Been eyeing for a new machine ever since the Ennoxx Motor on my current machine started squeaking loudly. But so far it comes and goes and maybe just needs a good lubing after 3k+ rackets. Was probably making more of an excuse to just buy something new and probably set myself for another 3 years+. Simplest for me was to get an Exthree Machine from Victor in that sick Purple. Or spend a chunk more for a Tennis / Badminton Machine the Precision 5.2. Probably will have easier time with service / parts for future if needed. The other option was to wait for the new Tennisman Deluxe with improved turntable / stiffness. But with no mention of any improvements to the Ennoxx Motor I decided to skip this option.

Negatives for me for Yonex or Victor Exthree Machines:
1. Large profile & seems like a poor use of space vs a tabletop + an up/down desk table. (granted I can make them tabletops but then paying for the whole machine anyways to just have the stand in storage.
2. Both machines do the back&forth motion when doing prestretch. I prefer the yonex 8.0/9.0 as its most similar to my Ennoxx Motor.
3. Speed looks about the same as the previous gen.
4. $$$$$ Have to put this here

Positives:
1. Victor - Electronic adjustment stand (if I use)
2. Victor - Ratchet adjustment system seems interesting with its 3rd knob
3. Victor - Lighting + Cellphone holder
4. Yonex - Can do Tennis and has Diablo gripper vs the beak version. Guess its preference I don't really mind either.
5. Both -Very nice 4 tooth lighter clamps.
6. Victor - Closer puller, move string to use to preweave. Yonex - one is pretty far away and doesn't adjust like its fanciers brothers because of it being able to string tennis.

Features I like to keep with my current Machine:
1. Prestretch time adjustment - the Ennoxx can adjust from 0.1-1sec prestretch hold
2. Memory - Most of my clients are either like 24-27lbs. So I have my memory functions catered for 24 & 26lbs.
3. Those xpider clamp bases (probably will try migrating them over at some point)
4. Turn on / off constant pull

Some things I would like to improve my current Machine:
1. 5% prestretch where is it?
2. More finer adjustments on clamps / lighter clamps / lower profile for tight spots
3. Faster pull speed
4. Be able to adjust tension while pulling
5. Auto-Brake with 360 degree locking.

After 2 months of pondering and still, I would never thought of looking towards the Chinese manufacturers for my next machine. But after seeing a video on how others start mains with Prestretch. One of the chinese machines that isn't a Tokozuki machine was able to adjust tension up or down. After that I started to probe other Brands and their OEMs. I ended up landing on Huipaiyiji as one of my friends has a machine made by them and its pretty decent quality. Also I use both their starting clamps more then any other one atm. At first looking at their newest machine, it looks very similar to a Yonex Protech. The tension head has the touch button as well in the same spot as well. After asking some questions to the manufacturer and reading its spec sheet I decided to take the plunge and order.

Pull Speed Medium (75%) / Clamps / Bases Vids:

This machine ticked off alot of what I would like and is a pretty good copy of the Tokozuki models in features with a low price tag. While it does only have 3 quick settings for speed (low, medium & high) These can be adjusted individually such as slow can be 65%, medium can be 70% and high can be 90% in settings. There is also an adjustment for Auto Lock delay. Whether its to lock right away before pulling or have the string settle at an angle then the machine locks. I also hope that also means it won't unlock right away when the tension is release as sometimes the turntable whips the racket around.

Once the machine arrives I'll post an update of how its like.