Engage Alpha Pro
Our take on the Alpha Pro
This Engage model was designed as a power paddle that is still controllable for most players, compared to many other modern paddles that have prioritized power above all else. That means you can end a point when you have a good opportunity to do so, but you’re also not going to spray the ball all over the park.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $199.99
Is the Alpha Pro worth $199.99?
Who should buy the Alpha Pro?
How does the Alpha Pro play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Alpha Pro?
Alpha Pro vs PRO-EDT 16
All Court
Engage Alpha Pro
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- Engage
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 113
- Twist Weight
- 6.2
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
All Court
Adidas AdiPower PRO-EDT 16mm
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- Adidas
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 126
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Alpha Pro
Is the Engage Alpha Pro a good paddle?
Reviewers rate the Engage Alpha Pro as a power paddle that stays controllable, with a large sweet spot and good spin, though its poppy face can send shots long.
Do any pros use the Engage Alpha Pro?
As of 2026, pro Eric Oncins, who signed with Engage after leaving JOOLA, competes with the Alpha Pro 14mm. No other pros are confirmed for it.
Who owns Engage Pickleball?
Engage is family-owned. Robert Elliott is the founder and CEO, and his wife Jodi and their children Joshua and Rachel also own and run the company.
How does the Engage Alpha Pro play?
It's a power paddle that stays controllable for most players, so you can end points when you get the chance without spraying the ball all over the court.
How much does the Engage Alpha Pro cost?
$199.99. It's a 16mm elongated Gen 3 paddle with a medium handle, a medium 113 swing weight and a 6.2 twist weight.
Is the Engage Alpha Pro USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Engage Alpha Pro alternatives?
Adidas AdiPower Pro
Honolulu J2NF
RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody
How We Tested
Our paddle reviewers (all 5.0+ players) work with other high-level players in their area to test paddles on a variety of shots. This testing involves several hours of drills and games in an effort to determine how the paddle impacts performance in real-world scenarios.
We use the Life Time LT Pro 48 pickleball for our testing.