The Rush Pro 4.0 is Wilson's flagship tennis shoe. Through the years, the various versions of the Rush Pro have proven to be all-around great options because of their step-in comfort, and this model fell right in line. "These shoes fit my feet really well, and I didn't need any break-in time," began Michelle. "I was happy with their overall feel from first to last wear! I liked that they were comfortable without being overly cushioned, and they seemed to form to my feet perfectly. The uppers were lightweight and breathable, and the laces were simple to cinch up. I felt low to the ground and connected to the court. No rubbing and no hot spots for me either. Cosmetically, I really like the look of them!"

Mark noted the fit right away, and he found the shoes to be true in length with a medium width throughout. He continued, "However, there was a little extra width in the toe box. In terms of comfort, there was zero break-in time required, and they provided better-than-average midsole cushioning. The upper material also contributed to the overall comfort of the shoes, and breathability was on par with the level of underfoot cushioning. The arch was in the right spot for my feet, and the listed medium height was fine for my somewhat high instep."

With the widest feet on the playtest team, Jason quickly noticed a more generous fit compared to previous models. He said, "I thought these shoes were more comfortable than the previous version simply because they provided a slightly wider fit. The underfoot cushioning was pretty similar to the last model, which means it’s above average and provides some nice padding while still being somewhat responsive."

Our team was very pleased with the stability and support of the Rush Pro 4.0s, and they noticed that previous problems with toe jamming seems to have disappeared with this update. Mark, who uses his court coverage as a weapon, thought the overall stability of the Rush Pro 4.0 was more than sufficient. He said, "In particular, the stance of the shoe being low to the ground rewarded me with a speedy feel. I was never concerned about rolling an ankle."

It took a little extra effort for Jason to find the fit he was looking for in these shoes. He said, "I really needed to cinch down my laces to get a locked-in fit and feel. But once secured, I was confident when moving side to side. Another positive here was the lack of toe jamming. That was an issue in the Rush Pro 3.0 for me, but I was happy to see that it was addressed in this update."

Michelle also found herself comfortable moving around the court in these shoes. She described, "The stability and support were almost exactly what I crave from my footwear. I felt really locked into the shoes and completely stable when moving aggressively. They were stable without feeling bulky, and they still felt fast and explosive."

The team continued to give the Rush Pro 4.0 high marks when it came to durability. The Rush Pros 4.0s boast a strong rubber material and come with a six-month outsole durability guarantee. Jason, who has been known to slide on hard courts, was really able to put the outsoles to the test with a solid 15 hours of use between tennis and pickleball. He said, "I still see plenty of tread life left. There is some balding near the medial toe region, but I think I could easily put another 10 to 15 hours on them."

Michelle was impressed with the durability of these Rush Pro 4.0s, especially given their outsole guarantee. She said, "The outsoles are wearing down slowly, and with the six-month outsole guarantee, I think these are going to be a fairly durable option for serious (and even non-serious) players."

Mark found the Rush Pro 4.0 to be a solid shoe in several areas, and it became an especially enticing option thanks to its durability and outsole guarantee. He said, "The outsole was long lasting, especially in the toe cap area of the shoes. And now that outsole warranties are less common than a few years ago, the fact that Wilson still offers one makes the Rush Pro 4.0 even more attractive."

Our players all have different preferences when it comes to traction patterns, but the Rush Pro 4.0s seems to provide each of them with what they need. Mark consulted his previous reviews on older versions of the Rush Pro and realized he gave those shoes high marks in terms of traction. He did the same for this updated model, saying, "The traction quality is precisely the same as the latest version. I was able to comfortably dive into shots and safely accelerate out of them."

"The unique tread pattern offered a good blend of grip and give," added Jason. "I found nice traction when pushing off, and I was able to slide out just slightly when stopping. It's definitely not as sticky as the Rush Pro 3.0. For me, that's a good thing."

While Michelle typically prefers more traditional traction patterns, the grip on these shoes fit her needs. She said, "They never felt too slippery, but they’re also not as tacky as some of the shoes we've tested this year. The traction was just right for me, which was good since I wasn't sure just by taking a look at the pattern."

The Rush Pro 4.0s were comfortable, stable and durable, all while remaining fairly lightweight. Michelle explained, "I think these fit perfectly into the midweight range. They don't feel heavy or insignificant. I felt really quick in them and ready to sprint for balls. Sometimes the more durable shoes can feel bulky; these did not."

Jason had no issues or complaints here. He said, "The Rush Pro 4.0s offered a quick feel when I was on the court and didn't feel too bulky or cumbersome. Unless you are looking for something very lightweight, you won't have problems with their weight."

On the men's side, the Rush Pro 4.0 weighs in at just under 14 ounces for a size 10.5, allowing Mark to consider them lightweight, speed-oriented shoes. He said, "Along with that lightweight feel, they feature better comfort, stability and durability relative to other court shoes I have tested in the same range of weight."