Whenever I go for overheads or put-aways, this paddle delivers. The propulsion core really helps return energy — the 16mm especially gives me confidence that I’m not leaving out power. Only drawback is I sometimes overhit on shorter swings until I adjust.

I love how the carbon friction surface grabs the ball — topspin and slice feel very dialed in. My serves now curve better and passing shots have more bite. I do notice though that soft touch / dinks require a bit of practice to control since the paddle tends to “snap” more on aggressive shots.

Since it’s UPA-A and USAP certified, this paddle lets me stay legal for most tournaments. I like using it in competitive play because the balance of pop, spin, and stability gives me options. Dead spots are minimal and the sweet spot is “good enough” even off center.

First few sessions I struggled with overshooting or mis-aiming, especially from the kitchen line. But once I adapted my swing and relaxed on aggressive shots, the paddle rewarded me — power and control opened up. The break-in period wasn’t huge but noticeable.

If your style is attack from baseline, speed-ups, drives and you want a paddle that amplifies those, the Perseus Pro IV delivers. It demands a confident swing, though. It’s less ideal if you’re more defense or finesse based, but if you love being on offense, this paddle is a real weapon.

Miss a little on the edge? It still performs reasonably well thanks to the foam-edge and improved sweet spot design. Not perfect, but much better than past versions I’ve used. Helps me avoid unforced errors in fast exchanges.

Looks wise, this paddle is sleek — carbon fiber surface, good design, modern feel. Functionally, the tech-features like “TechFlex Power” show up in performance: weight distribution feels better, less fatigue after long rallies. Definitely a paddle that matches the price tag.