CRBN ² vs Gearbox Pro Control Integra™ 14mm SSTCORE

Two control paddles at similar prices, compared on the specs each brand publishes. We have not tested either one.

Specs side by side

SpecCRBN ²Gearbox Pro Control Integra™ 14mm SSTCORE
Price$179.99$134.99
StyleControlControl
Weight7.8–8.1 oz8 oz
Core thickness—14 mm
CoreHoneycombHoneycomb
ShapeNot listedHybrid
Length—16"
Width—7.375"
Handle—5.5"
Buyer rating4.9 / 5 (513)4.6 / 5 (43)

Specs, prices and review scores come from each brand's own product page, last checked October 20, 2026. Confirm with the seller before you buy.

How they differ

  • Gearbox Pro Control Integra™ 14mm SSTCORE costs $45 less ($135 vs $180).
  • Both are listed at about the same weight (7.8–8.1 oz and 8 oz).
  • Buyers on the sellers' own stores rate CRBN ² 4.9 out of 5 (513 reviews) and Gearbox Pro Control Integra™ 14mm SSTCORE 4.6 (43). Different stores collect reviews differently, so treat small gaps as a tie.

Which should you choose?

These come from the spec differences above, not from hands-on play. For tested results, see an independent lab such as Pickleball Effect.

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