Packing your next court
Packing your next court
Side-by-side specs, ₱ prices and ratings from 14 PaddleBag players who own these paddles.
Average play-style scores out of 5. Higher wins.
Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm
Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta
| Score | Perseus 16mm | Vanguard Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 3.2 | 3.3 (higher) |
| Control | 3.4 (higher) | 3.3 |
| Spin | 3.4 | 3.8 (higher) |
| Feel | 3.1 (higher) | 3.0 |
| Touch | 3.2 | 3.5 (higher) |
| Spec | Perseus 16mm | Vanguard Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Joola | Selkirk |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Shape | elongated | elongated |
| Core | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Grip | 4 1/8 | 4 1/4 |
| Handle | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Face | raw carbon | carbon |
| Core type | polymer | polymer |
| USAP | approved | approved |
| Price (PH) | ~₱16,182 | ~₱14,500 |
~ = 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 16mm 16mm vs…
PaddleBag players rate the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta higher overall: the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm has 3.3★ from 10 ratings and the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta has 3.4★ from 4 ratings. Pick the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta if you want more spin and touch. The Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta is about ₱1,682 cheaper.
They're about even on power — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.2/5 and the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 3.3/5 from PaddleBag players.
They're about even on control — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.4/5 and the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 3.3/5 from PaddleBag players. Beginners usually improve fastest with the higher-control paddle.
The Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta is rated higher on spin — the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm scores 3.4/5 and the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta 3.8/5 from PaddleBag players.
About ~₱16,182 for the Joola Perseus 16mm 16mm and ~₱14,500 for the Selkirk Vanguard Pro Invikta. Prices with ~ are US retail converted to pesos; local sellers vary, so compare before you buy.
Yes. PaddleBag lists both as USAP approved.
