Updated 30 Sep 2026
Best tennis balls
The tins that survive more than one set without turning into felt-covered rocks.
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AO Tennis Balls
The most durable tin we tested, and still the best all-round feel.
Durability 9.3
Feel 9.1
Bounce 9.0
9.1
L40C
US Open Extra Duty
Tour-level bounce for the rare occasion you play like it matters.
Durability 8.2
Value 7.6
Feel 7.0
7.6
L40C
The L40s haven't spoken yet.