Foam-core paddles have been the talk of the pickleball world for the past couple of seasons, but the price tags have kept most of us watching from the sidelines. The Enhance Turbo EPP changes that. It packs a genuine floating foam core and a raw T700 carbon-fibre face into a paddle that lands well under $200, delivering the kind of put-away power and forgiveness you'd normally pay double for.
We've leaned on the video review below to break down exactly how it plays on court, then matched it up against the specs so you can pick the right shape for your game.
Watch the review
What is the Enhance Turbo EPP?
The Turbo EPP is built around a full floating foam core — an EPP foam centre wrapped in an EVA perimeter ring — bonded to a thermoformed CFC layup with a raw T700 carbon-fibre hitting surface. In plain English: the foam stores and snaps back energy for serious pop, while the perimeter ring widens the sweet spot and quietens the paddle for soft hands at the kitchen.
It's the same construction philosophy you'll find in paddles priced north of $300, which is exactly why this one has caught so much attention. At $180 AUD, it's one of the easiest ways for club players to add power without remortgaging the kit bag.
How it plays
- Power: The carbon face snaps back fast off the foam core — drives, serves and counters leave with real heat. This sits firmly in the power category.
- Control & feel: The EPP centre is denser and more muted at contact than a typical foam core, so it's easy to pick up and dial in. Resets and dinks land soft and predictable.
- Spin: The raw T700 carbon grit bites the ball for plenty of dwell and spin, helping you shape drives and roll volleys with confidence.
- Forgiveness: Internal perimeter weighting boosts twist resistance and stability, so off-centre hits don't fall apart on you.
Three shapes — pick your game
- Elongated — extra reach and the highest swing weight for two-handed backhands and baseline power.
- Widebody — the biggest, most stable sweet spot and the highest twist weight for control and forgiveness. The most beginner-friendly of the three.
- Hybrid (long handle) — a balanced all-court feel with a longer handle for two-handed players.
Specs at a glance
| Spec | Elongated | Widebody | Hybrid LH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core thickness | 16mm | 16mm | 16mm |
| Core material | EPP foam centre with EVA perimeter ring (floating core) | ||
| Face material | Thermoformed CFC layup, raw T700 carbon fibre | ||
| Average weight | 7.8–8.0oz (221–227g) | 7.8–8.0oz (221–227g) | 7.8–8.0oz (221–227g) |
| Swing weight | 116–120 | 108–112 | 110–114 |
| Twist weight | 6.25+ | 7.0+ | 6.6+ |
| Paddle length | 16.5" | 16" | 16.25" |
| Handle length | 5.7" | 5.3" | 5.9" |
| Grip circumference | 4.1" | 4.1" | 4.1" |
The verdict
If you've been curious about foam-core power but couldn't justify a $300+ outlay, the Enhance Turbo EPP is the paddle that finally makes it make sense. Big power, a forgiving sweet spot, soft hands at the kitchen and a price that won't sting — it's one of the best value buys in pickleball right now.
Shop the Enhance Turbo EPP at Pickld → Available now in Elongated, Widebody and Hybrid LH shapes for $180 AUD.