String comparison
Razor Code vs Razor Soft
Tecnifibre Razor Code against Tecnifibre Razor Soft: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are polyester strings. Razor Code leads on spin and durability. Razor Soft leads on comfort and tension hold. They score the same for arm friendliness (3/5). Razor Code 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 Razor Code if…
- You want more spin (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- You want more durability (9 vs 8 out of 10)
- You want to spend less (from $14 vs $16 a set)
- Best for: heavy string breakers (extreme durability)
- Best for: performance players and heavy hitters
- Best for: those with rackets over 300g
Pick Razor Soft if…
- You want more comfort (7 vs 6 out of 10)
- You want more tension hold (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- Best for: intermediate to advanced players wanting control with pocketing
- Best for: players who find Razor Code too firm
- Best for: those who like Yonex Poly Tour Pro or Head Lynx Tour
Specs side by side
| Spec | Razor Code | Razor Soft |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Polyester | Polyester |
| Construction | High Modulus Polyester Compound with Thermocore technology | High Modulus Polyester with melted polyurethane additive core |
| Gauges | 16, 17 | 16, 17, 18 |
| Stiffness | Medium high | Medium |
| Set price | $14–18 | $16–20 |
| Reel price | $150–180 | $170–200 |
| Arm friendliness | 3/5 · Moderate | 3/5 · Moderate |
| Cost to maintain | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 14 | Age 14 |
| Levels | Advanced, Elite | Intermediate, Advanced, Elite |
| Play styles | Baseliner, Big hitter | Baseliner, All court |
| Junior tension | 48-52 lbs for juniors. Don't go below 22kg (48.5 lbs). | 48-54 lbs for juniors. Don't go below 22kg. |
Razor Code in short
Razor Code is the most resistant and hardest to deform string in Tecnifibre's range. The High Modulus Polyester Compound ensures a firm feel and extreme durability, making it the top pick for performance players and heavy hitters. Thermocore technology brings flexibility despite the rigid material by using heating and cooling phases. Playtesters found excellent control (8/10), good feel (7/10), and surprising power for a 16 gauge co-poly. The Blue version is softer than White with a little more pop. Recommended for rackets over 300g.
Razor Soft in short
Developed for Daniil Medvedev, who wanted more power and pocketing than Razor Code. Constructed with the same high-modulus polyester but with a unique polyurethane additive melted into the core. Despite the name "Razor SOFT," this is not a soft string - it offers more pocketing than Razor Code while maintaining excellent control. A firm but not harsh string with excellent control on full swings. Outstanding playability duration - a well-known weakness of co-poly monofilaments. Medvedev has had his best seasons since switching to Razor Soft.
Razor Code vs Razor Soft: quick answers
Which has more spin, Razor Code or Razor Soft?
Tecnifibre Razor Code, with a spin rating of 8/10 against 7/10.
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
They score the same, 3/5. Razor Code is recommended from age 14 and Razor Soft from age 14.
Which lasts longer?
Tecnifibre Razor Code rates 9/10 for durability against 8/10.
Which is cheaper?
Razor Code costs about $14–18 a set and Razor Soft about $16–20, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (Razor Code) and 2025-01 (Razor Soft).