Same model, different version
CRBN 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm vs 4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm
Same 14mm core; they differ on shape, swingweight and price.
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What's actually different
Generated from the brands' published specs. Nothing here comes from lab testing; see how we read specs.
Shape
The 4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm is a hybrid shape (16.2" × 7.8"); the 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm is a standard shape (16" × 7.85"). Longer, narrower shapes add reach and leverage; wider faces give a bigger sweet spot.
Swingweight
The 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm has the higher swingweight: 113 against 107. Higher swingweight means more plow-through on drives; the 4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm's lower number means quicker hands in fast exchanges.
Price
The 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm costs $30 less right now: $200 at JustPaddles (checked Oct 21) against $230 at JustPaddles (checked Oct 21).
What's the same, or can't be compared
- Core thickness: Both have a 14mm core.
- Weight: Both are listed at 8.1 oz.
- Twistweight: Twistweights are close: 6.75 for the 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm and 6.58 for the 4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm.
- Handle: Both have a 5.5" handle.
- Face and core: Same face (toray T700 raw carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer) and core (100% foam (proprietary TruFoam blend)).
- Warranty: 12 months on both.
Who should pick which
Pick the
CRBN 2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm
if…
- You want a wider face and a bigger sweet spot (standard shape).
- You drive the ball and want more plow-through (swingweight 113).
- You want to spend less: it is $30 cheaper right now.
Pick the
CRBN 4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm
if…
- You want the reach and leverage of a hybrid shape.
- You want quicker hands at the kitchen (swingweight 107).
Specs side by side
| Spec | CRBN2 TruFoam Genesis 14mm | CRBN4 TruFoam Genesis 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $200 at JustPaddles (Oct 21) | $230 at JustPaddles (Oct 21) |
| List price | $280 | $280 |
| Shape | Standard | Hybrid |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| Weight | 8.1 oz | 8.1 oz |
| Swingweight | 113 | 107 |
| Twistweight | 6.75 | 6.58 |
| Length × width | 16" × 7.85" | 16.2" × 7.8" |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Grip circumference | 4.125" | 4.125" |
| Balance point | 23.7 cm | 23.7 cm |
| Face | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer (Raw carbon) | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer (Raw carbon) |
| Core | 100% foam (proprietary TruFoam blend) | 100% foam (proprietary TruFoam blend) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Sold at | JustPaddles | JustPaddles |
| Specs last verified | Sep 25, 2026 | Sep 25, 2026 |
Bold values differ. "Not published" means the brand does not list that number, so we leave it blank rather than estimate it. Specs come from each brand's product page on the date shown.
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