Six Zero Black Opal
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Six Zero's latest paddle is geared toward advanced players (4.5 or 5.0+), but it has an extremely high ceiling if you're willing to invest the time to get the touch dialed in.
It's a true power paddle that also offers great shot-shaping ability -- particularly for players with shorter, whippy strokes. The 14mm foam core feels very satisfying when you connect with the center of the paddle, but if there is a knock on this paddle, it's that the sweet spot isn't as big as the paddles ahead of it on this list and several others behind it. But because of its top-tier potential when in the hands of a good player, it goes high on our list.
Check out our in-depth review of the Six Zero Opal here.