Luzz Cannon XPP vs Inferno 2: Which Luzz Power Paddle? (2026)
Last updated: October 12, 2026
The Cannon XPP is $51 less, USAP approved, and has a silicon carbide grit face.
The Luzz Cannon XPP M1 is $179, or $152.15 with code PRH, against $239 or $203.15 for the Inferno 2 M1.
That is $51 less for a paddle in the same heavy class, swing weight about 123 against 121.5. The Cannon XPP is USA Pickleball approved and has a green silicon carbide grit face. The Inferno 2 scores 8.55 against 8.4 and is the UPA-A paddle.
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.
- more spin (9.3 vs 8.6)
- to spend $51 less ($152.15 with PRH)
- more pop (8.8 vs 8.5)
- more control (7.8 vs 7.5)
- more pop (8.8 vs 8.5)
- more control (7.8 vs 7.5)
- more spin (9.3 vs 8.6)
- to spend $51 less
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Shop Cannon XPP M1 16mm or Inferno 2 M1 16mm with the live code
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Side by side
- Price with code: Cannon XPP $179, or $152.15 with PRH. Inferno 2 $239, or $203.15 with PRH. Same code, same 15% off.
- Approval: Cannon XPP is USA Pickleball approved, UPA-A in progress. Inferno 2 is UPA-A approved. If you play USAP events, that settles it.
- Face: Cannon XPP has green silicon carbide grit, spin durability Tier 1, at 2,400 RPM. Inferno 2 is carbon fiber.
- Core: Cannon XPP uses XPOP modified foam. Inferno 2 uses dual-density MPP and TPE foam.
- Swing weight: Cannon XPP about 123, Inferno 2 about 121.5. Twist weight about 6.3 against 6.25. Both are slow in hands battles.
Which one to buy
Take the Cannon XPP if you want USAP approval, a grit face, or the lower price. It does not play quicker than the Inferno 2.
Take the Inferno 2 if you play UPA-A events and want the higher score. If either feels like too much weight, the Glider 2026 is $101.15 with PRH.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cannon XPP or Inferno 2?
The Cannon XPP if you need USA Pickleball approval or want to keep $51: $152.15 with PRH against $203.15. The Inferno 2 if you play UPA-A and want the 8.55 score.
What is the Luzz promo code?
PRH, 15% off at luzzpickleball.com/PRH. It works on both paddles. Paste it and confirm the discount line.
Is the Inferno 2 USAP approved?
It is UPA-A approved. The Cannon XPP is the USA Pickleball approved one of the two. Its UPA-A certification is still in progress.
Related guides
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