The Best Pickleball Paddles for 2024! (Summer Edition)

[@tadtad7599]

Honolulu J2K all the way thank you for the review

[@lavonhicks4781]

I’m a hybrid paddle guy. You ABSOLUTELY nailed it with the J2K. I just received mine last week and IT IS A BEAST in the all court performance! Thinking about getting the J2K pro for that extra pop and power to up my game even more!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

J2K is so good. I would try adding some weight at 4 and 8 or event a little higher see if that gets the power you are looking for.

[@mikeman889]

Glad to see the Spartus Apollo made it! That’s my main paddle right now and I’m loving it!

[@cardinals5516]

Thanks for the excellent video! I thought the format was very helpful. My favorite paddle right now is the Spartus Apollo.

[@barney9997]

Hey Jacob. Thanks for yet another great informative video! This may be your best one yet. Your reviews have been extremely helpful in my paddle decisions! I love the shape and category breakdown and the introduction of the "aggressive" category, which makes total sense. I also like how you talk about weight placements and how they might affect playability for any particular paddle. Nice! In summary, this is a great, must-view reference for anyone in search of a new paddle. Looking into the future and being a fairly recent convert to Widebody/Standard shapes, I'm greatly looking forward to any upcoming reviews of the Monarch, the Fatboy, the Hurricane Pro16, and any others that are on the horizon. Thanks!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thanks Barney. I thought this format made more sense than a straight top 5 or 10 list. Fatboy review is ready to go when they are ready to start selling it. Monarchs should be here soon. I have the Hurricane 14mm but haven’t had a chance to use it.

[@Mattyyyslice]

Great video! Why am I addicted to paddle reviews? Anyway been playing more with a Gruvn muvn 13mm and enjoying the increased pop.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

You never know what the next paddle could be to take you to pro 😂 that’s what I tell myself

[@760Piper]

Really like how you tailored your review to playing style. Not everyone’s style fits some paddles. Your recommendations are very helpful.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Exactly trying to put myself in the shoes of different play styles and I do tend to play different styles with different paddles. Of course sometimes I have to hit them with those drives

[@twodubz2280]

The J2K is such a great choice for your tournament! I recently played with mine in a tournament and took home a bronze in mixed doubles. I love this summer paddle review edition, and as always, keep up the great work!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Just won gold 4.5+ mens with it. It definitely performs well

[@gparsons23]

Current favorite paddle right now is the 11six24 H-X 16mm CFC, without a doubt. I have tried many other paddles but keep going back to that one!

[@michaelchung6607]

Thanks for the awesome review! Really enjoying my very first standard/wide-body shape Spartus Apollo. Low SW and high TW can’t be beat!

[@jpsanchez50]

Awesome video as usual! I agree with you in the J2K, absolutely loving mine. I’d love to get the Hurache X Control as my next paddle

[@jonathanbaptista3637]

Love my J2 and J3. I really want to try the J2k heard a ton of good stuff about it. Great reviews

[@briles24]

Great content. Keep doing what you're doing, man. J2K is topping everybody's list! Wild. That thing must be good. Tough choice up top with the TKO-C, though.

[@larrypendergraft2696]

I tried a 6.0 Ruby and liked it, although the plushness of it was more than I wanted. Because of that, I decided against getting the similar J2K and went with the J7K Pro instead. I've been very happy with it.

[@iKumala]

that J2K has some pop for sure, just played with it tonight and I'm not a "power" player, but did hit some blazing drives.

[@ajfloresii]

I can’t believe I won!!!! 🙌🏻 LFG! J2K!🎉

[@rogerfernandez4839]

Great list. Great insight into your reasons. Started with a DBD, moved to the Hurache-x Control+ (CFC16). Spent the last couple weeks playing with an loving the Apollo. Felt I was missing a part of my game with the Apollo (despite loving the extra spin, and maneuverability)... The Apollo helped me dial in things and realize I really do prefer the 11six24 out of my stable of paddles. Would love to try the J2K to see how much is hype and how much is true about everyone loving it lately.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

You have a lot of great options to jump around with

[@daviddecarlo543]

Loved the format- you nailed it!

[@Newchiii]

Oh man so many options I commend you for only picking 2! 😂 Hybrid - J2K Elongated - Shogun Widebody - J3K These would be the ones I’d gravitate towards!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

So hard to pick from all these paddles

[@MattyRut2922]

I love the breakdown by shape format.

[@danielphillips561]

Format was perfect, easy to understand, enjoyed seeing the different prices, and your commentary was top notch. Keep up the great work!

[@Penshake]

I played with my J2K a few days ago and it's definitely a great all around paddle. Does everything well and not lacking in any area. Very forgiving, great control and maneuverable. My favorite so far! Would love to try the Spartus Apollo to see how it compares to J2K.

[@PBjan777]

My favorite is mach 2 still. Control and power is just right.

[@AN-rk4jl]

Great review. Glad to see that the PaddleTek Bantam TKO-C was on the top list.

[@VB6000.]

Cannot wait for my J3K Pro which Spinwave Pickleball is taking forever to ship.

[@juansantiago1441]

Currently using the J2K and would like to try an aggressive elongated paddle like the TKO-C 12.7. I would love to win this paddle and try something different. Keep up the amazing reviews.

[@OlsenJ1632]

Been trying a couple different paddles but keep coming back to the J2K, it just does everything right! Great video!

[@bernicemyers674]

J2K Thank you for the great reviews ❤

[@Michael-sw7by]

Currently my favorite paddle is the J2K. Glad it made #1 for all-court hybrid. I think you're spot-on

[@John-cs1cj]

Thanks! Nice summary of some very good paddles! I would enjoy trying that Paddletek TKO-C. My current favorite paddle is the PIKKL Hurricane Pro.

[@ThatSoonerGuy]

I know this is considered an “older video” now since it was released 3 weeks ago but I just wanted to say it was very informative and well thought out. I can tell you really put some time and effort into making sure it was accurate and catered to all different play styles. This gave me some things to think about when I finally decide to upgrade paddles. For reference, I was using a $20 starter paddle for a couple months and then “upgraded,” if you can call it that, to a lower-end Selkirk (SLK Max Prime-Fiberflex) and have liked playing with it for the most part. I can only imagine how much of a boost buying one of the paddles you recommend would be. I do feel hindered by lower end paddles but everything is so expensive now it seems, even though your list had some that were much more financially manageable and still considered a higher-end product. Anyway, great list and great video! I appreciate your insight into all of that! Hopefully I’ll catch your next giveaway sooner so I can enter into it and hopefully get luckily! Lol

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Appreciate the thoughtful comment. Is it already considered older at 3 weeks 😂? I was trying to think as someone watching and I figured it doesn’t help if I list what is best for me but what is best for different play styles and shapes. I worked my way up in costs with different paddles at the start too. I’m telling you as your progress the investment into a good paddle is worth it and makes the game more fun.

[@valfiti9803]

My favorite paddle to play with right now is my weighted Apollo. I’m gonna add weight to my bantam and see if that feels better when I play. Loved the video format👍🏽

[@JNM_1]

Playing with the Six Zero double black diamond w/tungsten & Selkirk S2. I'v been really interested in the J2k lately though, sounds like a great paddle, and your review just validates it!

[@sol1280]

Great detailed explanations. I think the format of the video is great. Really like these best of videos, even though it's tough to cover so much ground. My current favorite is the Shogun, but would love to try the TKO-C! Thanks for the videos!

[@asil-z8l]

I like and appreciate your pickleball paddle reviews. I started with a Paddletek paddle about a couple years ago, and would enjoy their latest paddle, the TKO-C 12.7. Thank you.

[@rocheedeleon5892]

Love your pics, am glad you chose neonic flow for the control and looking forward to use. The paddletek Bantam... am so curious how I will be able to utilize it to up my game. Cheers to you for all your hardwork. All the best!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you appreciate it!

[@markwenstrom3778]

Fantastic recap of these paddles! I especially like how you showed where to weight each paddle for optimal performance. Btw, I’m currently using the Shapeshifter as my main paddle. It’s allowed me to be very aggressive at the kitchen line with rolls, flicks, volleys and overheads. Most importantly it’s been the easiest paddle to keep the ball low over the net to set up these put away opportunities off the opponent’s inevitable pop-up.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you, I am trying to think of new stuff to include in the videos always open to ideas. Sounds like you found the right paddle for you.

[@toddczarnecki8604]

I love my Honolulu standard J2(raw carbon face), but would love to check out the J2K(kevlar).

[@barkkk191]

My fav paddle this year is easily the J2K. I personally think the power is lacking but the control and massive sweet spot makes it so easy to play the soft game. The price makes it even easier to choose as well.

[@ColdDreaming]

The two paddles you're giving away are actual my favorites. Don't own them but keep hearing great things about them

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Favorites without trying them? Haha they must be good

[@bundan5]

Great summary! Currently loving my Mach2 Forza 14mm, would love to try any of these newer paddles

[@wafarris]

You have a great list of paddles from what research I can do without actually handling hardly any of them. I currently love my J2K and think it is possibly the best paddle for me. However, I would like to that TKO-C.

[@meredithpriestley7872]

I am using the Spartus Apollo based on your great recommendation. I have it weighted 3 grams on each side from mid paddle down. I love it! But it is short, and the ball does just die off the paddle when i hit it at the top (mostly when i'm reaching in the kitchen to take it out of the air). You mentioned that in this (awesomely organized video, but maybe talk about the benefits/drawbacks of each shape at the beginning). Should I try the J2K? is it similar enough but without that drawback? Thanks so much for your guidance!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

I think the J2K would be a great fit for you. In my paddle journey I think the hybrid is the best shape for me right now and that extra reach helps but it also moves the sweet spot farther up the paddle to help with the issue you are having. Some of the main reasons the J2K was named the best paddle of 2024 by me for my summer best paddles edition

[@jatseng0000]

There are so many fun paddles this year. I'd love to try the J7K Pro, the TKO CX, and the Pursuit Pro 1.

[@chrisBDS]

I gotta feel this power of the TKO-C. It’s hot down in here in TX hahaha. Thanks for the review as always! Currently using the DBD. So quite the opposite haha

[@shaduh6947]

Been hearing so many great things about the j2k, my favorite paddle has been the ruby and would love to see the differences first hand. Great video!

[@alonsosanhueza1677]

nice review bro, I do not have a paddle but my favorite paddle from the video has to be the J2K!!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Time to get yourself a paddle and join the pickleball fun

[@oleksandrmirza]

I play whole bunch of different sports such as hockey, soccer, tennis and water polo. Just cpl month ago I got in to pickle ball. I dont think I would ever buy an expansive paddle cuz all the money I make goes to other sports. But if you gift me that TKO, that would probably be the best present I receive this year. I really like your reviews, some of the most professional out there.

[@Cornbread8]

17:55 accurate 😂

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you, did my best 😂

[@timkadom1722]

Was a little confused on the format, but caught on. I would suggest you do top control paddle. Elongated, hybrid, standard/wide, then do top all court and go through each shape, and then top power. But the way you did it wasn’t bad. Thanks for all the guidance!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thanks for the feedback Tim I’ll keep that in mind for future videos

[@aaronfuj]

This video was really well done. I appreciate the time and effort put into it and thought the format was great. Lots of summarization of the paddles from other videos in a concise format! Oh and my favorite paddle right now is the Hurache-X Control 14mm.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you! Yeah, these best of videos always take more time and planning but they are the most fun.

[@D3p1xel8]

This format is so good, organized, and helpful. TKO-C is the one for me! Cheers, brother.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Great to hear!

[@benw63]

Thanks for the extensive review. I’ve used the Ruby exclusively since launch, so I bet the J2K would be perfect!

[@nonebrain]

I literally want every paddle on this list! My favorite and only paddle that I own is the Vatic Pro Prism I want that Paddletek TKO-C!

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Time to catch them all!

[@bwu1808]

J2K and Spartus Apollo both sounds great. I would probably go with Apollo for the lower swing weight. Great review and the format is great.

[@alanwong87]

I'm a beginner and my favorite paddle right now is the Spartus Apollo.

[@MrJCBishop]

The Paddletek bantam for me. I actually an attracted to the Shapeshifter and the hurache x kevlar. Just keep up the great work.

[@MrTurtleshell]

Thanks for the info. Just getting into the sport and trying to pick up any tidbits. My starter paddle is a Omdex V5

[@FreeManOnTheLand_24]

Nice! Glad i get to choose which one to win, because I've already got a J2K. So, I gotta go with the TKO-C 12.7mm! Thanks, man.

[@DavidSanchez-px3wc]

I would love the Chorus Shapeshifter. I think it would be fun to adopt a more aggressive play style. My favorite paddle right now though is the bnb Shogun. Thanks as always, great video!

[@BAMBAMPASTOR]

Love the format. I am still a big fan of the wide body/standard paddles right now, but also like the J2K.

[@FusioNine]

I’ve heard a lot of good things about the paddletek TKO. Would love to get my hands on it!

[@jnfriesen1]

I love the hurache k16 for playing indoors and hurache k14 for outdoors. Gotta add lead weight to the paddle though 🔥🔥🤣

[@frost6621]

J2k has great control but I love the TKO power

[@ponoagard3092]

My favorite paddle has got to be the J2K and as someone who was born and raised in Honolulu I have to represent!

[@ethannisperos543]

Love the Engage Pursuit MX and the ProS1 would love to get my hands on the Paddletek Bantam TKO-CX 12.7

[@beckhamgarcia2817]

Fantastic format for this list, man. I really liked how you laid it out for us. I like the TKO-C 12.7. I'm really gonna enjoy the pop & power it offers.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Tanakaaustin]

Thanks for the video. I’m using the double black diamond now.

[@smp315]

Great review...loved the concept. Very informative. New to pickleball, but loving it. Started playing with Vatic Pro Flash and liked it a lot. Bought a Thrive Azul and really liking it as well. So many cool paddles out there and I appreciate your thoroughness in describing the various paddles and their attributes. I'm intrigued by the Shogun and Shapeshifter.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you appreciate it, sounds like the format was a hit

[@MCNPorter]

Great encompassing review. Been playing with Selkirk LUXX Control Air... so feeling like I would really love 11Six24 Hurache-X Control Kevlar.

[@tosinadedeji3168]

Still on my begginer paddle 😅. Gotta love the ONIX Graphite

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Haha good one to begin with when you are ready for that upgrade the list is great

[@ajfloresii]

Love the hurache Kevlar!

[@Bfordandafter]

I just got a Bread and Butter Shogun so that is my new fave, but I've only tried two other paddles, so I have a lot to learn. I wanted a good overall paddle and the Shogun fits the bill... had a good price and looks and feels great.

[@waynekurtz660]

I bought the Apollo using your code. It had an uneven surface on one side, resulting in a feeling of negative feedback like a miss hit from anywhere but center when hit with that side. I sent them a video, and they sent me a label to send it back for replacement. While it was gone I demoed an Engage Pursuit Pro MX and loved the feel of the paddle, the longer dwell time and additional power I adjusted to it much more quickly than the stiffer Apollo paddle. For me the Engage Pursuit had more control & power, less pop and spin. There were a few other trade offs. Overall the feel made me decide the Engage is more for me.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Glad you found your fit. I have a Pursuit Pro 1 MX 6.0 coming to test out they have been making excellent paddles lately

[@DroidX1337]

I'm eyeballing that shogun right now. Bread & Butter is my fave!

[@enzobot]

j2k has got my attention. i gotta see what all the fuss is about. great vid. keep it coming bro!

[@Flipandtrade]

Great info! Thank you.. I use Selkirk Luxx control air

[@zp753]

Spot on with the Volair, I cannot miss a drop/reset on this thing. but summer is here and I could use some more put away power, so I'm gonna go with that TKO-C giveaway! 👀

[@PatrickJones-ck9xx]

Great job! I’m currently playing with the Shogun and 14mm Volaire Mach 2 Forza. Would love to try the J2K.

[@DianSusiana98]

Thanks for your video. For Kevlar paddles I love my Hudef Viva Pro Gen 3. Awesome paddle at a good price.

[@TheMukster]

Just picked up the vatic pro prism flash, but the j2k seems like my kind of paddle!

[@rogermcculloch3491]

Of all the 2024 paddles the J2K has been the most attractive to me. I was also looking at the Paddletech Christian Alshon but I want the J2K more

[@boardathome1232]

Been using Joola Perseus, but just received my J2K this week. Can’t wait to try it out!

[@TheMdk888]

Would love to try the Bantam! Thanks for the review!

[@ericlau1949]

Great video. I was using diadem warrior edge switched to bread &butter filth and I am loving it. I would like to try the Honolulu J2K next

[@Jodimeir]

I've been rocking with my Neonic Flow for the past 3 months and I love it. But I did play with the J2 recently and would love to own the J2K

[@user-lq8sm3qf4z]

Great video and I really like how you categorized the shapes then the type. Very helpful. Of all paddles that you mentioned I only have the volair. I’m a 3.5 player and it seems to suit me well.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Volair is a great option appreciate the feedback

[@andrewmagracia2088]

Luv my spartus.. would luv to try the forza. Ty4 ur vid 😊

[@johntrotter9887]

Great review. I have grown to appreciate all the different features of the paddles you discussed and their application.. I have gradually shifted from Hyperion OG to C2 to the Ruby and just ordered the Volair Mach 2F .. as a tennis player now pickleball player I am disappointed in the degradation of the surface grit on most paddles. Hopefully the Volair will last longer than the two months I got out of my Ruby. Thx again for your reviews.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Definitely the place where there is the biggest room for innovation

[@seanlopez203]

Tried out my buddies paddletek..the pop is definitely its signature

[@Jbowling11]

Great video! I like the structure of it and it was easy to find what I wanted to get.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Thank you!

[@theleagueofchampions1]

Great review! My wife plays with a 6.0 Ruby which I think is probably my favorite paddle I've played with so far. Since the J2k is very similar at a cheaper price, I might have to get myself one.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Highly recommend it over the 6.0 Ruby

[@Zeromeasure]

Been eyeing the tkoc for awhile now. Can't believe it's a gen 1 with so much power

[@SKe711]

I love the J2K, love and agree with all the love its getting!

[@dizzle_6]

Currently rocking the mach 2 forza 14 mm for dubs and the 11six24 hurache control 16 mm for singles. Great list!

[@jjmaw]

Playing J2K - totally agree on it being the current paddle of choice for all play. Interested in the Paddletek Bantam TKO-C for days when power game makes sense.

[@paulelkins425]

Great best of list and an excellent way of presenting the various categories within the shapes. I'm currently really enjoying the Apollo. The low SW has me winning more hands battles than ever. It's also resolving my chronic tennis elbow I've been battling for the past 4months. The J2K is the winner IMO amongst your favorites.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Awesome great to hear it is resolving your tennis elbow. It is lightning fast in the hands

[@HigherStorm]

My favorite paddle is my Friday paddle but any paddle on your list look like a solid upgrade

[@mcnillerandsons7906]

Wow seems all the hype died for Gearbox PPE. Is the TKO-CX just the new and shiny or really better than the GB? My current favorite paddle is the Shogun but I have Gearbox PPE coming Tuesday. Also love my Ruby. I change it up a lot for fun. Very interested in trying out the TKO-C 12.7 or CX.

[@AllDriveNoDropPickleball]

Just can’t get the consistency from the gearbox ppe still hits the hardest on the market for most

[@dst1119.]

I’m with you with the Paddletek TKO C 12.7. I have been loving it ever since I got my hands on it. Super curious about the J2K though especially having used to main the Ruby.