Engage Encore Pro
Our take on the Engage Encore Pro
Engage has been a trusted brand in the pickleball industry for nearly a decade, and has been the first “real” paddle for a ton of players as they get into the sport. The Encore Pro is a great option for beginners because it delivers solid all-around performance at an affordable price. It’s also made in the USA.
- Price
- $69.99
Is the Engage Encore Pro worth $69.99?
Who should buy the Engage Encore Pro?
How does the Engage Encore Pro play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Engage Encore Pro?
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Questions people ask about the Engage Encore Pro
Is the Engage Encore Pro a good paddle?
The Engage Encore Pro is generally regarded as a solid budget paddle for beginners and intermediates, with good power and fast hands but a small sweet spot and limited spin.
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.
Who should buy the Engage Encore Pro?
Beginners. It delivers solid all-around performance at an affordable price, and Engage has been the first real paddle for many new players.
How much does the Engage Encore Pro cost?
$69.99, an affordable price for a beginner-friendly paddle that delivers solid all-around performance and is made in the USA.
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.