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We collect thousands of pickleball paddle reviews each year from our customers, your fellow players. These paddle reviews can help tell you as much about a paddle as anything PickleballCentral or the paddle manufacturer can tell you. Our team decided to curate a category of just our highest rated paddles. In order for a paddle to make it onto this list, it had to meet three criteria. First, it needed to have a 5-Star Paddle Rating. Second, it needed to have at least 20 ACTUAL customer reviews so you could trust the reviews to give you unique insights into the paddle's performance. Finally, the paddle needed to be proven in the field for at least 4 months.

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    PRIME Epic X4 Paddle in four eye-catching colors, blue, green, purple and red.
    Selkirk
    Bold and colorful graphics are sure to make you stand out during play. Paddle features Selkirk's FiberFlex face for greater control and power.

    Middleweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $79.99
    Composite Z5 Paddle with familiar "Z" graphic available in blue, red, green, yellow, black, orange, pink or purple
    Onix
    This paddle provides power with a classic paddle shape. It features a tennis style grip and excellent workmanship.

    Heavyweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $79.99
    Compass Graphite Pickleball Paddle by GAMMA
    Gamma
    Navigate your way to a win with this elongated paddle from Gamma, featuring a thicker core and textured graphite face.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Small Grip
    Price: $139.99
    Evoke Pro Composite Paddle featuring Onix Superior Tacky grip, available in several great colors
    Onix
    This paddle is great for intermediate to advanced players who want more power. Slightly heavier than its predecessor.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $99.99
    Electrum Pro Graphite Pickleball Paddle, polymer core and graphite face.
    Electrum PIckleball
    Free Paddle Cover whiles supplies last
    Paddle features a sturdy, raw carbon fiber face and durable construction. Wide surface and textured finish make it a great choice for spinners.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $149.99
    Temporarily Out of Stock
    Radical Pro Composite Pickleball Paddle, polymer core and fiberglass face.
    Head
    Bring more power to the court with this composite paddle from HEAD, experts in racquet sports!

    Middle-Heavyweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $89.95
    The Babolat REBEL Pickleball Paddle with polypropylene core and fiberglass face, choose from touch or power models.
    Babolat
    Powerful polymer core and graphite face. Designed for a variety of players providing comfort, protection, and control.

    Middleweight/Heavyweight and Small Grip
    Price: $119.00
    The Elite Pro Maverick Paddle paddle by EngagePickleball
    Engage
    FREE Paddle Cover ($14.99 Value)
    This paddle was developed in conjunction with top players, the longer handle delivers increased torque and spin.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $134.99
    The Elite Pro Composite paddle by EngagePickleball-choose from red or white
    Engage
    FREE Paddle Cover ($14.99 Value)
    The paddle behind impressive wins at the 2017 US OPEN. Choose from Standard or LITE options.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $134.99
    Outbreak Graphite Pickleball Paddle, graphite reinforced face and polymer core.
    Onix
    Features a graphite-reinforced face and polymer core. Onix's TeXtreme Technology delivers increased durability without adding weight.

    Middleweight/Large Grip
    Price: $129.99
    The Encore MX 6.0 paddle by EngagePickleball-choose from two grips and five colors.
    Engage
    Extended length for more reach from Engage. ControlPro Core paired with FiberTEK skin offer the perfect combination for enhanced spin. Choose from thin or standard grip and 5 colors.

    Middleweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $154.99
    Response Pro Composite Paddle by Prince Pickleball, choose from 2 weights, 2 grips sizes and five colors.
    Prince Pickleball
    With years of expertise in racquet sports, Prince Pickleball brings us this poly-core composite paddle.

    Light or Middleweight/Small or Large Grip
    Price: $128.99
    Kinetic Ovation Flight Pickleball Paddle by ProKennex
    ProKennex
    FREE Paddle Cover ($16.99 value)
    Reduce vibration and impact with this innovative paddle from ProKennex. Choose from blue or pink.

    Light-Midweight/Small Grip
    Price: $179.95
    V550 Hybrid Pickleball Paddle by Vulcan
    Vulcan
    The elongated design of this paddle from Vulcan allows you to generate more speed and spin off the face.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $139.99
    The Rally Graphite Power 5.0 with polypropylene core and graphite face, choose from blue green, red or yellow in thicker core for increased power.
    PickleballCentral
    Hurry, Sale Ends Soon!
    Powerful polymer core and graphite/fiberglass hybrid face. Designed to offer a large sweet spot and generous playing surface.

    Middleweight/Small or Medium Grip
    MSRP: $89.99
    Sale Price: $79.99
    Legend Composite Pickleball Paddle by GAMMA
    Gamma
    Features thicker large-celled core to provide a soft and quiet responsive feel. Textured composite face enhances power.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Small Grip
    Price: $119.99
    Middleweight, polymer-core paddle, great for entry level up to pro level.
    PickleballCentral
    Hurry, Sale Ends Soon!
    This graphite paddle is perfect for those entering the sport. Light-middle weight poly-core paddle offers great control and quick reaction time.

    Middleweight/Small Grip
    MSRP: $49.99
    Sale Price: $39.99
    The Rally PX Graphite with polypropylene core and graphite face, choose from blue green, red or yellow.
    PickleballCentral
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    This paddle features a graphite/fiberglass hybrid face along with a generous hitting surface. Choose from four colors.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    MSRP: $79.99
    Sale Price: $69.99
    Kinetic Ovation Speed II Pickleball Paddle by ProKennex
    ProKennex
    FREE Paddle Cover ($16.99 value)
    Reduce vibration and impact with this innovative paddle from ProKennex. Choose from black/pink or white/blue.

    Middleweight/Small Grip
    Price: $159.95
    Poach Icon Pickleball Paddle-Choose from Blue, Purple, Red or Black
    Engage
    This paddle offers maximum power with a soft feel, but slightly less power than its predecessor.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $154.99
    Champion Eclipse Graphite Pickleball Paddle-poly core paddle, middle weight. Choose from three colors
    Pickleball Inc.
    Hurry, Sale Ends Soon!
    This versatile paddle in the Champion line of products features a classic shape and polymer core. Great entry-level paddle.

    Middleweight/Small Grip
    MSRP: $49.99
    Sale Price: $39.99
    Champion Graphite X Paddle, choose from blue, gray, purple or red
    Pickleball Inc.
    Hurry, Sale Ends Soon!
    Connect with the ball and conquer your opponent with the large sweet spot on this poly-core paddle. Available in 4 colors.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    MSRP: $84.99
    Sale Price: $67.99
    Tempest Wave II Paddle is available in 5 color options
    Paddletek
    This paddle offers reduced vibration from the polymer core. The textured graphite surface allows you to put the ball right where you want it.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $129.99
    Evoke Graphite Teardrop Shape is available in blue, red, green, purple or white.
    Onix
    With outstanding performance on the court and wild colorful design, this paddle makes quite an impression.

    Lightweight/Large Grip
    Price: $89.99
    Unparalleled consistency, midweight paddle
    Selkirk
    New "Black Frost" Color
    FREE Paddle Case ($19.99 value)
    Large sweet spot, gentle touch and double reinforced carbon fiber surface. Choose from two weights.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $199.99
    The Tempest Wave Pro Paddle is available in two grip sizes and two colors.
    Paddletek
    FREE Paddle Cover & Balls ($26 value)
    The Pro version of the popular Tempest paddle offers softer play via a thicker core for increased control and touch.

    Light-Middleweight/Small or Large Grip
    Price: $169.99
    Radical XL Graphite Paddle, polymer core and graphite face.
    Head
    All the same great features of the Radical paddle with a longer surface for increased reach. Ergonomic HydroSorb Pro Grip.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $104.95
    Needle Graphite Pickleball Paddle by GAMMA
    Gamma
    Keep your opponent on pins and needles with this elongated, poly-core graphite paddle from Gamma.

    Middleweight/Small Grip
    Price: $119.99
    AMPED Omni X5 FiberFlex Paddle, choose from aqua, blue, orange or red
    Selkirk
    New 2021 Colors Available
    The elongated paddle face paired with a shorter handle provide increased reach. Revolutionary thicker core amplifies the power. Choose from four colors.

    Light-Middleweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $149.99
    Mirage Composite Pickleball Paddle by GAMMA
    Gamma
    Transport yourself to the oasis of victory. GAMMA polymer core paddle features textured composite face.

    Middleweight/Small Grip
    Price: $89.99
    AMPED S2 X5 FiberFlex Paddle, choose from blue, green orange or red
    Selkirk
    New 2021 Colors Available
    With the largest sweet spot, this paddle is destined to be your favorite. The thicker core combined with softer face provide control as well as power.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $149.99
    AMPED Epic X5 FiberFlex Paddle, choose from blue, green, orange, or red
    Selkirk
    New 2021 Colors Available
    Traditional shape with vibration dampening technology. Excellent power and control combined with a larger sweet spot make this paddle a sure winner.

    Middleweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $149.99
    AMPED Invikta X5 FiberFlex Paddle, choose from blue, charcoal, purple or red
    Selkirk
    New 2021 Colors Available
    The thicker X5 core provides softer play, delivering an extreme amount of control. Available in two weight options.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Small or Medium Grip
    Price: $149.99
    Graphite Z5 Paddle, eye-catching design in ten colors options, black cushion grip
    Onix
    These fantastic paddles have a classic shape and superior quality. Extremely popular with seasoned pickleball players.

    Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $89.99
    The Encore Pro Composite paddle by EngagePickleball-choose from green, blue, purple or red
    Engage
    The specialized skin of this heavier version of the Encore offers excellent ball control and more power.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $109.99
    The Encore Composite paddle by EngagePickleball-choose from several color options.
    Engage
    The fiberglass hitting surface offers excellent ball control and provides the perfect balance of power and control.

    Light-Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $109.99
    Bantam TS-5, choose from blue, green, purple, red, yellow.
    Paddletek
    A lighter weight and more maneuverable version of the popular Bantam EX-L will provide quicker speed at the net.

    Light-Middleweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $99.99
    Bantam EX-L, choose from red, pink, purple, or blue geometric design
    Paddletek
    The specialized core in this paddle provides more power, control and quieter play for the multi-talented player.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Medium Grip
    Price: $99.99
    The Saber Pro Bantam Pickleball Paddle comes in two weights and two grip sizes.
    Paddletek
    Offers more weight and a longer handle. Great for 2-handed backhands. Choose from five colors, small or large grip options.

    Middle-Heavyweight/Small or Large Grip
    Price: $129.99
    Bantam TS-5 Pro Composite Pickleball Paddle, choose from 2 weights, 2 grips sizes and five colors.
    Paddletek
    This composite paddle from Paddletek features a thick poly core, allowing a softer game. Choose from two grips, two weights and five colors.

    Light or Middleweight/Small or Large Grip
    Price: $149.99

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