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HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 Review

Precision paddle with an EPP foam core
HEAD's precision paddle for players who win with placement rather than power: a TRIFLEX Precision core with EPP foam at the center, a honeycomb perimeter and an EVA foam shell, behind a textured 12K raw carbon face and a vibration-damping Soft Cap.
8.9/10Research score
Power10
Control8
Spin9.5
Sweet spot8.25
$199.95Price when last checked on September 30, 2026. Prices change often.
By Dan
Updated
At a glance

Quick Specifications

Weight
8.3 oz (235 g)
Length
16.5 in
Width
7.5 in
Grip length
5.5 in
Grip circumference
4.125 in
Core thickness
15 mm
Core material
TRIFLEX Precision: EPP foam core, polypropylene honeycomb perimeter, EVA foam shell
Surface material
12K raw carbon
Shape
Elongated
Balance
Balance point 8.9 in (225 mm); swing weight 85, twist weight 6.1 (HEAD figures)
USA Pickleball status
Yes. The Gravity PRO EX15 (added 02/02/2026) 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.

Research summary

Our Review

Power

10/10

On our spec-based scale it rates 10 for power: a solid foam core, a 15 mm thickness, an 8.3 oz weight and a 16.5 in length take it to the top of the scale, even though HEAD designs it for touch rather than pace.

Control

8/10

A 15 mm core and raw carbon face give it a control rating of 8 on our scale. HEAD tunes the EPP foam core for accuracy and feel, which our spec-based scale can't capture directly.

Spin

9.5/10

Its 12K raw carbon face and 16.5 in length give it a spin rating of 9.5. HEAD says the textured finish maximizes spin potential; it doesn't give the texture a separate brand name, so it scores as a standard textured surface on our scale.

Sweet spot

8.25/10

A 7.5 in face and 15 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 8.25. HEAD says the EVA foam shell broadens the sweet spot and forgives off-center contact.

Maneuverability

At 8.3 oz (235 g) it is on the heavier side, with a swing weight of 85 by HEAD's figures and an 8.9 in balance point.

Stability

HEAD publishes a twist weight of 6.1 and says the honeycomb perimeter delivers stable, direct feedback.

Build quality

HEAD's TRIFLEX Precision construction reverses the usual layout: an EPP foam core tuned for placement, a polypropylene honeycomb perimeter for structure, and an EVA foam shell that HEAD says activates natural flex. The 12K raw carbon face, Comfort Grip and dual-component Soft Cap are designed to add feel and absorb vibration. 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.

Fit

Who Is This Paddle For?

  • Advanced players who win with touch and placement
  • Players who want a damped, comfortable feel
  • Players with two-handed backhands (5.5 in handle)
  • Players who want raw power should consider the Boom PRO EX15

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Top power and strong spin on our scale (10 / 9.5)
  • EPP foam core that HEAD tunes for accuracy
  • Published swing weight (85) and twist weight (6.1)
  • USA Pickleball approved

Cons

  • Core thickness is listed inconsistently on HEAD's page
  • Heavier (8.3 oz), which lowers its control rating
  • No published warranty terms on HEAD's US site
  • No customer reviews yet
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Gravity PRO EX15 core 15 mm or 17 mm?

HEAD's product page is inconsistent: its facts list a 17 mm core, while its specifications and the model name say 15 mm. We score the 15 mm figure. If the core is 17 mm, it would rate 9.25 power, 9.25 control, 9.5 spin and 8.75 sweet spot, for a research score of 9.2.

Is the HEAD Gravity PRO EX15 tournament legal?

Yes. The Gravity PRO EX15 (added 02/02/2026) is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-09-30).

The bottom line

Final Summary

Best features

A foam-core, raw carbon paddle built for touch, with published swing and twist weights.

Potential drawbacks

Inconsistent core thickness data, a heavier build and no published warranty terms.

Ideal player

An advanced placement player who wants a damped, precise paddle and doesn't need extra pace.

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$199.95Price when last checked on September 30, 2026. Prices change often.
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