JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 vs JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. JOOLA Agassi Pro 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
- 88Power81
- 86Control86
- 90Spin90
- 84Forgiveness72
- 86Sweet spot70
- 88Stability70
- 72Maneuverability83
- 84Pop76
- 84Touch88
- 88Consistency76
- 78Swing weight64
- 84Twist weight56
- 54Launch angle49
- 88Plow through73
- 72Softness85
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 vs JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $250 | $250 |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 85.6 — better | 77.5 |
| Weight(oz) | 8.3 | 8 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 16 | 14 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 118 | 109 |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.6 — better | 5.8 |
| Shape | elongated | elongated |
| Face length(in) | 16.5 | 16.5 |
| Face width(in) | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4.25 | 4.125 |
| Surface | Raw Toray T700 carbon | Charged Carbon Surface Technology |
| Core material | Propulsion Core with foam edge | Propulsion Core |
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 Perseus Pro IV 14 verdict
Gen 4 propulsion core in the thinner 14 mm shell. You get the Pro IV's spin and pop without the swing weight that slows the 16 mm version in fast exchanges.
The verdict
Measured on the same 15-trait test, the clearest separation is twist weight: JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 scores 84 against 56 for JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 — a 28-point gap. They are effectively level on control, spin, so those traits should not decide the purchase. Price is close enough ($250 vs $250) that it should not break the tie.
Twist weight
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 28 points (84 vs 56).
Stability
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 18 points (88 vs 70).
Sweet spot
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 16 points (86 vs 70).
Plow through
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 15 points (88 vs 73).
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
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16
JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 is the clearer pick at this level — twist weight 84 vs 56, sweet spot 86 vs 70, forgiveness 84 vs 72. Twist weight 6.6 keeps the face steadier on off-centre contact.
- Twist weight
- Sweet spot
- Forgiveness
Intermediate
3.0–3.9 — playing organised rec and early tournaments
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (83.1 vs 84.2 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — elongated on the Perseus Pro IV 14, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Forgiveness
- Consistency
- Power
Advanced / tournament
4.0+ — repeatable swing, fast hands battles
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (83.6 vs 85.5 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — elongated on the Perseus Pro IV 14, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Plow through
- Power
Arm-sensitive players
Anyone managing tennis elbow or shoulder load
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (76.2 vs 77.5 on the weighted index). Pick on shape — elongated on the Perseus Pro IV 14, elongated on the Agassi Pro 16.
- Twist weight
- Forgiveness
Which one should you buy?
JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14
Take JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 if you want softness (+13), maneuverability (+11), touch (+4). Its swing weight of 109 kg·cm² and 14 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 review →JOOLA Agassi Pro 16
Take JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 if you want twist weight (+28), stability (+18), sweet spot (+16). Its swing weight of 118 kg·cm² and 16 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 review →JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 vs JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 FAQ
- Which is better, the JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 or the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16?
- JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 carries the higher overall Paddle IQ score (85.6 vs 77.5), but IQ is a weighted average. On the trait that separates them most — twist weight — JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads by 28 points.
- Which one is faster at the kitchen line?
- JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14, at 109 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 or the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16?
- JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 measures 88 on power against 81 for JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14. 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 at 86 versus 86. Its 14 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 scores 90 for spin off its Charged Carbon Surface Technology face, against 90 for the Raw Toray T700 carbon face on JOOLA Agassi Pro 16. In practice a 0-point gap is small enough that technique matters more.
- Which is more forgiving on off-center hits?
- JOOLA Agassi Pro 16, with 6.6 twist weight against 5.8. Higher twist weight means the face rotates less when you miss the middle, and JOOLA Agassi Pro 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 Perseus Pro IV 14: 14 mm Propulsion Core core with a Charged Carbon Surface Technology 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 Perseus Pro IV 14, 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 avoids.
- Which one is better for beginners?
- JOOLA Agassi Pro 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 Perseus Pro IV 14 at 8 oz against 8.3 oz. Static weight matters for arm fatigue and elbow comfort; swing weight (109 vs 118) is what you feel mid-rally.
- Is it worth upgrading from the JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 14 to the JOOLA Agassi Pro 16?
- Only if you need what it actually adds. JOOLA Agassi Pro 16 leads on twist weight by 28 points; everything else is within 18 points. At $250 vs $250, the money is better spent elsewhere unless that one trait is your weak spot.
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