Head Speed One (2025)

Good rather than heavy, and the reviews disagree on how much pop it has. Fast arm speed gets real pace on viboras and controlled smashes, but the low mass adds little by itself, so flat finishers and defensive lobs need your own effort.

A clear strength, though scores range from good to excellent. The firm carbon face launches the ball predictably and the low inertia gives time to adjust the face, so volleys, chiquitas and angled blocks land where you aim.

One of the quickest builds among adult performance rackets, though reviewers range from very good to perfect. At 345 g it switches grips and recovers after a punch volley with almost no effort, which suits fast doubles exchanges.

Medium in size and sitting slightly above the centre of the face. Centred hits feel crisp and controlled, but contact low near the throat or toward the edge loses depth and stability in such a light frame.

Moderate rather than plush. The medium-hard foam response and carbon face stay crisp, and the light weight spares the arm over long matches, but players sensitive to firm vibration, especially in cold weather, should test it first.