RPM Q2
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- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
- Price
- $249.99
Our take on the Q2 Elongated
The RPM Q2 was designed in collaboration with popular paddle reviewer John Kew. It delivers everything we’ve come to expect from full-foam paddles: Big power, a consistent sweet spot and a firm feel on contact.
Check out our full breakdown of the RPM paddle lineup here.
Is the Q2 Elongated worth $249.99?
Yes, if you want full-foam power. At $249.99 it sits in the high price range, and it brings the big power, steady sweet spot and firm contact you expect from a full-foam paddle, with plenty of spin on top.
Who should buy the Q2 Elongated?
Power-first players who like a firm feel and a consistent sweet spot. Those who put dinks and resets first will be happier with the original Friction Pro, and the Friction Pro V2 gives up a little power for more flex.
Buy it if
- You want effortless, full-foam power
- You like a firm feel on contact
- You want a consistent sweet spot
- You want plenty of spin with your power
Skip it if
- You want a softer, plush feel
- You prioritize dinks and resets
- You want the flex of the Friction Pro V2
How does the Q2 Elongated play?
It is a power paddle with a much stiffer response than the Friction Pro V2. The 16mm elongated version has a 117 swing weight and a 6 twist weight, and the Gen 4 foam core keeps the sweet spot consistent. Hybrid and widebody shapes, in 14mm or 16mm, offer a different balance.
What are the strengths and trade-offs of the Q2 Elongated?
Its biggest edge is raw, effortless power with a consistent sweet spot. The main cost is a stiff feel that trails softer paddles on dinks and resets.
Strengths
- Big full-foam power on every swing
- Consistent sweet spot across the face
- Plenty of spin with the power
- Available in four shapes
Trade-offs
- Much stiffer than the Friction Pro V2
- Less touch on dinks and resets
- USAP approved only, not UPA-A
Closest match we’ve tested
RPM Q2 vs Luzz Inferno2 M1
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
- Power
- Static Weight
- 7.9 oz
- Swing Weight
- 117
- Twist Weight
- 6
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- USAP
15% off with code KITCHEN
- Shape
- Elongated
- Core Thickness
- 16mm
- Core Type
- Gen 4
More specs
- Paddle Type
- Power
- Static Weight
- 8 oz
- Swing Weight
- 120
- Twist Weight
- 6.1
- Handle Length
- Medium
- Certification
- UPA-A
15% off with code KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
15% off with KITCHEN
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Questions people ask about the Q2 Elongated
Is the RPM Q2 worth $249.99?
Yes, if you want full-foam power. It delivers big power, a consistent sweet spot and a firm feel on contact, and it was designed with paddle reviewer John Kew.
Is the RPM Q2 a power paddle or a control paddle?
It's a power paddle, with effortless power and plenty of spin. If you want a softer feel and more control on dinks and resets, the original RPM Friction Pro is the better pick.
RPM Q2 vs RPM Friction Pro V2: which is better?
It depends on the feel you want. The Q2 is much stiffer with more raw power, while the Friction Pro V2 gives up a little power for more flex and feel.
What shapes does the RPM Q2 come in?
Elongated, widebody and two hybrid shapes (flat-top and curved-top), in 14mm or 16mm. The elongated 16mm has a swing weight of 117 and a twist weight of 6.
Is the RPM Q2 USAP approved?
Yes, it's USA Pickleball approved.
What are some RPM Q2 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 Q2 Elongated measured power 91, spin 97, swing weight 117 and twist weight 6.
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