Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X
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- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $199.99
Our take on the TKO-X
Paddletek’s latest release is an elongated full-foam paddle that has already been adopted by several pro players, including Christian Alshon, Riley Newman and Connor Garnett, and all have had great recent results since making the switch. The 14mm version of this paddle delivers great power and pop, while the 16mm version offers a more consistent and stable feel.
Check out our full review of the Paddletek Honeyfoam here.
Is the TKO-X worth $199.99?
Yes, for players who value touch and control. At $249.99 it sits in the high price range, just under premium, and you get a soft, consistent full-foam feel with good hand speed. The trade is moderate power for the price.
Who should buy the TKO-X?
Players at about the 3.5 to 4.5 level who want a stable, consistent elongated foam paddle that resets well in transition. Pros Christian Alshon, Riley Newman and Connor Garnett have adopted it. Power-first players will want something hotter.
Buy it if
- You value touch, hand speed and control
- You want a soft, consistent full-foam feel
- You want solid resets in transition
- You play at roughly a 3.5 to 4.5 level
Skip it if
- You want maximum raw power
- You want to spend well under $250
- You want the extra pop of the 14mm
How does the TKO-X play?
Power is medium, with a soft, consistent feel and good hand speed. The 16mm feels solid and stable, especially on resets in transition, and plays more consistently on off-center hits than the 14mm. The long handle and 121 swing weight add reach and mass behind full swings.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the TKO-X?
Its biggest edge is touch and stability from a foam paddle that feels connected. The main cost is moderate power, so it is not the pop-first choice.
Strengths
- Soft, consistent feel with strong touch
- Solid resets in transition
- Steady on off-center hits in the 16mm
- Inner EPP layer for a connected feel
Trade-offs
- Moderate power compared with hotter foam paddles
- Price sits just under the premium tier
- The 14mm is the pick for more pop
- High 121 swing weight
Closest match we’ve tested
Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X vs 11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 Series
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
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8.4 oz
- Swing Weight
- 121
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- USAP
10% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 116
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- UPA-A
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Questions people ask about the TKO-X
Is the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X a good paddle?
Yes. Reviewers praise its touch, hand speed and control and describe a soft, consistent feel. The knocks are moderate power and the $249.99 price.
Does Paddletek make a foam paddle?
Yes. The Honeyfoam TKO-X is an elongated full-foam paddle, following the limited-release Reserve Honeyfoam, and pros Christian Alshon, Riley Newman and Connor Garnett play it.
How does the 16mm Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X play?
The 16mm feels solid and stable, especially on resets in transition, and plays more consistently on off-center hits than the 14mm, making it a good fit for 3.5-4.5 players.
What is the lifespan of a Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X?
Paddletek doesn't publish a lifespan figure. As a rule of thumb, a paddle holds peak performance for roughly 4 to 6 months with frequent play, or 7 to 12-plus months at one to three days a week.
How much does the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X cost?
$249.99, which puts it in the high price range for pickleball paddles.
Is the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 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 TKO-X measured power 78, spin 86, swing weight 121 and twist weight 6.1.
- One ball for every test. The Life Time LT Pro 48.