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JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 Pickleball Paddle

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JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 Pickleball Paddle

93Universal Acclaim

The JOOLA Ben Johns Hyperion C2 CFS 16 is overwhelmingly praised for its balanced blend of power, control, and spin, with reviewers consistently highlighting its lightweight design, generous sweet spot, and excellent build quality. However, durability concerns are a significant issue, with multiple reports of handle breakage within 7-9 months and surface degradation, alongside occasional complaints about weight and a learning curve for some players.

Sentiment Breakdown

87 positive / 8 neutral / 5 negative

Pros

  • Excellent balance of power and control for all skill levels
  • Lightweight design with generous sweet spot and forgiving play
  • Strong spin generation with textured carbon fiber surface
  • Comfortable grip and ergonomic handle for extended play
  • High-quality construction with unibody design

Cons

  • Handle breakage reported at 7-9 months with limited warranty support
  • Surface texture degradation and grip discoloration within 30 days
  • Heavier than some competing paddles; may cause elbow strain

What Reviewers Mention

Control
37% of reviews
Power
32% of reviews
Weight
21% of reviews
Spin
14% of reviews
Durability
6% of reviews

Specifications

Core Thickness16 mm
Surface MaterialCarbon Fiber
Core MaterialPolymer

Where to Buy

Most Recent Reviews: Showing 50 of 87 reviews

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100Universal Acclaim

As described: Good balance of control and power. CFS a plus. This is an underrated racquet.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great control: I bought this a couple weeks ago and it is a great game paddle. Very controllable.

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100Universal Acclaim

JOOLA Ben John's Hyperion: Great paddle! Very forgiving for the average player!

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80Universal Acclaim

Casual Player: Until this purchase, I used just whatever paddle I could rent or an extra someone had. But I started playing enough that I wanted to invest in one. This one is good. Not my favorite, but also half the price of the one I really wanted. I was looking for more control than power; however, this one advertised good ratings in both. I have never hit with a paddle that required so much effort. Luckily, power wasn’t my struggle point, I just didn’t appreciate the inaccurate rating. So hea

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100Universal Acclaim

Great paddle: I bought it about three weeks ago has definitely improved my game

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80Universal Acclaim

Christmas present for my son: This is overpriced, but it is a good quality paddle and I had dicks cash.

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100Universal Acclaim

pickle ball paddle: Love this new paddle. It has a longer handle and easy to maneuver

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Dick's Sporting Goods

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100Universal Acclaim

Great paddle: This is a great paddle, a bit advanced for entry level skills and true to its description, delivers pop and power.

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100Universal Acclaim

Seriously great paddle: What an excellent paddle. Extremely well balanced, very comfortable to hold/grip. The mount of power and control this paddle offers is extraordinary. Serious and great value for money.

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100Universal Acclaim

Power and control: This is the third time I have purchased the Hyperion 16. It provides me the perfect mix of power and control for my game.

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60Mixed or Average

Joola: This Joola version is just okay. A bit heavy compared to to other paddles and my elbow hurts using this. Although the paddle is very durable and gives good power.

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100Universal Acclaim

Solid and powerful: I just started using the new Ben John's Hyperion paddle and so far, I love it.

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100Universal Acclaim

good: exactly what i wanted little pricey but worth it looks cool

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100Universal Acclaim

Solid Paddle: There is nothing not to like about the paddle. It provides good control and enough power for an intermediate player such as myself.

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80Universal Acclaim

Joola Ben John's Hyperion CFS 16MM Pro Pickleball Paddle: Used the racket for the first time to hit around. Although I'm a beginner in pickleball, who has played tennis in the past, I felt the paddle was very versatile. It offered a lot of control as well good power with a large sweet spot. I like the longer grip which allows me to hit 2-handed backhand shots if needed.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great overall paddle: Picked up this paddle ahead of a company pickleball event. It is a huge improvement from the beginning pickleball set we bought as a family. Good control, well balance weight.

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60Mixed or Average

Just ok, I ended up returning it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!: It didn't work for me, it may be ok for someone else!!!!!!!!!!!

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40Generally Unfavorable

Not worth if its break after two months: I had this paddles for two months and in the game handel broke cost to high for two months of playing and did get back not even half of $$$$

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Paddle: This is a great Pickleball Paddle. I find myself grabbing it over my other paddles.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Paddle: This paddle is extremely comfortable and provides increased control and power to my game.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Pickleball Paddle: This paddle has a big sweet spot, is balanced perfectly, and has a surface that helps me have better ball control. The weight is just right and I’m able to put speed, power or finesse to any balls I hit.

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100Universal Acclaim

Amazing feel: The paddle is very lightweight and I would recommend it

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100Universal Acclaim

Great paddle: Upgraded from beginner paddle. Better control ad much better spin. Got it on sale, well worth the price

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80Universal Acclaim

New player at pickleball: Looking for a paddle that was comfortable in my hands.

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100Universal Acclaim

Joola Pickleball Paddle: I bought this as a gift for someone who loves to play pickleball. They love the paddle and say it has helped them play better.

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100Universal Acclaim

Perfect for intermediate players!: While I am new to Pickleball, I have played tennis for years. My first night on the court, I borrowed a friend's very very basic circular, wooden paddle - very similar to a standard ping pong paddle. While it "worked", it was very hard to get used to. The shortness of the paddle took a lot of getting used to. Then, another friend of mine let me borrow his JOOLA Ben John's Hyperion paddle.... WOW, what a remarkable difference! The materials that it is made from.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great value: Much better than cheaper paddles. excellent value on sale at Dicks

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20Generally Unfavorable

No power, no spin!: I am compelled to write a review on this paddle as it is the worst paddle I've had. I recently had my bag of pickleball paddles stolen so I had to settle for this. It has no power at all! It practically has zero spin as well. If you are a dink player than this is your paddle I guess. Just disappointed in it. I know it's outdated but you would think it would have more everything.

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100Universal Acclaim

Love it!: Took some getting used to, but an overall great paddle. Sweet spot is sweet!

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Paddle - Great Service: Received my new paddle and it’s great! Used a gift card that I received as a Christmas gift and it was simple to use!

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60Mixed or Average

Ben Johnson Joola paddle is average.: Bought the Ben Johnson paddle to replace my Selkirk beginner paddle to improve my game. With the textured surface and “superior” paddle structure I expected more control and improved power. I have experienced neither. The “feel” and performance are no different than my beginner paddle. Needless to say I am a little disappointed.

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100Universal Acclaim

Love this paddle.: A bit heavy but adds power and takes the shock of oncoming balls.

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100Universal Acclaim

Game Changer: Excellent control and power. I’m so happy I bought this paddle.

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40Generally Unfavorable

Paddle face lost its textured surface: Paddle is not even 30 days old and already has lost the grit on the center of the paddle’s face. I think I got a lemon. I will be returning for a new one or a refund

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100Universal Acclaim

Great paddle: Bought this paddle not really knowing anything about it. I sure did get lucky with my choice. Great control and power. The paddle is very forgiving with a huge sweet spot. It has improved my game so much.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great grip and surface: This paddle is very lightweight has excellent grip material on the surface and comfortable grip assist with back spins, etc. great paddle!

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Paddle! So glad I got it before it sold out!: My boyfriend bought this as a hybrid paddle, he has two others which are a control and a power paddle. He ended up giving it to me after seeing me play with it, he said it was the perfect paddle for me and honestly I agree! I have more control over my balls and even though I have the arm of a softball player it adds that extra power I could use.

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100Universal Acclaim

Good for all levels: Paddle is light and gives good spin. Also good power and great for all levels of play.

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100Universal Acclaim

God I want another but I’m too broke, so good, 100% worth it. Wish I had more money.: i bought this paddle recently, so worth it, i love it more than my own life. so good; so so good

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100Universal Acclaim

Great features: I love the new feeling of a taller hand grip and the power and spin on it is just 💯👌🏼perfect

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80Universal Acclaim

Joola Hyperion C2 : I'm a "senior" ~3.5 player. I chose the Hyperion C2 16mm CFS since I have been playing with a Joola Radius to minimize the transition. The hyperion does have more pop with lots of control. I did add a little weight and an overgrip. This paddle does all that I expected. I think

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60Mixed or Average

Middle of the road for me: Great overall paddle, however, I've been playing with this for about 6 months and I do find it very poopy. I wish it was more about control but this seems to be more on the power side to me.

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100Universal Acclaim

Hyperion C2 CFS 16: I love this paddle. My previous paddle was the earlier generation model, which I also liked but it cracked at the connection between the head and the handle. The C2 is a unibody construction and supposedly won't be as prone to breaking at the neck. I like the blend of touch, control and power of this paddle. It's just right for my style of play.

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100Universal Acclaim

Very lightweight, grip feels good.: I bought this as my first pickleball paddle, and I am quite pleased with it. It is lightweight and comfortable to swing.

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100Universal Acclaim

Joel’s Ben John’s Hyperion C2 CFS 16 paddle: Great paddle. Has nice touch around the net, is fast to cover smashes and has pl3nty of power.

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20Generally Unfavorable

Handle broke at 7 months: Great paddle until the handle breaks. 12 of us bought Joolas and they all broke at the same spot at the neck of the handle in the 7 to 9-month time frame. Joola told us all we were on our own, no guarantee after 6 months. We all switch back to Selkirk so we could get something that lasts.

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100Universal Acclaim

So professional!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ok, this pickleball paddle is very cool. I look like the pros! Most of all, I like how this paddle changes my game and gives me all sorts of fancy spin that I certainly didnt have before. Im a big fan.

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Paddle!: Good spin, nice extra pop and light compared to the previous hyperion

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100Universal Acclaim

Great Racquet!: [This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been playing pickleball for a little while now, and up until recently I had been using a more generic racquet when playing. I'd had a friend tell me about this Hyperion CFS 16 racquet, by Joola, so decided to try it. And I'm glad I did. Nearly immediately I was able to get more control and better speed on my shots, and that lead to more points. So I was getting teamed up and sometimes winning before, now I fin

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100Universal Acclaim

Excellent control: Best paddle. I would 100% recommend. This is the best model of all the Joolas.

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