If you want a truly powerful paddle with the highest spin generation, check out the Warping Point Phoenix. This paddle was co-designed with WTA star and PPA pro Tina Pisnik. She's been amazing in recent tournaments, making the championship with this paddle.
Warping Point has impressed me before with their high-quality affordable paddles (see the Warping Point Neon and Warping Point Nightblade). This is the first Warping Point paddle I've played with that's priced above $150. It comes in at $220, though you can make it $198 with our 10% discount code.
I loved playing with the Warping Point Phoenix. This is a beast of a power paddle with some of the best spin I've ever seen. The grip is super comfortable and expertly designed. One thing to know is that this is not a very forgiving paddle. It goes for power over control. If you're an aggressive player looking to dominate with power and spin, though, this is built for you.Today's best deals
Buy or pass?
Buy if:
You're an aggressive player:
I was ripping balls with crazy power and the highest levels of spin.
You want a lightweight paddle:
the Phoenix has a light feel in your hands and a longer 5.6-inch handle for two-handed backhands.
You like comfy grips:
this is one of the best grips I've played with – the ideal thickness and softness – and I didn't need any overgrip.
Pass if:
You're a beginner:
this hard-hitting paddle has a tighter sweet spot, which makes it less forgiving for new players. Try one of the best beginner paddles instead.
You want more control:
for any skill level, the Honolulu J2NF is one of the most popular paddles – it balances high power with awesome touch and forgiveness.
You want a budget power paddle:
the Luzz Pro Cannon hits almost as hard for just $109.
Explosive power and awesome spin
The Warping Point Phoenix blew me away from the first game with how powerful it was. This is up there with some of the most powerful pickleball paddles. I was acing people on my serves, left and right. I could rip the ball on my drives, forcing them to hit out.
I preferred the thinner core 13.3 mm model because I could rip a serious amount of spin with power. Other players kept commenting on my aggression, and a ton of them wanted to use this paddle. I had a 5.0 level player who was obsessed with how good it made his drives. After we played, he messaged me wanting to know where he could buy it.
The only downside is the smaller sweet spot, which can lead to mishits. I like paddles with more forgiveness – it fits my play style to hit hard and then soften up when needed. I ended up adding weight to my paddle to try to open up the sweet spot.
If you're an aggressive player who wants to hit the ball hard, though, this is a great paddle. It's designed as a pro paddle for Tina Pisnik but anyone can use it. At just under $200 (with our 10% discount), it's an excellent alternative to the $300 JOOLA Pro V paddles and the $333 Selkirk LABS Boomstik.
Paddle Weight
7.8-8.1 oz
Paddle Length
16.5 inches
Paddle Width
7.4 inches
Handle Length
5.6 inches
Grip Circumference
4.25 inches
Paddle Face Material
3-layer T700 carbon fiber
Core Material
Honeycomb core with TPE foam wall
Core Thickness
13.3 or 16 mm
Sweet Spot
Small-medium
How the Warping Point Phoenix plays
| Category | Rating | Notes |
| Power | 9.5/10 | Ridiculously powerful. My serves and drives were ferocious. |
| Control | 8/10 | Tougher to control. You need good hand-eye coordination to make sure you're hitting that sweet spot. |
| Spin | 10/10 | Holy cow – you can really rip the ball. Top marks for spin. |
| Forgiveness | 8/10 | Doesn't respond well to mishits because it's lighter and the sweet spot is small. The 16 mm is probably a 9 on forgiveness but it lacks the punch of the 13.3 mm. |
| Weighting | 8/10 | Not the most balanced paddle – because it's light, it can turn in your wrist. I added lead tape to adjust the weighting. |
| Grip | 9.5/10 | I really like the grip. My hand usually slips, but not here. It's a rare paddle where I didn't need overgrip. Also, the 5.6-inch handle provides ample room for two-handed shots. |
| Durability | 9/10 | The colored edge guard doesn't show scrapes as much as a white one. I put 14 to 15 hours on this paddle and there's still just as much grit. I think the Phoenix will hold up better than some foam paddles. |
| Aerodynamics | 8/10 | Despite its light feel, it's not that fast. It's average, and doesn't stick out above others. |
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