Head to head
JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm vs CRBN 2X Series 16mm
Same 16mm core and standard shape; they differ on dimensions, weight, handle, face and core, price and warranty.
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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
Both are standard shapes, at 16" × 8" for the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and 15.75" × 8" for the CRBN 2X Series 16mm.
Weight
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is 0.15 oz heavier: 8.1 oz against 7.95 oz. Static weight alone doesn't tell you how a paddle swings; swingweight does, when the brand publishes it.
Handle
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm has the longer handle: 5.25" against 5", which leaves more room for a two-handed backhand. Grip circumference is 4.25" on the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and 4.125" on the CRBN 2X Series 16mm.
Face and core
Face: Textured carbon fiber (carbon) on the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm, T700 Toray carbon fiber (gritty) (carbon) on the CRBN 2X Series 16mm. Core: PP core + EVA foam wall against Not published.
Price
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm costs $45 less right now: $105 at JustPaddles (checked Oct 20) against $150 at JustPaddles (checked Oct 21).
Warranty
Warranty is 6-12 months (12 months requires registration) on the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and 12 months on the CRBN 2X Series 16mm.
What's the same, or can't be compared
- Core thickness: Both have a 16mm core.
- Swingweight: Swingweight is not published for either paddle, so we can't compare it.
- Twistweight: Twistweight is not published for either paddle, so we can't compare it.
Who should pick which
Pick the
JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm
if…
- You hit two-handed backhands and want the longer 5.25" handle.
- You want to spend less: it is $45 cheaper right now.
Pick the
CRBN 2X Series 16mm
if…
Nothing in the published specs favors it. Choose it on looks, availability or which store you prefer.
Full specs and who it's forSpecs side by side
| Spec | JOOLAScorpeus Pro IV 16mm | CRBN2X Series 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $105 at JustPaddles (Oct 20) | $150 at JustPaddles (Oct 21) |
| List price | $230 | $230 |
| Shape | Standard | Standard |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Weight | 8.1 oz | 7.95 oz |
| Swingweight | Not published | Not published |
| Twistweight | Not published | Not published |
| Length × width | 16" × 8" | 15.75" × 8" |
| Handle length | 5.25" | 5" |
| Grip circumference | 4.25" | 4.125" |
| Balance point | Not published | Not published |
| Face | Textured carbon fiber (Carbon) | T700 Toray carbon fiber (gritty) (Carbon) |
| Core | PP core + EVA foam wall | Not published |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Not stated by brand |
| Warranty | 6-12 months (12 months requires registration) | 12 months |
| Sold at | Amazon, JustPaddles | Amazon, JustPaddles |
| Specs last verified | Oct 20, 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.