Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Loco Standard
Players who want foam-core pop with a big, forgiving face
$149.25at Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter
Bread & Butter Psycho
Players who want a fast, poppy paddle with a wide face
$119.69at Bread & Butter
Ratings Head to Head
Bread & Butter Loco StandardBread & Butter Psycho
Power99
Control98
Spin8.58.5
Sweet spot1010
Research score9.18.9
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Bread & Butter Loco Standard | Bread & Butter Psycho |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.4 | 9.0 |
| Touch players | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Spin players | 8.9 | 8.8 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Bread & Butter Loco Standard rates 9 to the Bread & Butter Psycho’s 8.
- They tie on power (9), spin (8.5) and sweet spot (10).
- Core thickness: 16 mm for the Bread & Butter Loco Standard against 14 mm for the Bread & Butter Psycho. The thinner Bread & Butter Psycho should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Bread & Butter Psycho costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Bread & Butter Loco Standard if you want more control, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the Bread & Butter Psycho if you want a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Bread & Butter Loco Standard | Bread & Butter Psycho |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.0–8.1 oz | 7.9–8.1 oz |
| Shape | Standard (wide-body) | Standard (wide-body) |
| Length | 16 in | 16 in |
| Width | 8 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 14 mm |
| Core | Dual-density foam (EPP and EVA) | High-density polypropylene core (10 mm cell size) |
| Face | Raw T700 carbon fiber with a fiberglass layer | 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 | $149.25 (list $199) | $119.69 (list $189.99) |
| 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 Standard or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
On our spec-based scale the Bread & Butter Loco Standard scores higher (9.1 vs 8.9). By player type, the Bread & Butter Loco Standard suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the Bread & Butter Loco Standard or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
They rate the same for power on our scale (9).
Which is better for beginners, the Bread & Butter Loco Standard or the Bread & Butter Psycho?
The Bread & Butter Loco Standard scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 9.0), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Bread & Butter Loco Standard and Bread & Butter Psycho approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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