CRBN
CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)
Two-handed players who want reach and a soft, all-court foam feel
$199.99at CRBN
Dan’s Take
The headline difference here is the handle. CRBN's long-handle Genesis has a 5.75-inch grip against 5.4 inches on the Praxis, built with two-handed backhands in mind. It's also 14 mm against the Praxis's 16 mm, and on our scale that build costs it in control (7.5 vs 9) and sweet spot (7.5 vs 9.5), even though both score 10 for power.
Buyers give the Genesis 4.9 out of 5 from 300+ ratings on CRBN's site. As of October 2026, the Praxis has just 5+ on Onix's site, too few to lean on yet. If you hit a two-handed backhand and want the extra grip room, the Genesis makes sense. Otherwise, the Praxis is stronger on paper and usually costs less.
By Dan · Based on each brand’s published specs and buyer ratings, October 2026. We don’t play-test paddles.
Ratings Head to Head
CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)Onix Praxis
Power1010
Control7.59
Spin99.5
Sweet spot7.59.5
Research score8.59.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.0 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 8.1 | 9.3 |
| Power hitters | 8.9 | 9.7 |
| Spin players | 8.8 | 9.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the Onix Praxis rates 9.5 to the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle)’s 7.5.
- Control goes to the Onix Praxis (9 vs 7.5).
- Spin goes to the Onix Praxis (9.5 vs 9).
- They tie on power (10).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) against 16 mm (13 mm version also available) for the Onix Praxis. The thinner CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Onix Praxis costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the Onix Praxis if you want more control, more spin and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) | 7.75–8.25 oz |
| Shape | Elongated (long handle) | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.35 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm (13 mm version also available) |
| Core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 foam core | Endurafoam solid foam core |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber with fiberglass layer (peel ply) | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.75 in | 5.4 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $199.99 (list $279.99) | $169.99 |
| 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 CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) or the Onix Praxis?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Praxis scores higher (9.5 vs 8.5). By player type, the Onix Praxis suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) or the Onix Praxis?
They rate the same for power on our scale (10).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) or the Onix Praxis?
The Onix Praxis scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 8.0), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) and Onix Praxis approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
More Head-to-Head Comparisons
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- CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) vs CRBN³ TruFoam Waves (Elongated)
- CRBN¹ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated, Long Handle) vs CRBN¹ X Series
- Onix Praxis vs Bread & Butter Filth Elongated
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