Best Pickleball Paddles in the UAE
Your next paddle should solve something. Perhaps your resets feel too lively, your counters feel slow, or your grip never feels quite right. Start there—not with whichever paddle gets the loudest recommendation.
The best fit starts with the response, grip and shape that suit you. Compare a small shortlist by those priorities—not a universal ranking.
What would you like to change?
Think about your last close game. Which shot felt dependable, and which one kept letting you down? Keep the dependable part of your setup in mind when you look for an upgrade. A paddle that adds something you want can also change a response you already enjoy.
For a first paddle, start with comfort: manageable weight, enough handle space and a grip you can hold without squeezing. For a replacement, make your goal specific. “I want a calmer response on resets” is more useful than “I want a better paddle.”
For a more cushioned feel: RPM V2 Ella Oh 16mm
The RPM Friction Pro V2 Ella Oh 16mm is worth exploring if you prefer more cushioning and stability than its 14mm counterpart. Both versions keep the elongated shape and a 5.5-inch handle, making it easier to compare feel without changing your reach.
The trade-off is a slightly higher average weight and swing weight. If fast exchanges are your priority, compare both versions rather than choosing by thickness alone.
For a livelier response: RPM V2 Ella Oh 14mm
The 14mm version brings a faster rebound and a livelier attacking response. It is a useful comparison for players who like to take the initiative in quick exchanges.
That liveliness still needs to suit your soft game. When you try it, spend time on drops and resets as well as drives. A paddle should feel useful across a rally, not only on your hardest shot.
Choosing within Selkirk: Boomstik or OMNI?
Boomstik puts power at the centre of its design; OMNI takes a more balanced all-court direction. If those are your two finalists, decide which response you want before choosing a colour.
Neither family is an automatic recommendation for every player: shape, handle fit and your comfort with the response still matter.
Make a shortlist of two
Pick two paddles that address the same need. Compare their shape, thickness, weight and handle length. Then write down the one meaningful difference that makes you lean towards each.
If you can demo them, use the same ball and repeat the same shots: dinks, drops, resets, counters and drives. Notice which response you can reproduce comfortably. A few spectacular shots can be exciting; dependable contact is more useful when the score gets close.
Buying a paddle in the UAE
Consider the whole purchase: the exact model and variant, delivery information, warranty terms and who you can contact after ordering. Clear answers make comparing two offers much easier.
At Picky, explore the paddle range and tell us what you currently play with, what you like about it and what you want to change. We can start the conversation with your game rather than a list of specifications.
A useful comparison at a glance.
| Detail | RPM V2 14mm | RPM V2 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Response | Livelier rebound | More cushioning |
| Average weight | 7.8oz | 7.9oz |
| Handle | 5.5 inches | 5.5 inches |
Your questions, answered.
Is this a ranking based on Picky testing?
No. This guide helps you compare choices using product information. It does not present a laboratory ranking or claim that Picky has tested every paddle.
Does a higher price mean a better paddle for me?
Not necessarily. A more expensive paddle can still have a response or grip that does not suit you. Start with fit and your playing priorities.
Should I choose 14mm or 16mm?
Compare two versions of the same model. Thickness alone does not determine power, control or who should use a paddle.