Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | JOOLA Kosmos Pro V | JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 8.6 | 9.2 |
| Touch players | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| Power hitters | 8.2 | 8.3 |
| Spin players | 8.6 | 8.6 |
Weighted from the four ratings. How these are weighted
Key Differences
- The biggest gap is sweet spot: the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V rates 10 to the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V’s 8.5.
- On power, the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V is ahead: 7.5 vs 7.
- On control, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V is ahead: 9.5 vs 9.
- On spin, the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V is ahead: 9 vs 8.5.
- Different shapes: the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V is hybrid and the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V is standard.
The Verdict
Go with the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V if you want more power and more spin.
Choose the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V if you want more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | JOOLA Kosmos Pro V | JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1 oz (16 mm) | 8.2 oz (16 mm) |
| Shape | Hybrid | Standard |
| Length | 16.3 in | 16 in |
| Width | 7.7 in | 8 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) | 16 mm (14 mm version also available) |
| Core | Polypropylene (PP) core + carbon fiber (CF) + EVA foam (Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall) | Polypropylene (PP) core + carbon fiber (CF) + EVA foam (Propulsion Core, Hyperfoam Edge Wall) |
| Face | Textured carbon fiber | Textured carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.25 in | 5.25 in |
| Grip size | 4.25 in (16 mm) or 4.125 in (14 mm) | 4.25 in (16 mm) or 4.125 in (14 mm) |
| Price | $299.95 | $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 JOOLA Kosmos Pro V or the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V?
On our spec-based scale the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V scores higher (8.8 vs 8.5). By player type, the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V suits beginners and touch players better.
Which has more power, the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V or the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V?
The JOOLA Kosmos Pro V rates higher for power on our scale (7.5 vs 7).
Which is better for beginners, the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V or the JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V?
The JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V scores higher for beginners (9.2 vs 8.6), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the JOOLA Kosmos Pro V and JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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