String comparison
NRG2 vs NXT Power
Tecnifibre NRG2 against Wilson NXT Power: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are multifilament strings. NRG2 leads on spin and durability. NXT Power leads on comfort. They score the same for arm friendliness (5/5). NRG2 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 NRG2 if…
- You want more spin (6 vs 5 out of 10)
- You want more durability (5 vs 4 out of 10)
- You want to spend less (from $14 vs $18 a set)
- Best for: players with arm issues or tennis elbow
- Best for: developing juniors with slow to medium swings
- Best for: doubles players wanting touch on volleys
Pick NXT Power if…
- You want more comfort (10 vs 9 out of 10)
- Best for: maximum comfort seekers
- Best for: players with serious arm issues
- Best for: those who find standard NXT too firm
Specs side by side
| Spec | NRG2 | NXT Power |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Multifilament | Multifilament |
| Construction | 1,120 Elastyl fibers bonded with flexy polyurethane resin, SPL coating | Enhanced multifilament with extra shock absorbing fibers |
| Gauges | 16, 17 | 16, 17, 18 |
| Stiffness | Low | Low |
| Set price | $14–18 | $18–20 |
| Reel price | $150–180 | $180–220 |
| Arm friendliness | 5/5 · Excellent | 5/5 · Excellent |
| Cost to maintain | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 8 | Age 8 |
| Levels | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner, Intermediate |
| Play styles | All court, Serve and volley, Touch player | All court, Touch player |
| Junior tension | 52-56 lbs for juniors. | 52-56 lbs for juniors. |
NRG2 in short
Tecnifibre NRG2 features 1,120 individual Elastyl fibers bonded with polyurethane resin offering 400% elasticity. This gives 12% more power than standard synthetic polyamide strings. The SPL (Silicon Pyrogene Lubritec) coating improves durability and resistance to notching. "Let's not mince words, Tecnifibre NRG2 is powerful" - ideal for players with slow to medium strokes still developing their swings. Playtesters raved about the soft, buttery feel. One of the best tennis strings for tennis elbow.
NXT Power in short
While nothing can replicate natural gut comfort, NXT Power comes awfully close. Wilson has packed it with even more shock absorbing fibers than the original NXT, delivering outstanding comfort and feel. Makes modern stiff frames feel perfectly dampened. The closest synthetic alternative to natural gut in terms of pure comfort.
NRG2 vs NXT Power: quick answers
Which has more spin, NRG2 or NXT Power?
Tecnifibre NRG2, with a spin rating of 6/10 against 5/10.
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
They score the same, 5/5. NRG2 is recommended from age 8 and NXT Power from age 8.
Which lasts longer?
Tecnifibre NRG2 rates 5/10 for durability against 4/10.
Which is cheaper?
NRG2 costs about $14–18 a set and NXT Power about $18–20, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (NRG2) and 2025-01 (NXT Power).