JOOLA Graf Pro V Review
Quick Specifications
- Weight
- 8.1 oz (16 mm)
- Length
- 16.5 in
- Width
- 7.5 in
- Grip length
- 5.5 in
- Grip circumference
- 4.125 in
- Core thickness
- 16 mm
- Core material
- Polypropylene honeycomb + carbon fiber + EVA foam (Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall)
- Surface material
- Textured carbon fiber
- Shape
- Elongated
- Balance
- Swing and twist weight not published by JOOLA
- USA Pickleball status
- Yes. The 16 mm version is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (added 11/11/2025; checked 2026-09-29).
Specifications come from the manufacturer; our sources are listed with each review. Research scores follow our editorial policy. Always confirm USA Pickleball approval on the official list before tournament play.
Our Review
Power
On our spec-based scale the Graf Pro V rates 8.25 for power: an elongated 16.5 in face and 8.1 oz weight add leverage, while the 16 mm polypropylene honeycomb core keeps it in check.
Control
A 16 mm core and textured carbon-fiber face point to strong control (9 on our scale). It uses the same elongated, tapered-throat shape as the Agassi Pro V 16 mm, which JOOLA says gives a larger hitting zone and extended reach.
Spin
Its textured carbon-fiber face and elongated shape give it a spin rating of 9.5. JOOLA describes the surface as an advanced textured carbon face for precise shot-making; it doesn't name a branded grit coating, so it scores as a standard textured surface on our scale.
Sweet spot
A 7.5 in face and 16 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 8.75.
Maneuverability
At 8.1 oz it sits in the midweight range. JOOLA doesn't publish swing weight, so we can't compare hand speed precisely across brands.
Stability
JOOLA credits the Hyperfoam Edge Wall and 16 mm core with stability on blocks and off-center contact. It doesn't publish twist weight.
Build quality
It uses the technology shared across JOOLA's Pro V range: the KineticFrame throat, Propulsion Core and Hyperfoam Edge Wall. JOOLA includes a 12-month warranty (registration required).
Feel
JOOLA describes a responsive, connected feel from the KineticFrame and Propulsion Core. As of September 2026, JOOLA.com shows an average of 4.8 out of 5 from 90 ratings, a review pool JOOLA shares with the Agassi Pro V. Only a handful of written reviews on JOOLA.com are for the Graf itself. Those buyers praise its pop, its sweet spot high on the face and a feel they compare to the Agassi with a slimmer grip, while one found it hard to maneuver. That's too few reviews to show a consistent pattern, so we haven't adjusted any rating.
Who Is This Paddle For?
- Players with smaller hands who want a secure grip
- Tennis players moving to pickleball
- All-court players who want reach from an elongated shape
- Players who prefer a 4.25 in grip should look at the Agassi Pro V
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Strong spec-based control and spin (9 / 9.5)
- KineticFrame, Propulsion Core and Hyperfoam Edge Wall technology
- Slim 4.125 in grip for smaller hands, which JOOLA says reduces unwanted vibration
- USA Pickleball and UPA-A certified, per JOOLA
Cons
- Premium price ($299.95)
- 12-month warranty, shorter than some rivals
- No published swing or twist weight
- Only a handful of Graf-specific buyer reviews so far
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Graf Pro V available in 14 mm?
No. JOOLA lists the Graf Pro V in 16 mm only, in its Seaside Green colorway.
Is the JOOLA Graf Pro V tournament legal?
JOOLA lists it as both USA Pickleball and UPA-A certified. Always confirm the exact model on the official approved list before sanctioned play.
What do buyers say about the Graf Pro V?
JOOLA.com shows 4.8 out of 5 from 90 ratings, but that pool is shared with the Agassi Pro V and only a handful of written reviews are for the Graf. Those buyers praise its pop, its high sweet spot and the slimmer grip.
Final Summary
Best features
The Agassi's elongated, tapered-throat shape with a slim 4.125 in grip for smaller hands, plus strong control and spin (9 / 9.5).
Potential drawbacks
A $299.95 price, a 12-month warranty and no published swing or twist weight.
Ideal player
An intermediate all-court player with smaller hands who wants an elongated, tennis-friendly paddle.
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