Our verdict
Best traditional full-court random oscillation in this price band
Choose elite two when randomized left/right and short/deep feeds are the training priority. It does not add two-line presets or saved custom drills.
The upgrade from elite one is movement across two axes
Elite one randomizes horizontally. Elite two adds random vertical oscillation and can combine horizontal and vertical changes, producing left/right plus short/deep variation that demands more adjustment and footwork.
This is still not a moving robot and it does not save custom drill programs. The machine stays fixed while its feed direction and elevation vary.
Key specifications
| Listed price | $1,699 |
|---|---|
| Current official stock state | Sold out when rechecked October 5 |
| Ball speed | 10–80 mph |
| Weight | 42 lb |
| Power / court time | Battery, electric or combo; 4–8 hours / unlimited AC quoted |
| Ball capacity | 150 |
| Oscillation | Random horizontal, random vertical, combined horizontal + vertical |
| 2-line function | None |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Who should buy it
Intermediate players training recovery and footwork
Random width and depth can make a session physically less predictable than horizontal-only oscillation.
Players who want 80 mph without app dependence
All core training changes are controlled within a traditional machine workflow.
Users with easy storage-to-court access
At 42 lb, this makes more sense when wheels, a vehicle or nearby storage handle most of the transport.
Who should skip it
Skip elite two if you specifically want narrow/wide two-line patterns, if 42 lb is too much, or if you expect a programmable drill library. Elite three or a smart app machine targets those needs differently.
Closest alternatives in our 14-model database
- Lobster elite one: cheaper if random vertical variation is not worth the premium.
- Lobster elite three: adds narrow and wide 2-line patterns for $300 more at the listed prices.
- Spinshot Player HS: adds programmable drill control while keeping an 80 mph ceiling.
Check the official Lobster Sports page ↗ Model cost per session
Source and commercial status: Core specifications, current listed price and visible stock state were rechecked against Lobster Sports’s official materials on October 5, 2026. This is independent desk research, not a hands-on durability test. Manufacturer buttons are direct source links, not paid ranking placements.