Sportout Ping Pong Paddle,Professional Table Tennis Paddles with Case, Table Tennis Racket for Advanced Training and Tournament

Needed a new paddle since my last few were pretty worn down. Saw this on Amazon and was skeptical about its quality due to its price tag. However, when I got it in the mail I was pleasantly surprised by its presentation, shape and quality of materials. The paddle is a good weight, not too light but not too heavy, making for long powerful strokes and decent control for spin shots. The padding is akin to those Stiga paddles, as it definitely looked similar and felt similar to them as well. It also seems to be pretty durable and should last for a while. I would definitely recommend due to its incredibly affordable price point, quality and overall feel. This is an excellent paddle for beginners and mid level players. While it definitely could be comparable to a Pro paddle, I wouldn't know . . . but its perfect for those who enjoy it as a recreational activity with friends and wannabe pro's.

Given the mid-range price of this paddle, I did not expect anything way above the average good product. I was really surprised both by the level of control I now have over the ball and by the quality of the paddle. It does feel a little different but one gets used to the better ball response within minutes of play. I love especially the fact that now I have better control over ball spinning without increased effort during playing. Some people mention that this paddle is a little heavier. It probably is but it is not very noticeable, and again one gets used to that within minutes. I have this paddle only for a couple of weeks so far and played only up to an hour a day but I di not notice any degradation of the paddle layers that can notice in paddles of similar price. I expect it to last for a long time. I have been playing ping pong for many years but only occasionally as a hobbyist and only recently decided to buy my won table for family room. These paddles made a very good and high-quality addition to my purchase without breaking the bank. I will definitely buy more when needed and recommend them to others.

**EDITED REVIEW 6/19/19** 4 STARSI have used this paddle for about two months now and although the rubber and sponge is good, I find myself not using this paddle as much due to its weight (198 grams). My wrist hurts after playing with this for awhile so I use my Idoraz paddle (184 grams) and now my brand new custom made Yasaka Sweden Extra Custom Paddle (173 grams). Also, the horrid fish smell for the first month has been a contributing factor to dropping a star. It’s still a good paddle for the price but I am a weakling and have small hands.-ORIGINAL REVIEW 4/2/19- 5 STARSLooking for a decent paddle but don’t have the funds for those expensive Stiga and Butterfly brands? Look no further! This is my second paddle that I have purchased and overall, the build quality is great. It is a little bit heavier than my other paddle (Idoraz, $40; one of top rated ones also bought on Amazon) but the rubber on it is really nice. The power, spin, and speed on this is great, even compared to other paddles I have used such as the Stiga Evolution or Stiga Pro Carbon. This is a great paddle for beginners and intermediate players alike and only time will tell how long it will hold up.

a big step up from the sportcraft paddles. THis is a rebrand of the loki 4 star paddle. I play this side by side with a killer spin jet 400, and I do not believe the rubbers are any different. The blade and handle on this are superior. The carbon fiber layers really improve the sweet spot on this bat. It is heavy though. Ample Power, plenty of control, and enough spin to do anything crazy.

Very good paddle for a very good price. Grip on handle is very nice. Very tacky sides. Spongey, but firm. Only issue I have is that it’s a slight heavier than others I've played with, so it takes a bit to get used to. It plays very well! I’ve played a lot of games with it, and it has held up really well. Great control and spin. Would very much recommend if you're looking for something a little heavier.

I was playing with some cheap paddles before. I bought them for around $10 and they were good for learning to play. But I got better and started playing against people with better paddles, and they could pull off some spin moves that I could only dream of with my cheap paddles. This paddle stepped up my game. I'd recommend this paddle to any intermediate player who doesn't want to sink $50-60 on a new paddle. At $20, this paddle is quite affordable. After a lot of use, it still holds together and performs well. I'm not sure if I'd recommend to to beginners though, since the paddle adds a lot of spring to the ball. The paddle is also heavier than any other paddle that I've used before, but once you get the hang of it (couple hours) you'll be able to use its power against your opponent. Overall a solid product.

I just got back in to table tennis after not playing for over 10 years. At first, I bought a cheap paddle from Walmart thinking it would be "good enough". It was not. I am not a high level player, but I enjoy the competition, so I needed something better that wouldn't be too expensive. This Sportout paddle has been great. I have been using it for a month now. Yes, I could get a better paddle that would be customized more to my needs if I wanted to pay a lot more, but for a quality starter paddle that has surprisingly good grip, speed, and control, this one is perfect. Even some of the players who have spent $50-100 on specialty paddles have been very impressed with it.

This is a quality paddle. The handle is sanded very well and comfortable to hold, BUT I feel like it is slightly shorter than other paddles. Good weight to it, can be an adjustment if you've been used to lighter paddles. Good spin, good power.I've compared this to my friends STIGA pro-carbon / raptor paddles and this one is heavier, but the handle (imo) is better. For the price, this is a great paddle.