Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid
All-court players who want foam-core pop and touch
$149.25at Bread & Butter
CRBN
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
All-court players who want quick hands and a forgiving foam face
$229.99at CRBN
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Loco HybridCRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
Power9.510
Control8.58
Spin99
Sweet spot8.59
Research score8.99.0
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.7 | 8.8 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Power hitters | 9.1 | 9.3 |
| Spin players | 9.0 | 9.1 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 10 to the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid’s 9.5.
- On control, the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid is ahead: 8.5 vs 8.
- Sweet spot goes to the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) (9 vs 8.5).
- They tie on spin (9).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid against 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve). The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Choose the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid if you want more control and a lower price.
Choose the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more power and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a power hitter.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.1 oz | 7.9–8.3 oz (8.1 oz average) |
| Shape | Hybrid | Hybrid (AeroCurve) |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.2 in |
| Width | 7.6 in | 7.8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer | T700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer (peel ply) |
| Handle length | 5.3 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $149.25 | $229.99 (list $279.99) |
| 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 Loco Hybrid or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
On our spec-based scale the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher (9.0 vs 8.9). By player type, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) suits power hitters better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9.5).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid or the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve)?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher for beginners (8.8 vs 8.7), mainly from its overall balance.
Are the Bread & Butter Loco Hybrid and CRBN⁴ TruFoam Genesis (Hybrid, AeroCurve) approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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