Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle vs JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle — Pickleball Paddles Comparison UK 2026

Quick Verdict

JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle is £63 cheaper — better if budget is a priority.
Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle is best for advanced players.
JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle is best for intermediate players.
Weight: Franklin Signature has 215-225g vs 215-230g.
Core: Franklin Signature has Polypropylene honeycomb vs Reactive Honeycomb polymer.

Product	Franklin Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle 4.4 £140-160	JOOLA JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle 4.5 £75-100
Category	Pickleball Paddles	Pickleball Paddles
Sport	Pickleball	Pickleball
Skill Level	Advanced	Intermediate
Weight	215-225g	215-230g
Shape	Elongated	Elongated
Core	Polypropylene honeycomb	Reactive Honeycomb polymer
Surface	Carbon fibre with MaxGrit	Carbon Friction Surface
Grip Size	4 1/4"	4 1/4"
Core Thickness	16mm	16mm
Pros	MaxGrit texture for spin Carbon fibre face Tournament-grade build	Ben Johns signature paddle Excellent spin and control Carbon fibre face
Cons	Premium price May feel stiff for beginners	Mid-range price point 16mm may feel stiff to some
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Which Should You Buy?

Buy the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddleif…

✓You are advanced players
✓MaxGrit texture for spin
✓Carbon fibre face
✓Tournament-grade build

Check Price — £140-160→Full Review

Buy the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddleif…

✓You are intermediate players
✓Budget is a consideration — it is £63 cheaper
✓Ben Johns signature paddle
✓Excellent spin and control
✓Carbon fibre face

Check Price — £75-100→Full Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle and the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle?

The main differences are: Weight: Franklin Signature has 215-225g vs 215-230g. Core: Franklin Signature has Polypropylene honeycomb vs Reactive Honeycomb polymer. Surface: Franklin Signature has Carbon fibre with MaxGrit vs Carbon Friction Surface. Overall, the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle is best for advanced players while the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle suits intermediate players.

Which is better for beginners, the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle or the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle?

Neither is specifically designed for beginners — the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle suits advanced players and the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle suits intermediate players. Beginners may find both challenging.

Is the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle worth the extra cost over the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle?

The Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle (£140-160) costs more than the JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion CFS 16mm Pickleball Paddle (£75-100). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are advanced players, the extra investment in the Franklin Signature Pickleball Paddle can pay off.

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