Slapp Life SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) vs SHO 16mm (Control/Touch)
The SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) and the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch) differ on 2 published specs and match on 7. Every figure below is the maker's published spec, checked 2026-10-09. Pickleland doesn't lab-test paddles, so this is a spec comparison, not a play test.
| Paddle |  Slapp Life SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) |  Slapp Life SHO 16mm (Control/Touch) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.8–8.1 oz | 7.8–8.1 oz |
| Core thickness | 14 mm | 16 mm |
| Length | 16.75" | 16.75" |
| Width | 7.25" | 7.25" |
| Handle length | 5.65" | 5.65" |
| Grip circumference | 4.25" | 4.25" |
| Face | 12K Raw Carbon Fiber Surface | 18K Raw Carbon Fiber Surface |
| Core | Polypropylene Honeycomb Core | Polypropylene Honeycomb Core |
| Construction | Thermoform Edge | Thermoform Edge |
| Approval | USAPA Approved | USAPA Approved |
| Price at Pickleland | $139 | $139 |
What is different
- Core thickness: the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) is 2 mm thinner (14 mm against 16 mm).
- Face: the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) is listed with 12K Raw Carbon Fiber Surface, the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch) with 18K Raw Carbon Fiber Surface.
What is the same: weight (7.8–8.1 oz), length (16.75"), width (7.25"), handle length (5.65"), grip circumference (4.25"), core material (Polypropylene Honeycomb Core), price at Pickleland ($139).
Pick the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) if
- You want more pop: thinner cores usually feel livelier.
Pick the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch) if
- You want a softer, more controlled feel: thicker cores usually absorb more pace.
The "pick it if" lines apply the usual rule for each spec to these two paddles' published numbers. The surest test is to demo them on a court.
Quick answers
What is the difference between the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) and the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch)?
The SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) and the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch) differ on 2 published specs and match on 7. Core thickness: the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) is 2 mm thinner (14 mm against 16 mm). The full side-by-side table on this page is built from the maker's published specs.
Can I try both before buying?
Yes for the SHO 14mm (Power/Precision) and the SHO 16mm (Control/Touch): both are in the demo rack at Pickleland in Pflugerville, Texas. A demo rental is $8.