Best Racquets for Intermediate Players of 2025
We've selected racquets for improving to strong intermediate players who a want a racquet that's easy to use but also leaves room for growth. (Updated February 2025)
Finding the right racquet is important to optimize your game, minimize your risk for injury and allow yourself to fully enjoy playing tennis. The racquets on our list are designed to be versatile and work well as your game improves.
Best Racquets for Intermediates
| Our Picks | Performance Highlights |
| Babolat Pure Drive | Power Spin |
| Babolat Pure Aero 2023 | Spin Power |
| Yonex VCORE 100 | Spin Control |
| Head Gravity MP | Control Feel |
| Prince ATS Textreme Tour 100 290 |
Control |
| Wilson Blade 104 v9 | Feel Power |
| Tecnifibre TFight 300 | Power Feel |
| Dunlop CX 400 Tour |
Power |
| Yonex EZONE 100 | Controllable power Spin |
| Wilson Clash 100 v3 | Comfort Spin |
Babolat Pure Drive
Why we love it: Since its introduction in 1994, the Pure Drive has earned a reputation as one of the most versatile racquets around. This racquet delivers an easy learning curve to virtually any player who is looking to swing big and load the ball with pace and spin. Although it has inspired an army of clones, the Pure Drive is the undisputed king when it comes to light power frames. Incremental changes have been made over the years, but even with this 2025 update, players will find that easy-to-use nature that has made it a perennial favorite. We would recommend this to players who are looking for an all-around racquet but with an emphasis on easy power.
Babolat Pure Aero
Why we love it: The Pure Aero feels fast and explosive from the baseline. The speedy response and grippy stringbed provide the recipe for hitting heavy spin-loaded balls. The beauty of this racquet is that it doesn't matter if you're an aspiring beginner or a skilled expert, the benefits of the Pure Aero transcend playing ability and appeal to anyone looking to add a little Rafa to their game. Learn more in our full review.
Yonex VCORE 100
Why we love it: Why we love it: Yonex updates the popular VCORE 100 in 2023, and for our playtesters, this latest version is an improvement on an already great racquet. A couple of them said it is their favorite version yet. This racquet excels at delivering power and spin when you need them. With a redesigned head shape, this version of the racquet offers an even larger sweetspot than past generations. Learn more in our full review.
Head Gravity MP 2025
Why we love it: Based on cosmetics alone, this Head Gravity MP 2025 deserves a second look. Beauty may only be skin deep, but thankfully, this updated Gravity MP has a lot to offer beyond its shiny new paint. With a strung weight around 11 ounces, the racquet is easy enough to swing for intermediate players, and with its flexible build and Auxetic 2 technology, it delivers the plush feel often reserved for more advanced offerings. There's power on tap when needed, but the focus here is the buttery feel. Players who are looking for comfort and controllable power shouldn't miss this Gravity MP.
Prince ATS Textreme Tour 100 290
Why we love it: As the lightest member of the Prince Tour family, the Tour 100 290 delivers the blend of power, control and feel of the line in an easy-to-use package. When our playtesters took this racquet to the courts, they were impressed by its all-around playability. The racquet feels stable for its weight at contact and played well from all areas of the court. Although it's great for intermediate players, we found this racquet would also be a great option for customization as players get stronger and improve. Be sure to check out our full review for more.
Wilson Blade 104 v9
Why we love it: Updated in 2024, the Blade line includes this user-friendly Blade 104. This racquet has the most power and largest head size of the Blade family. The extended 27.5" length (provides easier power on groundies and serves, and the Blade 104 packs enough spin potential to bring the ball down on target. Don't think that this racquet is just for beginners, though. There's also plenty of stability, making it a great option for intermediate level players look for a blend of feel, power and comfort.
Tecnifibre TFight 300
Why we love it: The Tecnifibre TFight 300 is a new model in the TFight range. It shares most of the same specs as the racquet endorsed by Iga Swiatek, the TFight 300S, but instead of a 98-square-inch head size, the TFight 300 has a more forgiving 100-square-inch head. That helps boost the power and forgiveness. This racquet might not be as powerful as the other racquets in the "power" category, but it makes up for it with feel and control.
Dunlop CX 400 Tour
Why we love it: Now in its second version, the CX 400 Tour blends the precision and feel of the CX line, but it also offers power more readily. For 2024, Dunlop redesigned the beam to enhance stability, control and feel. For added comfort, there is Vibroshield (a highly elastic material placed in the midsection of the hoop and shaft) along with Sonic Core with Infinergy in the head.
Yonex EZONE 100 2025
Why we love it: The Yonex EZONE 100 has earned a spot on many players' favorite lists for its all-around playability. It delivers controllable power, good feel and easy playability. With this version, Yonex introduces more dampening technologies and a redesigned beam geometry to boost stability, both of which help make this 2025 EZONE 100 one of our top pick's for arm-friendly racquets for intermediates.
Wilson Clash 100 v3
Why we love it: With this third iteration of the Clash series, Wilson refines what makes this line so special. Although the second version had a bit more pop, this Clash 100v3 recaptures the feel that made the original version so popular. If you're in the market for a power-loaded frame with a uniquely flexible feel, Wilson's Clash 100 v3 is an easy solution.
How We Pick
Wonder how we choose best gear recommendations? We gather from our playtesters' firsthand experiences reviewing and playing with all the tennis gear. We form our lists based on their reviews and feedback. You can find all of our product reviews here.
