Iván Hernández Dalas: Tennibot launches Partner V2, its latest robotic tennis ball machine

The Tennibot Partner V2.

Partner V2 includes Apple Watch integration and can be controlled with the Tennibot mobile app. | Source: Tennibot

Tennibot Inc., a developer of AI-powered tennis training equipment, today launched the Partner V2. This smart tennis ball machine brings together artificial intelligence, a lighter form factor, and expanded shot capabilities.

“We built the Partner V2 for one reason: to give every tennis player access to the kind of intelligent, adaptive training that used to require a full-time hitting partner or private coach,” said Haitham Eletrabi, the founder and CEO of Tennibot. “This isn’t just a ball machine — it’s a smart training partner. With a lighter design, expanded shot range, and AI that learns what you need, the V2 is the most complete tennis practice machine we’ve ever created.”

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Partner V2 is smaller than its predecessor, with a greater range

Building on its predecessor, the Partner V2 tennis ball machine introduces meaningful upgrades, according to Tennibot. The Auburn, Ala.-based company said its new machine is 13.6% lighter and 14.4% smaller than the previous generation. This makes it one of the most portable programmable tennis ball machines in its performance class, it claimed.

The V2 also delivers a 37% increase in vertical range. This enables a broader spectrum of feeds, from defensive lobs to aggressive topspin shots.

Partner V2 also features upgraded braking motors designed for better shot consistency and smooth transitions between shot types, such as a drop shot to baseline or a lob to drop shot.

Tennibot touts AI Custom Drills

What separates the Partner V2 from a conventional tennis ball machine is its built-in AI Custom Drills engine, asserted Tennibot. The system automatically configures shot placement, pace, spin, and sequences based on the specific skills a player wants to develop.

Whether targeting topspin forehands, quick net volleys, or full-court movement patterns, the AI creates fully personalized practice sessions that adapt to each player’s goals, the company said.

For players seeking a fully autonomous practice setup, the Partner V2 ball machine can be bundled with the Tennibot Rover, an AI-powered tennis ball collector. Together, the ball machine and ball collector enable nonstop drill sessions with zero manual ball pickup, noted Tennebot.

The Partner V2 tennis ball machine is available now at an introductory price of $2,245 (regularly $3,500). Every unit is designed and manufactured in the U.S.

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