The frames worth knowing

The benchmark power frame — lively, loud, easy depth. The obvious choice for a reason.

100 in² · ~318 g strung · 16x19 · stiff

Tension 46–55 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.5

The spin machine — built for heavy topspin and whippy swings.

100 in² · ~318 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 50–59 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.5

The Pure Drive, lighter — same easy power for players still building swing strength.

100 in² · ~302 g strung · 16x19 · stiff

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 2.5–4.0

The advanced player's Aero — spin with more precision, made famous by Alcaraz's frame family.

98 in² · ~323 g strung · 16x20 · moderate

Tension 50–59 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 4.0–4.5

The Pure Drive with a smaller head and tighter 16x20 pattern — power players who want more say in where it goes.

98 in² · 16x20 · stiff

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

The 26-inch junior Aero — Babolat sizes it for ages 11–13, roughly 140–150 cm.

100 in² · ~250 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension ~42–51 lbs — confirm on frame

Fits NTRP 2.0–3.0 · junior frame

Comfortable power — a big forgiving sweet spot and easy depth; the crowd-pleaser of the power class.

100 in² · ~318 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 45–60 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.5

The lighter EZONE — same forgiveness, easier to swing for developing players.

100 in² · ~301 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 40–55 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 2.0–3.5

Big spin and serious power this generation — a high launch that rewards topspin and punishes lazy targets.

100 in² · ~318 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 45–60 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.5

Spin with structure — the advanced VCORE for players who aim the topspin somewhere specific.

98 in² · ~323 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

For big hitters who bring their own pace — control first, softer than its rivals this generation.

98 in² · ~323 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 45–60 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

The comfort king — one of the most flexible mainstream frames made. Built for sore arms.

100 in² · ~312 g strung · 16x19 · flexible

Tension 50–60 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 2.5–4.0

Lighter Clash — maximum arm protection in an easy-swinging package.

100 in² · ~295 g strung · 16x19 · flexible

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 2.0–3.5

The control player's frame — thin beam, precise, you supply the power.

98 in² · ~323 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

The current Blade — a touch more free depth from the thicker beam, still control-first and connected.

98 in² · ~320 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 50–60 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

Blade control in a friendlier 100 in² package — for improving players who want to grow into precision.

100 in² · 16x19 · moderate

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.0

Federer's post-career frame — heavy, stable, and for strong, experienced swings only.

98 in² · ~337 g strung · 16x19 · stiff

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 4.0–4.5

The all-rounder — balanced power and control with a smooth, flexible feel.

100 in² · ~318 g strung · 16x19 · flexible

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

Friendly, maneuverable, and forgiving — a great step-up frame for improving players.

100 in² · ~312 g strung · 16x19 · moderate

Tension 48–57 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 2.5–4.0

The decades-long bestseller for beginners and seniors — huge head, feather weight, free power on slow swings.

115 in² · ~244 g strung · 16x19 · stiff

Tension 57–66 lbs (manufacturer)

Fits NTRP 2.0–3.0

Plush control frame — silky feel, easy spin, and more free pop than a player frame usually gives.

98 in² · 16x19 · flexible

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 4.0–4.5

The value control frame — serious performance without the big-four price tag.

98 in² · moderate

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.5–4.5

Spin-and-power fun at a friendlier price — the value alternative to the Aero class.

100 in² · 16x18 · stiff

Tension: see range printed on frame

Fits NTRP 3.0–4.0