Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Standard
Players who want control, hand speed and a big sweet spot
$165at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Standard
Players who want foam-core pop with a big, forgiving face
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth StandardBread & Butter Loco Standard
Power89
Control9.59
Spin8.58.5
Sweet spot1010
Research score9.09.1
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Standard | Bread & Butter Loco Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.7 | 9.1 |
| Spin players | 8.8 | 8.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Bread & Butter Loco Standard rates 9 to the Bread & Butter Filth Standard’s 8.
- On control, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- They tie on spin (8.5) and sweet spot (10).
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Standard costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Choose the Bread & Butter Filth Standard if you want more control.
Go with the Bread & Butter Loco Standard if you want more power, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Standard | Bread & Butter Loco Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1–8.2 oz | 8.0–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Standard (wide-body) | Standard (wide-body) |
| Length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.25 in |
| Price | $165 | $149.25 (list $199) |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. Prices are checked daily on each brand’s own store; the checkout price is final.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Loco Standard scores higher (9.1 vs 9.0). By player type, the Bread & Butter Loco Standard suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard rates higher for power on our scale (9 vs 8).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard or the Bread & Butter Loco Standard?
They score the same for beginners on our weighted scale (9.4).
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Standard and Bread & Butter Loco Standard approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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