Everyone talks about Styles. Nobody talks about rackets.
But racket choice matters more than most players realize. The difference between default racket and Ice Racket is the difference between getting aced every serve and returning consistently.
After testing every racket across multiple Styles, here's which ones actually make a difference.
All Rackets Comparison
| Racket | Stats | How to Get | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Racket | +15% Speed | Code: MCZW25EASR7 | S |
| Golden Racket | +20% Power | Gacha | S |
| Frozen Racket | +10% Speed, +5% Power | Code: Y7Q667XRSJK | A |
| Crystal Racket | +10% Speed, +10% Control | Events | A |
| Flame Racket | +5% Power | Gacha | B |
| Default | None | Starting | F |
How Rackets Work
Rackets provide passive stat bonuses that apply to every swing.
Unlike Styles, rackets don't have active abilities. You equip one, the stats apply automatically, and you forget about it.
Stats include swing speed (how fast you can return shots), power (how hard you hit), control (how accurate your aim), and sometimes special effects like freeze duration extension.
You can only equip one racket at a time. Switching happens in the cosmetics/equipment menu at the lobby.
Racket Stats Explained
Understanding what each stat does helps pick the right racket.
Swing Speed
The most important stat for most players.
Swing speed determines how quickly your character returns shots. Higher speed means more time to position and fewer whiffed returns.
Against power Styles like Void, swing speed is mandatory. Their shots arrive fast. Without speed, you physically can't swing in time.
Power
How hard your shots hit.
Power makes returns faster and harder for opponents to track. It also increases smash damage for offensive playstyles.
Power matters less than speed for most builds. A fast weak hit is better than a slow strong hit because you can actually land it.
Control
Accuracy of your aim.
Control reduces variance in where your shots land. High control means the ball goes exactly where you aim. Low control means slight randomness.
Control is the least impactful stat. The difference between high and low control is barely noticeable in practice.
Special Effects
Some rackets have unique effects beyond raw stats.
The Frozen line extends freeze duration for Styles with freeze abilities. The Fire line adds visual effects and minor burn damage.
Special effects are niche. Most players prioritize raw stats over effects.
All Rackets
Here's every racket in Neo Tennis with stats and how to get them.
Default Racket
Stats: None How to get: Equipped automatically at game start
The placeholder racket. Zero stat bonuses. Replace immediately with literally anything else.
Keeping the default racket is the biggest equipment mistake new players make. Even the basic code rackets are massive upgrades.
Ice Racket
Stats: +15% Swing Speed How to get: Redeem code MCZW25EASR7
The best free racket in the game.
+15% swing speed is significant. Against fast Styles like Void, this can be the difference between returning serves and getting aced.
Pair Ice Racket with defensive Styles (Liberation, Samurai) or any Style that needs help returning shots. Also excellent on Limitless because your ability handles offense while speed handles defense.
Every player should have this. Redeem the code immediately.
Frozen Racket
Stats: +10% Swing Speed, +5% Power How to get: Redeem code Y7Q667XRSJK
The balanced code racket.
Less speed than Ice but adds power. Good for players who want offense and defense in one package.
Pair with power Styles like Void or Curse King. The power bonus enhances your already strong offense while the speed helps defensively.
Slightly worse than Ice Racket for pure defense but better for aggressive playstyles.
Golden Racket
Stats: +20% Power How to get: Spin from gacha
The offensive option.
Maximum power means maximum smash damage. Opponents feel the hits. Returns are harder to return.
No speed though. If you can't return serves, power doesn't matter. Only use Golden Racket if your mechanics are solid enough to return without speed help.
Pairs well with Void. The power stacking becomes oppressive.
Crystal Racket
Stats: +10% Swing Speed, +10% Control How to get: Event rewards (limited availability)
The control option.
Control matters less than other stats but some players prefer consistent aim over raw power. Crystal provides that.
Also gives decent speed as a secondary stat. Usable option when events make it available.
Flame Racket
Stats: +5% Power, Fire Visual Effect How to get: Spin from gacha
More cosmetic than functional.
The fire effect looks cool but doesn't meaningfully impact gameplay. +5% power is mediocre compared to Golden's +20%.
Skip unless you specifically want the visual effect.
Neon Rackets (Various)
Stats: Vary by specific neon racket How to get: Limited cosmetic packs
Cosmetic variants with similar stats to basic rackets.
These exist for visual customization. If you like how one looks and the stats are usable, equip it. Otherwise, stick with Ice or Frozen.
Best Racket for Each Style
Matching racket to Style maximizes effectiveness.
Limitless
Use Ice Racket.
Limitless already handles offense through ability. Your weakness is getting aced before building Flow. Speed fixes that.
Liberation
Use Ice Racket.
Liberation is defensive. Speed enhances defense. Max speed with max stamina creates an unbreakable wall.
Void
Use Golden Racket or Frozen Racket.
Void is offensive. Power stacking makes your hits devastating. If you struggle returning, use Frozen for the speed compromise.
Samurai
Use Ice Racket.
Quick Draw requires half-volleys. Speed makes half-volleys easier to execute consistently.
Employed
Use Ice Racket or Frozen Racket.
Employed needs speed for returning but also benefits from power for aerial smashes. Personal preference.
Curse King
Use Golden Racket.
Curse King is pure power. Stack it higher.
Common/Rare Styles
Use Ice Racket.
Weak Styles need all the help they can get. Speed compensates for lack of abilities.
How to Equip Rackets
Navigate to the lobby. Open the equipment or cosmetics menu. Find the racket section.
Select the racket you want. Confirm equip. Done.
New rackets from codes or spins appear in your inventory automatically but aren't equipped by default. Always check after redeeming.
Upgrading Rackets
Some rackets can be upgraded for additional stats.
Upgrading requires currency earned from matches. Higher upgrade levels cost more.
Prioritize upgrading your main racket before diversifying. A +3 Ice Racket beats having three unupgraded rackets.
Upgrade stats vary by racket. Ice gains more speed per upgrade. Golden gains more power. Check upgrade previews before committing resources.
Racket Tier List
Quick reference for which rackets are worth keeping.
S-Tier
- Ice Racket (best free option, essential speed)
- Golden Racket (best for power builds)
A-Tier
- Frozen Racket (solid balanced option)
- Crystal Racket (good when available)
B-Tier
- Neon variants (cosmetic with okay stats)
- Flame Racket (cosmetic focused)
F-Tier
- Default Racket (replace immediately)
Common Mistakes
Keeping Default Racket
The #1 equipment mistake. Default has zero stats. Any other racket is better. Redeem codes and equip Ice Racket immediately.
Power on Defensive Styles
Liberation with Golden Racket is wrong. You need speed for defense. Power does nothing if you can't return shots.
Speed on Power Styles
Less wrong than the reverse, but still suboptimal. Void with Ice Racket works but Golden Racket is better. Match racket to playstyle.
Ignoring Upgrades
Unupgraded good rackets are worse than upgraded decent rackets. If you're sticking with one racket, upgrade it.
Summary
Get Ice Racket from codes. Equip it. This alone puts you ahead of 80% of players using default.
Later, consider Golden Racket for power builds or Frozen Racket for balanced play.
Upgrade your main racket before trying alternatives.
Done. Equipment optimized.
Related Neo Tennis Content
- All Working Codes for free rackets
- Style Tier List for matching Styles to rackets
- Mechanics Guide for using your racket effectively
- Beginner Guide for getting started
