Our Top Featured Strings

How do you choose the best strings for your tennis racquet? Great question! As we explain on our page about the various types of strings, it all depends on what your are looking for in terms of performance as an individual player.  Some strings are great for more power, some are better for control, others are best suited for durability, but the best strings for you will be determined upon which of these characteristics or combination of fits your preferences.  On this page, we'll give you our top suggested strings based on the type of material and featured characteristics.  If your not familiar with the various types of strings offered, you can learn more by visiting here. 

Best Natural Gut Strings

It all began in 1875 when Pierre Babolat created the first tennis string out of sheep gut and the natural gut revolution was born.  The standard for natural gut strings truly begins and ends with Babolat. So when it comes to choosing the best natural gut string for your racquet, there's no need to change something that has stood the test of time and still continues to set the standard for excellence in tennis strings today.

Power

Looking for the most powerful string on the market? Look no further. Natural gut is made for power the Babolat VS Touch is the standard.

Comfort & Feel

When it comes to comfort, it's hard to find other strings that are comparable. The elastic natural fibers of the VS Touch provide a great sense of connection with the ball and a fantastic touch.  Even better, these strings still provide the same level of comfort and feel while at higher tensions.

Best Synthetic Gut Strings

There's no need to sacrifice quality in favor of something that seems to be a more economical choice.  For those unwilling to spend up for higher-priced natural gut or polyester stings, Prince offers high-quality strings at an affordable price to soothe the minds of the budget conscious player. In addition, the Prince Synthetic Gut strings are some the most well-rounded strings you can put on your racquet in terms of playability.

Well-Rounded

You should find that these strings offer a great balance between durability, responsiveness, and power.

Value

They may not be the real thing, but these are high performance strings at their price point.  Synthetic gut is know for its durability, meaning it will last longer and save you the cost of strings that break more easily. 

Best Polyester Strings

Polyester Strings have gained popularity over the past decade thanks to star players like, Rafael Nadal, who have continued to defy expectations and expand on what was previously thought to be possible with topspin.  Due to their monofilament construction, polyester strings are durable and notable for a balanced combination of control, spin, and overall playability.  Though not too much of a concern, players who choose this string need to be aware that the increased rigidity of these strings can provide more opportunity for injury when performing powerful plays on the ball. 

Control

The Luxilon ALU strings provide exceptional control without sacrificing too much in power, which intermediate and professional players will appreciate when taking big swings on the ball.

Spin

Spin provides a major selling point for using these strings.  Those who seek more spin in their game will get that and more.

Best Multifilament Strings

Multifilament refers to thousands of small microfibers that are woven together to form one string. This unique construction allows for the combination of incredible playability and comfort. Though there is no shortage of multifilament strings offered, the Wilson NXT strings are considered by most to be the best available on the market. 

Power with Balance

​The combined effort of 1,600 individual microfibers transferring on to the ball make for some powerful strings.  With these strings you'll be able to deliver plenty of force without overshooting your intended target. At the same time, the versatility of these strings accommodate varying play styles and skill levels.

Control

The Wilson NXT's are know for their comfort while maintaining the responsiveness and playability required by performance minded players.  You can expect to play at a high level without over-taxing your body. 

Best Hybrid Strings

For anyone having difficulty deciding between the pros and cons of the differing string types, the Wilson Champion's Choice are a great all-around string.  It may be that you find multifilament strings too powerful, polyester strings to harsh on the arm, or perhaps you cannot afford the higher prices of natural gut.  Either way, these hybrids deliver a player pleasing combination of power and playability that will satisfy those unwilling to favor the qualities offered by other string types.

All-Around

Power and Playability. These strings have both.  For any player seeking the middle of the road, and without specific preferences towards power vs. control, these strings provide an option that will likely be more than adequate for your needs.

Best Strings for Injury & Recovery

Any player who has fallen victim to the common, yet feared, injury known as tennis elbow knows how debilitating it can be towards your game. So whether you need and option to nurse yourself back to a full recovery or if your injury-prone and need something more preventative, the Prince Premier Touch are fantastic strings that deliver a soft touch while maintaining necessary amounts of power and control.