String comparison
RPM Team vs Revolve
Babolat RPM Team against Wilson Revolve: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are polyester strings. RPM Team leads on power, control, comfort and tension hold. They score the same for arm friendliness (3/5). Revolve costs less per set.
Ratings
Power
Spin
Control
Comfort
Durability
Tension hold
Ratings are on a 1–10 scale. The higher score is in bold when they differ.
Pick RPM Team if…
- You want more power (7 vs 6 out of 10)
- You want more control (9 vs 8 out of 10)
- You want more comfort (7 vs 6 out of 10)
- You want more tension hold (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- Best for: players who like Blast but want more comfort
- Best for: juniors with fast swings seeking control
- Best for: all-court players wanting spin with comfort
Pick Revolve if…
- You want to spend less (from $8 vs $17 a set)
- Best for: budget-conscious families wanting quality poly
- Best for: juniors trying polyester for first time
- Best for: players wanting spin + control at low cost
Specs side by side
| Spec | RPM Team | Revolve |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Polyester | Polyester |
| Construction | Eight-sided co-polymer with silicone coating and micro air bubbles | Tri-polymer co-polyester with low-friction additive |
| Gauges | 16, 17 | 16, 17 |
| Stiffness | Medium high | Medium |
| Set price | $17–19 | $8–10 |
| Reel price | $120–140 | $80–100 |
| Arm friendliness | 3/5 · Moderate | 3/5 · Moderate |
| Cost to maintain | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 13 | Age 13 |
| Levels | Intermediate, Advanced, Elite | Intermediate, Advanced |
| Play styles | Baseliner, All court, Big hitter | Baseliner, All court |
| Junior tension | 48-52 lbs for juniors. Holds tension better than Blast so can string at normal range. | 48-52 lbs for juniors. |
RPM Team in short
The string of choice for Carlos Alcaraz when he won his first Grand Slams. Launched in 2012 as a more comfortable version of RPM Blast, RPM Team combines an eight-sided shape for bite with a cross-linked silicone surface to boost snapback. What sets it apart is its low-density design using micro air bubbles to cushion ball impact. Despite being designed for comfort, it tested as one of the firmest Babolat strings in the lab - proving the air bubble technology works. Better tension maintenance than Blast makes it more cost-effective for frequent players.
Revolve in short
Wilson designed Revolve so the main strings could snap back more effectively, multiplying the player's efforts into heavier spin. The tri-polymer construction includes a low-friction additive to make the string more comfortable when swinging at higher speeds. Playtesters found it on the soft end of the spectrum - "felt soft, but not mushy." With great control and lots of spin, Revolve is a solid option for advanced players and experienced intermediates. As a budget-friendly option, it's significantly cheaper than similar strings like RPM Blast.
RPM Team vs Revolve: quick answers
Which has more spin, RPM Team or Revolve?
They tie on our spin rating (8/10 each).
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
They score the same, 3/5. RPM Team is recommended from age 13 and Revolve from age 13.
Which lasts longer?
They tie on durability (8/10). Tension maintenance: RPM Team 8/10, Revolve 7/10.
Which is cheaper?
RPM Team costs about $17–19 a set and Revolve about $8–10, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (RPM Team) and 2025-01 (Revolve).