Best Tennis Shoes

Many of the top tennis brands have released new shoes for 2025. Here at Tennis Warehouse we have tested many of the models, and we're still busy testing some of them on court. For our reviews, we like to wear shoes on court for a month. We rely on those experiences to help up pick the best tennis shoes. Keep on reading to see what we picked for the best all-around, most durable and stable, lightest, most comfortable and best-value shoes. For our latest update, we've separated into men's and women's categories for some categories for a couple of reasons. In some instances, there are some gender specific models, and other times, the men's and women's teams had differing experiences on court. Remember to check back throughout the year as we continue to test new tennis shoes, and the lists may change!

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.

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What we love: When you're designing shoes for Novak Djokovic, arguably one of the most aggressive movers on the pro tour, the tennis shoes need to offer not only support and stability, but also agility. Asics delivers on all fronts with this latest Court FF model. The Court FF 3 blends stability and a speedy feel, which won't hold you back on court. Read more in-depth thoughts from our playtesters in the full review.

What we love: These shoes have come with a variety of names. Now called the adidas Avaluxe, we've known them previously as the Stella Court and before that the adidas Stella Barricade Boost. No matter the name, these shoes have been a longtime favorite. The shoes are loved their all-around performance and top-notch comfort for a variety of foot types.

What we love: The Wilson design team worked with WTA player Marta Kostyuk to craft tennis shoes to fit the needs of female tennis players. Marta's desire for shoes that felt like running shoes meant for racing around the tennis court. With that directive in mind, Wilson's designers came up with the Intrigue Tour. The new flagship women's shoe from Wilson quickly won over our playtesters for their comfort and performance feel. If you're choosing between the Intrigue Tour and the adidas Avaluxe, there are a couple of things to consider. The Wilson shoes come with a six-month durability guarantee; the Avaluxe does not. If you have wider feet, we find the Avaluxe to fit wide feet better than the Intrigue Tour.

What we love: Asics overhauled the Gel Resolution for this 10th iteration. Without even looking at the internals of the Gel Resolution X, players can notice some big differences. Most notably is the higher ankle collar on the medial side. Asics also upgraded the Dynawall for even more stability, and FlyteFoam Blast+ and ECO Foam ensure plenty of cushioned comfort. The fit has also been updated to be a bit roomier, and depending on the player, could affect the performance on court. Our men's TW playtesters found the fit to be slightly long, and recommend going down a half size if you find yourself between sizes. Our women's playtest team discovered a rather lengthy break-in but found these shoes to run true to size. Aside from all these updates, there's no denying the Asics Gel Resolution X is one of the most durable shoes on the market. Those who are ultra tough on their outsoles can count on the Tennis Warehouse six-month durability guarantee, which provides a one-time replacement pair for shoes worn through the outsole within six months of purchase.

What we love: There are few, if any, tennis shoes with a more storied history than the adidas Barricade. Building upon the 2021 update, the Barricade 13 is designed to be lighter and faster than Barricades of yesteryear, yet still offers the stability and durability that made this franchise a player favorite. Tennis Warehouse offers a six-month durability guarantee for these shoes. This latest model offers geo-fit heel pods and an improved soft, stretchable tongue. The upper material has also been updated.

Because these shoes can be hard to find, the Vapor Cage 4s are listed as an honorable mention, but that's not to take away from their actual on-court performance. These Nike Zoom Vapor Cage 4s are the most durable in the Nike tennis shoe lineup. The outsole is integrated into the upper to help provide protection for hard court sliders. The shoes are also stable for aggressive movers. There is no longer a women's version, and with few colors available each season, the shoes can be hard to get. Check out our full review for more information.

What we love: This new edition to KSwiss' men's tennis shoe line up is impressive. Designed for pro level players, the Pinnacles deliver on the support and stability front. This new model also somehow delivered plenty of cushioning without feeling too elevated underfoot, which meant our playtesters felt confident making any moves on the court. The praise kept on coming, and the team found these shoes fit a range of foot types, from narrow to wide. The one downside came with durability. Although stable, these shoes weren't the most durable, and one of our playtesters wore a hole in the toe within a month of play.

What we love: With the release of the second generation Cybersonic, adidas got all the updates right in the minds of our TW playtesters. The shoes fit well, which is always the starting point to be an excellent tennis shoe, and then backed it up with excellent support and stability. The Cybersonic 2s are designed to be fast and explosive feeling with the exterior Energy Rod technology. What helps set these adidas shoes apart from other speed-oriented models is their level of stability. They balance a lightning fast feel with loads of support and stability.

What we love: Designed for Cocoa Gauff, the top ranked American on the WTA circuit, the CG2s now come in women's specific sizing. While the CG1 was offered in unisex sizing based off the men's scale, the CG2 comes in both women's and men's specific sizing. This version still sports a mid-cut height for added support (and basketball-inspired style), but the upper has been redesigned for more comfort. Like the first version , these shoes come with a carbon plate for greater energy return.

What we love: Designed for the aggressive movements of pros like Daniil Medvedev (some of the men's version sport his name and signature logo), the AG-LT Ultras quickly won over the TW playtesters when they reviewed these shoes in 2023. The shoes blend support, stability and comfort, and we thought they looked great as well, making them an all-around option for the court. The men's review awarded these shoes an 8.8/10 for stabililty, while the women's team awarded a 9.1/10 in their review.

What we love: The Ultrashot line is meant to be comfortable and stable, and our playtesters found that the latest version, the Ultrashot 4, is just that. New to the Ultrashot 4s is the 360-degree plantar support chassis, and our team found this to deliver stability in spades. Like with most things, there were some downsides. These shoes will likely be too wide for those with narrow feet, and if you're looking for quick, nimble shoes, you'll likely find these Ultrashot 4s to feel heavy.

What we love: Light, fast and with a durability guarantee? It's not a common combination, but you get that plus some nice underfoot cushioning with the Mizuno Wave Exceed Tour 6. We loved the blend of features in the previous version and found a lot of our favorite aspects were still present in the Wave Exceed Tour 6. Check out our full women's and men's reviews.

What we love: With the release of the Vapor 12 in 2025, Nike went back to what the line became known for: lightweight speed and comfort. Coming on the heels of the more stable (and heavier), the Vapor 12 gets back to what Vapor fans know and love: lightweight speed and comfort. For reference, our measurements put the Vapor 12s about an ounce lighter than the previous version. And an ounce on the tennis court can mean a lot! The return of the finger lacing system also means players can get a secure fit in these Vapor 12s.

What we love: The Solution Speed series is the lightest and fastest in the Asics tennis shoe lineup. We love that these shoes are just as quick feeling as previous versions while offering better flexing and more comfortable uppers. Good ventilation and a low-to-the-ground yet cushioned ride rounds of this speedy Asics offering. Get a more in-depth look in our men's and women's reviews.

What we love: Yonex brings its tech know-how to shoes. The Ad Accel is one of the few tennis shoe models that features a carbon plate, which provides more rebound as you react and move to your next shot. The Power Cushion+ midsole is present in these shoes, too, and delivers the comfortable ride we've come to expect from Yonex shoes. One caveat from our playtest team was that the traction on these shoes was on the sticky side, so players who like to slide might find that tougher to do in the Ad Accel.

What we love: This evolution of the CT Rally (and before that these shoes were called the Lav) keeps the ultra cushioned ride we have come to love. There's Fresh Foam X in the midsole, which delivers a comfortable yet responsive ride. The uppers of the CT Rally 2 have been updated for enhanced breathability. We did find these shoes require a bit of breaking in due to their substantial build.

What we love: We'll start by saying the adidas Avalux or Wilson Intrigue Tour are worth a mention for their comfort. We found these shoes to be our favorites for their overall performance, but it all does start with comfort, are arena in which both of those shoes excellent. Our pick for just the comfort category, though, goes to the Mizuno Wave Enforce Tour 2. The Wave Enforce Tour 2s have a soft, cushioned feel right from the start. The cushioning gets updated to the ENERZ NXT foam for a responsive feel, and the uppers feel light and pliable. We do caution that our women's playtest team found these shoes to run a bit short, and some of them opted to wear a half size larger than usual.

What we love: The Hypercourt Express was built to be comfortable on the court, and with this second version, it feels lighter and faster. These shoes feel flexible without any break-in time and provide a cushioned ride on court. These shoes are also offered in a wide version for both men and women. Read the full review for the men's version and women's model.

What we love: Skechers is new to the tennis shoe game, although it had ventured previously into court shoes with a couple of pickleball offerings. The Baseline Bully is its flagship model, and true to Skechers' reputation, these shoes deliver top-notch comfort. These shoes were overall more popular with our men's testing team who praised the step-in comfort and overall playability. Although our women playtesters thought these shoes were comfortable, they found them to feel heavy on their feet.

There's no denying the Babolat SFX 4s are comfortable tennis shoes, but they're not built for all foot types. These shoes definitely fit wide, so if you have narrower feet, we'd recommend one of the models above. If you have wide feet and need lots of wiggle room for your toes, the SFX 4 is a great option. The toe box is wide and deep, making them some of the most accommodating tennis shoes available.

What we love: Released in 2024, the Defiant Speed 2 captured our playtesters' attention for its mix of lightweight on-court performance and off-court style. This shoe also gets pro player approval and is worn on tour by Alexander Zverev. With its speedy feel, comfort and price under $100, the Defiant Speed 2 is an excellent all-court option..

What we love: To start, this Nike Vapor Lite 3s are great looking shoes, and their starting price point is under $90. For this price, you're getting a lightweight and versatile shoe that looks great on and off the court. These shoes feel fast on the court, but they're also not going to be the most durable shoes in Nike's lineup.

What we love: When longtime tennis players think of Prince shoes, the T22 is likely to come to mind. Released in 2023, the Prince Venom offers a lighter, speedier feel with a modern look. Both of our men's and women's playtesters founds these shoes to be quite comfortable and all-around performers at nice price point.

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