Acemate is already taking pre-orders for the upcoming S10 Pro, an upgraded autonomous tennis robot designed for interactive rally practice, customized drills and match-style training. Building on the standard S10 (our full review here), the Pro model increases maximum ball speed and ball capacity while introducing an upgraded shot system and additional training modes.
We are currently testing the S10 Pro ball machine and will provide a full review here shortly. My first impressions are strong, though. This is a significant upgrade from the regular S10. The ball speed, the slightly larger size for more balls, the improved calibration, more and better drills. I have tested 9 or 10 ball machines recently and this one is the one I keep coming back to becuase of its versatility and fun drills.
The movement is a game-changer as it creates a more dynamic pattern of play, which resembles hitting with a human a lot more. There are usually a bunch of bugs with most ball machines, but my experience with the S10 Pro has been very smooth so far. Sure, it is not a light-weight machine and lugging it back and forth to the court is not always the most fun, but when I cannot find a hitting parter, the Acemate S10 Pro has stepped in and given me some excellent drills and chances to improve both footwork and stroke mechanics.
I also enjoy the “Battle mode” where you can play points with the Acemate and you have to hit 5 consecutive solid shots from difficult positions to win a point. It is an excellent idea and has been a lot of fun. I will make a more in-depth review for YouTube and fill this one out a bit more shortly, but in short: this is my favorite ball machine so far. And I have tested many.
Meanwhile, here’s a first look at what the new Acemate S10 Pro will offer.
You can pre-order the new Acemate S10 Pro from this link, use code TENNISNERD for 5% off the price.
Key Technical Specifications
- Ball Speed: Up to 75 mph (120 km/h), compared with 60 mph (97 km/h) for the standard S10.
- Ball Capacity: Holds up to 100 balls and features a deployable catching net reaching 1,964 mm in height.
- Court Mobility: Mecanum wheels enable 360° movement across the court.
- Feed Interval: Adjustable from 1 to 15 seconds in Ball Machine mode.
- Spin and Shot Options: Topspin, backspin and flat shots, with adjustable horizontal and vertical aiming.
- Battery and Runtime: Up to five hours in Ball Machine mode under the manufacturer’s specified operating conditions. Actual runtime varies with settings and usage.
- Dimensions and Weight:
- Net stowed: 557 × 501 × 642 mm (21.9 × 19.7 × 25.3 in).
- Weight: Approximately 23 kg (50.7 lbs).
Features and Training Modes
Autonomous Rally Tracking: The S10 Pro uses vision-based ball tracking to follow incoming shots, reposition itself and return suitable balls, enabling interactive rally practice. Acemate notes that not every incoming shot can be returned.
ACE+ SHOT™ System: Acemate’s upgraded shot system is advertised with ball speeds up to 75 mph and adjustable speed, spin, placement and trajectory.
Five Training Modes: Rally, Drill, Serve, Ball Machine and Battle. The robot also supports more than 100 preset drills, alongside customizable training sequences.
App Integration and AI Coaching: The Acemate app supports compatible iOS and Android smartphones, custom drills and training-data review, including AI-generated performance insights. The company also advertises control through compatible watches and gesture input.
Availability and Pricing
- Pre-order Period: September 16–October 30, 2026.
- US MSRP: $2,999.
- Introductory US Pre-order Price: $2,499. Find it via this link, use code TENNISNERD for a 5% discount.
- Estimated Dispatch: Around October 30, 2026. This is an estimated dispatch date, not a guaranteed delivery date.
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