Engage X2
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- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $259.99
Our take on the X2 Elongated
The X2 is Engage’s second full-foam offering, following the Engage Profoam that was released in 2025. The new model features a “Quad Density” foam core and a new approach to the carbon fiber face, a combination that delivered great feel and elite-level spin in our testing.
It’s also producing results at the pro level, as pro player Eric Oncins switched to the X2 in early 2026 and has been playing great in both doubles and singles so far this year. He’s moved into the top 10 in men’s doubles and mixed doubles on the PPA Tour.
Find our full review of the Engage X2 here.
Is the X2 Elongated worth $259.99?
Yes. At $259.99 it sits in the premium price range, and you get a full-foam paddle that is genuinely easy to pick up and control. Its four-foam core and micro-weave carbon face pair a plush feel with top-level spin.
Who should buy the X2 Elongated?
Players at almost any level, from advanced players who prize consistency and ball shaping to newer players who need something easy to control. It suits anyone who dislikes fiddling with weighted tape. If you want a light, whippy paddle, the 120 swing weight will feel heavy.
Buy it if
- You want consistency, feel and ball shaping
- You dislike messing with weighted tape
- You want controlled power on drives
- You want a plush feel on dinks
Skip it if
- You want maximum raw power
- You want a light swing weight
- You want the biggest, most forgiving sweet spot
How does the X2 Elongated play?
Power is high but dialed back slightly from some foam paddles, so you can ramp pace and spin up or down on drives. The foam feels more like a plush honeycomb paddle than most foam, with good touch on dinks, drops and flicks. Resets are solid and improve with tape on the sides or bottom corners.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the X2 Elongated?
Its biggest edge is plush feel and easy control in a full-foam paddle. The main cost is a premium price and a high swing weight that leaves little room for extra tape.
Strengths
- Plush feel for a full-foam paddle
- Elite-level spin from the micro-weave carbon face
- Plays well out of the box
- Controlled power that is easy to manage
Trade-offs
- Premium price at $259.99
- Power dialed back from some foam paddles
- High swing weight limits added tape
- Widebody should reset even easier
Closest match we’ve tested
Engage X2 vs FLiK F3
Same elongated shape, same 16mm Gen 4 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8.3 oz
- Swing Weight
- 120
- Twist Weight
- 6.4
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
10% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 118
- Twist Weight
- 6
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
10% off with code KITCHEN
10% off with KITCHEN
10% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the X2 Elongated
Is the Engage X2 worth $259.99?
Yes. It's easy to use, with great feel, power and elite-level spin from its Quad Density foam core and carbon fiber face, and pro Eric Oncins plays it.
Is the Engage X2 a power paddle or a control paddle?
It's a controlled power paddle. Its raw power is dialed back slightly from some other paddles, which actually helps most players play better.
Does the Engage X2 need lead or tungsten tape?
Not really, since perimeter weighting is built in and it plays well out of the box. Tape on the sides or bottom corners helps resets, but it already has a high-ish swing weight.
Is the Engage X2 good for advanced players?
Yes. We think advanced players will love its consistency, feel and ball shaping, yet it's easy enough for lower-level players to control.
Is the Engage X2 USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
What are some Engage X2 alternatives?
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How we test every paddle
Why trust our ratings? Every paddle is played by Team Kitchen, our team of expert paddle reviewers, and measured on the same scale before we rate it.
- Expert reviewers. All 5.0+ players, testing alongside other high-level players in their area.
- Hours of drills and games. Every kind of shot, in real points, to see how a paddle plays in a match and not just on paper.
- Measured on the same scale. Power, spin, swing weight and twist weight for every paddle, so any two compare fairly. The X2 Elongated measured power 81, spin 95, swing weight 120 and twist weight 6.4.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.