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Tennis Racquet Brands
Overview of The Best & How to Pick One
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Tennis gear plays a crucial role in any player’s success, and easily the most important piece of equipment is the tennis racquet, which can enhance or detract from your performance.
Luckily, with over 20 brands on the market, tennis players have a ton of options to consider when purchasing a new racquet or upgrading their current frame. However, if you’re new to the sport, the sheer volume of choices can be overwhelming, preventing you from getting started.
In this guide, I provide an overview of all the prominent tennis brands, including the racquets they offer and the top players who use them, so you can gain a feel for what’s out there and use it as a jumping-off point to explore further. I’ll also share some thoughts on what makes a great brand, who’s the best, and how to select a brand that’s a good fit for you.
Here’s a snapshot of the biggest and best tennis racquet brands available and their top three racquet lines.
| Best Brands | Top Racquet Lines |
| Babolat | Pure Aero     |     Pure Drive     |     Pure Strike |
| Wilson | Blade     |     Pro Staff     |     Clash |
| Head | Speed     |     Gravity     |     Extreme |
| Yonex | VCOREÂ Â Â Â Â |Â Â Â Â Â VCORE PROÂ Â Â Â Â |Â Â Â Â Â EZONE |
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Top Brands at a Glance
The Big Four
Smaller Racquet Brands
What Makes a Great Brand
Who’s The Best
How to Choose a Brand
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Top Brands at a Glance
Within the tennis market, 21 racquet brands serve the community, each putting its unique spin on frame design and construction. Here’s an overview of those companies, roughly ordered by popularity.
| Babolat | Wilson | Head |
| Yonex | Tecnifibre | Dunlop |
| Prince | ProKennex | Artengo |
| Pacific | Solinco | Toalson |
| Volkl | Snauwaert | Angell |
| Borris Becker | Donnay | PowerAngle |
| Slazenger | Gamma | Lacoste |
Let’s start by looking at the most prevalent four you likely have seen on the pro tour or your local courts.
The Big Four
Of all the brands in tennis, Babolat, Wilson, Head, and Yonex are by far the most popular, with widespread global usage.
Babolat
In 1875, Pierre Babolat developed the first natural gut tennis strings, but it wasn’t until 1994 that they’d release their first racquets.
Since then, their popularity has exploded, becoming one of the best-selling brands with a loyal following across multiple racquet sports, including tennis, badminton, and, more recently, paddle.
The brand can attribute much of its growth to successful endorsement deals with talented players, including Andy Roddick in the 2000s and Rafael Nadal, one of the best tennis players ever.
What Babolat Does Best
Babolat produces some of the best spin-friendly racquets that deliver excellent spin without being overbearing.
Here’s a quick overview of the brand’s top three racquet lines.
- Babolat Pure Drive: The highest-powered of the three, the Pure Drive is an explosive spin-friendly frame that’s one of the more approachable racquets for new players.
- Babolat Pure Aero: With an emphasis on spin, the Pure Aero delivers plenty of power with some extra control.
- Babolat Pure Strike: Delivering optimal feel and control, the Pure Strike is the least powerful, highlighting precision.
| Brand | Babolat |
| Founded | 1875 |
| Country of Origin | France |
| ATP Players | Adrian Mannarino, Albert Ramos-Vinolas, Benoit Paire, Botic van de Zandschulp, Cameron Norrie, Carlos Alcaraz, Chun-Hsin Tseng, Dominc Thiem, Fabio Fognini, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Fernando Verdasco, Holger Rune, Hugo Dellien, James Duckworth, Jason Kubler, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Julien Benneteau, Maxime Cressy, Oscar Otte, Rafael Nadal, Sam Querrey, Taro Daniel |
| WTA Players | Agnieszka Radwanska, Eugenie Bouchard, Francesca Schiavone, Garbine Mururuza, Johanna Konta, Julia Goerges, Kirsten Flipkens, Li Na, Samantha Stosur, Sara Errani, Sofia Kenin |
| Racquet Series | Babolat Pure Aero, Babolat Pure Drive, Babolat Pure Strike, Babolat EVO, Babolat Boost, Babolat EVOKE |
| Technologies | Aeromodular, Areo Beam, Babolat Play, Carbon Ply Stabilizer, Cortex, Cortex, Cortex Active Technology, EVO Beam, Frame String Interaction (FSI) Spin, Graphite Tungsten Technology, NF², SWX Pure Feel, Woofer, X-Sider. |
Wilson
Founded in 1913 by Thomas Wilson, Wilson is a renowned American company rooted in the meatpacking industry. Early on, he used animal byproducts to create some of the company’s first sporting goods, including natural gut tennis strings.
Soon after, the brand started creating tennis racquets, among other sporting goods, and in the 1930s, Wilson introduced the first steel tennis racquet, ushering in a wave of racquet technology.
Wilson’s legacy has persisted, with players like Pete Sampras, Roger Federer, and the Williams sisters helping their racquet brand reach new heights and maintain a dominant market position.
What Wilson Does Best
Players looking for racquets that deliver superior control and precision for all court play will find some of the best in Wilson’s lineup.
Here’s a quick overview of the brand’s top three racquet lines.
- Wilson Blade: Emphasizing maximum control and feel, the Blade is lower-powered and perfect for aggressive players.
- Wilson Pro Staff: Ideal for experienced players, the Pro Staff delivers exceptional precision and a responsive feel.
- Wilson Clash: Blending power and control, the Clash is a balanced tennis racquet offering best-in-class comfort.
| Brand | Wilson |
| Founded | 1913 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| ATP Players | Alex de Minaur, Alex Molcan, Benjamin Bonzi, Borna Coric, Daniel Elahi Galan, Daniel Evans, David Goffin, Dusan Lajovic, Filip Krajinovic, Grigor Dimitrov, Hugo Gaston, Jiri Lehecka, Jiri Vesely, Joao Sousa, Juan Pablo Varillas, Karen Khachanov, Kei Nishikori, Laslo Djere, Lorenzo Sonego, Mackenzie McDonald, Marc-Andrea Huesler, Mikael Ymer, Pablo Carreno Busta, Pedro Martinez, Pete Sampras, Quentin Halys, Reilly Opelka, Roberto Bautista Agut, Roberto Carballes Baena, Roger Federer, Sebastian Korda, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Thiago Monteiro, Ugo Humbert, Vasek Pospisil |
| WTA Players | Andrea Petkovic, Emma Raducanu, Flavia Pennetta, Jamie Hampton, Laura Robson, Petra Kvitova, Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Victoria Azarenka |
| Racquets | Wilson Blade, Wilson Pro Staff, Wilson Clash, Wilson Ultra, Wilson Burn, Wilson Shift, Wilson Triad, Wilson Hyper Hammer |
| Technologies | Amplifeel, Braid 45, BLX, DirectConnect, Fourtfive, Hammer, Hypercarbon, Iso-Zorb, Karophite Black, Kontour Yoke, Kompact Center, Parallel Drilling, Spin Effect Technology (S.E.T.), Triad with Iso.Zorb |
Head
Howard Head founded the company in 1950, which has headquarters in Kennelbach, Austria, and Amsterdam, Netherlands. The brand broke into tennis in the 1960s by developing the first aluminum racquet, which provided added strength compared to the era’s popular wood frames.
Thanks to the success of athletes like Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf, Head became increasingly popular in the ’90s, and today players like Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray, and Maria Sharapova have continued to help build the Head racquet brand as a critical market player.
Like many brands in this guide, Head manufactures products for various racquet sports, including tennis, racquetball, badminton, padel, and pickleball. However, they first started in the sporting industry developing skis, which they still sell today.
What Head Does Best
Well-balanced frames that air on the side of control without lacking power are some of Head’s best in their lineup.
Here’s a quick overview of the brand’s top three racquet lines.
- Extreme: Delivering explosive power and spin, the Extreme rewards modern grips and is ideal for aggressive baseline play.
- Speed: Speed racquets provide players with an excellent blend of power and control, perfect for all-court players.
- Gravity: Players will find exceptional control and feel with Gravity racquets, with plenty of arm-friendly comfort.
| Brand | Head |
| Founded | 1950 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| ATP Players | Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev, Andy Murray, Aslan Karatsev, Bernabe Zapata Miralles, Bernard Tomic, Cristian Garin, Diego Schwartzman, Dominik Koepfer, Emil Ruusuvuori, Federico Coria, Fernando Verdasco, Francisco Cerundolo, Henri Laaksonen, Ilya Ivashka, J.J. Wolf, Jan-Lennard Struff, Jannik Sinner, Lorenzo Musetti, Marin Cilic, Matteo Berrettini, Nikoloz Basilashvili, Novak Djokovic, Richard Gasquet, Taylor Fritz, Tomas Martin Etcheverry, Tomas Berdych, Tommy Haas |
| WTA Players | Asheigh Barty, Christina McHale, Maria Sharapova, Roberta Vinci, Sloane Stephens |
| Racquets | Head Speed, Head Gravity, Head Radica, Head Extreme, Head Boom, Head Prestige, Head Instinct, Head Titanium |
| Technologies | d3o, Dynamic String Pattern, Graphene, Innegra, Integrated String Dampener (ISD), LiquidMetal, MicroGEL, NoShox Dampening System, Titanium Tennis, Total Sweetspot Construction, Twin Tube |
Yonex
Before ever getting involved in sports, Yonex started by producing wooden floats for fishing nets, a business that eventually ran its course with the development of plastics.
It wasn’t until 1957 that the brand built its first racquets, starting with badminton, before producing aluminum tennis racquets in 1969, not long after Head began developing their metal frames.
Over the years, team players have included Monica Seles and Martina Hingis, both winning multiple Grand Slams and later followed by Lleyton Hewitt in 1999 and Ana Ivanovic in 2008. Fast forward to today, Yonex is one of the hottest tennis brands, with a growing roster of famous tennis players who turn to them for optimal performance, including Naomi Osaka, Elena Rybakina, Casper Ruud, Stan Wawrinka, and Nick Kyrgios.
What Yonex Does Best
Yonex produces fantastic modern players’ racquets for dynamic all-court play with the best quality among the more prominent brands.
Here’s a quick overview of the brand’s top three racquet lines.
- EZONE: Players looking for an accessible, well-balanced racquet that delivers controllable power and excellent feel will find what they’re looking for with the EZONE family.
- VCORE: The VCORE line emphasizes spin and control with racquets that deliver a connected feel and dynamic response.
- VCORE Pro: Loaded with stability and control, the VCORE Pro line of racquets delivers exceptional feel and precision.
| Brand | Yonex |
| Founded | 1946 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| ATP Players | Brandon Nakashima, Casper Ruud, Daniel Altmaier, Denis Kudla, Denis Shapovalov, Frances Tiafoe, Hubert Hurkacz, Jack Sock, Jaume Munar, Kamil Majchrzak, Lloyd Harris, Marton Fucsovics, Nick Kyrgios, Pedro Cachin, Ricardas Berankis, Sebastian Baez, Soonwoo Kwon, Stan Wawrinka, Steve Johnson, Thanasi Kokkinakis, Tommy Paul, Yoshihito Nishioka |
| WTA Players | Ana Ivanovic, Angelique Kerber, Belinda Bencic, Caroline Garcia, Donna Vekic, Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula, Maria Kirilenko, Marketa Vondrousova, Naomi Osaka, Sabine Lisicki, Sorana Cirstea |
| Racquets | Yonex VCORE, Yonex VCORE Pro, Yonex EZONE, Yonex Astrel |
| Technologies | 3D Vector Shaft, Aero Fin, Aero Trench, Dual Shut System, Inner Isometric System, Isometric Square Head Shape, Linear Tech, M40X, NAMD, Neofade, New O.P.S., OPS System, Quad Power System, Quake Shut Gel Air, Shockless Grommets, Vibration Dampening Mesh (VDM), X-Fullerene |
Smaller Racquet Brands
Although Babolat, Wilson, Head, and Yonex own the lion’s share of the racquet market, plenty of other exceptional lesser-known racquet brands are worth exploring despite not being mainstream.
Dunlop
Dunlop Sports, based in Surrey, England, is a racquet brand that focuses on multiple racquet sports, including tennis, squash, and badminton.
They first entered the racquet sports market in 1923 with the development of their first tennis ball. A few years later, they entered the racquet market with the Dunlop Maxply wooden racquet, which Rod Laver famously used throughout his career.
Later, John McEnroe, a seven-time Grand Slam winner, also used Dunlop tennis racquets, and he continues to represent the brand during occasional matches on the ATP Champions Tour.
| Brand | Dunlop |
| Founded | 1957 |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| ATP Players | Jenson Brooksby, Jurgen Melzer, Kevin Anderson, Michael Mmoh, Miomir Kecmanovic, Nicolas Almagro, Tim Smyczek, Tommy Robredo |
| WTA Players | Qiang Wang |
| Racquets | Dunlop FX, Dunlop SX, Dunlop CX, Dunlop LX |
| Technologies | 3DOM Grommet System, AFG, Aero Boost, Aerogel Technology, Aeroskin, Aeroskin CX, Anatomic Construction, BioFibre, Box Frame, CX Grommets, CX Technology, Flex Touch Resin, Gecko-Tac Grip, Heat Convert, HM6 Carbon, Hot Melt Technology, iDapt, Infinergy, MoS2 Grommets, Muscle Weave, Peak Shifter Frame, Power Grid String TEch, Sonic Core, Spin Boost Grommets, Straight String System, Synchro Charge System |
Tecnifibre
With a focus on improving players’ potential through advanced racquet technologies, Tecnifibre has seen growing popularity as one of the youngest racquet brands on the market.
The brand released its first racquets, the T-Fight and T-Flash, in 2004 and has continued to widen its footprint with a suite of tennis products, including tennis strings, balls, and a range of accessories.
In January 2013, the company announced a partnership with the ATP and became the official racquet, string, bag, and accessories for the ATP World Tour, which ended in 2020.
Tecnifibre has also made its mark with advances in tennis strings, including its X-One Biphase, a synthetic multifilament string, and, more recently, Black Code, a monofilament polyester string. In 2006, they also developed a line of tennis racquets specifically for women.
| Brand | Tecnifibre |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Country of Origin | France |
| ATP Players | Denis Istomin, Denis Kudla, Janko Tipsarevic |
| WTA Players | Iga Swiatek, Elise Mertens |
| Racquets | Tecnfiibre TFight ISO, Tecnifibre TF40, Tecnifibre Tempo, Tecnifibre TF-X1 |
| Technologies | Armor Cap Bumper, Dynacore, EZ Lock Eyelet, PU Power Pads, Speedflex, Synergy Link, Tempo, Tour Prepared, Velocity Shat Design, VO2 Max, Xtreme Touch Construction |
Prince
Founded in 1970, Prince helped revolutionize the sport of tennis with the very first tennis ball machine using a reversed vacuum cleaner.
Since then, Prince became an increasingly popular brand, with arguably the height of its success hitting in 1995 when the Prince Longbody Michael Chang Signature tennis racquet became the No. 1 tennis racquet in the world.
In addition to the wildly popular success of the Longbody, players like Patrick Rafter, Jennifer Capriati, and the winningest doubles team ever, the Bryan brothers, have helped carry the Prince legacy.
| Brand | Prince |
| Founded | 1970 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| ATP Players | David Ferrer, Bob Bryan, Mike Bryan, John Isner, Daniela Hantuchova, Kveta Peschke, Jelena Jankovic |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | Prince ATS Textreme Tour, Prince Textreme Tour, Prince Twistpower, Prince Hydrogen Spark, Prince Hydrogen Random, Prince Phantom, Prince Ripstick, Prince Warrior, Prince Synergy, Prince Vortex, Prince Ripcord |
| Technologies | 03 Speedport Technology, Cross Bar Stabilizer, Double Bridge, Energy Bridge, ESP (Extreme String Pattern), EXO3 Grommets, GraphiteExtreme, Longbody, O3 Technology, OPorts, Sweet Spot Expansion System, Sweet Spot Suspension, TeXtreme, Triple Braid, Tungsten Triple Threat |
Volkl
Originally a manufacturer of skis, Volkl has diversified its product offering over the years to include tennis gear, snowboards, and outerwear.
Over the years, Volkl has introduced several different advances in racquet technology, including its Organix high-tech carbon material and Bio Sensor, an active vibration-dampening system in the handle of its racquets.
Now retired, Boris Becker, a German tennis player and former world No. 1 with six Grand Slam titles, helped establish the brand as a legitimate option in the tennis racquet market.
| Brand | Volkl |
| Founded | 1923 |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| ATP Players | – |
| WTA Players | Stefanie Vogele, Liezel Huber, Laura Siegemund |
| Racquets | Volkl V-Cell |
| Technologies | Absorber Handle System, Bio Sensor, Catapult Technology, Classic Big Grommet, DNX, DNX Power Arm, Optispot, Organix, Power Bridge, REVA, Sensor Tour Handle System, Soft Butt Cap, Super Grommets, Twin Absorber, V-Cell, V-Feel, V-Sensor, V-Tex, Vibration Control Handle |
ProKennex
Founded in 1978, ProKennex is a sporting goods manufacturer in Taiwan, focusing exclusively on racquet sports, including tennis, squash, badminton, racquetball, and pickleball.
They peaked in the 1980s, and since their popularity has dwindled, with very few professional players using or endorsing their racquets. Andreas Seppi, who reached a career-high ranking of No. 18 in 2013, is their only noteworthy sponsored athlete.
Players suffering from tennis elbow or general arm discomfort playing tennis will do well exploring their racquets as they have some of the most arm-friendly RA or stiffness ratings on the market.
| Brand | ProKennex |
| Founded | 1978 |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| ATP Players | Andreas Seppi |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | ProKennex Black Ace, ProKennex Q+, ProKennex Ki |
| Technologies | Comfort Cap, Kinetic Quadfocus Technology, Spiraltech Carbon |
Pacific
German racquet manufacturer Pacific started in 1972 and produces a range of tennis racquets, strings, and accessories.
From 2007 to 2012, the brand partnered with the ATP as the official partner for gear. During that period, they acquired Fischer’s tennis and racquet division, which now only sells ski equipment.
Pacific is a fringe brand that few players know about or recognize. However, they produce a handful of quality frames. For most players, the challenge is getting your hands on their racquets, as they don’t have the market penetration that many others on the list have.
| Brand | Pacific |
| Founded | 1972 |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| ATP Players | Marcos Baghdatis |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | Pacific Nexus, Pacific Raptor, Pacific Speed, Pacific X Fast, Pacific X Force Pro, Pacific X Tour Pro |
| Technologies | Air Dampening Plus, Frequency Tuning, Full Acceleration Shaft Technology, Precision Grip System, Speed Zone System, Vacuum Technology |
Gamma
Founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, the brand started in tennis by producing strings before expanding to accessories and racquets.
These days, they’re best known for their strings, balls, and court equipment, but their oversized RZR Bubba racquets cater to beginners with larger head sizes that decrease a player’s margin for error.
| Brand | Gamma |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| ATP Players | – |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | Gamma RZR Bubba, Gamma Tour Ace |
| Technologies | “O” Beam, RZR Advanced Aerodynamics |
Solinco
Historically, Solinco focused exclusively on tennis strings and accessories, developing a cult-like following with exceptional products like Solinco Hyper-G, TourBite, and Confidential.
However, frames were always on their radar, and after years of working with leading racquet designers, including Roman Prokes, the brand launched its Whiteout and Blackout lines of racquets in 2022.
The Whiteout is a control-oriented 98 square-inch frame, while the Blackout is a more powerful spin-friendly racquet, each catering to a wide range of experience levels and styles of play.
One of my favorite parts about the brand is its weight control module, which allows players to add five or ten-gram weighted butt cap plates to increase the frame’s weight quickly and easily.
| Brand | Solinco |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| ATP Players | – |
| WTA Players | Lidziya Marozava |
| Racquets | Solinco Blackout, Solinco Whiteout |
| Technologies | 40T Carbon Fiber, Foam Technology, Liquid Crystal Polymer, Nickel Mesh Technology |
Snauwaert
In 1928, Valler Snauwaert and Eugeen Depla began developing tennis racquets, hockey sticks, sleds, and canoes out of wood in Belgium, but eventually, their focus narrowed to racquet sports.
The brand peaked in the 1960s and 70s, later releasing one of the most quirky tennis racquets in the late 80s, the Ergonom, which featured a titled head design to stay in line with the ball for longer while stringing.
In 1994 the company folded, but in 2016 it relaunched with the help of former Prince executive Roberto Gazzara.
| Brand | Snauwaert |
| Founded | 1928 |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| ATP Players | – |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | Snauwaert Vistas (100 R, 100 L, 105 R), Snauwaert Hi-Ten 100 R |
| Technologies | Bionic X-Section, Control ELLIPSE frame, Power Pentagon Frame, Squared Shaped Grommets |
Angell
Founded by Paul Angell in 2004, the company rebranded as Angel Sport in 2012 with an emphasis on racquet customization and a high level of quality control, ensuring consistent racquet specs time and time again.
Paul’s unique experience developing racquets for Dunlop and Slazenger positioned him well to create a distinct offering in the market where players could configure their racquets online.
Although Angell largely flies under the radar, players looking for a more personalized option for their next racquet should check them out.
| Brand | Angell |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Country of Origin | Belgium |
| ATP Players | n/a |
| WTA Players | Tara Moore |
| Racquet Series | Angell Custom, Angell ASi, Angell K7 Red, Angell K7 Lime |
| Technologies | ACF High Modulus Carbon and Aramid Fiber, D Box Design, Foam Core, Full Protection Grommets, High Modulus Carbon Construction, Micro Braid, Oval Frame Grommet Structure |
Toalson
Japanese racquet and string manufacturer Toalson established itself in 1956 and started developing strings for tennis and badminton a year later.
Today, they produce a range of tennis products, including racquets, strings, bags, and accessories like grips. At the time of writing, most retailers don’t sell their racquets, so you’ll have to order direct.
| Brand | Toalson |
| Founded | 1956 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| ATP Players | – |
| WTA Players | – |
| Racquets | Toalson Fourty Love, Toalson OVR, Toalson Power Swing Racquet, Toalson S-Mach Pro, Toalson S-Mach Tour, Toalson Spoon |
| Technologies | Flex Counter Parts, HEX Torque Frame, High modulus carbon 30T |
What Makes a Great Brand
When choosing a brand for your next racquet, a handful of attributes or qualities distinguish the market leaders and are worth considering. The following are a few of the most important that I look for in a company.
- Quality products: Great racquet brands start and end with quality products that deliver on their promised features, are durable, and are long-lasting, i.e., they don’t break, chip, fade, etc.
- Innovation: The best racquet brands don’t settle. They’re continually looking to innovate and regularly unveil new products that help us perform at our best while reducing injury.
- Proven success: All brands have to start somewhere, but the best have established themselves as market leaders with products that have proven themselves on the court and helped players win.
- Consistent manufacturing: Building tennis racquets is a technical endeavor with a complicated manufacturing process, and the best brands deliver reliable products that consistently meet their stated specifications.
- Clear product lines: The best brands develop distinct product lines that cater to specific target audiences, clearly communicating what players should expect to help them zero in on the perfect frame.
- Balanced variety: We’re all built differently, so we need enough options to find a racquet that meets our needs without having too many choices that make deciding unnecessarily challenging. The best brands strike a balance in this regard.
- Strong distribution: As much as you might love to try a racquet, it’s no good if you can’t get your hands on it. The best brands in tennis have worldwide distribution to bring their racquets to the broadest possible audiences.
- Great design: It’s no secret. Great design sells racquets despite it not influencing a frame’s performance. The best brands know this and strive to produce compelling paint jobs that excite players or, at the very least, don’t offend, resulting in fewer players using them.
- Good customer service: When things go wrong, as they inevitably do, you want to quickly and easily get in touch with a brand to resolve your problems. The best racquet brands are readily available, stand behind their products, offering hassle-free customer service that exists to be genuinely helpful.
No company nails all these characteristics, but the best tennis brands strongly emphasize these areas to deliver the best experience.
Who’s the Best
As much as I’d like to pronounce one tennis brand as the best, I’d be doing you a disservice. The truth is that the best racquet brand will differ for each player because everyone’s needs are different, so I always encourage players to keep an open mind when buying a racquet.
That said, if you believe popularity is a reasonable proxy for who’s the best, here are the most popular brands by sales volume.
- Babolat
- Head
- Wilson
- Yonex
Within each, you’ll find a wide range of racquets catering to varying styles of play and experience levels, so you can likely find a racquet that meets your needs within each brand.
However, if you consider the best racquet for your needs within each of the top brands, you’ll be more likely to find a racquet that aligns with your preferences and helps you perform your best.
How to Choose a Brand
There’s no right or wrong way to choose a brand for your next racquet, so if you have an affinity toward a specific company, I’d encourage you to explore all the racquets they offer to find a good fit based on your experience level, budget, and style of play.
However, if you’re unsure where to start or aren’t married to buying one brand over another, you’ll get the best result by searching for a racquet independent of brand by asking yourself a few basic questions.
What’s Your Skill Level?
One of the best places to start is an honest reflection of your experience level. If you’re just getting started, opting for a racquet that caters to intermediate or advanced players, especially if you’re naturally athletic and proficient in other sports, can be tempting.
However, new players will be better off starting with something intended for beginners and upgrading as they progress. Remember, most people tend to overestimate their experience.
Once you narrow down your level, head to your favorite retailer and explore the racquets that cater to your needs within each brand.
How Much Do You Want to Spend?
If you only want to spend $150, you’ll quickly narrow your options, especially if you’re a beginner. You can buy excellent racquets at that price point, but only a few frames match those criteria, so you’ll have fewer options to choose from, making the decision easier.
With your budget in mind, review each of the racquets available from the top brands to come up with a list you might enjoy.
What’s Your Style of Play?
Intermediate players will begin to develop a style of play, such as counterpuncher, serve and volleyer, or all-court. Once you reach this level, it’s worth considering if you have the best racquet for the type of game you’re trying to develop.
For example, if you weren’t confident coming up to the net when you first started, but are now finding that you frequently transition forward to put pressure on your opponent and close out points, then you may find you want a racquet that’s better suited for volleys.
Once you establish a style of play that you’re working to develop, you’ll make it easier to find racquets that cater to your needs.
Helpful Tip
A few top retailers offer demo programs for tennis racquets, allowing you to test a few before making a purchase. If available, narrow down one racquet from three brands and demo each. Most people will quickly gravitate toward a specific brand once they gain a feel for each racquet through first-hand experience. Plus, many demo programs will apply the cost of the demo to your purchase once you decide on a racquet.
Wrapping Up
Whether you’re new to tennis or an experienced veteran, exploring the different tennis racquet brands on the market is a worthy exercise to ensure you’re not missing out on frames that best suit your needs.
Hopefully, this guide has provided helpful insight into your options, which you can use to further your research. Of course, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to post a comment below.
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any idea where I could find a group of organix 3 racquets??
Hi Dave,
Not off the top of my head, but websites like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, etc. or apps like OfferUp, Letgo, VarageSale, etc. will likely be your best bet.
All the best
Jon
is adidas coming out with another racket line in 2020?
Hi Mike,
Thanks for stopping by. As far as I know, Adidas isn’t planning to release a new line of tennis racquets in 2020.
All the best,
Jon
What is ur preferred racket andnwhat price range is it. What is the best brand?
Hi Jack,
My preferred racquet at the moment is the Babolat Pure Aero, which is in the $200 range. As for the best brand, it’s all about personal preference. Check out this section of the article for more context. Ultimately, if you ask five different people, you’re likely to get five different answers :)
All the best,
Jon
When buying racket in bulk of 30 or 50 how much does it cost, how can one go about it.
Hi Thommoses,
You’d have to get in touch directly with a manufacturer to see if they can offer any deals for bulk orders. Alternatively, you may find some retailers provide a discount for bulk purchases if you contact them.
Best of luck,
Jon