JOOLA Magnus Pro IV 16mm vs JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm
The JOOLA Magnus Pro IV 16mm and JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm differ most on forgiveness and shape. Both are scored by the same formula from published specs, so the comparison is like for like — but neither has been physically measured by us.
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| Spec |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP)Manufacturer Spec | $279.95 | $279.95 |
| PowerDerived | 61 | 63▲ |
| ControlDerived | 55 | 61▲ |
| SpinDerived | 93▲ | 92 |
| ForgivenessDerived | 35 | 45▲ |
| Swing weight indexDerived | 56 | 57 |
| Core thicknessManufacturer Spec | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Face materialManufacturer Spec | Raw carbon | Raw carbon |
| Core materialManufacturer Spec | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene honeycomb |
| ShapeManufacturer Spec | Elongated | Hybrid |
| LengthManufacturer Spec | 16.5" | 16.5" |
| WidthManufacturer Spec | 7.4" | 7.5"▲ |
| Handle lengthManufacturer Spec | 5.25" | 5.5"▲ |
| Static weightManufacturer Spec | 8.26 oz | 8 oz |
| Balance pointDerived | 21.5 cm | 22.1 cm |
| ThermoformedManufacturer Spec | No | Yes |
| USAP approvedManufacturer Spec | Yes | Yes |
| ReleasedManufacturer Spec | 2025 | 2024 |
Analysis
Where they actually differ
Only differences big enough to matter are listed. Anything inside the margin of an estimate is left out.
- Forgiveness
- JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm scores 45 against 35 — 10 points of a larger usable sweet spot.
- Shape
- Elongated against Hybrid. That changes reach, sweet-spot size and how quickly the head comes round.
- Construction
- JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm is thermoformed with a stiffer perimeter; the other uses conventional construction with a softer feel.
- Handle
- JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm has the longer handle at 5.5" — the deciding factor if you hit a two-handed backhand.
Choose the
JOOLA Magnus Pro IV 16mm
- You prefer the brand or the feel
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Choose the
JOOLA Perseus Pro IV 16mm
- You want forgiveness (45/100)
- You hit a two-handed backhand
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