JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16

Who should buy the Hyperion Pro V 16?

Hyperion Pro V 16 head-to-head comparisons

The matchups people actually cross-shop, each with a full 15-trait breakdown.

• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs TruFoam Genesis X$30 cheaper
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs TruFoam Genesis 3Cross-shopped at the same price
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs TruFoam Genesis 1Cross-shopped at the same price
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs J2CR$70 cheaper
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs TruFoam Genesis 2Cross-shopped at the same price
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs Labs Project 006Cross-shopped at the same price

DNA match — paddles within 5% of the Hyperion Pro V 16

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JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16

IQ 86.1 · $300

8 paddles within 5% of the Hyperion Pro V 16

Ranked by DNA deviation

1. #1CRBN TruFoam Genesis X$270 (-30) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match97.7%87
   +16 softness+4 forgiveness+4 sweet spot-3 plow through

   Saves $30 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +16 softness · Higher IQ score (87 vs 86.1)

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2. #211SIX24 Pegasus Gen 3$190 (-110) · 16 mm · hybridDNA match97.4%85
   +11 softness-5 twist weight-5 plow through-4 power

   Saves $110 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +11 softness · -5 twist weight

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3. #3Gearbox GX2 Power Elongated$250 (-50) · 14 mm · elongatedDNA match97.4%83
   -5 control-4 spin-4 forgiveness-4 sweet spot

   Saves $50 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · -5 control

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4. #411SIX24 Ultré Power 2$220 (-80) · 16 mm · hybridDNA match97.3%87
   +7 forgiveness+6 sweet spot+4 maneuverability+4 softness

   Saves $80 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +7 forgiveness · Higher IQ score (87.3 vs 86.1)

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5. #5Selkirk Labs Project 006$280 (-20) · 14 mm · elongatedDNA match97.3%84
   -5 twist weight+5 launch angle-4 control-4 touch

   Saves $20 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +5 launch angle · -5 twist weight

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6. #6CRBN CRBN-1X$220 (-80) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match97%88
   +6 softness-5 pop-4 power+4 spin

   Saves $80 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +6 softness · -5 pop · Higher IQ score (87.5 vs 86.1)

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7. #7CRBN TruFoam Genesis 3$280 (-20) · 14 mm · hybridDNA match96.5%86
   +16 softness-7 pop-5 twist weight-4 plow through

   Saves $20 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · +16 softness · -7 pop

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8. #8JOOLA Hyperion CFS 16$220 (-80) · 16 mm · elongatedDNA match96.5%82
   -8 forgiveness-8 sweet spot-7 stability-7 twist weight

   Saves $80 versus the Hyperion Pro V 16 · -8 forgiveness

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Best alternatives to the Hyperion Pro V 16

Each pick beats the Hyperion Pro V 16 on one specific thing — price, power, control or forgiveness.

• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs Quartz Control
• Hyperion Pro V 16 vs Perseus Pro V 16

Hyperion Pro V 16 — frequently asked questions

Is the JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16 good for beginners?

Not our first recommendation. Forgiveness sits at 82/100 and the paddle is tuned for advanced/pro play. A developing player is better served by something more forgiving and cheaper — see our beginner shortlist.

Is the JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16 worth the price?

At $300 it sits in the 98th percentile of the database for cost and the 67th for IQ score. If those numbers do not line up for you, the Six Zero Quartz Control at $190 is the value alternative we point people to.

How does the Hyperion Pro V 16 compare to the TruFoam Genesis X?

They are close on DNA. The Hyperion Pro V 16 reads power 93 / control 88 / spin 90 against 91 / 88 / 90 for the TruFoam Genesis X, at $300 versus $270. Our full head-to-head breaks down every trait.

Is the 16 mm better than the 14 mm version?

A 16 mm core has longer dwell time, which is what produces softer resets and more repeatable placement. The 14 mm build trades that dwell for a faster, poppier response off the face. Control players take 16 mm; players who want the ball gone quickly take 14 mm.

Is the JOOLA Hyperion Pro V 16 approved for tournament play?

Sanctioned play requires the model to appear on USA Pickleball's official approved-equipment list. JOOLA submits its retail models for approval, but approval is per model and configuration, so check the current USAP list for the exact Hyperion Pro V 16 build before you enter a sanctioned event. We do not list approval status we have not verified.

Does the Hyperion Pro V 16 have good spin?

Spin measures 90/100 — the 63th percentile of our database — off a Raw Toray T700 carbon face. That is top-tier: enough bite for heavy topspin drives and rolls.

Is the Hyperion Pro V 16 head heavy?

Swing weight is 124 kg·cm² and twist weight 6.5. That is on the heavy side of the database — you get plow-through and stability, and pay for it in hand speed at the net. Static weight is 8.4 oz.

Does the Hyperion Pro V 16 benefit from lead tape?

It already swings at 124 kg·cm², so adding weight at 12 o'clock will make it sluggish. If you customise, keep it to a few grams at 3 and 9 o'clock for stability. Any added weight can affect tournament legality if it changes the paddle beyond the approved configuration.

What is the best overgrip for the Hyperion Pro V 16?

The stock handle is 5.5 in long with a 4.25 in circumference. A thin tacky overgrip adds roughly 1/16 in of circumference and a few grams above the balance point — the cheapest way to fine-tune fit. If your hand is larger than the 4.25 in stock size, build up with an under-wrap first rather than stacking overgrips.

What should I replace the Hyperion Pro V 16 with when it wears out?

Face wear shows up as lost spin long before the core dies. The straight replacement is another Hyperion Pro V 16; if you want to change something, the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16 adds control (96 vs 88).

Who is the Hyperion Pro V 16 best for?

Power baseliners with fast preparation. Skill levels we would put on it: advanced, pro. Handle length of 5.5 in supports a two-handed backhand.

What shape and size is the Hyperion Pro V 16?

elongated shape, 16.5 in long by 7.5 in wide, 16 mm KineticFrame foam-injected polymer core, Raw Toray T700 carbon face, 8.4 oz. Released 2026.

Is the Hyperion Pro V 16 good for two-handed backhands?

Yes — the 5.5 in handle gives your top hand a full grip rather than riding the throat.

Hyperion Pro V 16 or Perseus Pro V 16?

Both are JOOLA. The Hyperion Pro V 16 reads IQ 86.1 at $300; the Perseus Pro V 16 reads IQ 89.1 at $300. The clearest split is control (88 vs 96).

How does PickleballLookup score the Hyperion Pro V 16?

The IQ score of 86.1 is a weighted composite of the 15 Paddle DNA traits, normalized across every paddle in the database so the number means the same thing on any page. Performance traits carry the most weight; descriptive traits like swing weight carry none. Full methodology is published.