Honolulu Crystal Blue J2 vs J6 vs J3 vs M105: Which to Buy (2026)
Last updated: October 2026
All $175.50 with PRH. The shape is the decision.
Buy the Honolulu J2CR Crystal Blue unless you want more reach or a square face.
It scores 9.5 and has the most forgiving face of the three. Take the J6CR Crystal Blue for reach and power, or the J3CR Crystal Blue if you block and counter at the kitchen. All three are $195, or $175.50 with code PRH, and all three are Tier 1 in independent lab spin durability testing. The new J6CR M 105 is the same price, with its full review coming.
How we tested
Every paddle we cover goes through the same on-court protocol - individual play, head-to-head comparisons, and tournament use before anything gets written down. Every paddle below has a full review on the site; click through to see scores, specs, and the deal we found for each.
The rankings
Each category below links to the full review for that paddle.
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Price and code
Every Crystal Blue model is $195, or $175.50 with PRH (10% off). Open Honolulu with our shop button, add the paddle and paste PRH at checkout.
The Crystal Blue surface is the reason to pay for these. The J2, J3 and J6 Crystal Blue all land in Tier 1 in independent lab testing, which means under 5% spin loss after a standard run of high-speed impacts.
Which shape
- J2CR Crystal Blue (hybrid): score 9.5, twist weight 7.0, forgiveness 9.5. Doubles, resets and the one paddle to own if you only buy one.
- J6CR Crystal Blue (elongated): score 9.2, power 9.4. Reach for serves and overheads. Less forgiving than the J2 or J3, so block prep matters.
- J3CR Crystal Blue (square): score 9.2, forgiveness 9.4. The wide square face squares up fast volleys, and the 6 inch grip suits two-handed backhands.
- J6CR M 105: MPP foam with the Crystal Blue surface on the J6 outline. Its order page has the specs. If you need a reviewed elongated Crystal Blue today, buy the J6CR.
Approval
The Crystal Blue models are UPA-A approved. USAP approval is not listed yet, so check your event before you order. The code does not change that.
Frequently Asked Questions
J2 or J6 Crystal Blue?
The J2 for most players, the J6 if you want reach. Both are $175.50 with PRH.
Should I wait for the M105?
Only if you specifically want MPP foam on the J6 shape. The J6CR Crystal Blue is the reviewed elongated at the same price.
What is the Honolulu promo code?
PRH takes 10% off. $195 becomes $175.50. Paste it at checkout.
Related guides
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