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Franklin Sports portable pickleball nets
An affordable, easy-to-set-up net for a driveway or sport court.
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Franklin Sports portable pickleball nets at a glance
What we like
- Affordable, and widely available in a few designs
- Portable frames pack into a bag
- Quick setup for a casual game
Trade-offs
- Light frames can shift in wind
- Budget nets are not always perfectly regulation, so check the height and tension
- Not designed to stay out in the weather
- Best for
- Families and casual players who want to try pickleball without a big spend.
- Skip it if
- You play competitively or want a net that stays rock-solid in wind.
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Where it appears in our guides
Best budget net
Best Portable Pickleball Nets
An affordable, easy-to-set-up net that is perfect for a casual game. Light frames can shift in wind, budget nets are not always exactly regulation, and these are not meant to live outside.
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A portable net for a driveway court
How Much Space for Backyard Games?
A portable net lets you turn a driveway or patio into a pickleball court only when you need it. Measure first, because the court needs more room than most people expect.
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