Titan ONE review – is it worth $2,299?

Are you serious about drilling and want to skip the entry-level pickleball machines? If that's you, you'll like the Titan ONE. This is a top-tier pickleball machine that's built to train like you play.

I came into this review with high expectations. The Titan ONE is a larger, all-in-one version of the Titan ACE, which is already one of our favorite machines. I tested the Titan ONE on the court to see how it performs, how easy it is to use, and whether it's worth the $2,299 price tag.

If you're serious about improving your game and want one of the most high-tech machines on the market, you need to check out the Titan ONE. This is loads of fun to drill with. It's a little heavy, but it fits in almost any trunk and can be wheeled around easily.

Watch my first thoughts on the Titan ONE:

One standout feature is how easy it is to customize drills using the app. You can simulate real gameplay or work on exactly what you want to practice. If you want speed, this is faster than you'll ever need. Then, set it to slow dinks to practice your placement.

The spin settings are unreal too – you can put crazy topspin and backspin on the ball. Whatever area you want to focus on, this machine has you covered.

The main downside is the accuracy when changing speed. If I set up a drill with alternating shots at different speeds, the balls become less consistent. This doesn't happen if I'm hitting the same shot over and over. I also wish there were a description of the preset drills. If you're new to drilling, it won't be clear what some of them do.

Overall, the Titan ONE is a game-changer. It combines the Erne's customizability with the compactness and portability of the Slinger Slam Pack. If you're ready to spend over $2,000 on a training machine to improve your game, I can't recommend this enough.

Here are the main features of the Titan ONE pickleball machine.

This machine is designed almost like a large suitcase, which makes it very easy to maneuver. The wheels are very durable and great for any surface, and the handle is sturdy and comfortable to pull. While it is heavy when lifting it out of your trunk, you don't notice the weight at all once you're wheeling it around.

The Titan Drills app is a major bonus. I like that I can test out shots, program my own drills, and add random shots into the drills. If you want a machine that can simulate the unpredictability of the real gameplay, you'll like this one.

I significantly improved my two-handed backhand after programming multiple drills to place the ball at different spots to my backhand. This forced me to drop or drive the ball.

I love that this machine is wireless, so I don't have to find an outlet at the courts. The battery life is listed as two hours, but it usually lasts longer for me. You can easily get three hours of use, unless you're doing a lot of speed-heavy shots (these run the battery down faster).

It's easy to pop the battery out and charge it. You can also buy spare Titan batteries so you never run out.

The Titan ONE has an excellent speed range. You can go from super slow to dangerously fast. No joke – I had to put my glasses on to test out the top speed (70 mph) because I was scared the ball would bounce off my paddle and hit me in the face. I can't see even professional players needing this speed.

You can customize the height, depth, and side-to-side shots with the app. The app helps you understand where the ball will land. I like to set up drills where I vary between low dinks and pop-ups to help me stay on my toes and be ready to attack when an opportunity presents itself.

The ball capacity (listed as 85) is lower than some machines I've tried, though I can get around 90 in without them falling out. That's enough for me, but if you need more, you can get the Titan ONE Pickleball Hopper Extension for $99. That'll up your capacity to 240 balls.

The Titan ONE is around the same size and weight as the Erne, but it's a lot more portable. Its design is more compact, skinnier, and taller. This helps you fit it in your trunk more easily.

It has an "all-in-one" hopper design, rather than the hopper being a separate piece that you attach like the Erne or Titan ACE. The zipper lid on the top lets you move the machine around without balls spilling out.

The only reason why it's not a 10/10 on portability is that it's a little heavy to get in and out of your car. When it's full, it goes from 48 lbs to 56 lbs. Lifting it again and again might put a strain on some people. Once it's on the ground, though, it's easy to wheel around.

Titan claims that the battery lasts two hours. You can likely push it to three hours, depending on the drills you're doing. The faster the drill, the harder the machine works, so the battery will run down quicker.

It's never run out of battery during my practice sessions, so it should be enough for most players. However, if you'd prefer even more battery life, check out the Erne (4-8 hours) or the SIMON X machine (10-12 hours).

The app is easy to navigate. Whether you're using a preset drill, creating your own, or choosing "Quick Start" mode, it's very intuitive. You can set up and start drilling straight away.

The accuracy varies. If I set the machine to hit the ball at the exact same speed for all 90 balls, it's 10/10. Side-to-side works great too. However, with drills that vary in speed and height, it's not always so accurate. If the motor has to slow down or speed up, you start to lose accuracy.

You can easily set up any drill or shot using the app. If you want to practice the same shots, you can create and save a drill to use again and again. Honestly, anything is possible with this machine. There isn't a shot or game-like setting that I can't replicate.

The Titan ONE has 12 pre-programmed drills. Let's take a look at each one:

At $2,299, the Titan ONE is a premium pickleball machine. It's priced right between the Erne ($1,899) and the SIMON X ($2,695), and it's 100% worth it. This machine will make you a better player and grow with you as you start practicing more advanced shots.

It offers something unique over most machines – it's one of the most customizable machines I've tested, all controlled through the app on your phone. It's a lot more compact and better designed than its closest competitor, the Erne, making it less of a hassle to transport and store.

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