CRBN
CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated)
All-court players who want reach with a soft, consistent foam feel
$199.99at CRBN
Dan’s Take
Both are all-foam elongated paddles at 16.5 inches, and both score a perfect 10 for power on our scale. The split is thickness: the Genesis is 14 mm, the Praxis 16 mm. That extra depth is the main reason the Praxis rates well ahead for control (9 vs 7.5) and sweet spot (9.5 vs 8). It usually costs less, too.
Buyers rate the Genesis 4.9 out of 5 from 450+ ratings on CRBN's site. As of October 2026, the Praxis has only 5+ ratings on Onix's site, so it's too early to lean on those. I'd go with the Praxis if you trust the specs and want more control; pick the Genesis if you prefer a thinner 14 mm build with a long buyer track record.
By Dan · Based on each brand’s published specs and buyer ratings, October 2026. We don’t play-test paddles.
Ratings Head to Head
CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated)Onix Praxis
Power1010
Control7.59
Spin99.5
Sweet spot89.5
Research score8.69.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.2 | 9.4 |
| Touch players | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| Power hitters | 9.0 | 9.7 |
| Spin players | 8.8 | 9.5 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is control: the Onix Praxis rates 9 to the CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated)’s 7.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the Onix Praxis (9.5 vs 8).
- On spin, the Onix Praxis is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- They tie on power (10).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) against 16 mm (13 mm version also available) for the Onix Praxis. The thinner CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) 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 | CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) | Onix Praxis |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.9–8.3 oz (8.1 oz average) | 7.75–8.25 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 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 | 5.5 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 CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) or the Onix Praxis?
On our spec-based scale the Onix Praxis scores higher (9.5 vs 8.6). By player type, the Onix Praxis suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) or the Onix Praxis?
They rate the same for power on our scale (10).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) or the Onix Praxis?
The Onix Praxis scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 8.2), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the CRBN³ TruFoam Genesis (Elongated) and Onix Praxis approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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