JOOLA Pro V Kosmos – Tyson McGuffin signature paddle
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
- Handle Length
- Short
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Price
- $299.95
Our take on the Kosmos Pro V
Tyson McGuffin switched to the Kosmos shape in early 2026, and said in an interview with The Kitchen that he prefers the 14mm version for the added pop at the kitchen line and maneuverability in fast exchanges.
Find our in-depth review of the Pro V Series here.
Learn more about the development of the JOOLA Pro V series here.
Is the Kosmos Pro V worth $299.95?
Yes. At $299.95 it sits in the premium price range, and it is the Kosmos Pro V in Tyson McGuffin’s signature edition. It stands out on soft shots like dinks, drops and resets, and it is at its best on flicks and speedups.
Who should buy the Kosmos Pro V?
Players who want power and spin with plenty of putaway power, without the wild response of the hottest paddles. It suits higher-level players comfortable with the KineticFrame. McGuffin himself prefers the 14mm for extra pop at the kitchen line, so pop-seekers should consider that thickness.
Buy it if
- You want power plus excellent spin
- You want a stable flat-top hybrid
- You want the plusher dwell of the 16mm
- You like flicks and speedups
Skip it if
- You want maximum raw power from the face
- You prefer a more maneuverable curved-top hybrid
- You want a full-foam core
- You dislike adjusting to frame flex
How does the Kosmos Pro V play?
Drives and serves can be shaped confidently because the ball never leaps off the face, and there is enough power to put balls away. The 114 swing weight keeps hands fast in exchanges, while the flat top lends stability on off-center contact. Extra dwell makes flicks out of the air very precise.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Kosmos Pro V?
Its biggest edge is spin-friendly power with great flick and speedup performance. The main cost is raw pop that trails the hottest paddles, which the 14mm partly recovers.
Strengths
- Flicks and speedups are standout shots
- Spins the ball well with real putaway power
- Stability and forgiveness from the flat top
- Predictable launch angle in hands battles
Trade-offs
- Raw power dialed back from the hottest paddles
- Frame needs a couple hours to dial in
- Flat top trades some maneuverability for stability
- The 16mm has less pop than McGuffin's 14mm
Closest match we’ve tested
JOOLA Pro V Kosmos – Tyson McGuffin signature paddle vs Gearbox GBX Power Hybrid
Same hybrid shape, same 16mm Gen 3 core and nearly the same power.
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 114
- Twist Weight
- 6.7
- Handle Length
- Short
- Certification
- Dual Certified
- Shape
- Hybrid
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 3
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 111
- Twist Weight
- 6.7
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
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Questions people ask about the Kosmos Pro V
Why did Tyson McGuffin choose the JOOLA Pro V Kosmos?
He prefers the 14mm for the extra pop at the kitchen line and the maneuverability it gives him in fast exchanges. He switched to the Kosmos shape in early 2026.
Is the Tyson McGuffin JOOLA Pro V Kosmos worth $299.95?
Yes. It's the Kosmos Pro V in Tyson McGuffin's signature edition, and it excels on dinks, drops, resets and especially flicks and speedups.
What shape is the Tyson McGuffin JOOLA Pro V Kosmos?
It's a hybrid that blends JOOLA's Perseus and Scorpeus, the brand's first true hybrid. Its flat top adds stability and forgiveness compared with curved-top hybrids.
Is the Tyson McGuffin JOOLA Pro V Kosmos a power or control paddle?
It's a power paddle that spins the ball well, though the raw power is slightly dialed back from the hottest paddles. You still get plenty of putaway power.
Is the Tyson McGuffin JOOLA Pro V Kosmos 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 JOOLA Pro V Kosmos – Tyson McGuffin signature paddle alternatives?
Pickleball Apes Zen S+
Power 92Spin 91
16mm Gen 4 · Swing weight 107
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 Kosmos Pro V measured power 82, spin 83, swing weight 114 and twist weight 6.7.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.