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JOOLA Essentials for committed early-stage players; Kuikma PPR 100 for the cheapest possible way to test the sport.
JOOLA's Essentials line at 90 pounds is built for the player who has already had a few sessions and wants a paddle that will not embarrass them at a structured club night. The Kuikma PPR 100 at 20-30 pounds is the cheapest legitimate paddle in the UK, with a 210-225g weight, polymer honeycomb core, fibreglass face, 4 inch grip and 12mm thickness, which is on the thin side and gives a poppy but less controlled response. JOOLA's brand presence in UK pickleball is far stronger; you will find more drilling partners using one. Buy the JOOLA Essentials if you have decided pickleball is sticking, you want a step up in feel, and you would rather not be the only person in your group with a Decathlon paddle. Otherwise go for the Kuikma PPR 100, see if you actually like the sport, and upgrade in three months once your kitchen game has direction.
Hand-written editorial — not auto-generated. By Gary, RacketRise.
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| Category | Pickleball Paddles | Pickleball Paddles |
| Sport | Pickleball | Pickleball |
| Skill Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Weight | — | 210-225g |
| Shape | Standard | Standard |
| Core | Polymer honeycomb | Polymer honeycomb |
| Surface | Composite | Fibreglass |
| Grip Size | — | 4" |
| Core Thickness | — | 12mm |
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The main differences are: Surface: JOOLA Essentials has Composite vs Fibreglass. Price: £90 vs £20-30. Overall, the JOOLA Essentials Pickleball Paddle is best for beginners while the Decathlon Kuikma PPR 100 Pickleball Paddle suits beginners.
Both the JOOLA Essentials Pickleball Paddle and Decathlon Kuikma PPR 100 Pickleball Paddle are suitable for beginners. The Decathlon Kuikma PPR 100 Pickleball Paddle offers the better value entry point at £20-30.
The JOOLA Essentials Pickleball Paddle (£90) costs more than the Decathlon Kuikma PPR 100 Pickleball Paddle (£20-30). Whether the premium is worth it depends on your skill level — if you are beginners, the extra investment in the JOOLA Essentials Pickleball Paddle can pay off.