The Friday Aura Pro Widebody is the most maneuverable Aura Pro: swing weight ~107, twist ~6.8, still 60.6+ MPH serves and 2,290 RPM spin in our testing. Best Pro shape if you want power without elongated mishit penalty. $159 with PRH.
The Verdict
Fastest swing weight in the Aura Pro line.
My brother kept stealing it for kitchen battles — quickest Pro shape. After thorough on-court evaluation, the Friday Aura Pro Widebody is a strong fit for doubles players who want pro-level pop and spin with the quickest hands in friday's pro trio — see category scores below for power, control, spin, and feel.
If you're comparing it against other foam-core paddles, it's one of several great foam core paddles we've played this year.
Specs
| Price (with code) | $159 with code PRH |
| Stock Price | $169 |
| Shape | Widebody |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Core | Dual-density foam (EPP + EVA) + ElasTECH |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Weight | ~7.86 oz |
| Grip Length | 5.4" / 4.125" |
| Swing Weight | ~107 |
Performance Scores
On-Court Feel
Wide face and the lowest swing weight in the Pro trio make this the easiest Pro to wield at the kitchen. Blocks felt stable without lead tape, and speed-ups still had enough pop to finish points when we were on balance.
Pro stiffness shows up on soft resets — you will work a little harder than on the standard Aura widebody, but the trade is real pop and spin when you swing through the ball.
This is the shape we recommend most often for doubles players stepping from the $119 Aura line into Pro: you keep hand speed, gain twist weight versus Pro elongated, and still land in the 60+ MPH serve class.
Performance & Testing
The Friday Aura Pro Widebody went through our standard on-court protocol - drills, rec play, and at least one tournament match. Scores reflect consensus feedback, not a single reviewer's opinion.
Grit & Durability
Peel-ply raw carbon — strong initial bite, standard fade versus long-life grit faces. Expect the same texture curve as other Aura Pro SKUs.
Who It's For
Doubles-first aggressive players who want Pro firepower without SW 115+ elongated feel.
Skip if you need maximum reach for singles or baseline — Pro elongated is the better platform.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest SW in Aura Pro lineup
- Strong TW for Pro family
- Still 60+ MPH serve class
- USAP
- $159 with PRH
Cons
- Stiffer than Aura widebody on soft resets
- Peel-ply grit life
- Less reach than elongated
- Less peak power than some elongated foams
- Pro price vs $119 Aura widebody
Bottom Line
Our top Friday pick — Pro pop with the easiest hand speed in the line, priced to move with PRH.
If you want Pro spin without SW 115+ feel, start here.
Code PRH at checkout for $159; compare shapes in our Aura vs Aura Pro guide.
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Common questions
What is the promo code for the Friday Aura Pro Widebody?
Our code is PRH (Save $10). Paste it at checkout on fridaypickle.com after you open the shop link from this review or our deals page.
How much does the Friday Aura Pro Widebody cost with PRH?
List price is $169; with PRH you pay $159. Prices can change on the brand site — we update reviews when we catch a shift.
Is the Friday Aura Pro Widebody tournament legal?
Our notes from testing: USAP. If you play sanctioned events, double-check the current list on USA Pickleball or your tour before you buy.
Who is the Friday Aura Pro Widebody for?
Doubles players who want Pro-level pop and spin with the quickest hands in Friday's Pro trio
How much spin does the Friday Aura Pro Widebody generate?
In our testing and measurement passes, this shape lands around 2290 RPM; your swing and ball matter too.