
JOOLA Pickleball Paddles
Learn more about the latest JOOLA (pronounced 'YOH-la') paddles, including the MOD-TA 15, 3S Series, along with the Perseus, Hyperion C2's, Scorpeus, Radius and Seneca. (Updated December 2024)
Quick Look: Current JOOLA Paddles
Paddles | Shape (Elongated or Compact) | Handle Length | Core Widths Available |
Perseus 3S | (Elongated) | 5.5" |
14mm 16mm |
Magnus 3S | (Elongated) | 5.0 |
14mm 16mm |
Hyperion 3S | Elongated | 5.5" |
14mm 16mm |
Scorpeus 3S | Compact | 5.25" | 14mm 16mm |
MOD-TA 15 | Elongated | 5.5" | 14mm 16mm |
Ben Johns Hyperion C2 | Elongated | 5.5" | 14mm 16mm |
Ben Johns Perseus | Elongated | 5.5" | 14mm 16mm |
Scorpeus | Compact | 5.25" | 14mm 16mm |
Ben Johns Hyperion | Elongated | 5.5" | 14mm 16mm |
Vision | Elongated | 5.5" | 14mm 16mm |
Radius | Compact | 5" | 14mm 16mm |
Seneca | Compact | 5" | 14mm 16mm |
JOOLA Paddle Technologies
Carbon Framed Design
JOOLA's official description for the construction of its Carbon Framed Design is: A fully encased carbon frame for increased strength and durability.
The entire 3S series of paddles, the MOD-TA 15's, Perseus, Scorpeus, and the Hyperion C2's all utilize uni-body construction. And besides enhancing strength and durability, another benefit to JOOLA's Carbon Framed Design is better paddle stability, which complements both paddle power and comfort.
Paddle Surfaces
While all JOOLA paddles utilize a polypropylene honeycomb core, their three-letter acronym describes the various types of paddle surfaces. The first letter (C or F) denotes either carbon fiber or fiberglass composition respectively. The second and third letters notate the type of texture.
- Charged Carbon Surface: A bonding treatment that when combined with CFS strengthens the paddle surface and provides a crisp feel, along with extra energy return.
- Carbon Friction Surface (CFS): The base layer of JOOLA's premium carbon fiber surface, made of textured Carbon-Flex5, which is durable and offers predictable performance plus superb feel.
- Carbon Grip Surface (CGS): Carbon fiber surface composed of a durable Carbon-Flex3 textured material that grips the ball for long-lasting and easy access to spin.
- Carbon Drive Surface (CDS): Available with the Seneca CDS 16, this is a carbon dominate hybrid surface material that is durable, spin friendly and slightly increases power off the face of the paddle.
Core Materials
Propulsion Core
A variation on the Reactive Core, JOOLA refers to the latest update and modification to their polypropylene honeycomb core as the Propulsion Core. The, "propulsion" aspect of its name refers to how the core functions. Two varieties of foam surround the core allowing it to sort of float and move (internally) at contact, which adds precision when you need it and power when you want it.
Paddles with Propulsion Core:
- MOD-TA 15
- Perseus 3S
- Magnus 3S
- Scorpeus 3S
- Hyperion 3S
Reactive Core
JOOLA's specifically tuned polypropylene honeycomb core aims to provide a consistent and predictable rebound across the entire paddle face. The comfort-oriented Reactive Core also nominally contributes to overall power and filters out vibration without diminishing feel.
Paddles with Reactive Core:
- Ben Johns Hyperion C2
- Perseus
- Scorpeus
- Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16
Response Core
A polypropylene honeycomb core that compresses for feel while the cell shape and materials offer great durability and paddle lifespan.
Paddles with Response Core:
- Radius CGS 16
- Vision (All versions)
Hyperfoam Edge Wall
Hyperfoam Edge Wall is a game-changer. JOOLA's specialized foam-injected edge adds weight and stability to increase the size of sweetspot. This provides a comfortable, solid feel and consistent rebound during play around the entire surface.
Paddles with Hyperfoam Edge Wall:
- Perseus 3S, Magnus 3S, Scorpeus 3S and Hyperion 3S
- MOD-TA 15
- Hyperion C2
- Perseus
- Scorpeus
- Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16
Aero-Curve Design
Aero-Curve Design is JOOLA's unique paddle shape that creates less drag and increases swing speed by rounding the top edge of the paddles.
Paddles with Aero-Curve Design:
- Hyperion 3 (Simone Jardim and Ben Johns models)
- First Generation Hyperion (Simone Jardim and Ben Johns models)
- Radius
- Vision CGS 16
JOOLA Feel-Tec Pure Grip
JOOLA's new replacement grip does away with the contoured ridge in favor of a sleeker option, with better sweat absorption and feel.
JOOLA's Feel-Tec-Pure Grip is standard on:
- Perseus
- Hyperion C2
- Scorpeus
- Seneca
JOOLA Ridge-Grip
JOOLA utilizes its perforated, anti-slip contour/ridge grip that provides excellent absorption properties in terms of perspiration, vibration and is also semi-tacky.
The JOOLA Ridge-Grip is standard on:
- First Generation Hyperions
- Vision
- Radius
JOOLA Paddle Technology Chart
Paddle |
Control & Power (1 - 5) |
Core Type | Hyperfoam Edge Wall | Carbon Framed Design | Carbon Friction + Charged Carbon |
Perseus 3S | 4.0 | Propulsion | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Magnus 3S | 4.5 | Propulsion | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Hyperion 3S | 4.0 | Propulsion | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Scorpeus 3S | 4.5 | Propulsion | Yes | Yes | Yes |
MOD-TA 15 | 5 | Propulsion | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Hyperion C2 | 3.75 | Reactive | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Perseus | 3.75 | Reactive | Yes | Yes |
Yes |
Scorpeus | 4.0 | Reactive | Yes | Yes |
Yes |
Hyperion Ben Johns CFS 16 | 3.75 | Reactive | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Vision CGS 16 | 3.5 | Response | No | No | Yes |
Radius CGS 16 | 3.5 | Response | No | No | No |
Seneca CDS 16 | 3.5 | Response | No | No |
No (CDS) |