JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2
Both paddles measured on the same 15-trait Paddle DNA test. JOOLA Magnus 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
- 83Power80
- 90Control90
- 92Spin88
- 89Forgiveness88
- 91Sweet spot88
- 88Stability86
- 80Maneuverability78
- 78Pop74
- 89Touch88
- 90Consistency88
- 71Swing weight72
- 88Twist weight82
- 57Launch angle48
- 76Plow through78
- 83Softness80
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 specs
Every measured spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 | Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $230 | $170 — better |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 87.6 — better | 85.4 |
| Weight(oz) | 8 | 8 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 16 | 16 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 110 | 111 |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 7 — better | 6.8 |
| Shape | standard | standard |
| Face length(in) | 16 | 16 |
| Face width(in) | 7.9 | 7.9 |
| Handle length(in) | 5.25 | 5.25 |
| Grip circumference(in) | 4.25 | 4.25 |
| Surface | Raw carbon friction | Raw Toray T700 carbon |
| Core material | Propulsion polymer | Thermoformed polypropylene honeycomb |
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 verdict
The widebody in the JOOLA range. Sweet spot and twist weight are the story here — it is the easiest premium JOOLA to hit clean, and hands battles are noticeably quicker.
Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 verdict
The V2 keeps the original DBD's forgiveness and adds face texture. Control 90 with sweet spot 88 in a standard shape is the safest upgrade path in the database.
The verdict
Measured on the same 15-trait test, the clearest separation is launch angle: JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 scores 57 against 48 for Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 — a 9-point gap. They are effectively level on power, sweet spot, softness, so those traits should not decide the purchase. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 is $60 cheaper at $170.
Launch angle
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads by 9 points (57 vs 48).
Twist weight
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads by 6 points (88 vs 82).
Spin
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads by 4 points (92 vs 88).
Pop
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads by 4 points (78 vs 74).
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 Magnus 3S 16
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 is a narrow pick at this level — twist weight 88 vs 82, sweet spot 91 vs 88, stability 88 vs 86. Twist weight 7 keeps the face steadier on off-centre contact.
- Twist weight
- Sweet spot
- Stability
Intermediate
3.0–3.9 — playing organised rec and early tournaments
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (87.4 vs 85.6 on the weighted index). Take Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 and keep the $60.
- Spin
- Power
- Maneuverability
Advanced / tournament
4.0+ — repeatable swing, fast hands battles
Too close to call on the traits that matter here (85.2 vs 83.7 on the weighted index). Take Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 and keep the $60.
- Spin
- Power
- Maneuverability
Arm-sensitive players
Anyone managing tennis elbow or shoulder load
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 is a narrow pick at this level — softness 83 vs 80, twist weight 88 vs 82, forgiveness 89 vs 88. Its 16 mm Propulsion polymer core at 8 oz is the softer, lower-shock build of the two.
- Softness
- Twist weight
- Forgiveness
Which one should you buy?
JOOLA Magnus 3S 16
Take JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 if you want launch angle (+9), twist weight (+6), spin (+4). Its swing weight of 110 kg·cm² and 16 mm core are what produce that profile.
Read the JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 review →Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2
Take Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 if you prefer a standard face and a 5.25 in handle — it gives up nothing measurable to JOOLA Magnus 3S 16.
Read the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 review →JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 vs Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 FAQ
- Which is better, the JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 or the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 carries the higher overall Paddle IQ score (87.6 vs 85.4), but IQ is a weighted average. On the trait that separates them most — launch angle — JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads by 9 points.
- Which one is faster at the kitchen line?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16, at 110 kg·cm² swing weight against 111 for Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2. Lower swing weight is the single best predictor of hand speed in fast exchanges.
- Which paddle has more power, the JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 or the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 measures 83 on power against 80 for Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2. That comes from a 16 mm Propulsion polymer core swinging at 110 kg·cm² — mass behind the ball, not face material.
- Which one gives more control and touch?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 at 90 versus 90. 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 Magnus 3S 16 scores 92 for spin off its Raw carbon friction face, against 88 for the Raw Toray T700 carbon face on Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2. In practice a 4-point gap is small enough that technique matters more.
- Which is more forgiving on off-center hits?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16, with 7 twist weight against 6.8. Higher twist weight means the face rotates less when you miss the middle, and JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 carries the higher forgiveness score (89) as a result.
- Is the price difference worth it?
- Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 costs $170, $60 less. Whether that gap is worth closing depends on whether you actually use the traits it trades away — check the head-to-head DNA bars above before paying up.
- Do they use the same core and face?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16: 16 mm Propulsion polymer core with a Raw carbon friction face. Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2: 16 mm Thermoformed polypropylene honeycomb core with a Raw Toray T700 carbon face.
- Which is better for a two-handed backhand?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16, at 5.25 in of handle against 5.25 in. Anything under 5.25 in forces you to choke the bottom hand onto the face bevel.
- Which one is better for beginners?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 is the safer first paddle here: forgiveness 89 and sweet spot 91 mean fewer mishits while your contact point is still inconsistent. JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 rewards a repeatable swing and can feel unstable before that.
- Which is lighter in the hand?
- JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 at 8 oz against 8 oz. Static weight matters for arm fatigue and elbow comfort; swing weight (110 vs 111) is what you feel mid-rally.
- Is it worth upgrading from the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control V2 to the JOOLA Magnus 3S 16?
- Only if you need what it actually adds. JOOLA Magnus 3S 16 leads on launch angle by 9 points; everything else is within 6 points. At $230 vs $170, the money is better spent elsewhere unless that one trait is your weak spot.
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