Dan’s Take
Same elongated 16.5 x 7.5 inch outline, but the cores are a world apart. The Onix Praxis uses a 16 mm Endurafoam solid foam core, while the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C uses a 14.3 mm SRT polymer core. That foam core is a big reason the Praxis outrates it on our scale for power (10 vs 9), control (9 vs 8) and sweet spot (9.5 vs 8).
As of October 2026, the Praxis has 5.0 out of 5 from only 5+ ratings on Onix's site, too early to lean on. The Tempest sits at 4.5 from 20+ on Paddletek's. The Praxis is the pricier of the two, but on the specs it's the stronger paddle. I'd only lean Tempest if cost decides it.
By Dan · Based on each brand’s published specs and buyer ratings, October 2026. We don’t play-test paddles.
Paddletek
Paddletek Tempest TKO-C
Players who want elongated reach and spin for less
Ratings Head to Head
Which Suits Your Game?
| Player type | Onix Praxis | Paddletek Tempest TKO-C |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 9.4 | 8.3 |
| Touch players | 9.3 | 8.4 |
| Power hitters | 9.7 | 8.8 |
| Spin players | 9.5 | 9.0 |
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 Paddletek Tempest TKO-C’s 8.
- On power, the Onix Praxis is ahead: 10 vs 9.
- On control, the Onix Praxis is ahead: 9 vs 8.
- They tie on spin (9.5).
- Core thickness: 16 mm (13 mm version also available) for the Onix Praxis against 14.3 mm for the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C. The thinner Paddletek Tempest TKO-C should give more pop; thicker cores lean toward control.
- Price: the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C costs less at each brand’s own store.
The Verdict
Choose the Onix Praxis if you want more power, more control and a bigger sweet spot, especially if you’re a beginner or a touch player.
Go with the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C if you want a lower price.
Specs Side by Side
| Spec | Onix Praxis | Paddletek Tempest TKO-C |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.75–8.25 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Length | 16.5 in | 16.5 in |
| Width | 7.5 in | 7.5 in |
| Core thickness | 16 mm (13 mm version also available) | 14.3 mm |
| Core | Endurafoam solid foam core | SRT (Smart Response Technology) polymer core |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber | PT-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber (Toray 700) |
| Handle length | 5.4 in | 5.25 in |
| Grip size | 4.125 in | Not published by Paddletek |
| Price | $169.99 | $149.99 |
| 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 Onix Praxis or the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C?
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 Onix Praxis or the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C?
The Onix Praxis rates higher for power on our scale (10 vs 9).
Which is better for beginners, the Onix Praxis or the Paddletek Tempest TKO-C?
The Onix Praxis scores higher for beginners (9.4 vs 8.3), mainly from its sweet spot and control ratings.
Are the Onix Praxis and Paddletek Tempest TKO-C approved for tournament play?
Yes. Both are on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.
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