Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Filth Standard
Players who want control, hand speed and a big sweet spot
$165at Bread & Butter
Paddletek
Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ
Doubles players who want stability and a big sweet spot in fast exchanges
$199.99at Paddletek
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Filth StandardPaddletek Honeyfoam ESQ
Power88.5
Control9.59.5
Spin8.58.5
Sweet spot1010
Research score9.09.1
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Filth Standard | Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.4 | 9.5 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Power hitters | 8.7 | 9.0 |
| Spin players | 8.8 | 8.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ rates 8.5 to the Bread & Butter Filth Standard’s 8.
- They tie on control (9.5), spin (8.5) and sweet spot (10).
- Price: the Bread & Butter Filth Standard costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Go with the Bread & Butter Filth Standard if you want a lower price.
Choose the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ if you want more power, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Filth Standard | Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1–8.2 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 ± 0.2 oz) |
| Shape | Standard (wide-body) | Standard (wide-body) |
| Length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm (14 mm version not USA Pickleball approved) |
| Core | High-density polypropylene core | Honeyfoam multi-foam: EPP foam core, EVA foam wrap and perimeter foam ring |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | Not published by Paddletek |
| Price | $165 | $199.99 (list $249.99) |
| 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 Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ?
On our spec-based scale the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ scores higher (9.1 vs 9.0). By player type, the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard or the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ rates higher for power on our scale (8.5 vs 8).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Filth Standard or the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ scores higher for beginners (9.5 vs 9.4), mainly from its overall balance.
Are the Bread & Butter Filth Standard and Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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