SKU: PKSU
The Pickleball Tutor Spin Ultra is a portable ball machine for players, coaches, schools, and venues. It handles indoor and outdoor pickleballs at up to 60 MPH, feeds every 1–6 seconds, holds 125 balls, and includes a start-up delay.
Pickleball Tutor Plus Versus Spin
The Plus and Spin share a compact design and similar options. The Plus produces topspin and backspin; the Spin produces adjustable left and right sidespin.
| Feature |
Tutor Plus |
Tutor Spin |
Spin Ultra |
| Spin type |
Topspin / underspin |
Left / right sidespin |
Left / right sidespin |
| Positioning |
Portable; vertical spin |
Portable; lateral spin |
Spin model with automated drills |
| Oscillation and elevation |
Random standard; 2-line + electronic elevation optional |
Random standard; 2-line + electronic elevation optional |
Random + two-line; electronic elevation included |
| Preset programming |
None |
None |
4 preset shots + 2 drills |
| Remote options |
Optional two-button remote |
Optional two-button remote |
Two-button, FM, or phone remote |
Spin Ultra Features
The Spin Ultra adds a digital display, six preset drills, random and two-line oscillation, and electronic elevation. Drills cover dinks, third-shot drops, lobs, alternating forehand/backhand shots, and right/flat/left spin sequences.
- Adjustable ball speed up to 60 MPH
- Adjustable feed rate from one ball every second to one ball every six seconds
- Capacity of up to 125 pickleballs
- Random and two-line oscillation
- Electronic elevation with a control-panel display
- Adjustable trajectory from dink to lob
- Fold-out towing handle and built-in 3-inch caster wheels
- Rechargeable battery with up to four hours of playing time per charge
- Smart charger that shuts off automatically to help prevent overcharging
Power and Remote Options
Battery power is standard. An A/C-only model is also available and must be selected at purchase. Remote equipment must also be selected when ordering because installation may be required before shipment, and only one remote option can be used per machine.
- Two-button wireless remote — $200: Starts and stops ball delivery and controls oscillation.
- FM multi-function remote — $300: A small handheld unit that provides wireless control of the machine’s functions.
- Phone multi-function remote — $300: Uses a free app available for Apple and Android phones.
Specifications and Warranty
- Dimensions: 12 × 19.5 × 18 inches when closed
- Weight: 29 lb for the battery-powered model; 22 lb for the A/C-powered model
- Machine warranty: Three years
- Battery warranty: One year
Sports Tutor has manufactured ball machines for multiple sports for decades. With proper maintenance, the Pickleball Tutor is designed to provide years of use.
