RPM Pickleball Paddles in Hong Kong (2026): Which Model Should You Buy?

RPM has become one of the most talked-about paddle brands in 2026. The lineup is no longer one “hero” paddle — it is a set of distinct families built for different games.

If you are shopping in Hong Kong, the short version is this:

• Friction Pro — control and touch
• Friction Pro V2 — best all-around
• Q2 — effortless power
• Jade — newest full-foam paddle, built for lasting spin (pre-order)

You can view the current RPM range at SmashPoint and collect from our Wong Chuk Hang store at 212HK.

RPM Friction Pro — Best for Control and Touch

The original Friction Pro is the softest, most control-first paddle in the family. Dinks, drops, resets and defensive blocks feel easier to manage because the face gives you more dwell time.

The 16mm version is the one most players should start with if they live in the transition zone and want predictable pace at the kitchen. There is still enough pop to attack. It just does not jump on you.

Shapes: Elongated and Widebody
Best for: Control players, doubles specialists, anyone who wants a softer, quieter response

RPM Friction Pro V2 — Best All-Around Paddle

The V2 is the update most SmashPoint customers should look at first.

It keeps the Friction Pro identity — spin, a generous sweet spot, usable touch — then adds power and pop through RPM’s Axial Carbon Layup and an enhanced EVA foam ring. The feel is a little firmer and more aggressive than the original, without becoming a raw power paddle.

That middle ground is why we call the V2 the best all-around RPM in the shop. It works for all-court doubles, mixed play, and players moving from a control paddle who still want more put-away speed.

At SmashPoint we stock the V2 in elongated and hybrid flat-top options, in 14mm and 16mm.

Shop: RPM Friction Pro V2 — from HK$1,990

Best for: All-court players who want power, spin, control and forgiveness in one paddle

RPM Q2 — Best for Power

The Q2 is RPM’s first full-foam paddle in the Q Series, developed with engineer and reviewer John Kew.

The construction is firmer and more connected through the face. Off-centre hits stay stable, and drives, counters and overheads come off with less effort. If your game is built on pace — or you play a lot of singles — this is the RPM that matches that style.

Soft-game players should know the trade-off: resets and dinks take more discipline than they do on the Friction Pro. The 16mm Q2 is the safer starting point. The 14mm is very lively.

Shapes: Elongated, Widebody, plus hybrid options
Shop: RPM Q2 16mm Elongated / Widebody — HK$1,991

Best for: Aggressive players who want easy power and a stable full-foam feel

RPM Jade — Newest Arrival (Pre-Order)

Jade is RPM’s latest full-foam paddle. It is built around durable grit and a floating MPP core, with a lighter swing weight than many elongated power paddles.

Think of it as the next step after Q2 if you want foam power and spin that is designed to last. Shipping from RPM starts in the first week of October 2026. SmashPoint is taking pre-orders so Hong Kong players can get it without waiting on overseas shipping.

Best for: Players who want a modern power paddle with long-lasting spin
Availability: Pre-order at SmashPoint — arriving first week of October

Pre-order: RPM Jade 16mm Elongated— HK$1,991

Which RPM Paddle Should You Choose?

Shape and thickness still matter after you pick a family:

• 16mm — more stability and a larger sweet spot
• 14mm — more pop and hand speed; less forgiving on touch shots
• Elongated — reach, serves and singles
• Widebody / hybrid — more face, easier blocks, faster hands at the kitchen

Buy RPM Paddles in Hong Kong

SmashPoint by 212HK carries RPM in store and online. You can order for local delivery, or collect free from our Wong Chuk Hang shop after your ready-for-collection email.

SmashPoint @ 212HK
15/F, S22, 22 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang
Shop RPM paddles

Not sure between V2 and Q2? Come in, tell us how you play, and we will narrow it down on the spot.

FAQ

Is the Friction Pro V2 better than the original Friction Pro?

For most players, yes. The V2 keeps the control identity and adds usable power. Choose the original only if you specifically want the softer, more muted feel.

Q2 or V2 for doubles in Hong Kong?

Start with the V2 16mm if you play a lot of kitchen doubles. Choose the Q2 16mm if you already drive through the ball and want more free pace.

Can I pick up my RPM paddle at 212HK?

Yes. Collection from SmashPoint at 212HK is free, with no minimum spend.