Badminton Strings
Compare popular strings by brand, feel, tension, and playing style.
Showing 8 strings
Yonex
BG65
One of the most popular all-time strings from Yonex. Thick gauge offers great durability and is perfect for beginners and recreational players who break strings often.
Gauge
0.70 mm
Tension
20–30 lbs
Feel
Crisp
Best for
Yonex
BG80
A high-repulsion string offering exceptional shuttle speed and a sharp, crisp feel. Favoured by attacking players who rely on powerful smashes.
Gauge
0.68 mm
Tension
22–30 lbs
Feel
Sharp
Best for
Yonex
BG66 Ultimax
Ultra-thin multifilament string delivering outstanding repulsion and touch. Provides a soft feel for precise shot placement. Popular with elite players.
Gauge
0.65 mm
Tension
19–29 lbs
Feel
Soft
Best for
Yonex
Aerosonic
The world's thinnest badminton string at 0.61mm. Offers extraordinary feel and control but is delicate — best suited for skilled players with clean strokes.
Gauge
0.61 mm
Tension
17–27 lbs
Feel
Very Soft
Best for
Yonex
Nanogy 95
High-performance string using Yonex's Nano Technology for enhanced durability without sacrificing feel. Excellent balance of power and control.
Gauge
0.69 mm
Tension
20–28 lbs
Feel
Crisp
Best for
Li-Ning
No. 1
Li-Ning's flagship string, used by top professionals. Delivers explosive repulsion and a crisp sound, ideal for aggressive play at high tensions.
Gauge
0.65 mm
Tension
20–30 lbs
Feel
Sharp
Best for
Victor
VBS-66N
Victor's popular high-repulsion string with a nylon multifilament construction. Great balance between power and durability at an accessible price point.
Gauge
0.66 mm
Tension
20–28 lbs
Feel
Crisp
Best for
Yonex
BG65 Ti
Titanium-enhanced version of the classic BG65. The titanium coating improves repulsion and adds a slight boost in performance while maintaining the durability the BG65 is known for.
Gauge
0.70 mm
Tension
20–30 lbs
Feel
Crisp
Best for
Quick Comparison Table
| String | Brand | Gauge (mm) | Tension (lbs) | Repulsion | Control | Durability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BG65 | Yonex | 0.70 | 20–30 | Medium | Medium | High |
| BG80 | Yonex | 0.68 | 22–30 | High | High | Medium |
| BG66 Ultimax | Yonex | 0.65 | 19–29 | High | High | Low |
| Aerosonic | Yonex | 0.61 | 17–27 | Medium | High | Low |
| Nanogy 95 | Yonex | 0.69 | 20–28 | High | High | Medium |
| No. 1 | Li-Ning | 0.65 | 20–30 | High | High | Medium |
| VBS-66N | Victor | 0.66 | 20–28 | High | Medium | Medium |
| BG65 Ti | Yonex | 0.70 | 20–30 | Medium | Medium | High |