Instantly convert between NTRP, UTR, and WTN ratings. Built by competitive USTA league players, for competitive players.
Approximate equivalencies across all three major tennis rating systems. Ranges overlap because player styles and competitive contexts vary.
| NTRP | UTR Range | WTN Range | Level | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | 1.0 – 1.5 | 39 – 40 | Beginner | Just starting out. Working on getting the ball over the net consistently. |
| 2.5 | 1.5 – 3.0 | 37 – 39 | Beginner+ | Can sustain a rally on moderate shots. Developing basic stroke mechanics. |
| 3.0 | 3.0 – 4.5 | 34 – 37 | Adv. Beginner | Fairly consistent on medium-paced shots. Starting to develop directional control. |
| 3.5 | 4.5 – 6.0 | 30 – 34 | Intermediate | Consistent rallying with some variety. Most popular USTA league level. |
| 4.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 | 25 – 30 | Adv. Intermediate | Dependable strokes with directional control and depth. Competitive league player. |
| 4.5 | 8.0 – 10.0 | 20 – 25 | Advanced | Mastering power and spin. Can handle pace and vary strategies mid-match. |
| 5.0 | 10.0 – 12.0 | 15 – 20 | Expert | Good shot anticipation. Can execute a game plan. Serves are weapons. |
| 5.5 | 12.0 – 13.5 | 10 – 15 | Elite Amateur | Developed weapons. Can compete at sectional/national level. |
| 6.0+ | 13.5 – 16+ | 1 – 10 | Professional | National/international tournament players. Current or former touring pros. |
The National Tennis Rating Program is the USTA's official rating system used for league play across the United States.
The Universal Tennis Rating is an algorithm-based rating that updates after every match for real-time accuracy.
The World Tennis Number is the ITF's global rating system giving every player worldwide a single comparable number.
The translator shows population-level averages. Your individual ratings will almost always diverge from these estimates. Here's why — and what that actually tells you.
UTR needs 8–10+ recent matches for accuracy. With fewer tracked matches, your UTR can sit well below your actual ability. NTRP has a full season of data; UTR may only have a handful of results.
UTR heavily weights score margins — winning 6-1, 6-2 moves your rating far more than 7-6, 7-5. If you win tight matches regularly, your UTR will lag behind your NTRP even though you're winning.
NTRP updates once per year. UTR updates after every match. WTN updates on its own schedule. At any given moment, each system is looking at a different window of your match history — they're rating slightly different versions of you.
NTRP is win/loss only. UTR factors in score margin and opponent strength. WTN uses its own algorithm with its own weighting. A player's WTN can land outside the expected range for their NTRP because the two systems are detecting the same competitive signal through fundamentally different lenses.
UTR tracks singles and doubles separately. Many players have a significantly higher doubles UTR because doubles matches often produce wider score margins. Your singles and doubles ratings are measuring different aspects of your game.
The letter after your NTRP (e.g., 3.5C) indicates how the rating was determined — not your position within the level. "C" means Computer-rated (calculated from match data at year-end, the most reliable type). Other codes include S (Self-rated), A (Appealed), M (Mixed doubles only), T (Tournament only), and D (Dynamic/Disqualified — bumped up mid-season). A "C" rating carries the most weight because it's backed by a full season of match results.
Divergence between your actual ratings and the translator estimates is normal and expected. The translator gives you a useful starting point — a map of the general territory. Your individual ratings reflect the specific factors of your game: how many matches each system has seen, whether you win close or dominate, and how recently you've played. The more matches you log across all three systems, the closer they tend to converge toward a consistent picture of your ability.
These are approximate equivalencies based on publicly available data, community observations, and cross-referencing player profiles across systems. Each system weighs different factors (UTR considers score margin, NTRP is win/loss based, WTN uses its own algorithm). Think of these as useful guidelines, not exact conversions.
This is extremely common. NTRP updates once per year and can lag behind your actual ability. UTR updates after every match, so it reflects your current form. Also, UTR penalizes you for losing badly even to higher-rated opponents, while NTRP treats all losses more equally. If you've improved recently, your UTR may outpace your NTRP.
The USTA calculates an internal "dynamic" rating that updates throughout the year based on your match results. However, they don't publish this number. Your official NTRP only changes at year-end. Sites like TennisRecord estimate your dynamic rating based on publicly available match data. MyTennisRating will offer similar estimated dynamic ratings with deeper analytics.
First, understand that bumps are based on match performance data, so your results suggest you're competitive at the higher level. Many players feel nervous after a bump but end up thriving. If you believe the bump is wrong, USTA offers an appeal process through your local section. The best strategy is to embrace the challenge and view it as recognition of your improvement.
Each has strengths. NTRP is required for USTA league play and is the most widely understood in the US. UTR is the most real-time and granular. WTN aims to be the global standard. For US recreational players, NTRP matters most for league registration, but UTR gives the most current picture of your ability. Ideally, you'd track all three.