineup spans elongated power sticks and control-first classics across every major brand in the sport. Which paddle deserves the top spot?

  1. Franklin Signature — ranked #11
    Franklin Signature
    A budget carbon-face paddle with a dedicated following among players moving up from beginner gear.
    1000pts
  2. JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus — ranked #22
    JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus
    The current signature paddle of the world's top-ranked player, blending power and spin.
    953pts
  3. JOOLA Hyperion CFS 16mm — ranked #33
    JOOLA Hyperion CFS 16mm
    A top-selling thermoformed paddle known for its pop and spin generation.
    787pts
  4. ProXR Signature Jolt — ranked #44
    ProXR Signature Jolt
    A niche paddle known among enthusiasts for ProXR's signature handle geometry and textured face.
    636pts
  5. Selkirk Luxx Control Air — ranked #55
    Selkirk Luxx Control Air
    A control-focused paddle widely used by intermediate and advanced players.
    538pts
  6. CRBN2X Power Series — ranked #66
    CRBN2X Power Series
    A popular update to the original CRBN line built for added power.
    538pts
  7. Engage Pursuit EX 6.0 — ranked #77
    Engage Pursuit EX 6.0
    A control-oriented paddle popular among competitive club players.
    538pts
  8. Selkirk AMPED Epic — ranked #88
    Selkirk AMPED Epic
    The tour-dominating paddle Ben Johns used to build his early legend before switching brands.
    418pts
  9. Onix Z5 — ranked #99
    Onix Z5
    One of the earliest widely adopted graphite paddles, a fixture in the sport's growth years.
    418pts
  10. Gearbox CX14E — ranked #1010
    Gearbox CX14E
    Known for its elongated shape and stiff, powerful face.
    418pts
  11. Electrum Model E — ranked #1111
    Electrum Model E
    A boutique-brand paddle favored by players chasing a soft, control-first feel.
    418pts
  12. Diadem Warrior Edge — ranked #1212
    Diadem Warrior Edge
    A cult-favorite paddle with an etched carbon face designed for spin-heavy playstyles.
    418pts
  13. Selkirk Vanguard Power Air — ranked #1313
    Selkirk Vanguard Power Air
    A best-selling power-oriented paddle popular on the pro tour.
    418pts
  14. Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro — ranked #1414
    Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro
    A long-time tour staple prized for its forgiving sweet spot and control.
    418pts
  15. CRBN1 — ranked #1515
    CRBN1
    The raw carbon-fiber paddle that reshaped expectations for spin and face texture.
    269pts
  16. Six Zero Double Black Diamond — ranked #1616
    Six Zero Double Black Diamond
    A widely used all-court paddle known for its balanced feel and consistency.
    269pts
  17. Vatic Pro Prism Flash — ranked #1717
    Vatic Pro Prism Flash
    A budget-friendly paddle with a cult following among value-conscious players.
    269pts
  18. Engage Poach Infinity EX — ranked #1818
    Engage Poach Infinity EX
    A legacy control paddle favored by early competitive players for its touch game and textured spin skin.
    269pts
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