Tennibot Partner vs. Volley: What You Need to Know

We often get asked about other ball-collecting devices like Volley and how they compare to Tennibot’s Partner. Here’s a no-fluff breakdown to help you make an informed choice if you're serious about automating your training.

1. Price Tag vs. Value

Let’s start with the obvious: Volley costs between $1,500 and $3,000 per month. That’s up to $36,000 per year, with no ownership. It’s a rental-only model targeted at clubs, not individuals. Even if you're just exploring new ways to train, that's a steep experiment.

Tennibot Partner? It’s yours for a one-time price of less than $3K—less than a single month of Volley—and it comes with a 60-day risk-free return and a 3-year warranty. That's it!

2. Both Use AI—but One Actually Learns

Volley uses AI to track your position and fire balls based on presets. But it’s still largely pre-scripted—what you set is what you get.

Tennibot Partner is different. With real-time adaptive learning, Match My Level mode, and three 4K synchronized cameras, the Partner doesn’t just follow commands—it responds. It evolves with your game, pushing you just enough to keep you improving without overwhelming you.

3. Stationary vs. Moving

Volley’s machine stays put. That’s fine if you want consistent reps from one location.

But tennis isn’t static, and neither is Tennibot Partner. It moves autonomously across the court, shifting angles and positions to replicate live match play. It brings randomness and realism into your training, helping you react, move, and hit like you’re actually in a rally.

4. Portability

Volley's main selling point is its ability to shoot serves, which is definitely cool! However, this cool feature comes at the expense of its portability and mobility. It is heavy and relatively large, making it more suitable for a club than an individual.

Final Thoughts

If you just want to practice return of serve, and money/portability is no object, then Volley is a good choice. If you want to play with a human-like ball machine at a competitive price with tons of AI capabilities and peace of mind of US-based support, then Tennibot is the right choice.