Picking Wilson or Head is a pretty tough choice. Both brands are leaders in the industry. The design of both, Wilson and Head tennis rackets, is pretty appealing, and also playing characteristics are at the highest possible level. The question if you like more Roger Federer, the synonym of Wilson or Novak Djokovic, the Head global ambassador, makes the choice even harder. Below you will find a little bit more information to help you in picking.
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My Wilson racket choice
WILSON CLASH
Wilson Clash is the latest model from Wilson. Version 1 was introduced in February 2019. Clash offers a unique combination of power, control, and spin for all intermediate and advanced players.
Wilson versus Head comparison
[companies, design, product range]
Companies background
Wilson
Wilson Sporting Goods Company has headquarters in Chicago, IL. It is a fully owned subsidiary of Finish Amer Group Ltd. from 1989. Wilson was established in 1913 as part of the meat producer Ashland Manufacturing Company. Wilson focused on the special use of slaughterhouse byproducts. In 1914 it produced e.g. tennis strings. The name Wilson Sporting Goods Company was adopted after a series of acquisitions and mergers in 1931.
Currently, Wilson family brands consist of Wilson itself, Louisville, DeMarini, Atec, Evoshield, and Luxilon (tennis strings – check our guide on how to choose the best tennis strings). Wilson produces sportswear and equipment for Baseball, Tennis, Golf, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Softball, Badminton, Racquetball, and Squash.
Check the full range of Wilson products at their store here.
Head
Head was established as a ski equipment producer back in 1950 by Howard Head. In 1969 Head widened its production to tennis by manufacturing the first metal tennis racket. Currently, Head UK Ltd. is a private company with headquarters in London, UK. Head sell alpine skis and equipment, snowboard products, tennis, racquetball, paddle, squash, and pickleball rackets. It also produces tennis balls (Penn brand) and footwear. Tyrolia, Mares, SSI, and rEvo are also brands owned by Head UK Ltd.Design
Wilson
Wilson is a conservative brand and the design respects it. However, I have to say that the current design with the black frame is stunning. I like the simple but modern look of Wilson rackets. I prefer the full black frame version of ProStaff, but rackets with a colored stripe on the racket frame (green, orange, or red) are beautiful too. It must be said that the different colors mean different products. Green is reserved for Blade rackets, Orange for Burn, Black for Pro Staff, Blue for Ultra, and Gray-Orange for new Clash.
Head
Head is definitely the boldest tennis brand in terms of design. Their frames are known for striking colors that catch your eyes. From orange-blue Head Radical via blue Head Instinct to clear yellow of Head Extreme. Head rackets can be hardly overlooked. They are not very popular among conservative players used to grey and black racket frames and white only shirts and shorts, but the younger generation is all in for Head striking racket design.
Product Range
Wilson
CLASH | SHIFT | ULTRA | BLADE | BURN | PRO STAFF |
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Power and Control and Spin | Power and Spin | Power and Spin | Spin and Control | Power | Control |
Read our review of WILSON BURN 100 Countervail tennis racket | |||||
SHOP WILSON CLASH v2 at official Wilson store HERE | SHOP WILSON SHIFT at official Wilson store HERE | Shop WILSON ULTRA at official Wilson Shop HERE | Shop WILSON BLADE at official Wilson store HERE | Shop WILSON BURN at official Wilson Store HERE | Shop WILSON PRO STAFF at official Wilson Shop HERE |
Head
GRAVITY | PRESTIGE | SPEED | RADICAL | INSTINCT | EXTREME |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
New! Force | Full Control | Ultimate Power | Control and Spin potential | Power and Comfort | Power and Spin |
SHOP HEAD SPEED TENNIS RACKETS ON AMAZON | SHOP HEAD RADICAL TENNIS RACKETS ON AMAZON |
Head introduced special kids racket series Head Maria and Head Novak for young players.
Players
Wilson is an undisputed leader among professional tennis players. It is the number one choice for both, ATP and WTA players. However, Head is at least trying to challenge Wilson’s position among men. Both brands have one global ambassador known not just to tennis fans. Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic are definitely tennis superstars and their marketing reach is well beyond the borders of the tennis world.
Wilson
| Men | Roger Federer | Grigor Dimitrov | Juan Martin Del Potro | Milos Raonic | David Goffin | Tennys Sandgren |
| Ladies | Simona Halep | Elena Svitolina | Jelena Ostapenko | Serena Williams | Venus Williams | Petra Kvitova |
The full list of players using Wilson rackets can be found here
Head
| Men | Novak Djokovic | Alexander Zverev | Marin Cilic | Andrey Rublev | Taylor Harry Fritz | Diego Schwartzman |
| Ladies | Sloane Stephens | Asleigh Barty | Barbora Krejcikova | Bianca Andreescu | Daniele Collins | Maria Sharapova |
The full list of players using Head rackets can be found here
Check the latest numbers of players from ATP and WTA TOP 100 using respective racket brands here
Wilson vs Head, my subjective pick is …
Do you like more Roger or Novak? The answer to this question will help you a lot in picking the racket of your choice. However, if I look at the features and playing characteristics of Wilson and Head rackets I have one strong favorite.
Wilson Clash would be my choice. I like the new “revolutionary” concept of Clash. The control, the power, the comfort. All I want from the racket is there. You can check my review of Wilson Clash here to find out why I am so thrilled about it. By the way, I like Novak Djokovic more than Roger, but Wilson Clash is just perfect for me.
All Wilson rackets can be bought at the Wilson Official Store
All Head rackets can be bought at Amazon here
