Best Prince Racquet For Me
Prince is beloved for making some of the most comfortable and classic feeling racquets out there. Additionally, their modern frames have pushed the boundaries of innovation with new geometries, string patterns, etc. If you're wondering which Prince racquet may be best for your game, this article will break down all the various families for you.
Tour
The Tour family from Prince is its most premium performance silo of racquets. These frames feature a variety of weights and string patterns, but the overall line has been tightened up for the initial 2026 release. There are four main models, the Tour 98, the Tour 100 310, Tour 100 290, and the Tour 100P. The Tour 98 features a tried-and-true 16x19 string pattern, 98 square-inch head size, and a 305 gram unstrung weight. The Tour 100 310 uses a more open 16x18 string pattern, and has more mass for even more power access. The 290 is the most accessible option currently, and the 100P has an 18x20 string pattern for better directional control and precision.
Tour 98
In many ways, the Tour 98 is the frame that helped put Prince back on the map. The previous ATS version was one of the highest rated racquets ever in Tennis Warehouse's history of reviewing frames. For 2026, the Tour 98 gets updated with a new layup called Iso-Fiber, which makes the racquets feel a little crisper (though still comfortable) and connected at impact, aimed at increasing confidence with every shot. The Tour 98 is a blend of traditional feel and modern capabilities spin and power-wise. The 2026 version instantly won over our testers for its stable nature, impressive control, and well-rounded complete package.
Tour 100P
The Prince Tour 100P is an 18x20, 305-gram all-court weapon, providing impressive amounts of spin for a denser-patterned racquet and a surprising amount of pop as well. Our team found it to be quite comfortable and highly maneuverable as well, with a plush 61-RA and a manageable swingweight, in addition to a strung, 7 points headlight balance. The Tour 100P is an internal favorite of ours, with one of our playtesters long using it as their racquet of choice. For players who value precision and versatility, the Tour 100P is one of the more compelling options out there.
Tour 100 310
For the more advanced player who relies more so on mass-based power, the Tour 100 310 proved to be perhaps the most surprising and impressive update to the 2026 Tour line. Surprising too was the amount of control this frame had, especially for a more open 16x18 string pattern, which of course provided ample spin across the board as well. The racquet proved surprisingly whippy too (with a 321 SW on average), letting our team go after their shots with ease. This Tour 100 310 quickly became a staple in our team's bags, earning high marks for its overall playability.
Ripstick
The all-new Ripstick family is designed for an impressive blend of comfort and power, with unique O-Ports all along the racquet's edge. The O-Ports create a more flexible stringbed that allows for deeper ball pocketing, more spin production, and more comfort all at once. For those who want a little more mass and a little more control, the Ripstick 98 answers that particular call. For most players though, the regular Ripstick 100 is a great average weight option in stock form. And for those who need an even lighter stick, the Ripstick 100 280 is perfect.
Ripstick 98
"The one shot I did not struggle with at all was my backhand slice, and I was having fun slicing through the ball throughout this playtest."
-Michelle, TW Playtester
The Ripstick 98 is a power-based, spin-heavy option for those who like a lot of comfort and pace generation from their racquets. Utilizing Prince's signature O-Ports, the Ripstick 98 sports a fairly open, spin-friendly 16x18 string pattern, 305-gram unstrung weight, and a surprisingly beefy swingweight on average of 328 when strung. This higher swinweight likely is in part due to the beam's thick-medium-thin taper of 27mm / 25.5mm / 22mm, which features a thick beam near the tip for increased power access and stability, and a thinner profile in the yoke for increased feel and connection to the ball. Despite the higher swingweight, our team reported easy maneuverability with this frame, letting them prep with plenty of time to strike a heavy ball.
Ripstick 100
"With the Ripstick 100, I found I could hit very aggressively without sacrificing consistency with that style of play."
-Chris, TW Playtester
The Ripstick 100 is one of the more outright powerful flagship options across Prince's silos, with this open, 16x18 frame being tailored more towards heavy spin hitters. It mixes a 300-gram unstrung weight with a 100 square-inch hoop, which provides easy pop off the strings and plenty of comfort due to the racquet's O-Ports. Our team reported this frame as having easy depth generation, and being conducive for whipping up a heavier serve.
Ripcord
The Ripcord family is a brand-new line for Prince, aimed toward players who prefer power and easy spin access, but with a primary emphasis on power above all else. These racquets feature beams that are thicker at the end of the hoop, increasing plow through and granting the racquet some additional pace generation. For those craving some extra spin and pocketing (as well as control), the Ripcord 98 XS offers a smaller head-size with a slightly tweaked layup, optimizing dwell time to shape the ball with heavy spin during contact. Elsewhere, the more powerful 100 square-inch head sizes in the family offer a little more forgiveness for beginners and intermediates alike. Make no mistake though, the playability of the Ripcord 100s is up to any challenge.
Ripcord 98 XS
"As with most every other shot I hit with the Ripcord 98 XS, it felt very solid on the return, which was pretty consistent and predictable off both wings."
-Mark, TW Playtester
The Ripcord 98 XS ended up surprising our team with its level of playability, falling nicely in line with something like a YONEX Ezone 98 or a Dunlop FX 500 Tour (and not just because they all are blue). The racquet's level of flex and feel was appreciated by every tester, and they praised the amount of spin they could whip up off either wing. The ball pocketing, or "cupping" sensation upon impact too was appreciated, letting our team shape their shots more effectively. The 16x18 string pattern is melded with a 305-gram unstrung weight, which makes the racquet accessible yet stable enough for more advanced play. For players who like a deeper flex during contact, the pocketing of the Ripcord 98 XS is definitely worth considering.
Ripcord 100
"The Ripcord 100 300g is one of those racquets that's just easy to pick up and use. I found it to be a great all-around performer, and I was getting reliable power and spin. I found it to be a bit more powerful than control oriented, but the balance of performance wasn't tipped too far in any one direction."
-Tiffani, TW Playtester
The Ripcord 100 uses the familiar recipe of a 16x19 string pattern, 100 square inch hoop, and a 300-gram unstrung weight for a great mix of spin, power, and speed, making it a great racquet to demo alongside something like a Babolat Pure Drive, Solinco Blackout 300, or a Head Extreme MP. Our team praised the well-rounded nature of this particular racquet, noting its versatility and comfort, in addition to easy power and plentiful spin. Control also proved impressive given the more power-oriented spec profile.
Phantom
The Phantom line is currently the most traditional and flexible out of Prince's current offerings. These arm-friendly frames emphasize comfort and feel above all else. Typically, Prince's Phantom racquets have thinner beams, for more of that classic feeling, and lower RA ratings, for improved shock absorption. Most of the options within this family cater to a specific audience, whether that's fans of the O-Port design with the O3 Phantom 100X, or those who like oversize options with the Phantom 107G. In the standard range, there is both an open 16x18 305g option, and a denser pattern offering with the 18x20 100X 305g Phantom. For those who want more of a rectangular geometry, the 100P has squared-off edges and thinner profiles on the whole.
Phantom 100X 305g
"I loved volleying with this racquet, but I found I had to have my foot on the gas and go full throttle by taking big cuts at the ball."
-Michelle, TW Playtester
The Phantom 100X 305g is a versatile, feel-oriented racquet that packs enough spin and power to make it a truly well-rounded option across the board. This racquet's buttery flex of 59 is great for boosting comfort, and the open, 16x18 string pattern increased forgiveness while also promoting more spin and power generation. Furthermore, the racquet's 320 on average swingweight proved great for whipping through shots, all while the slimmer, 22mm / 20.5mm / 18mm beam profile facilitated excellent feedback and connection to the ball. Factor in a slightly rounded beam, and you've got a truly modern take on a classic Phantom frame.
O3 Phantom 100X (310g)
"I was getting enough arc on the ball to give the net plenty of clearance and still get the ball to drop well inside the service box."
-Chris, TW Playtester
The Prince O3 Phantom 100X marked the return of Prince's O-Ports to the Phantom line, boosting the frame's already impressive comfort and speed through the air. This 310-gram frame features a 16x18 string pattern for easy spin generation and a ton of comfort, despite the 66 RA (which is on the higher side for a Phantom). The racquet's thin 19mm / 20mm / 20mm beam profile boosted the racquet's feel and control, letting our team feel connected to their shots despite the O-Ports and 16x18 string pattern. Spin and power both proved plentiful, letting our team go after their shots knowing the racquet would add a little extra venom to the ball's flight path. For one of the more unique offerings on the market today, the O3 Phantom 100X should turn the heads of the O-Port curious.
Phantom 100X 18x20
"With the Phantom 100X 18x20 I was able to easily grip the ball for creating topspin, and my backhand slice was as effective as ever. Combined with its hefty 320-gram weight and softer layup of graphite, this racquet felt like it was designed for directional control and absorbing pace from the baseline."
-Mark, TW Playtester
For those who prefer denser patterns for additional control and feel, the Phantom 100X 18x20 has you covered with its denser 18x20 string pattern. This beefier, 320 gram unstrung frame is more in the realm of a tradtional "player's" racquet spec, meaning it is heavier, more flexible, and relatively thin. To give it some juice though, Prince's beam for this version of the Phantom tapers from top to handle by 22mm / 20.5mm / 18mm, which gives it some useful pop from the thicker sections. All of the upsides are something you'd expect from this spec profile; plush, precise, and penetrating.
Phantom 100P
Compared to the rest of the Phantom line, the 100P variant sports a much boxier beam shape, with squared off edges compared to the rounded corners seen elsewhere. This 310-gram frame features a 16x18 string pattern and an astonishingly thin beam in the throat/yoke down at 20.5mm / 19.5mm / 16.5mm from tip to handle. The Phantom 100P is definitely on the lower-powered side, so if that's your groove and you're a fan of the Prince experience, this might be the one for you.
Phantom 107G
The Phantom 107G is a true blast from the past. This oversized, 305-gram frame sports a whopping 107 square inch head size, but also features a somewhat skeuomorphic cross bar in the throat, which is aimed at increasing stability and rigidity. Like most of the Phantoms, the beam tapers from thicker to thinner by 21.5mm / 20mm / 17.5mm from tip to handle. This racquet is one of the only oversized frames with a 'tweener weight spec in stock form still available. Our team praised the easy power, plentiful spin production, and overall good feel that this racquet offered.
Warrior
The Prince Warrior line is a great option for a new player starting off, or for a novice still developing their technique. The pre-strung racquets arrive ready-to-play, and are made more in the vein of power-based racquet families to make learning the game easier. Available in a variety of weights and head sizes for every kind of player.
Legacy
The Prince Legacy and Premier racquets are lightweight, oversize options that are great for the aging doubles player, or for those needing a noticeable uptick in power. Starting at 105 square-inches and going all the way up to 120 square-inches for head sizes, these racquets are forgiving and powerful, letting players comfortably swing out. Great as a gift for those wanting to get someone else into tennis.
Twistpower
For those who build their game around spin, the Twistpower is Prince's first and foremost spin-based franchise. Available in a standard and slightly oversized option, the Twistpower is a more comfortable alternative to spin-heavy frames from other manufacturers. If you like a unique hitting experience, the Twistpower may be just right for you.
