Best Pickleball Paddle Reviews
How We Review Pickleball Paddles, Shoes, and Nets
1. Playability
At the end of the day, the best pickleball paddles, shoes and nets allow you to play your best pickleball game.
As such, playability is the most important feature that we look for when reviewing pickleball paddles.
2. Cost
Additionally, we believe that some of the best pickleball paddles and shoes are accessible to others.
That’s why out of the around 200 paddles we tested, we tested around 40 budget and beginner paddles.
3. Technology
Pickleball paddle technology is really important as the game continues to evolve.
As such, we look at the paddle technology in our reviews to see whether the technology makes the difference or whether it’s one big marketing fluff.
4. Features
Features are crucial. Paddle material makes or breaks the best pickleball paddles.
That’s why we consider the best pickleball materials available and see how brands use the features and technology to create the top-rated paddle.
5. Customer Experience
The best paddle brands have the best customer experience. They put their money where their mouth is.
That means many brands have fun unboxing experiences and have amazing return policies.
6. Other Reviews
We also read other pickleball paddle and shoe and net reviews about paddles. We want to test our hypothesis against what others in the marketplace see.
We will stand by our reviews, but we want to understand if we are missing anything.
Why We Review Pickleball Paddles
Pickleball is my favorite sport, but finding the best pickleball paddle can be time-consuming and difficult.
In addition, it felt that some paddle brands were more marketing than actually had great paddles.
Our journey started to find the best pickleball paddles you can buy.
Why We Review Pickleball Shoes
We spent nearly $1,000 on pickleball shoes to present to you the best shoes that money could buy.
Why?
Because after we solved the best pickleball paddles challenge we knew that shoes would be the next hill to climb (literally).
Perfect Paddle
You get the best pickleball paddles, and your game improves instantly.
Perfect Shoes
You find the best pickleball shoes, and you run faster, making fewer mistakes getting to tough-to-reach balls.
Perfect Nets
You play on the best pickleball nets that have the right regulation size.
Perfect Accessories
You use the best accessories and drills to improve your game and get to the next level.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you test pickleball paddles?
I buy the paddles myself and play with them in real games, not just hit a few balls. Every review is judged on the same six things: playability, cost, paddle technology, features, the customer experience from the brand, and what other reviewers found so I can check my own conclusions.
How many pickleball paddles have you tested?
Around 200 over five years of playing, including roughly 40 budget and beginner paddles. I also play tournaments, so the paddles get tested under pressure rather than just in friendly games.
Which pickleball paddle should a beginner buy?
You do not need an expensive paddle to start. I have tested around 40 budget and beginner paddles specifically so that there is a good answer under $100. My best beginner pickleball paddles guide has the current picks.
Do the discount codes on this site actually work?
Yes, and I check them every month. Each discount code page says what the code takes off, which paddle I tested it on, and the date I last applied it at checkout, so you can see how current it is before you rely on it.
Do you make money from these reviews?
Yes. Some links and discount codes earn a commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you. It does not change the rankings, and I buy the paddles myself rather than taking free ones in exchange for coverage.
What is the best pickleball paddle right now?
It depends on how you play, which is why there is no single answer here. My best pickleball paddles article has the current ranking, and the free paddle quiz will narrow it down to a few options in about two minutes.
How do I get in touch?
Email support@bepickleballer.com. If there is a paddle you would like reviewed, or you think one of the rankings is wrong, I would rather hear it than not.
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