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Intermediate pickleball paddles are terrific options for players who are looking for something in between a beginner paddle and a professional paddle. How do you pick a pickleball paddle for an intermediate player?  Majortiy of pickleball paddles will fall into both just and intermediate, even though these paddles are considered intermediate. These are some of the best pickleball paddles available for your local pickup games, yet still perform at a highest level in pickleball. 

What to Look for in an Intermediate Pickleball Paddle:

✅ Optimized Power & Control: Strike the perfect balance between finesse and force.
✅ Advanced Materials: Graphite, carbon fiber, and composite surfaces for improved responsiveness.
✅ Comfortable, Performance-Driven Grip: Reduces fatigue for longer, more competitive play.
✅ Balanced Weight Distribution: Enhances maneuverability without sacrificing stability.

Designed for serious recreational players and competitive athletes alike, our collection of intermediate pickleball paddles will help you dominate the court with confidence.

Upgrade your paddle today and take your game to the next level. Shop for your intermediate paddle today with free, fast shipping on every order at JustPaddles! 

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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with gold trim, ADIPOWER PRO-EDT 16 C text, and Adidas logo.
adidas ADIPOWER PRO-EDT CTRL 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $189
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with gold trim, ADIPOWER PRO-EDT 16 C text, and Adidas logo.

adidas ADIPOWER PRO-EDT CTRL 16 Carbon Fiber

Current price: $189

  • Exit Velocity 41 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7305
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1374.91 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7889
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.99 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0551
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 885.43 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5811
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 32.35 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9285
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.40 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5714
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with reddish-orange geometric design, 16MM text, and an Adidas logo.
adidas RX Carbon CTRL Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $79.99 Price was: $149.00 Used from $54.95 Sale
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with reddish-orange geometric design, 16MM text, and an Adidas logo.

adidas RX Carbon CTRL Carbon Fiber

Price was: $149.00  Current price: $79.99

  • Exit Velocity 35.95 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0324
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 775.99 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1461
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.99 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5649
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 841.64 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2045
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 31.25 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8766
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.39 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5487
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with white trim, purple Paddletek Bantam TKO-C text, and a black textured grip.
Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 12.7mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
  3 Colors
$199.99 Price was: $249.99 Made in USA
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with white trim, purple Paddletek Bantam TKO-C text, and a black textured grip.

Paddletek Bantam TKO-C 12.7mm Carbon Fiber

Price was: $249.99  Current price: $199.99

  • Exit Velocity 37.82 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1623
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1219.71 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6396
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.83 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0876
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 911.32 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8181
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 30.99 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8344
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.50 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7467
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of an orange and red gradient pickleball paddle with PADDLETEK Phoenix Genesis branding and a black grip.
Paddletek Phoenix Genesis Hybrid Pickleball Paddle $79.99 Price was: $89.99 Used from $69.95
Front view of a blue and green gradient pickleball paddle with PADDLETEK and PHOENIX GENESIS text, and a black grip.
Paddletek Phoenix Genesis Leigh Waters Hybrid Pickleball Paddle Used from $79.95 Made in USA
Front view of an orange and blue pickleball paddle with a wavy pattern, HEAD and RADICAL logos, and black grip.
HEAD Radical Elite Middleweight Composite Pickleball Paddle $59.95 Price was: $69.95 Sale
Front view of a black Franklin pickleball paddle with FS TOUR Dynasty 12 text, a gold feather, and a white grip.
Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $99.99 Price was: $149.99 Sale
Front view of a black Franklin pickleball paddle with FS TOUR Dynasty 12 text, a gold feather, and a white grip.

Franklin FS Tour Dynasty 12mm Carbon Fiber

Price was: $149.99  Current price: $99.99

  • Exit Velocity 38.48 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2857
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 973.17 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3538
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.63 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.185
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 854.39 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2922
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 26.40 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2045
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.65 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9253
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a dark gray pickleball paddle with a large light green HEAD logo and GRAVITY LTD text.
HEAD Gravity LTD Hybrid Pickleball Paddle $89.95 Price was: $149.95 Sale
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with a neon green edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA KOSMOS V branding.
JOOLA Tyson McGuffin Kosmos Pro V 14mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $299.95
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with a neon green edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA KOSMOS V branding.

JOOLA Tyson McGuffin Kosmos Pro V 14mm Carbon Fiber

Current price: $299.95

  • Exit Velocity 40.52 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6136
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1001.41 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3863
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.41 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2792
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 899.25 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7142
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 30.45 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7922
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.40 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5779
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with red trim, GAMMA. and KNOCKOUT text, and a black grip.
GAMMA Knockout 16 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $249.99
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with red trim, GAMMA. and KNOCKOUT text, and a black grip.

GAMMA Knockout 16 Carbon Fiber

Current price: $249.99

  • Exit Velocity 40.52 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6176
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1397.50 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8039
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.15 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9803
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 942.66 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.964
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 28.36 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4771
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.62 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8986
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PADDLE.TEK Reserve branding, a red circular logo, and a textured grip.
Paddletek Reserve Honeyfoamâ„¢ 16mm 001 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $249.99
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PADDLE.TEK Reserve branding, a red circular logo, and a textured grip.

Paddletek Reserve Honeyfoamâ„¢ 16mm 001 Carbon Fiber

Current price: $249.99

  • Exit Velocity 42.84 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9639
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1339.11 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7606
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.96 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 881.02 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5278
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 27.26 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3377
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.25 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3639
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PADDLE TEK Reserve text, a red circular logo, and a black grip.
Paddletek Reserve Honeyfoam 14mm 001 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $249.99
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PADDLE TEK Reserve text, a red circular logo, and a black grip.

Paddletek Reserve Honeyfoam 14mm 001 Carbon Fiber

Current price: $249.99

  • Exit Velocity 41.59 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8196
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1402.64 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8163
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.20 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4229
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 874.09 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4622
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 25.80 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1049
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.12 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1836
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with blue Mizuno branding and carbon fiber texture.
Mizuno Acrospeed LX Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $254.95 New Release
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with blue Mizuno branding and carbon fiber texture.

Mizuno Acrospeed LX Carbon Fiber

Current price: $254.95

  • Exit Velocity 39.47 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4262
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1568.41 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9704
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.72 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7606
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 866.43 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.377
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 25.32 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0786
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.26 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.377
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black Metalbone padel racket with a perforated, textured face, white Adidas logo, and white grip.
adidas Metalbone 3.4 Padel Racket $283 Price was: $435.00 Sale
Front view of a black padel racket with a white adidas logo, checkered pattern, and CROSS IT CTRL text.
adidas Cross It CTRL 3.4 Padel Racket $269.99 Price was: $385.00 Sale
Front view of a black adidas Metalbone HRD+ padel racket with a textured surface, three-stripe logo, and white grip.
adidas Metalbone Hrd+ 3.4 Padel Racket $283 Price was: $435.00 Sale
Front view of a white NOX AT10 Genius padel racket featuring a large gray X logo on the hitting surface and a textured red and white grip with a white wrist strap.
Nox AT10 Luxury Genius Attack 12K Alum XTREM 2026 by Agustín Tapia Padel Racket $420
Front view of the black Nox AT10 Genius 18K Alum padel racket featuring a large silver checkered X logo, gold accents, and a red and black textured grip with a gold strap.
Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 18K Alum 2026 by Agustín Tapia Padel Racket $455
Front view of a red Nox padel racket featuring a large grey X logo, "EA10 VENTUS XTREME" text, and a red patterned grip with a matching wrist strap.
Nox EA10 Ventus Hybrid 12K XTREM by Edu Alonso Padel Racket $400
Front view of a white padel racket with a textured grey 'X' logo, gold 'NOX AT10 GENIUS XTREME' text, and a red and white patterned grip with a white wrist strap.
Nox AT10 Luxury Genius 12K Alum XTREM by Agustín Tapia Padel Racket $455
Front view of a dark gray and white pickleball paddle with a carbon fiber texture, white diagonal lines, and SIGNATURE SERIES text.
ProXR Signature 13mm Kevlar Pickleball Paddle $99.99 Price was: $149.99 Only at
Front view of a dark gray and white pickleball paddle with a carbon fiber texture, white diagonal lines, and SIGNATURE SERIES text.

ProXR Signature 13mm Kevlar

Price was: $149.99  Current price: $99.99

  • Exit Velocity 38.24 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2467
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1108.94 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5389
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.39 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9318
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 904.44 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7694
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 24.42 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0357
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.31 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4383
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with gold adidas logo, ADIPOWER PRO-EDT 14 text, and a perforated grip.
adidas ADIPOWER PRO-EDT ATTK 14 Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $189
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with gold adidas logo, ADIPOWER PRO-EDT 14 text, and a perforated grip.

adidas ADIPOWER PRO-EDT ATTK 14 Carbon Fiber

Current price: $189

  • Exit Velocity 41.82 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8534
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1390.35 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7947
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.29 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.355
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 956.91 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9804
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 30.04 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7361
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.75 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9706
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with an orange edge, white geometric design, and adidas logo.
adidas RX Team CTRL Composite Pickleball Paddle $69.99 Price was: $99.00 Used from $49.95 Sale
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with an orange edge, white geometric design, and adidas logo.

adidas RX Team CTRL Composite

Price was: $99.00  Current price: $69.99

  • Exit Velocity 37.98 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1726
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 832 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1921
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 3.32 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3289
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 817.65 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1009
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 29.50 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6482
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.23 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3192
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black and orange pickleball paddle with "TIER 1 PICKLEBALL" and "RECRUIT 16MM" visible.
Tier 1 Recruit Widebody Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
  4 Colors
$129 New Release
Front view of a black and orange pickleball paddle with "TIER 1 PICKLEBALL" and "RECRUIT 16MM" visible.

Tier 1 Recruit Widebody Carbon Fiber

Current price: $129

  • Exit Velocity 40.59 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6416
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1601.65 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9967
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 4.32 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.0162
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 842.16 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.2052
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 32.53 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9283
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.08 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.1433
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with white edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA Perseus branding.
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV 14mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $249.95 Price was: $279.95 Great feel and control without sacrificing any power. Ball jumps off the face. Great for blocks, resets, and counters. Super Gritty Face! Sale
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with white edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA Perseus branding.

JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV 14mm Carbon Fiber

Price was: $279.95  Current price: $249.95

  • Exit Velocity 41.03 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7124
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 987.69 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3235
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.89 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6437
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 874.89 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5098
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 27.38 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.3529
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.46 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.683
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with JustPaddles. printed on the face and a textured black grip.
JustPaddles Trainer Pickleball Paddle $49.99 I use this every time I play pickleball. Can't stop playing with it. It's made a huge difference in my game. 10/10. Would recommend. Only at
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with a red edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA PERSEUS V branding.
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 16mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $299.95 Perseus delivers again! The Pro V has been my gamer since they first hit the market, and now with the Pro V, I have the best control game ever. Game Changer!
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with a red edge guard, white grip, and JOOLA PERSEUS V branding.

JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus Pro V 16mm Carbon Fiber

Current price: $299.95

  • Exit Velocity 40.50 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.5844
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1238.35 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6331
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.68 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7987
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 918.59 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.8701
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 28.49 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.4902
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.51 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.7922
    Handle Avg Head
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Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PRO ULTIMATE and GEARBOX text, a large subtle logo, and a black textured grip.
Gearbox Pro Ultimate Hyper Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle $274.99 The dampened sound, slight reduction in power compared to the Pro Power, and added control from the 16mm frame make this paddle absolutely unstoppable.
Front view of a black pickleball paddle with PRO ULTIMATE and GEARBOX text, a large subtle logo, and a black textured grip.

Gearbox Pro Ultimate Hyper Carbon Fiber

Current price: $274.99

  • Exit Velocity 41.28 MPH
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.754
    Control Avg Power
  • Spin Rate 1214.62 RPM
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6098
    Low Avg High
  • Consistency 2.86 SD
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.659
    Variable Avg Consistent
  • Swing Weight 886.37 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6196
    Lighter Avg Heavier
  • Twist Weight 29.33 oz/sq in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.6065
    Maneuverable Avg More Stable
  • Balance Point 9.72 in
    Marker indicates a percentile of 0.9573
    Handle Avg Head
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