Choosing the perfect Pickleball Paddle UK

With such a wide range and variety of pickleball paddles to choose from, finding what's right for you can be a daunting task. We've created this guide to help you navigate through the options, highlight the key considerations, and ensure you find the ideal pickleball paddle for you.

Experience Level

Experience level can help determine which style of paddles you should be browsing. If you're brand new to pickleball and have little to no experience with other racquet sports, we'll guide you towards beginner options. However, if you're an experienced player, or have played alot of other racquet sports (Tennis, Squash, Badminton, Table Tennis) you may appreciate a choice of more intermediate and advanced pickleball paddles. Use the chart below to identify which is most true to you:

Pickelball Experience	Other Raquet Sports	Paddle Category
Just starting out	Little to none	Beginner
	Some, but not lots	Beginner, Intermediate
	Have played alot	Intermediate
Played for a while	Little to none	Beginner, Intermediate
	Some, but not lots	Intermediate
	Have played alot	Intermediate, Advanced
Played lots / Compete	Little to none	Intermediate, Advanced
	Some, but not lots	Intermediate, Advanced
	Have played alot	Advanced

Pickleball Paddle Weight

Weight is an important factor when choosing a paddle. Pickleball paddles can range from 6 to 14 ounces with most graphite and other composite paddles weighing from 6 to 9 ounces.
Weight influences how a paddle feels when you pick it up and swing it on the court. A heavier paddle will help you to drive the ball with power but might give you less control or “touch”. A lighter paddle won't provide as powerful a drive but should increase ball control and feel. So if you feel you need power then go heavier or if you need more touch then go lighter. If you're unsure then plump for a mid-weight paddle as that should give you enough power when you need it but still allow you to have the control and touch you'll need.

Weights are typically given in ounces (oz). The table below shows how we categorise pickleball paddle weights.

Weight	Pickleball Paddle Category
7.6 ounces or less	Light
7.7 - 8.2 ounces	Medium
8.3 ounces or more	Heavy

Grip Size

Grip size is given as the circumference of the grip and is given in inches (in/"). It's best to match the pickleball paddle's grip to your own hand size. If unsure, opt for the smaller size. The grip can always be built up with a thicker grip, or even double wrapped, but a grip that is too large can't be made smaller.

Hand Size	Grip Size
Small	4 inches
Medium	4.25 inches
Large	4.5 inches

Core Thickness

The thickness of the pickleball paddle is typically measured in millimeters (mm) and varies from paddle to paddle. Many pickleball paddles come in two or more choices of thickness. The thicker a pickleball paddle's core, the more it can absorb the sting of the ball, offering greater comfort and shot control. A thinner paddle allows you to generate greater power, but will be less forgiving in terms of shot control and vibrations.

Thickness	Ideal For	Not as good for
16mm or more	Shot Control and comfort	Maximum shot power potential
14mm or less	Power	Comfort, less shock absorption

Material

Material	Benefits	Drawbacks
Carbon	Highly durable. Maximum shot power potential.	Premium pricetag.
Fiberglass	Balance of durability, weight and spin control.	Less power potential than Carbon.
Graphite	Lightweight. Soft feel and control.	Thin graphite surface is less durable.
Wood	Tough and inexpensive.	Poor feel. Recreational use only.

Price

We've worked hard to source great pickleball paddles at every price point to the UK, so once you've decided the characteristics you're looking for, you should be able to find great options that suit your budget.

Our paddles range all the way from £7.99 to £279.99!

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Beginner Paddles

Beginner & Intermediate Paddles

Intermediate & Advanced Paddles

Advanced Paddles

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