JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 vs JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
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Paddle DNA head-to-head
- 88Power86
- 86Control88
- 90Spin92
- 84Forgiveness84
- 86Sweet spot86
- 88Stability86
- 72Maneuverability78
- 84Pop82
- 84Touch86
- 88Consistency88
- 78Swing weight74
- 84Twist weight84
- 54Launch angle54
- 88Plow through84
- 72Softness74
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 vs JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 specs
Every measured spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 | JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $250 | $250 |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 85.6 | 86 — better |
| Weight(oz) | 8.3 | 8.1 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 16 | 16 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 118 | 114 |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| Shape | elongated | hybrid |
| Face length(in) | 16.5 | 16.3 |
| Face width(in) | 7.5 | 7.6 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4.25 | 4.25 |
| Surface | Raw Toray T700 carbon | Raw Toray T700 carbon friction |
| Core material | Propulsion Core with foam edge | Propulsion core with foam edge |
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 verdict
JOOLA's tennis-convert paddle. The 5.5 in handle, 118 swing weight and plow-through 88 reward a full swing, and spin 90 keeps those heavy drives inside the baseline.
JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 verdict
The Mod platform splits the difference between Perseus control and Magnus power. Spin 92 with control 88 is a rare pairing, and the 16.3 in hybrid keeps hand speed usable.
The verdict
Measured on the same 15-trait test, the clearest separation is maneuverability: JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 scores 78 against 72 for JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 — a 6-point gap. They are effectively level on power, control, spin, so those traits should not decide the purchase. Price is close enough ($250 vs $250) that it should not break the tie.
Maneuverability
JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 leads by 6 points (78 vs 72).
Swing weight
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 4 points (78 vs 74).
Plow through
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 4 points (88 vs 84).
Which one is right for your level?
Each call below re-weights the Paddle DNA traits that matter at that level, so the winner can differ from the overall pick.
Beginner
New to 3.0 — still building a consistent contact point
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (85.7 vs 85.8 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — hybrid on the Mod TA-15 3S 16, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Stability
Intermediate
3.0–3.9 — playing organised rec and early tournaments
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (85.9 vs 84.2 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — hybrid on the Mod TA-15 3S 16, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Maneuverability
- Control
- Spin
Advanced / tournament
4.0+ — repeatable swing, fast hands battles
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (86.2 vs 85.5 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — hybrid on the Mod TA-15 3S 16, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Maneuverability
- Spin
- Touch
Arm-sensitive players
Anyone managing tennis elbow or shoulder load
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (78.5 vs 77.5 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — hybrid on the Mod TA-15 3S 16, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Softness
Which one should you buy?
JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16
Take JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 if you want maneuverability (+6). Its swing weight of 114 kg·cm² and 16 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 review →JOOLA Agassi Pro 16
Take JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 if you want swing weight (+4), plow through (+4). Its swing weight of 118 kg·cm² and 16 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 review →JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 vs JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 FAQ
- Which is better, the JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 or the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 carries the higher overall Paddle IQ score (86 vs 85.6), but IQ is a weighted average. On the trait that separates them most — maneuverability — JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 leads by 6 points.
- Which one is faster at the kitchen line?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16, at 114 kg·cm² swing weight against 118 for JOOLA Agassi Pro 16. Lower swing weight is the single best predictor of hand speed in fast exchanges.
- Which paddle has more power, the JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 or the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16?
- JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 measures 88 on power against 86 for JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16. That comes from a 16 mm Propulsion Core with foam edge core swinging at 118 kg·cm² — mass behind the ball, not face material.
- Which one gives more control and touch?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 at 88 versus 86. Its 16 mm core holds the ball on the face slightly longer, which is what makes resets and dinks land shorter.
- Which paddle spins the ball more?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 scores 92 for spin off its Raw Toray T700 carbon friction face, against 90 for the Raw Toray T700 carbon face on JOOLA Agassi Pro 16. In practice a 2-point gap is small enough that technique matters more.
- Which is more forgiving on off-center hits?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16, with 6.6 twist weight against 6.6. Higher twist weight means the face rotates less when you miss the middle, and JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 carries the higher forgiveness score (84) as a result.
- Is the price difference worth it?
- They are within $0 of each other, so price should not decide this matchup.
- Do they use the same core and face?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16: 16 mm Propulsion core with foam edge core with a Raw Toray T700 carbon friction face. JOOLA Agassi Pro 16: 16 mm Propulsion Core with foam edge core with a Raw Toray T700 carbon face.
- Which is better for a two-handed backhand?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16, at 5.5 in of handle against 5.5 in. Anything under 5.25 in forces you to choke the bottom hand onto the face bevel, which JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 avoids.
- Which one is better for beginners?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 is the safer first paddle here: forgiveness 84 and sweet spot 86 mean fewer mishits while your contact point is still inconsistent. JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 rewards a repeatable swing and can feel unstable before that.
- Which is lighter in the hand?
- JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 at 8.1 oz against 8.3 oz. Static weight matters for arm fatigue and elbow comfort; swing weight (114 vs 118) is what you feel mid-rally.
- Is it worth upgrading from the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 to the JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16?
- Only if you need what it actually adds. JOOLA Mod TA-15 3S 16 leads on maneuverability by 6 points; everything else is within 4 points. At $250 vs $250, the money is better spent elsewhere unless that one trait is your weak spot.
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