JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
Both paddles are scored using the same 15-trait Paddle DNA model. JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 takes the higher overall IQ score, but the right pick depends on which traits you value.
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Perseus Pro V 16
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Quick answer
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 wins this matchup for most players: it takes spin, control and forgiveness on Paddle DNA against the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm, which costs $109.99.
Power
Too close to call
91 vs 88
Spin
92 vs 88
Control
96 vs 80
Forgiveness
86 vs 82
Hand speed
Too close to call
Not verified — incompatible or unavailable measurements
Value
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
$109.99 at IQ 82.8 vs $300 at IQ 89.1
Overall pick: JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 · $300 · IQ 89.1
Paddle DNA head-to-head
Estimated scores: the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm Paddle DNA is our estimate from published specs, not a sourced profile.
- 88Power91
- 96Control80
- 92Spin88
- 86Forgiveness82
- 88Sweet spot83
- 90Stability81
- 73Maneuverability78
- 80Pop90
- 94Touch80
- 93Consistency81
- 74Swing weight74
- 88Twist weight78
- 51Launch angle62
- 86Plow through85
- 80Softness78
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm specs
Every spec side by side. Highlighted values are the better of the two where one is objectively better.
| Spec | JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 | Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Street price(USD) | $300 | $109.99 — better |
| IQ score(/ 100) | 89.1 — better | 82.8 |
| Weight(oz) | 8.3 | 8 |
| Core thickness(mm) | 16 | 16 |
| Swing weight(kg·cm²)Lower swings faster | 118 | Not verified |
| Twist weight(kg·cm²)Higher is more stable | 6.7 | Not verified |
| Shape | hybrid | 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 | Evergrit long-lasting grit |
| Core material | KineticFrame foam-injected polymer | Floating EPP foam core with EVA perimeter foam ring |
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 verdict
The 2026 control flagship. The KineticFrame build stiffens the perimeter without adding face pop, so resets land shorter and drives stay predictable — at the highest price in the database.
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm verdict
The V-Sol Tour Elongated combines a floating EPP/EVA foam core with Evergrit at $109.99. The comparison video frames it as the more offense-focused choice against Spitfire. All Paddle DNA scores are editorial estimates, not our laboratory measurements.
The verdict
Comparable swing and twist measurements are not verified for both paddles. DNA scores are estimates, not laboratory results; compare construction, fit and price rather than a numerical inertia winner.
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.
Which one should you buy?
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16
Tournament players who win on soft hands
Read the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 review →Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
Players considering an offense-focused foam paddle around $110
Read the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm review →Where to Buy
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm
JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 vs Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated 16mm FAQ
- Can these swing and twist weights be compared?
- Not yet. One paddle lacks verified compatible catalog inertia. Retailer-scale readings are shown separately and excluded from numerical comparisons.
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