HEAD Boom PRO EX15 Review
Quick Specifications
- Weight
- 8.1 oz (230 g)
- Length
- 16.5 in
- Width
- 7.4 in
- Grip length
- 5.5 in
- Grip circumference
- 4.125 in
- Core thickness
- 15 mm
- Core material
- TRIFLEX Power: polypropylene foam core, EPP foam perimeter, EVA foam shell
- Surface material
- Hexagon raw carbon
- Shape
- Elongated
- Balance
- Balance point 9.2 in (233 mm); swing weight 79, twist weight 6 (HEAD figures)
- USA Pickleball status
- Yes. The Boom PRO EX15 (added 02/10/2026) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30).
Specifications come from the manufacturer; our sources are listed with each review. Research scores follow our editorial policy. Always confirm USA Pickleball approval on the official list before tournament play.
Our Review
Power
On our spec-based scale it rates 10 for power: a solid foam core, a 15 mm thickness and an elongated 16.5 in face take it to the top of the scale.
Control
A 15 mm core, raw carbon face and 8.1 oz weight give it a control rating of 8.25; the foam core and elongated shape lean it toward power.
Spin
Its Hexagon Raw Carbon face and elongated shape give it a spin rating of 9.5. HEAD says the raw, uncoated surface bites into the ball; the hexagon pattern is a structural carbon layout rather than a branded texture coating, so it scores as a standard textured surface on our scale.
Sweet spot
A 7.4 in face and 15 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 7.75. HEAD says the EVA foam shell extends the sweet spot, which our scale doesn't measure directly.
Maneuverability
At 8.1 oz (230 g) it is a midweight. HEAD publishes a swing weight of 79, lower than the Gravity PRO EX15's 85, which suggests it moves faster through the air.
Stability
HEAD publishes a twist weight of 6 and says the EPP foam perimeter damps vibration and off-center contact.
Build quality
HEAD's TRIFLEX Power construction uses three foam layers: a polypropylene foam core for pop, an EPP foam perimeter to absorb vibration and an EVA foam shell that HEAD says activates natural flex. The Hexagon Raw Carbon face and a PU-inlaid Comfort Grip complete the build. HEAD doesn't publish US warranty terms for its paddles, so check with HEAD or your retailer.
Feel
HEAD's website doesn't show any customer reviews for this paddle yet, so there is no buyer-consensus adjustment.
Who Is This Paddle For?
- Aggressive advanced players who drive from the baseline
- Players who want power without a harsh feel
- Players with two-handed backhands (5.5 in handle)
- Control-first players should consider the Gravity PRO EX15
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Top power rating on our scale (10) from a full foam core
- Published swing weight (79) and twist weight (6)
- Hexagon Raw Carbon face and 5.5 in handle
- USA Pickleball approved
Cons
- Smaller sweet-spot rating (7.75) from a 7.4 in face
- Premium price ($199.95)
- No published warranty terms on HEAD's US site
- No customer reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Does HEAD publish swing weight and twist weight for the Boom PRO EX15?
Yes. HEAD lists a swing weight of 79 and a twist weight of 6, which few brands publish. Our scale doesn't score these numbers yet, but they are useful for comparing HEAD paddles.
Is the HEAD Boom PRO EX15 tournament legal?
Yes. The Boom PRO EX15 (added 02/10/2026) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30).
Final Summary
Best features
Maximum power on our scale from HEAD's three-layer foam core, with published swing and twist weights.
Potential drawbacks
A narrow face and smaller sweet-spot rating, a premium price and no published warranty terms.
Ideal player
An aggressive advanced player who wants maximum pace from the baseline with a softer, foam-core feel.
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