11 Best Tennis Shoes That Absolutely *Serve* More Than Just Looks

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ICYMI, the popularity of tennis and pickleball (!!) have exploded in the last few years. I mean did you see the US Open coverage? Courts are super busy and fashion brands have thankfully been releasing more racquet sport-focused apparel (like these fab tennis 'fits) and accessories. Not only that, exciting players like Coco Gauff are dominating the sport (we love to see it).

Whether you've been recently inspired to pick up a racquet (LOL me) or you're an avid player, the first step is getting yourself a great pair of tennis shoes, obvi. Tennis requires a shoe you can run, jump, turn, and sometimes slide in, and you also want one that can withstand the wear of constant movement on the court. Here, I rounded up 11 of the best tennis shoes based on reviews and features such as: ankle support, cushion, breathability, and grip. Of course, there's also some stylish ones in the mix so you can serve both on and off the court.

Our top picks for the best tennis shoes of 2023:

Keep scrolling to nab your go-to pair of tennis shoes that'll feel comfortable no matter your activity (yes, we're even talkin' from warm-up drills to full-length games). You'll love them so much, you'll even want to wear them to brunch or on your smoothie run post-match to complete your cute tennis outfit.

T22 Tennis Show

From the shock absorbing sole to the secure fit, these tennis shoes are fan faves for a reason. Also, the under-$100 price point is another bonus. Many reviewers say they have worn these shoes for years and refuse to buy any other pair. They also have a wider toe box to avoid crushing your toes.

Rave Review: "This is one of the most highly rated tennis shoes. I've owned 20 pairs of them over the last 10 years. They protect your ankles from rolling and getting injured. They are very sturdy and are excellent support. Buy these—you won't be disappointed."

Rush Pro 4.0 Women's Tennis Shoe

This top-rated pair comes in a bunch of fun colors, and it's one of Wilson's best-selling shoes. You'll be all about the arch support and the OrthoLite foam (it offers a pillowy feel that we love)!

Rave Review: "Great ankle support. These also have plenty of cushioning for extra comfort. The Rush Pro 4.0 shoes are my favorite to wear when playing on hard courts.

Coco CG1

Though low-top shoes are more common for tennis, this high-top pair is great for those with sensitive ankles. US Open winner Coco Gauff is also a fan of the high-top silhouette, BTW! Her New Balance collab offers stability and a sleek design.

Rave Review: "I had ankle surgery in October 2022 and I'm just now getting back on court. These high-top tennis shoes are helping me play some of my best tennis ever! They keep me stable and worry-free from rollovers. I don't understand why there are so few choices for high- top tennis shoes given all the tennis players with ankle issues. Thank you Coco and New Balance for helping me get back to what I love!"

Hypercourt Express 2-Wide

These popular K-Swiss tennis shoes come in both standard and wide fits for those who need a little extra room. Comfort, breathability, and lightweight structure will definitely upgrade your tennis game.

Rave Review: "I bought these shoes for club play a couple weeks ago and I’m so glad. This new Hypercourt 2 is supportive, well cushioned, has a nice fit, and is great looking. The outsole is durable and I'm happy they finally made a black shoe (my preferred color on the court)!"

NikeCourt Vapor Lite 2

Minimalist fans, this simple two-tone design is for you. Reviewers are fans of the fit and feel and love how versatile they are for any type of play. Some say that they can feel a bit tight across the foot at first, but they loosen up with more wear.

Rave Review: "These shoes held my foot in place. There's been no uncomfortable rubbing or sliding around in the shoe when I was lunging forward and moving quickly. The shoe is nice and light, but is also hard wearing. The rubber sole runs higher up the front to protect the shoe from wearing when you drag your toe forward. Overall, this is a great tennis shoe for a casual player—looks smart and feels great!

Solution Swift FF

If you live for some sliding action on the court, might I suggest this Asics pair? They have a 4-5-star rating out of 5 and reviews also say the lightweight material is perfection.

Rave Review: "Comfortable and lightweight. The tread pattern offers a little bit of give to allow sliding on a stop. If sliding like Djokovic is your playing style, this is perfect."

Barricade Tennis Shoes

Though many reviewers agreed that these require some breaking in, many also agreed that they are durable and are ideal for quick movements on the court. The asymmetrical laces not only look cool, but also help with foot drag and the sole will give your feet the bounce you need to stay light on your toes.

Rave Review: "Very stable tennis shoe. Color actually looks nicer in person. Break-in period required as it's stiff around the ankle area."

Women's Tennis Shoe

This Japanese brand is a favorite of consistent tennis players. They fit comfortably straight out of the box (no breaking-in required!), and are designed for that explosive momentum needed to save a ball at the far end of the court.

Rave Review: "I will forever be devoted to this shoe for the courts. Not sure how they were engineered to be so light AND stable, yet here we are. If you’re fast on the court or you feel your shoes are holding you back from exploding off the baseline to the net, these are a DO NOT MISS!!"

Women's AXILUS 2 Energized Sneaker

The reviews say that these fit a tad narrow, but that's great news if you have narrow feet! Your feet will feel super supported, and many customers said they didn't get any blisters on the first wear. That's what we love to hear!

Rave Review: "The shoe is made well. This is my second pair, but I wish I would have gotten a third. It performs well on the court and broke in quickly."

Products The Point

These are designed for running and also have a collar that hugs your Achilles if you're sensitive or have had previous injuries in that area. For running drills or during games where you're practically sprinting from one side of the court to the other, you'll want to give these tennis shoes a try.

+ Keds The Court Sneaker

This pickleball collab is for beginners who value a cute outfit just as much as a good racquet technique. The cushiony footbed helps absorb impact, while the retro-inspired design looks good long after the game wraps up.

Rave Review: "Love these sneakers. I have larger feet and could never find white kicks that don't look huge. These are perfect and they're very comfortable."

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