Yoyo Strings

Looking for the best yoyo strings? For beginner or advanced tricks, the right string makes all the difference. Shop all YoYoFactory Europe high-performance, polyester replacement yoyo string options for every play style and skill level.

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Replacement yoyo strings for YoYoFactory yoyos, suitable for all skill levels.
Yoyo String Pack Green – 10 pcs of Replacement Yoyo Strings
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Yoyo String Pack Green – 10 pcs of Replacement Yoyo Strings

5.99 €
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replacement yoyo strings Mix
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YoYoFactory Yoyo Strings – Polyester String for All Yoyos

Price range: 2.99 € through 15.99 €
Yoyo String Pack Mix – 10 pcs of Assorted Color Yoyo Strings
Yoyo String Pack Mix – 10 pcs of Assorted Color Yoyo Strings
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Yoyo String Pack Mix – 10 pcs of Assorted Color Yoyo Strings

5.99 €
yoyofactory knot bad yoyo strings yellow
yoyofactory knot bad yoyo strings yellow
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YoYoFactory Knot Bad Strings – Advanced Yoyo String Pack

Price range: 5.99 € through 19.99 €
YoYoFactory Thin Yoyo Strings – For Looping and 2A Tricks
YoYoFactory Thin Yoyo Strings – For Looping and 2A Tricks
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YoYoFactory Thin Yoyo Strings – For Looping and 2A Tricks

Price range: 2.99 € through 15.99 €
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Bright green and yellow two-tone polyester yoyo string for all yoyos.
Two-tone green and yellow polyester yoyo string for all yoyo tricks and performances.
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Bright green and yellow two-tone polyester yoyo string for all yoyos. Green Yellow

YoYoFactory Yoyo Strings – Two-Tone Polyester String for All Yoyos

Price range: 3.49 € through 16.99 €

Yoyo Strings FAQ

Why Replace Yoyo String?

Buying replacement yoyo strings are essential during frequent yoyo playing.

 

  • Wear & Tear: Strings wear down over time. Fraying, tension loss, or discoloration are signs it’s time to switch.
  • Performance Boost: A fresh string improves trick performance and spin time.
  • Safety: A worn-out string can snap mid-trick. 

Pro Tip: We recommend regularly changing to a new yoyo string once you notice signs of fraying to prevent breakage.

Putting on a yoyo string correctly is essential. 

 

  • Two Ends: One end has a finger loop, the other wraps around the bearing.
  • For Unresponsive Yoyos: Keep the yoyo assembled, untwist the open end (not the one with the finger loop), then loop it over the bearing.

YoYoFactory Europe offers the best type of yoyo string for both responsive and unresponsive yoyos.

The yoyo string length depends on your height and personal preference. 

 

Do you know how to adjust yoyo string length to keep your yoyos performing at their best?

 

  • Standard Length: Let the yoyo touch the ground and cut the string slightly above your waist.
  • Customize Length: Adjust based on trick style and comfort.
  • Slip Knot: Learn how to tie a yoyo string knot that fits comfortably on your finger.

Yoyo String Tips

Cotton vs Polyester Yoyo String

Cotton strings were traditionally used for decades yet generally wear out faster and can affect the yoyo’s performance.

 

  • Cotton: Traditional, soft feel. Wears out quickly and absorbs moisture. Recommended for wooden yoyos.
  • Polyester: Durable, slick, and fray-resistant - ideal for all modern yoyos. Not recommended for wooden yoyos.

 

Do you know the best type of yoyo string? 

 

  • Polyester yoyo string is the top choice for players wanting speed, slack tricks, and consistency in modern yoyo play.