Wilson

Ultra 99 Pro review

Built on the Steam 99 mould. Controlled power and a heavy, penetrating ball.

Racquet product shot
Highly recommended
Head 99 100: 100
Weight 305g 100: 300g
Pattern 16×18 100: 16×19
Stiffness 69 RA 100: 67 RA
Swingwt 330 100: 322
Balance HL 100: HL
Full specsUltra 99 Pro · Ultra 100
Ultra 99 ProUltra 100
Head size99 sq in100 sq in
Weight (unstrung)305 g300 g
Weight (strung)323 g318 g
Swingweight330322
Stiffness69 RA67 RA
String pattern16×1816×19
BalanceHead LightHead Light
Fit check

Is it for you?

Level (NTRP)
Swing
Arm
Your match Strong fit
Strong fit. Drive the ball with a full swing and get power you can aim.

    Performance

    Ultra 99 Pro Ultra 100

    Playtest

    Power you can aim.
    Full notes

    Tighter and more precise than the Ultra 100, with a heavier, penetrating ball and a more connected feel. The open 16×18 adds spin with a flatter launch.

    + Pros

    • Controlled power, heavy ball
    • More precise than the Ultra 100
    • Spin from the open 16×18
    • Excellent serving frame

    − Cons

    • Less easy power than the Ultra 100
    • Less pure control than a control frame
    • Not for compact strokes
    • 16×18 loses tension faster

    String for

    50–53 lbs 22.5–24 kg Soft poly, full bed, 1.25mm Pick: Yonex Poly Tour Pro

    Recommended strings

    1. 1
      Solinco Hyper-G Soft Spin poly Maximum spin, still comfortable.
      49–52 lbs 22.2–23.5 kg · 1.25mm
    2. 2
      Luxilon ALU Power Control poly Keeps the open pattern from getting wild.
      50–53 lbs 22.5–24 kg · 1.25mm
    3. 3
      Yonex Poly Tour Pro Spin control poly Good bite and tension retention.
      50–53 lbs 22.5–24 kg · 1.25mm

    Who plays it

    Tour frames customised
    • Alex de MinaurCounter-Puncher
      ATP #9 · Luxilon Natural Gut · 19.5 kg

    Verdict: 8.4

    Wilson's controlled-power 99: the loved Steam 99 mould delivering a heavier, more precise, more connected ball than the Ultra 100. Easier power: Ultra 100. More control: Blade 98 16×19 V9.

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    FAQ

    Is the Wilson Ultra 99 Pro good for beginners?

    Not really. Beginners are better served by the easier Ultra 100 first.

    Wilson Ultra 99 Pro vs Ultra 100: which should I buy?

    The 99 Pro for a tighter, more precise frame and a heavier ball. The Ultra 100 for easier power and a bigger sweet spot.

    Is the Wilson Ultra 99 Pro arm-friendly?

    Comfort is reasonable with a sensible setup. For sensitive arms, a soft poly at moderate tension or a hybrid.

    What string and tension is best for the Wilson Ultra 99 Pro?

    A soft poly in the low 50s lbs. Restring often: the open 16×18 loses tension quickly.

    Is the Wilson Ultra 99 Pro a control or power racquet?

    Controlled power, between the easy-power Ultra 100 and a dedicated control frame.

    What is the Steam 99 mould in the Ultra 99 Pro?

    A long-loved Wilson layout, popular as a WTA pro stock frame, known for blending control and spin.