Packing your next court
Packing your next court
Side-by-side specs, ₱ prices and ratings from 21 PaddleBag players who own these paddles.
Average play-style scores out of 5. Higher wins.
Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm
| Score | Perseus 16mm | Perseus Pro IV |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 3.3 | 3.4 (higher) |
| Control | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Spin | 3.4 (higher) | 3.2 |
| Feel | 3.1 | 3.4 (higher) |
| Touch | 3.3 (higher) | 3.2 |
| Spec | Perseus 16mm | Perseus Pro IV |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Joola | Joola |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Shape | elongated | elongated |
| Core | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.9–8.3 oz |
| Grip | 4 1/8 | 4 1/8 |
| Handle | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Face | raw carbon | raw carbon |
| Core type | polymer | polymer |
| USAP | approved | approved |
| Price (PH) | ~₱16,182 | ~₱16,240 |
~ = US retail converted to pesos. Picks prices are affiliate listings; PaddleBag may earn a commission.
Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm
“It’s a great choice for intermediate to advanced players looking for a versatile paddle that performs well in nearly every aspect of the game.”
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm
“Used it for a week. I love this paddle, I’m just not satisfied with the sound since it’s honeycomb.”
Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm vs…
Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm vs…
PaddleBag players rate them about the same overall: the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm has 3.3★ from 8 ratings and the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm has 3.3★ from 13 ratings. Pick the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm if you want more feel. They cost about the same in the Philippines.
They're about even on power — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.3/5 and the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm 3.4/5 from PaddleBag players.
They're about even on control — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.5/5 and the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm 3.5/5 from PaddleBag players. Beginners usually improve fastest with the higher-control paddle.
They're about even on spin — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.4/5 and the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm 3.2/5 from PaddleBag players.
About ~₱16,182 for the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm and ~₱16,240 for the Joola Perseus Pro IV 16mm. Prices with ~ are US retail converted to pesos; local sellers vary, so compare before you buy.
On specs, weights are 7.8–8.2 oz vs 7.9–8.3 oz. See the full side-by-side table above.
Yes. PaddleBag lists both as USAP approved.
