String comparison
Poly Tour Rev vs Poly Tour Spin
Yonex Poly Tour Rev against Yonex Poly Tour Spin: ratings, specs and which one fits your junior.
The short answer
Both are polyester strings. Poly Tour Rev leads on control, durability and tension hold. Poly Tour Spin leads on comfort. For a junior with arm concerns, Poly Tour Spin is the safer choice. Poly Tour Spin 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 Poly Tour Rev if…
- You want more control (9 vs 8 out of 10)
- You want more durability (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- You want more tension hold (8 vs 7 out of 10)
- Best for: high-performance players confident in their strokes
- Best for: spin seekers wanting control
- Best for: players who generate their own power
Pick Poly Tour Spin if…
- You want more comfort (7 vs 6 out of 10)
- Arm comfort comes first (arm friendliness 3/5 vs 2/5)
- Your player is younger (recommended from age 14 vs 15)
- You want to spend less (from $14 vs $16 a set)
- Best for: spin seekers wanting comfort
- Best for: players needing help generating RPMs
- Best for: defensive players valuing control + spin
Specs side by side
| Spec | Poly Tour Rev | Poly Tour Spin |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Polyester | Polyester |
| Construction | Octagonal co-polyester monofilament with SIF (Silicone-Infused Filament) technology | Pentagonal co-polyester monofilament |
| Gauges | 16, 16L, 17 | 16L, 17 |
| Stiffness | High | Medium high |
| Set price | $16–20 | $14–18 |
| Reel price | $170–200 | $150–180 |
| Arm friendliness | 2/5 · Low | 3/5 · Moderate |
| Cost to maintain | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Recommended from | Age 15 | Age 14 |
| Levels | Advanced, Elite | Intermediate, Advanced, Elite |
| Play styles | Baseliner, Big hitter | Baseliner, Defensive |
| Junior tension | 46-50 lbs for juniors. String low - stiffest in Yonex range. | 48-52 lbs for juniors. Drop 3 lbs for more depth. |
Poly Tour Rev in short
Yonex Poly Tour Rev features an octagonal shape for extra bite plus SIF (Silicone-Infused Filament) technology to increase string snapback and spin potential. The stiffest in the Yonex Polytour range - a bit stiffer, crisper and more control-oriented than Poly Tour Pro. "Definitely more control oriented, which is exactly what I need for attacking tennis." Firm but muted, which helps comfort. Above-average tension maintenance in lab testing. A big string for high-performance players - not for beginners. Good for players with arm pain wanting comfort without power loss.
Poly Tour Spin in short
Yonex Poly Tour Spin features a pentagonal shape for extra bite on every stroke. The most comfortable string in the Yonex Polytour range - soft on the arm while still providing spin and control. "If you're looking for control first and spin second, the Polytour Spin would be ideal." Shots leave the racquet with direct response and heavy spin, though may land shorter - drop tension 3 lbs for more loop and depth. Tension maintenance is excellent (12-16 hours) but some report dramatic drop-off when it dies. Good for defensive players setting up points with spin.
Poly Tour Rev vs Poly Tour Spin: quick answers
Which has more spin, Poly Tour Rev or Poly Tour Spin?
They tie on our spin rating (9/10 each).
Which is more arm-friendly for a junior?
Yonex Poly Tour Spin scores 3/5 for arm friendliness, against 2/5 for Poly Tour Rev. It is recommended from age 14.
Which lasts longer?
Yonex Poly Tour Rev rates 8/10 for durability against 7/10.
Which is cheaper?
Poly Tour Rev costs about $16–20 a set and Poly Tour Spin about $14–18, at typical retail.
The short answer and the "pick if" lists are generated from our ratings and junior data only. Data verified 2025-01 (Poly Tour Rev) and 2025-01 (Poly Tour Spin).