CRBN
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)
Hands-battle players who want pop with quick hand speed
$229.99at CRBN
Ratings Head to Head
CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve)HEAD Gravity PRO EX15
Power1010
Control8.58
Spin99
Sweet spot98
Research score9.18.8
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.0 | 8.4 |
| Touch players | 8.9 | 8.4 |
| Power hitters | 9.4 | 9.1 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 8.9 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 9 to the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15’s 8.
- On control, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) is ahead: 8.5 vs 8.
- They tie on power (10) and spin (9).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) against 15 mm for the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15. The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Weight: the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 is the heavier of the two, by about 0.3 oz on average.
- Price: the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Choose the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more control, a bigger sweet spot and a lighter feel, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 if you want more weight behind the ball and a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) | 8.3 oz (235 g) |
| Shape | Hybrid (AeroCurve) | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | Not published by HEAD (it lists the shape as Hybrid) |
| Width | 7.8 in | 7.5 in (published by HEAD, Sept 2026) |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 15 mm |
| Core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 floating foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring | TRIFLEX Precision: EPP foam core, polypropylene honeycomb perimeter, EVA foam shell |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber | 12K raw carbon |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.125 in |
| Price | $229.99 (list $279.99) | $199.95 |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Yes |
Specs as published by each manufacturer. List prices; check the retailer for today’s price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15?
On our spec-based scale the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher (9.1 vs 8.8). By player type, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) suits beginners, touch players, power hitters and spin players better.
Which has more power, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15?
They rate the same for power on our scale (10).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.4), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) and HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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