The answer depends on what you are looking for.  You can find reasonable, good quality tennis racquets for under $100.  We’ve got a selection of new and used cheap tennis racquets available for you.

If you are just starting out, I would recommend either borrowing racquets from your friends.  Ideally, you will have friends whose level and style of play vary enough to allow you to try a variety of different racquets before deciding on what style or materials are right for you.  If you don’t have anyone you can borrow a racquet from, you may want to consider a cheap tennis racquet.  You can find low end racquets in the $20 price range. However, you need to keep in mind that these racquets may not adequately represent the quality of play you can expect to get from a better racquet.

Some people wonder why you’d buy a tennis racquet that costs more than the basic variety you can find at Sears or K-Mart.  The reason is simple.  There is a lot of science behind the making of a tennis racquet.  There have been studies of the kinesiology of the most advanced players.  From this, manufacturers have designed racquets that are tuned for specific types of play.  For example, there are tennis racquets that are designed to be more flexible and some that are designed to be less flexible.  This will impact the power and accuracy of your shot.  Some racquets are designed for the baseline player, while others are made for the all-around player.  You can even find a racquet which will help to minimize the likelihood of developing tendonitis, or tennis elbow.

As with anything you might buy, you need to look at quality versus price.  You can find good quality cheap tennis racquets, but you shouldn’t expect to find a high quality racquet in the bargain bin at Sears.

Finding the right racquet that complements your style of play can take a bit of time.  If you have friends who play tennis, borrow a few different racquets from friends who have varying styles of play.  This will help you to determine which style works best for you.  Then you can go on the hunt for a cheap tennis racquet that meets your criteria.

If you are a beginner you will do best with a Head Liquidmetal 8.  The Head Liquidmetal 8 offers a good combination of control and power.  This means it is therefore suitable for a wide range of players.  It works well for beginners and intermediate players, so as your game improves, you can continue to play well with this tennis racquet, rather than having to go out and buy one better suited for a more advanced player.

Head Liquidmetal 8 Tennis Racquet (a391)

US $79.95

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Head Liquidmetal Instinct Mid Plus Tennis Racquet

US $54.95

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New 2 Head Prestige Tennis Racquet 98 Inch 4 3/8 Liquidmetal!! New 2 !!

US $163.00

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Head Liquidmetal 8 Tennis Racquet Racket Mint Grip Size 2 (4 1/4) Gut String

US $65.00

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Head Liquidmetal Prestige Midplus Mp 98 630 + New Grommet Set / Strung

US $134.99

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Head Liquidmetal 4 Tennis Racket (4 3/8 Grip Size)

US $18.50

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Intermediate players who are looking to buy a racquet should strongly consider the The Prince EXO³ Red.  This racquet utilizes technology to improve ball spin, accuracy, and energy return. It is a great racquet for players who have moderate, powerful strokes. This racquet uses something called the Energy Channel which is a sculpted groove directly in the frame that provides added stability, boosts ball control and increases spin by up to 25%. It also increases virtual head size for a significantly larger sweet spot.

Prince Exo3 Hybrid Red 102 Tennis Racquet Brand New - W/ Free String Job - L1

US $78.00

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Prince Exo3 Red 105 (mp)

US $159.00

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Prince Exo3 Red 105 (2010) 4 1/8"

US $179.00

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Prince Red105 Exo3 - Grip Size 3 + Optional Restring

US $150.17

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Prince Exo3 Red 105 Sq. New 4 1/4

US $149.00

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New Prince Exo3 Red Tennis Racket Free String&shipping

US $229.99

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Advanced tennis players do best with the Head Flexpoint Radical Oversize.  The technology behind this racquet is two precisely engineered holes in the frame which help to increase frame flexibility.  This racquet provides increased ball-racquet contact time which provides the player with good power and excellent control.

Head Flex Point Fire 4-5/8

US $40.00

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Head Flexpoint Liquidmetal Prestige Midplus 98 Tennis Racquet 4 3/8 Djokovic

US $129.99

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Head Flexpoint...107...excellent

US $135.00

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Head Prestige Flex Point Mid Plus Racket

US $40.00

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Head Flexpoint Prestige 630 Midplus Rare Racket Fxp L3 Original 4 3/8 Pro Tour

US $89.00

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Head Flexpoint Radical Mp 98 4 3/8 Tennis Racquet Fxp

US $60.00

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For players who tend to stay at the baseline, the Babolat Aeropro Drive is the best choice.  There is a “separate” shock absorber which results in a crisper pop when you connect with the ball.  The Aeropro Drive offers a good feel on impact and excellent power if you are a strong player.  Since most baseline players tend to be stronger, this works extremely well for this style of player.

New Babolat Aero Pro Drive Plus (+) Gt 4 3/8 Grip

US $145.00

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New Limited Edition French Open 2012 Babolat Aero Pro Drive Gt 4 3/8 Grip

US $160.00

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New Babolat Aero Pro Drive 100 Gt 4 1/4 Tennis Racquet

US $149.99

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Babolat Aero Pro Drive +

US $142.50

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Babolat Aeropro Drive Gt French Open 2012 Tennis Racquet Racket

US $150.00

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Babolat Aeropro Drive Gt Tennis Racquet

US $102.00

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And finally, if you suffer from tennis elbow, you will do very well with the Head Protector series of tennis racquets.  These racquets have an electronic dampening system.  What does this mean?  The racquet uses a microchip which helps to control the vibration generated when the racquet hits the ball. Tennis elbow occurs because the racquet vibrates when it hits the ball.  These vibrations travel up your arm and cause inflammation, soreness or even mild tearing of the tendons near the elbow.  The Head Protector series of racquets utilize the electronic dampening system to minimize the vibrations which cause tennis elbow.  The grip on these racquets contains an air chamber and utilizes a high-tech elastomer on its surface which provides excellent comfort and slip prevention while reducing residual vibration. Overall, this is an excellent series of racquets for anyone with a tendency towards arm and shoulder injuries.

Of course, tennis racquet reviews are subjective.  The above suggestions work best for most people.  The only way to find out which is the best tennis racquet for you is to try it out on the court.

New Babolat Aero Pro Drive Plus (+) Gt 4 3/8 Grip

US $145.00

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New Limited Edition French Open 2012 Babolat Aero Pro Drive Gt 4 3/8 Grip

US $160.00

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New Babolat Aero Pro Drive 100 Gt 4 1/4 Tennis Racquet

US $149.99

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Babolat Aero Pro Drive +

US $142.50

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Babolat Aeropro Drive Gt French Open 2012 Tennis Racquet Racket

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Babolat Aeropro Drive Gt Tennis Racquet

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If you are not ready to step up to the best tennis racquets, i.e. the most expensive racquets, you may still be interested in finding the a racquet that's right for you. Look to find the best tennis racquet for intermediate tennis players, and click here for the best tennis racket for beginners. If you are looking for the best racquet, continue reading.

When you are ready to look for a high quality racquet, there are many aspects of your racquet that you want to consider. One thing that you should care about are ground-strokes. You need to feel comfortable hitting groundstrokes from the baseline.  You want the ability to hit big, ideally you would like to hit these with as little effort as necessary. The racquet should grip the ball well, and offer considerable topspin. You want your tennis racquet to offer a feeling that it is maneuverable.  These racquets cost more, as such; you want greater control for passing shots and approach shots. Basically, you are looking for the racquet to offer a high level of responsive. You want a racquet that gives you a feeling of confidence that you can successfully hit the ball from anywhere on the court.

When in the middle of volleys, you want a racquet that feels comfortable at the net. You want a racquet that is easy to maneuver and does not feel bulky, especially when fast responses are necessary, as with passing shots. Basically, you want a racquet that offers a comfortable feeling in your hand, which will offer you greater control.

One of the main areas of tennis are serves. You want your racquet to offer tremendous power and control when serving. Ideally, the racquet will allow you to put lots of spin on the ball. The best of all worlds is to have the racquet offer control and spin, and as much service power as you can muster. Some racquets allow you to hit the ball hard, others offer consistency. The best tennis racquets offer the best of both worlds – power and control.

As you can see, the AeroPro Drive is among the best tennis racquets in the world today.  It offers excellent performance from all areas of the court.   For those tennis players, who have a quick swing, and play aggressively from the baseline, you will be very, very happy with this racquet.  Through an affiliation with ebay, we have an incredible inventory of tennis racquets are unbelievable prices.

Head Liquidmetal 8 Tennis Racquet (a391)

US $79.95

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Head Liquidmetal Instinct Mid Plus Tennis Racquet

US $54.95

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New 2 Head Prestige Tennis Racquet 98 Inch 4 3/8 Liquidmetal!! New 2 !!

US $163.00

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Head Liquidmetal 8 Tennis Racquet Racket Mint Grip Size 2 (4 1/4) Gut String

US $65.00

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Head Liquidmetal Prestige Midplus Mp 98 630 + New Grommet Set / Strung

US $134.99

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Head Liquidmetal 4 Tennis Racket (4 3/8 Grip Size)

US $18.50

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When you move to a higher level tennis racquet, you will immediately notice the difference. If you have been playing tennis somewhat regularly for at least a year, and you are still using a beginner's racquet, and you have reached a level of proficiency that allows you to compete with other people, it very well may be time to lok for a new, more advanced racquet.  By upgrading to a higher quality racquet, you will absolutely notice an improvement in  your game.

There are many racquets that would be deemed adequate to satisfactory.  One racquet that many people consider to be the best tennis racquet for the money is the Head LiquidMetal 8. Some of the things to look for in a more advanced racquet are weight.  When your game improves, you should move towards a lighter racquet.  Lighter racquets offer greater control.  These types of racquets will improve your game and your confidence level.  In fact, many people who move from beginners tennis racquets to more advanced racquets see a difference in their game almost immediately. Often, in less than a week or so, you will very likely see you game move up to the next level.

When you move up to intermediate level racquets, you expect to find several improvements.  One improvement that you can expect is greater control.  You will be able to have better control and put more spin on the ball.  Sometimes, as is the case with the Head LiquidMetal 8, you may find that the racquet has a larger than typical sweet spot.  A larger than typical sweet spot means that the racquet will be more forgiving than most others in its class.

You may also expect to find improved dampening.  Better dampening is like having better chock absorbers on your car.  The better the dampening, the lesser the impact that your arm feels when the racquet hits the ball. At this quality level of tennis racquet, you should expect to find improved dampening, with vibrations being decreased by as much as 80% as compared to beginner level racquets.

For those looking for a better, more advanced racquet, the Head LiquidMetal 8 is categorized and considered by a great many people to be the best tennis racquet for the money. It is an excellent option for advanced beginners and intermediate tennis players, alike.  Of course, there are a great many tennis racquets made by a variety of manufacturers.  Through our affiliation with ebay, we have access to a great many different tennis racquets.

Wilson Impact Junior Kids Badminton Racket Racquet New! Authorized Dealer

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New! Wilson Impact Tennis Racquet + Free Racket Case!

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Wilson Tennis Racquet Soft Shock Impact Titanium Power Bridge L3 4 3/8 Grip

US $19.88

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Wilson Tennis Racquet Impact Volcanic Frame Technology

US $19.95

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Wilson Titanium "impact" Titanium Tennis Racket, Designed In Usa

US $17.95

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Wilson Titanium Impact Tennis Racquet L4 / 4 1/2 Power Bridge Soft Shock

US $26.00

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The racket's weight is a key factor.  The more a racket weighs, the greater control the racket offers.  Conversely, the lighter a racket is, the more nimble it will feel in the player's hands and will allow them to have much more control over where the ball is hit.

The shape of the tennis racket's head can come in a variety of shapes.  Typically, tennis rackets have an oval shape to their head.  The sweet spot, the area where you will have the best impact,  is located towards the lower portion of the racket head.  As an alternative, you may want to consider a racket with a tear drop shaped head.  The tear drop shaped head usually has a much a large, and therefore more forgiving, sweet spot.  In fact, oftentimes, the entire head of the racket can be considered the sweet spot.

The size of the tennis racket's head is a third variable and equally important factor.  The larger the head size is, the larger sweet spot will be.  Naturally, those tennis players who are just starting out may prefer to have a larger sweet spot.  This will allow for greater likelihood of returning the ball, however, there is a trade off.  When the head is larger, control is lessened. So, you may be returning more balls, but they may not be going where you want them to go.

So you can see that different rackets will work better for different players.  If you are a just starting out, and would consider yourself a beginning tennis player, this racket would be an excellent option for you.

As you can see, there are several reviews for satisfied people who have purchased this tennis racket. Since it is geared towards beginning tennis players, it is priced at the lower end of the spectrum for rackets. It is lightweight and over-sized, which is ideal for people who are just starting to play the game.  When people are starting out, they need to find a racket.  Some people will just hunt and peck and their local yard sales to see if they can find an appropriate racket. They may uncover a great deal on an infrequently used, quality racket, but the chances of success are low. You are much better off buying a high quality, well reviewed, inexpensive racket.  The Wilson Impact fits that bill.

There are so many rackets on the market, that it is very difficult to determine, which racket makes sense for you. However, since you are now aware of what to look for when shopping for the best tennis racket, you can find the racket that is right for you. We have access to an enormous inventory of tennis rackets. Whether you are a seasoned professional, an avid player, a beginner, or somewhere, in between, we can help you find the racket that's right for you.  Our sophisticated search algorithm, in conjunction with ebay, can help you find the tennis racket that you are looking for.