The price of an airless basketball depends mostly on how many are made and what the shell is printed from. Limited collector editions cost many times more than a regular ball, while 3D-printed airless balls made for everyday play cost far less.
Why airless basketballs exist
A normal basketball is a rubber bladder filled with air. Over time it loses pressure, bounces lower and needs a pump. An airless ball replaces the bladder with a 3D-printed lattice shell. The lattice holds the ball's shape and gives it bounce, so there is nothing to inflate and nothing to go flat.
What drives the price of an airless basketball
The first airless basketballs were small limited runs, made as showpieces and collector's items rather than balls for everyday games, and priced far above any regular ball. Since then, 3D-printed airless balls built for playing have arrived at a much lower price. The Apex airless basketball is one of these: made to be played with, and shipped worldwide for free with no duties.
What you get
| Size | Official size 7 (29.5 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 600 g |
| Shell | 3D-printed double-layer honeycomb |
| Pump needed | No, it never deflates |
| Colors | 7 options |
Is an airless basketball worth it?
It is worth it if you want a ball that is always ready to play, makes a striking gift, or looks good on a shelf between games. The honeycomb surface lasts longest on indoor floors and smooth courts.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an airless basketball?
It depends on the type. Limited collector editions cost many times more than a regular basketball, while 3D-printed everyday balls like the size 7 airless basketball cost far less. The product page shows the price for your country.
Does an airless basketball bounce?
Yes. The lattice shell compresses and springs back, which gives the bounce that air normally provides.
Can you use it outside?
Yes, but smooth courts are best. Rough asphalt wears any printed surface faster.
Does it ever need air?
No. There is no bladder and no valve, so there is nothing to pump.
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