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)JOOLA Kosmos Pro V
Power107.5
Control8.59
Spin99
Sweet spot98.5
Research score9.18.5
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | JOOLA Kosmos Pro V |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Touch players | 8.9 | 8.7 |
| Power hitters | 9.4 | 8.2 |
| Spin players | 9.1 | 8.6 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is power: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates 10 to the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V’s 7.5.
- On control, the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- Sweet spot goes to the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) (9 vs 8.5).
- They tie on spin (9).
- Core thickness: 14 mm for the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) against 16 mm (14 mm version also available) for the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V. The thinner CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) costs less right now (see the prices above).
The Verdict
Pick the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) if you want more power, a bigger sweet spot and a lower price, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Choose the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V if you want more control.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) | JOOLA Kosmos Pro V |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.2 oz (8.0 oz average) | 8.1 oz (16 mm) |
| Shape | Hybrid (AeroCurve) | Hybrid |
| Length | 16.2 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 7.8 in | 7.7 in |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | 100% TruFoam Gen-4 floating foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring | Polypropylene (PP) core + carbon fiber (CF) + EVA foam (Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall) |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber | Textured carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5 in | 5.25 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | 4.25 in (16 mm) or 4.125 in (14 mm) |
| Price | $229.99 (list $279.99) | $299.95 |
| 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 CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V?
On our spec-based scale the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher (9.1 vs 8.5). 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 JOOLA Kosmos Pro V?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 7.5).
Which is better for beginners, the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) or the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V?
The CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) scores higher for beginners (9.0 vs 8.6), mainly from its overall balance.
Are the CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage (Hybrid, AeroCurve) and JOOLA Kosmos Pro V approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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