Best Tennis Rackets | 2022 Guide & Reviews
When it comes to tennis rackets I must admit this was definitely one of our more enjoyable reviews. The most important tool in your tennis arsenal, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced player we definitely have found a racket for you!
Indeed, selecting the best racket for your personal needs is definitely not a decision to take lightly and there are some serious questions you need to ask yourself. In this review we have handpicked what we believe to be the best rackets available and we have explained why we have come to our decision, so that you can see you can understand the pros and cons of each individual racket to make sure your spending your hard earned money only on the best product tailored for your specific needs.
Beginner Vs Advanced Tennis Rackets
There is a huge spectrum of different rackets available on the market and to simplify the whole process, the more advanced a racket is, the tighter the strings, the heavier the body, the smaller the racket-head and the thinner the beam. Therefore, if you’re new to the game, a lighter, easy-to-use racket would definitely be the option to go for, allowing you to have time to settle in and enjoy the game. However if you are a more advanced player or someone looking to develop your racket skills a more heavy body, with tighter strings and a narrow beam you’re playing time as possible looking to avoid injury would give you more power and shot opportunities. As a general rule of thumb, finding a balance between using the heaviest racket you feel most comfortable playing with is your best bet!
Style of Play
Another very important factor to consider is your style of play (or the style of play you envisage yourself advancing to). Whether you’re more of a Roger Federer kind of player, focusing on delicate touch, control and spin or you find yourself favoring the style of Rafa Nadal looking for power and stability, different rackets would best compliment your game.
Are you a doubles player or a singles player? If you know your going to be spending a lot of time at the front of the net, chances are you are going to want a more lightweight racket which is more maneuverable so you can be sure to intercept any shots with lightning fast reaction times!
It is also important to note that there is a subtle difference between the designs of men’s and women’s tennis rackets and most rackets are in fact made to be unisex. However there are certain characteristics, such as a lighter racket weight, that women tend to favour.
Experience
Senior players and junior ones, there is a racket for everyone. If your entering the twilight stages of your tennis career looking to further develop your court game or an up and coming avid junior player, different styles, weights and strengths of rackets are available and we have done our best to make sure this information is available.
Brand
There are some people who are loyal without a fault to their brand of choice, be it the style, feel or the fact it’s used by their idol. If you happen to be one of these people, here is a list of the top brands of tennis rackets and a brief description of some information around them.
Wilson
This is a mainstay of major tennis racket sporting brands endorsed by Federer, the man himself. His racket, the amazing Wilson Pro Staff 97, might be a bit heavy for the more casual user and Wilson offers a variety of other quality products for all difficulty levels. The Wilson Clash 100 and Wilson Hyper Hammer 5.3 are popular rackets among avid tennis players.
Babolat
This ancient sports racket giant has stood the test of time, being founded in 1875. Endorsed by major professionals, Rafael Nadal has used the Babolat Pure Drive for the majority of his playing career and he actively endorses the Babolat Pure Aero. If any racket would be able to sustain and enable strong powerful strokes, it would be this one. Like Wilson, Babolat produces a range of products targeting many different aspects of the game so there really is something for everyone!
Head
Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray both endorse this brand of tennis racket, need we say any more 😂. An all-round quality brand with quality products.
Without further ado, with the above in mind we now delve into the reviews!
Racket Reviews
Wilson US Open Junior Tennis Racquet
The first racket on the list is for up and coming young champs. A junior racket as per the description in the title, Wilson have produced a light-weight racket to help junior players hone their skills.
The model comes in three sizes.
- 19 inches
This racket is great for tennis prodigies aged 5 and under. A lightweight (0.45 pounds) durable aluminium racket built to tolerate a few scars, the cool design will have your child loving the opportunity to play tennis and show off their new racket to all their friends. The racket comes pre-strung with robust strings meaning less hassle for you as your daughter or son comes to grips with the basics of tennis.
- 21 inches
A slightly bigger tennis racket tailor-made for children under 10. Similar to the 19-inch model this is a robust product which is built to last. The Wilson Junior Tennis Racket will ensure your child has the best tools to develop a love for the beautiful game!
- 23 inches
The final model in this line of racket. This aluminium racket again is specially designed for children under the age of 10, helping them complete their journey through their early tennis career with style!
Wilson Federer Tennis Racquet (EA)
A solid bet for a senior beginner tennis player or an individual thinking about returning to the sport! For the price on offer, with the Wilson Federer Tennis Racket you simply can not go wrong!
When strung, the 11 oz, racket gives players the ability to strike the ball with power and whistle the tennis ball past your opponent. The special Volcanic frame technology greatly increases your power and stability meaning you’re definitely going to hit the ball well with this racket.
A nice feature for a racket of this price is the in-built shock-pads which mean that when you continue to pound the tennis ball into submission over a long period of time, your wrists and hands remain in great condition to carry on playing, and trust me your going to want to carry on playing.
In addition to the above, the racket head is over-sized (110 square inches if you’re interested) meaning that the sweet spot is very big. This means that even if you do not have much experience with the sport, you are bound to connect a few “worldies” every game you play.
All in all, a solid bet for a beginner senior tennis player providing ample power and grounding to help progress your game.
Wilson Hyper Hammer 5.3 Tennis Racket
An intermediate racket which is a very popular choice among tennis players and rightly so! Offering great balance this racket is perfect for the player who likes to play with finesse, playing perfectly weighted shots with precision.
A light-weight, maneuverable racket built for a more control-based game, this tennis racket has a great feel to it. It is tailor-made for players with a more moderate swing and is also great for players like myself who like to showcase some finesse at the net.
Being light-weight it is also a great option for the more senior tennis player looking to sustain a casual game for a longer period of time ensuring that you are fresh to continue to play at your greatest capacity in the best style.
The over-sized 110 square inch racket head means it also has a great sweet spot size, more than encouraging you to hit perfectly timed belters should the need ever arise.
This racket is great for players looking to progress to an intermediate stage in their tennis career and more senior players looking for a good, lightweight racket that they can utilize to maximize a classy, control and finesse based game.
oppum Adult Carbon Fiber Tennis Racket, Super Light Weight Tennis Racquets Shock-Proof and Throw-Proof,Include Tennis Bag Tennis Overgrip
Another all-round racket that’s great for beginners looking to come to grips with and develop their game.
The racquet had a very comfortable feel to it meaning you’re definitely going to feel relaxed as you caress tennis shots around the court. Very lightweight (0.61 lb), this racket frame is made from both carbon fiber and aluminium meaning that it is also durable which is great news if you’re transporting the racket around and using it on a regular basis.
This is a very affordable tennis racket, with a great customer service team should you have any issues with your product which makes it great in the situation you have any issues with the racket after you have spent your hard earned money! The fact that it comes with a bag is also super useful for carrying it around in a practical way.
Another solid bet for a beginner tennis player looking to develop their game, or a more casual player focused on comfort and enjoying the sport for what it is.
HEAD Ti.S6 Tennis Racquet – Strung
A great power racket for a beginner looking to develop into a more serious intermediate player.
This titanium and graphite racket head means that it is both light and durable at the same time which is definitely something you need for a decent racket. It means that you have the maneuverability required to be able to quickly react to shots without fear of damaging the racket. It is also relatively long (27.75 inches to be exact) meaning you’re going to be able to generate that extra power your game has been needing to reach a new level.
A great head-heavy racket which is good for ground-strokes and developing shots from the back of the court, it is a pretty solid bet for those looking to take their game to the next level.
It is also an ideal buy for the more senior player as well. Providing ample power for what it’s worth, this light weight racket only weighs 8 oz meaning you will be able to play all the shots you want to in an effortless fashion.
A solid head heavy racket for a player looking to further develop their early game!
Street Tennis Club Tennis Rackets for Kids Proper Equipment Helps You Learn Faster and Play Better!
A great, easily affordable kid-friendly racket that looks and feels very friendly to play with.
There are 3 sizes available:
- 17 inches
This size is great for children under the age of 5. This racket will help your child fall in love with the game and you will be able to watch them play their first few shots with pride.
- 19 inches
Best targeted for children under the age of 10, the friendly design will mean that they’ll be itching to get back on the court and flex their new tennis racket to all their friends.
- 21 inches
Again best suited for kids under the age of 10. They will be able to successfully carry on their development with a consistent model of racket which is slightly larger than the previous one. A solid investment from the ground up.
A solid children’s racket that will make learning how to play tennis that ever bit more fun.
Babolat 2022 Boost D (Boost Drive) Tennis Racquet – Strung with Cover
This is a great purchase for an intermediate player looking to get a good value racket for their buck!
The racket is slightly over-sized, meaning the sweet spot is a touch larger than usual. This will help you play perfectly timed shots to perfection on a regular basis getting solid power and accuracy from the pack and well placed and finessed shots from the front.
It is an easy to play with tennis racket offering great spin and the factory string tension is decent allowing you to both play well angled drop shots and hit with enough power to ensure your topspin shots and ground strokes adequately push your opponent around the court.
The racket also comes with a case which is always handy for ease of storage and transport.
A solid bet for a more developed tennis player and definitely worth it for the price it is available at.
Babolat Pure Aero 2022 Tennis Racquet
A well-crafted, stylish racket with the endorsement of tennis legend Rafael Nadal; need we say any more. This racket is great for the more intermediate player confident with their game.
The black and yellow finishing mean that you’ll definitely look the part, dominating the court from the baseline, whipping aggressive top-spin shots across the net.
The racket itself is of excellent quality and great for all round-play little needs to be said about the Babolat Pure Aero 2022 – simple as.
