Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X
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.
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $249.99
Is the TKO-X worth $249.99?
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TKO-X vs Jelly Bean 2 Hurache-X
All Court
Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
Additional details
- Brand
- Paddletek
- Paddle Type
- All Court
- Static Weight
- 8.4 oz
- Swing Weight
- 121
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Long
- Certification
- USAP
All Court
11SIX24 Jelly Bean 2 Series
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
Additional details
- Brand
- 11SIX24
- 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.
Is Paddletek coming out with a foam paddle?
Yes. The Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X is an elongated full-foam paddle, following the limited-release Reserve Honeyfoam, and pros Christian Alshon, Riley Newman and Connor Garnett have adopted 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. It's a 16mm elongated full-foam paddle with a long handle, a high 121 swing weight and a 6.1 twist weight.
Is the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X alternatives?
Adidas AdiPower Pro
RPM Friction Pro V2 Widebody
CRBN 4 TruFoam Genesis
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.