CRBN ² vs Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 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 Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE
Price$179.99$149.99
StyleControlControl
Weight7.8–8.1 oz8 oz
Core thickness—14 mm
CoreHoneycombRib core
ShapeNot listedElongated
Length—16.5"
Width—7.375"
Handle—5.5"
Buyer rating4.9 / 5 (513)4.6 / 5 (107)

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 Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE costs $30 less ($150 vs $180).
  • Both are listed at about the same weight (7.8–8.1 oz and 8 oz).
  • CRBN ² has a honeycomb core and Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE has a rib core core.
  • Buyers on the sellers' own stores rate CRBN ² 4.9 out of 5 (513 reviews) and Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated 14mm SSTCORE 4.6 (107). 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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