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CROSS-BRAND 16MM GUIDE

JOOLA Perseus Pro V vs. Six Zero Double Black Diamond

Choose the JOOLA Perseus Pro V 16mm for the longest reach and JOOLA's Pro V construction. Choose the Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm for a wider hybrid face, three selectable weight ranges and a substantially lower listed price.

Specifications, prices and retailer availability checked 09-24-2026.

JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 16mm pickleball paddle
ELONGATED · 16MM

JOOLA Perseus Pro V

Best for buyers who want maximum reach and JOOLA's premium Pro V construction.

  • 16.5-inch elongated shape
  • Published 8.1-ounce average weight
  • KineticFrame throat designed to flex and recover
  • Propulsion Core and Hyperfoam Edge Wall

Listed at $299.95 on 09-24-2026; price may change.

Check Perseus Pro V 16mm price at Pickleball Central →Official product image courtesy of JOOLA.
Black Six Zero Double Black Diamond Control 16mm pickleball paddle
HYBRID · 16MM

Six Zero Double Black Diamond

Best for buyers who want a wider all-court shape, weight choices and stronger value.

  • 16.3-inch hybrid flared shape
  • Standard, light and pro-weight options
  • T700 raw-carbon surface
  • Thermoformed build with foam edgewall

Listed at $180.00 on 09-24-2026; price may change.

Check Double Black Diamond 16mm price at Pickleball Central →Official product image courtesy of Six Zero.

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SIDE-BY-SIDE SPECIFICATIONS

Reach versus width—and a $119.95 price gap.

The Perseus is 0.2 inches longer. The Double Black Diamond broadens toward the top of its hybrid face, and Six Zero offers light, standard and pro-weight selections. Both compared paddles have 16mm cores and 5.5-inch handles.

SpecificationPerseus Pro VDouble Black Diamond
ShapeElongated PerseusHybrid / flared
Core thickness16mm16mm
Published weight8.1 oz average8.0–8.2 oz standard
Length16.5 in16.3 in
Width7.5 in7.5–7.7 in
Handle length5.5 in5.5 in
Grip circumference4.25 in · Ben Johns edition4.1 in · manufacturer listing
SurfaceTextured carbon fiberT700 raw carbon
CorePP + carbon fiber + EVA foamHoneycomb polymer + foam edgewall
CertificationUPA-A and USAPUSA Pickleball
Retail listing · 09-24-2026$299.95$180.00

Manufacturer-published specifications and retailer listings reviewed 09-24-2026. Production weights and grip measurements may vary.

CHOOSE JOOLA IF…

You want the longest paddle and the Pro V platform.

The Perseus adds two tenths of an inch of reach while retaining a 5.5-inch handle. Its premium construction combines JOOLA's KineticFrame, Propulsion Core and Hyperfoam Edge Wall, but it carried the higher listed price.

CHOOSE SIX ZERO IF…

You want value, face width and weight choice.

The Double Black Diamond was listed $119.95 lower. Its hybrid face widens from 7.5 to 7.7 inches, and Six Zero publishes light, standard and pro-weight versions so buyers can choose how much mass they want.

DOCUMENTED PROFESSIONAL CONTEXT

Separate exact-model evidence from brand relationships.

Good Day Pickleball documents the Perseus Pro V on current player pages. Jay Devilliers provides a Six Zero brand connection, but his dated profile identifies the Coral—not the Double Black Diamond.

SIX ZERO BRAND CONTEXT

Jay Devilliers

Devilliers was documented with the Six Zero Coral. This is a same-brand relationship, not evidence that he competed with the Double Black Diamond.

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BUYER QUESTIONS

Perseus Pro V vs. Double Black Diamond FAQ

Which 16mm paddle costs less?

The Double Black Diamond was listed at $180.00 and the Perseus Pro V at $299.95 when checked on 09-24-2026, a difference of $119.95.

Which paddle has more reach?

The Perseus is 16.5 inches long, compared with 16.3 inches for the Double Black Diamond. Both list 5.5-inch handles.

Which paddle has the wider face?

The Double Black Diamond's flared hybrid face ranges from 7.5 to 7.7 inches wide. The Perseus lists a consistent 7.5-inch width.

Can I choose the Double Black Diamond's weight?

Six Zero publishes light, standard and pro-weight versions. Retailer stock can vary, so confirm the selected weight option before purchasing.

PRIMARY SOURCES

Where the comparison came from

01JOOLA Perseus Pro V product page↗02Six Zero Double Black Diamond specifications↗