Beginners are sometimes encouraged to buy oversized racquets - up to 105 square inches of strings.

Mid-size and mid-plus are usually preferred by intermediate and advanced players. A third option, mid-size plus (95-105 square inches), may be the best option as it will still be suitable as you improve.

Most players should go for a reasonably slim frame to ensure reasonable flexibility (some pros like big thick frames which are very stiff).