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Partner vs. Lobster

Padel Ball Machine Comparison — Which one is right for you?

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How they Stack-up

Tennibot Partner V2, Tennibot Partner Lite and Lobster Padel Machine compared across price, performance, battery and warranty.
Specification Tennibot Partner V2 Tennibot Partner Lite Lobster Padel Machine
Price
$2,275 $1,495 ~$2,199
Mobility
Moves autonomously Stationary Stationary
Max Ball Speed
10–70 mph 10–70 mph 10–80 mph
Ball Capacity
140 balls 140 balls 150 balls
Battery Life
4–5 hours 4–5 hours 4–8 hours
Battery Type
10.5Ah Makita-compatible 10.5Ah Makita-compatible 12V rechargeable
Max Spin
3,600 RPM 3,600 RPM Not clearly specified
Charge Time
90 minutes 90 minutes 1–3 hrs (Premium Charger)
AI Features
Player tracking, court vision Player tracking, court vision No AI features
App Control
Full mobile app (real-time control + drill customization) Full mobile app (real-time control + drill customization) Apple WiFi remote
Weight
35.7 lbs 25 lbs 42 lbs
Dimensions
17.7″ x 22.6″ x 21.5″ (5.0 cu ft) 15″ x 10″ x 19″ (1.6 cu ft) 26″ x 16″ x 22″ (5.3 cu ft)
Safety
Human detection sensors Human detection sensors No detection features listed
Guarantees
60-day money back 60-day money back 30-day (5% restocking fee)
Warranty
3 years 3 years 2 years (wheels/battery 6 mo)
Made in USA
Yes 🇺🇸 Yes 🇺🇸 Yes

The Bottom Line

Lobster offers a reliable padel-compatible machine with solid build quality and American manufacturing at ~$2,199.

But Lobster’s padel models have no cameras and no player tracking, so every ball is a pre-set pattern rather than a response to where you actually are. The Tennibot Partner Lite puts AI court mapping and adaptive placement in a stationary machine for $1,495, and the Partner V2 adds autonomous movement to vary the angles padel is built around.

And if court movement isn’t what you’re after, the Partner Lite runs the same AI, 4K cameras, drills and app in a stationary 25 lb machine for $1,495 — about $700 less than the Lobster.

Lobster is dependable. The Tennibot Partner is built for how padel is actually played.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a ball machine for padel?

Yes. The Tennibot Partner is designed for padel with AI-powered court mapping calibrated for padel court dimensions, autonomous movement, and adaptive shot placement. Lobster also offers padel-compatible machines, though they have no cameras, no AI, and no padel-specific intelligence.

Is Tennibot better than Lobster for padel?

For padel specifically, AI vision is the bigger advantage. Lobster fires pre-set patterns with no awareness of where you are, while both Tennibot models map padel court dimensions and adapt placement in real time. The Partner V2 adds autonomous movement on top, which widens the range of angles you can train against.

Can Lobster be used for padel?

Yes, Lobster makes padel-compatible models with up to 80 mph speed and 150-ball capacity. However, they have no cameras, no padel-specific AI, and no player tracking — every ball is a pre-set pattern rather than a response to your position.

What is the best padel ball machine?

The Tennibot Partner is the most advanced padel ball machine available in 2026, with AI-powered player tracking, autonomous court movement, and padel-specific court mapping. No other machine offers this combination of intelligence and mobility for padel training.

How much does a padel ball machine cost?

Padel ball machines range from ~$2,199 (Lobster) to $5,600 (Viborance). The Tennibot Partner at $2,275 is competitively priced while offering AI, mobility, and adaptive training that premium-priced alternatives lack.

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Sources

Both products are made in the USA. Pricing as of 2026.