String comparison
4G vs Tour Bite
Luxilon 4G against Solinco Tour Bite: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are polyester strings. 4G leads on power, comfort and tension hold. Tour Bite leads on spin and control. For a junior with arm concerns, 4G is the safer choice. Tour Bite 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 4G if…
- You want more power (6 vs 5 out of 10)
- You want more comfort (5 vs 3 out of 10)
- You want more tension hold (10 vs 7 out of 10)
- Arm comfort comes first (arm friendliness 2/5 vs 1/5)
- Your player is younger (recommended from age 14 vs 15)
- Best for: control-oriented advanced juniors
- Best for: players who hate restringing frequently
- Best for: players who value precision over power
Pick Tour Bite if…
- You want more spin (10 vs 8 out of 10)
- You want more control (10 vs 9 out of 10)
- You want to spend less (from $10 vs $21 a set)
- Best for: control-obsessed advanced players
- Best for: aggressive topspin baseliners
- Best for: string breakers (excellent durability)
Specs side by side
| Spec | 4G | Tour Bite |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Polyester | Polyester |
| Construction | Co-polyester monofilament with poly-ether-ether compound | Square-shaped co-polyester with sharp edges |
| Gauges | 16, 16L | 16, 16L, 17, 19, 20 |
| Stiffness | High | High |
| Set price | $21–22 | $10–12 |
| Reel price | $170–200 | $130–150 |
| Arm friendliness | 2/5 · Low | 1/5 · Not arm friendly |
| Cost to maintain | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 14 | Age 15 |
| Levels | Advanced, Elite | Advanced, Elite |
| Play styles | Baseliner, All court | Baseliner, Big hitter |
| Junior tension | 48-52 lbs for juniors. Better tension maintenance means more consistent feel over time. | 44-48 lbs for juniors. String low due to stiffness - string feels firmer than it strings. |
4G in short
Luxilon 4G was designed with one goal: better tension maintenance than ALU Power. Made with Luxilon's magical poly-ether-ether compound, 4G strings feature best-in-class durability, control and tension maintenance. Unlike many polys that go dead after 8-10 hours, 4G keeps its feel and control far longer. Its tension holding score of 100% isn't marketing hype - it's backed up by lab data. Control is where 4G shines, making it a workhorse that's reliable, consistent, and built for precision.
Tour Bite in short
Launched in 2009, Tour Bite not only became a staple with collegiate level players, but it also helped vault Solinco into a top-tier string brand. This firm co-polyester is designed for advanced players who demand the ultimate in control, durability and spin. The square profile with sharp edges is ideal for aggressive topspin players who like to rip the felt off the ball. With its stiff response, slippery surface and grippy edges, Tour Bite specializes in hitting spin-loaded balls that drop hard and hop powerfully off the court. One of the very best polys out there with the best combination of spin, price, durability and feel.
4G vs Tour Bite: quick answers
Which has more spin, 4G or Tour Bite?
Solinco Tour Bite, with a spin rating of 10/10 against 8/10.
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
Luxilon 4G scores 2/5 for arm friendliness, against 1/5 for Tour Bite. It is recommended from age 14.
Which lasts longer?
They tie on durability (9/10). Tension maintenance: 4G 10/10, Tour Bite 7/10.
Which is cheaper?
4G costs about $21–22 a set and Tour Bite about $10–12, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (4G) and 2025-01 (Tour Bite).