Friday Pickleball Aura Pro vs RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated
Friday Pickleball
Aura Pro
$169
7.5–7.8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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RPM Pickleball
Q2 16mm Elongated
$249.99
7.8–8 oz · 16mm core · Elongated
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Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro vs RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleThe value vs. premium matchup
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is the value pick at $169. RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated is the premium option at $249.99 — you're paying for the Carbon fiber.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Friday Pickleball Aura Pro | RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.5–7.8 oz | 7.8–8 oz |
| Shape | Elongated | Elongated |
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter | Honeycomb with foam perimeter |
| Face material | Carbon fiber | Carbon fiber |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $169 | $249.99 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is listed at 7.5–7.8 oz; RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated at 7.8–8 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Friday Pickleball Aura Pro is 0.3 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Core material. Friday Pickleball Aura Pro lists its core as EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter; RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated lists Honeycomb with foam perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Friday Pickleball Aura Pro
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: power
RPM Pickleball Q2 16mm Elongated
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Playing style: balanced
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