Model Comparison
Acemate S10 vs S10 Pro
Acemate makes two AI tennis robots. The S10 is the original real-rally robot; the S10 Pro is the flagship with a faster launcher, a bigger hopper, five training modes, and an AI opponent. The table below lines them up, with specifications from Acemate's product pages and manual and prices from our store. A dash marks a figure Acemate has not published.
Both models are from a single manufacturer. RoboticsSelect is an authorized Acemate dealer; specifications come from Acemate's official product pages and user manual.
Acemate S10 vs S10 Pro
| Spec | Acemate S10 | Acemate S10 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,999.00 | $2,499.00 |
| Availability | In stock | Pre-order; Acemate estimates shipping from around October 30, 2026 |
| Max ball speed | 60 mph (97 km/h) | 75 mph (120 km/h) with ACE+ SHOT |
| Ball capacity | 80 balls | 100 balls |
| Shot types | Topspin, backspin, flat, slice, lobs to 8 m | Topspin, backspin, flat; trajectory height 1 to 8 m |
| Spin | Up to 60 rps, 6 levels | Not published |
| Feed interval | 1 to 15 s | 1 to 15 s (Ball Machine mode) |
| Launch angles | 0 to 180 degrees horizontal; 10 to 40 degrees vertical | 180 degrees horizontal; 7 to 40 degrees vertical |
| Training modes | Rally and drills (40+ built in, unlimited custom) | Rally, Drill, Serve, Ball Machine, Battle (100+ preset drills) |
| AI opponent | - | Battle mode: Defense, Attack, Topspin, Variety styles |
| Cameras | Dual 4K, 30 fps | Dual 4K HDR binocular |
| Movement | Up to 5 m/s across the baseline; mecanum wheels | 360-degree movement on mecanum wheels |
| Runtime | About 2 to 3 h per charge; about 3 h recharge | Up to 5 h in Ball Machine mode; charge time not published |
| Battery | Swappable 36 V 7 Ah (241.2 Wh) | Removable Acemate battery |
| Controls | Acemate app on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Android | App on iOS, Android, iPad, Apple Watch, Wear OS; gesture control |
| Net catching height | Up to 170 cm | Deploys to 1,964 mm on support poles |
| Size, net stowed | 45 x 55 x 50 cm | 557 x 501 x 642 mm |
| Weight | 17.8 kg (39.2 lb) | 23.0 kg (50.7 lb) |
| Courts | Hard, clay, grass; dry conditions only | Hard, clay, grass; dry conditions only |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Both robots share the idea that makes Acemate different: binocular 4K vision reads your shot, the base moves to catch it, and the launcher returns it, so a rally continues for as long as your balls land in the target zone. The S10 is the proven version of that formula at everyday club pace. The S10 Pro raises the ceiling in four places: 75 mph feeds through the ACE+ SHOT launcher, a 100-ball hopper, five named training modes including a Battle mode where the AI plays as a defensive, attacking, topspin, or varied opponent, and up to 5 hours of ball-machine runtime. It is also 5 kg heavier and taller, and it ships as a pre-order. A dash marks a figure Acemate has not published.
Which Acemate should you buy?
Acemate S10
$1,999.00Choose the S10 if you want a rally partner today at the lower price. Feeds to 60 mph cover the pace most club and league players face, the 80-ball hopper gives a long set between refills, the swappable battery runs about 2 to 3 hours, and the 39-pound body folds small enough for one person to carry. It is in stock now, and every accessory we sell fits it.
Acemate S10 Pro
$2,499.00Choose the S10 Pro if pace and structure matter more than delivery date: 75 mph feeds for advanced hitters, 100 balls per load, Serve mode for return practice, Battle mode against an AI opponent with four styles, 100+ preset drills, gesture control on court, and up to 5 hours in Ball Machine mode. Acemate estimates shipping from around October 30, 2026, and your pre-order is refundable before it ships.
Accessories for either robot
$99.99The Acemate Battery is the upgrade most owners make first: a second pack turns a low battery into a swap instead of a wait. The Gen 2 Telescopic Poles, Collection Net, and Mecanum Wheels are the replacement parts for the catching system and the drive, and all of them fit both the S10 and the S10 Pro.
Acemate comparison FAQs
Does the S10 Pro replace the S10?
No. Acemate sells both: the S10 for everyday rally practice at up to 60 mph, the S10 Pro for more pace, capacity, and drill variety. The Pro's own comparison table on Acemate's site frames the choice the same way.
How does the rally actually work?
You set a target zone in the app. The robot's cameras track your shot in flight; if it lands in the zone, the base moves to catch it in the net and returns it with the settings you chose, and the exchange continues. If your shot misses the zone, the robot feeds the next ball from the hopper. The S10 moves within about 2 m behind the baseline, a range you can adjust in the app.
Which courts and balls can they use?
Hard, clay, and grass courts, in dry conditions only; neither robot is waterproof. The S10 accepts standard tennis balls including junior balls. Acemate's Kickstarter and product pages mention a pickleball version in development, which we do not carry.
What warranty applies, and who handles support?
Acemate covers both robots with a one-year limited warranty from the date you receive the product. Claims need proof of purchase, the serial number, and photos or video of the fault; batteries and consumables, falls, water damage, and unauthorized repair are excluded. RoboticsSelect is an authorized dealer, so support starts with us: email support@roboticsselect.com or call (412) 415-7375, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm EST, and we coordinate with Acemate and SwitchBot's service network.