JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V Review
Consensus score
The defensive player's dream. JOOLA's widest, most forgiving Pro V shape, signed by Anna Bright and Collin Johns, is built for control and stability at the kitchen. And reviewers say the only real debate is the $299.95 price.
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The consensus verdict
Best for
Control-first doubles players who want the most forgiving premium shape on the market.
Not for
Singles baseliners, power hitters, or anyone price-sensitive.
Control 91 · Power 80 · Spin 83 · Forgiveness 93 · Hand speed
Specs
| MSRP | $299.95 |
|---|---|
| Shapes | Wide 16" × 8" |
| Thickness | 14mm & 16mm |
| Face | Textured carbon fiber |
| Core | Propulsion honeycomb core + KineticFrame flex throat |
| Weight | 8.0–8.2 oz (16mm ~8.2 oz) |
| Handle | 5.25" · 4.125" (Anna Bright) / 4.25" (Collin Johns) |
| Approval | USAP approved · UPA-A certified |
| Extras | 12-month warranty (registration required); protective box, overgrips, edge tape included |
Specs from JOOLA and retailer listings; measured figures from independent reviewer lab data (unit-to-unit variance applies).
What reviewers agree on
Strengths
- Maximum forgiveness. The widest shape in the Pro V lineup produces an enormous sweet spot. Reviewers call it the most consistent paddle in the premium tier on blocks, resets, and counters.
- Kitchen stability. At 16" it's the shortest Pro V shape. And reviewers say it delivers unmatched steadiness in high-velocity kitchen exchanges. Doubles players feel the difference right away.
- KineticFrame works. The flex throat absorbs incoming pace and redirects it. Reviewers report softer hands in the transition zone and precise placement under pressure. Without the paddle feeling dead.
- Tour-proven pedigree. Anna Bright's and Collin Johns' signature paddle, played at the top of the pro game. A genuine credibility signal for the control-first buyer.
Weaknesses & caveats
- $299.95, and it does not discount. Major retailers list it as ineligible for advertised discounts. The price you see is the price you pay.
- Not a power paddle. Everything about this design serves control. Aggressive baseliners and singles players will find it underpowered. That is the Perseus's job.
- Edition confusion. Two thicknesses, two signature editions, two grip sizes. Check you are buying the exact variant you want. Anna's 16mm is the most popular.
- Reach tradeoff. The short, wide shape gives up reach versus elongated paddles. Singles players and tall kitchen battlers will notice.
Synthesized from expert long-form reviews (measurement-focused outlets, Pickleball Warehouse lab data), retailer owner reviews, and player-community discussion. How we rank →
Who it's for
Who it's for
- Doubles specialists who live at the kitchen line
- Control-first intermediates and advanced players (3.5+) who value consistency over pace
- Players who want the most forgiving premium shape available
Who should skip it
- Singles baseliners and power hitters. See the rest of the $200+ tier
- Budget shoppers — $300 doesn't discount
- Players who need maximum reach
Pro usage
Anna Bright — JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V (16mm and 14mm editions), signature paddle, match-verified. Collin Johns — JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16mm (Club Green edition), signature paddle. See the full tracker →
Where to buy
Free shipping at JustPaddles. Also available direct from JOOLA.
← Best paddles $200 & up · Paddle shapes explained · Twist weight explained
Scorpeus Pro V FAQs
Scorpeus or Perseus Pro V?
Scorpeus is the wide control shape for doubles and defense; Perseus is the elongated power shape (Ben Johns' line) for aggressive baseliners.
14mm or 16mm?
14mm is lighter with more pop; 16mm is heavier with more control. Anna Bright plays the 16mm.
Worth $299.95?
For control-first players who want maximum forgiveness, reviewers say yes. Power players should spend the $300 elsewhere.