JOOLA 3S Dual
Our take on the Perseus 3S
One of the most popular paddles among pros and amateurs of the past 2 years — the JOOLA 3S Series — has now been re-released with new colorways and the stamp of approval from both USA Pickleball and the United Pickleball Association of America. The 3S paddles previously were not USAP certified. The dual-certification means that amateur players can now use the 3S paddles in any tournament setting, whether that’s a PPA Tour/MLP event or a USAP sanctioned event. Even though the tech featured in the 3S Series has been around for more than a year, it is still the paddle of choice for several JOOLA signed pros and many unsponsored pros — which is how you know a paddle is very good.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- UPA-A
- Price
- $199.95
Is the Perseus 3S worth $199.95?
Who should buy the Perseus 3S?
How does the Perseus 3S play?
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Perseus 3S?
Perseus 3S vs Project Coyote
Power
JOOLA 3S Dual
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- JOOLA
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 121
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- UPA-A
Power
Proton Project Coyote
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 15mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
Additional details
- Brand
- Proton
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 7.8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 113
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Perseus 3S
Is the JOOLA 3S Dual a good paddle?
Yes. It's a pro-level paddle that balances controlled power with an accessible price, with slightly less pop than the original 3S but a softer feel on dinks and resets.
What are the main differences between the JOOLA 3S Dual and Pro IV?
The 3S Dual has a firmer, more direct feel at a lower price, while the Pro IV adds TechFlex Power foam at the throat for a softer, more forgiving response.
Is the JOOLA 3S Dual USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
What's the difference between the JOOLA 3S Dual and the original 3S?
The 3S Dual is a re-release with new colorways and USA Pickleball approval. The original 3S paddles weren't USAP certified, so they couldn't be used in USAP-sanctioned events.
Do pros use the JOOLA 3S Dual?
Yes. It's still the paddle of choice for several JOOLA-signed pros and many unsponsored pros, even though its technology has been around for more than a year.
How much does the JOOLA 3S Dual cost?
$199.95. It's a 16mm elongated paddle with a medium handle, a high 121 swing weight and a 6.3 twist weight.
What are some JOOLA 3S Dual alternatives?
Six Zero Coral
Bread & Butter Loco
Honolulu J6CR
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.