JOOLA Pro IV Series
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $249.95
Our take on the Perseus Pro IV
The JOOLA Pro IV series was at the top of our list for most of 2025, and it is still standing the test of time (for now).
An added section of high-density foam inside the bottom corners/throat area of the Pro IV models allows the paddle to flex more than prior models, which adds forgiveness and enhances feel, power and dwell time.
Check out our in-depth review of the JOOLA Perseus Pro IV.
Find a breakdown of the entire Pro IV line here.
Is the Perseus Pro IV worth $249.95?
Yes. At $249.95 it sits in the high price range, just under the premium tier, and every shape in the line, from Perseus to Hyperion, is very good. It also costs less than the Pro V while keeping a flex-assisted propulsion core.
Who should buy the Perseus Pro IV?
Players who want a power paddle with extra forgiveness and feel, and who want to pick the shape that fits their game. Perseus suits drivers, Scorpeus has a larger sweet spot, and the Hyperion’s curved top adds maneuverability. Thickness comes down to pop or power.
Buy it if
- You want a power paddle with added forgiveness
- You want to choose from several shapes
- You want to save money versus the Pro V
- You want a step up in feel from the 3S
Skip it if
- You need maximum spin from the face
- You want a low swing weight in the Perseus
- You want a pure control paddle over power
How does the Perseus Pro IV play?
It is a power paddle where high-density throat foam lets the head flex on contact, adding dwell, forgiveness and feel. The 16mm Perseus build carries a 118 swing weight. Thinner versions bring more pop and maneuverability at the net, while the thicker ones hit harder on serves, drives and overheads.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Perseus Pro IV?
Its biggest edge is flexing throat foam that adds forgiveness to real power. The main cost is a high swing weight and a low-spin face.
Strengths
- Throat foam adds forgiveness, dwell and feel
- Wide range of shapes to match your game
- Both 14mm and 16mm options in every shape
- Propulsion core refined from the 3S
Trade-offs
- Spin is its weak point
- High swing weight on the Perseus build
- Perseus has a smaller sweet spot than Scorpeus
- Thicker builds give up pop at the kitchen
Closest match we’ve tested
JOOLA Pro IV Series vs Proton Project Flamingo
Same elongated shape, same Gen 3 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8.2 oz
- Swing Weight
- 118
- Twist Weight
- 6.3
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 15mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8.2 oz
- Swing Weight
- 121
- Twist Weight
- 6.8
- Handle Length
- Short
- Certification
- Dual Certified
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Questions people ask about the Perseus Pro IV
Is the JOOLA Pro IV Series worth $249.95?
Yes. Every shape in the line, from Perseus to Hyperion, is very good, and it costs less than the Pro V.
Is the JOOLA Pro IV Series a power or control paddle?
It's a power paddle with low spin. The high-density throat foam lets it flex on contact, adding forgiveness, dwell time and feel.
Should I get the 14mm or 16mm JOOLA Pro IV Series?
The 14mm gives more pop and maneuverability at the kitchen line, while the 16mm adds power on serves, drives and overheads. Every shape comes in both.
Is the JOOLA Pro IV Series USAP approved?
Yes, it's approved by both USA Pickleball and the UPA-A, so it's legal in any sanctioned tournament.
What is the swing weight of the JOOLA Pro IV Series?
118, which is high, with a 6.3 twist weight. That matches the 16mm Perseus, which has the highest swing weight in the Pro IV line.
What are some JOOLA Pro IV Series alternatives?
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 Perseus Pro IV measured power 87, spin 63, swing weight 118 and twist weight 6.3.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.