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Tennibot Introduces Partner Lite AI Ball Machine Priced at $1,495 for Tennis and Padel
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Tennibot Introduces Partner Lite AI Ball Machine Priced at $1,495 for Tennis and Padel

Tennibot has launched the Partner Lite, an AI-powered ball machine priced at $1,495, aimed at making intelligent training more accessible. This new model offers app-guided custom drills similar to those in the flagship Partner V2 but features a stationary design to reduce costs for athletes and training facilities.

The introduction of Partner Lite is significant as it addresses the high cost of advanced training equipment, which has been a barrier for many players. By providing a more affordable option, Tennibot aims to expand its user base in the growing sports of tennis, pickleball, and padel, where technology adoption is on the rise.

Orders for Partner Lite began on August 26, 2026, with shipping set to start in September. The machine is designed to work with Tennibot’s Rover autonomous ball collector, allowing users to enhance their training systems over time. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.

Editor's Note

The launch of Tennibot's Partner Lite reflects a growing trend in sports technology where affordability meets advanced training solutions. As more players seek to leverage AI for skill enhancement, the introduction of cost-effective options like Partner Lite could reshape the competitive landscape in tennis, padel, and pickleball training.

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