The best table football 2022

The best table football

This coin-operated table football has a universal playing surface. Overall, its equipment is of good quality and its players do not deteriorate quickly. Solid, stable and elegant, it is intended for domestic use. With its materials advocating a certain versatility, young and old can play. Aside from the plastic goal cages and the flat angles of the pitch, there is little to criticize its structure, which promises to hold out for years to come.

Despite its price, the Smoby Powerplay is both robust and stable, at least enough for its intended use. This table football is convertible to also act as billiards, hockey and ping pong. It stands out for its versatility and small footprint. In addition, you have everything you need in terms of accessories, which makes its value for money so interesting. Finally, the babyfoot table is quite functional with its raised angles.

This table football is aimed at the greatest technicians who play assiduously at home. Very robust, it does not move during use thanks to its beech design. Its design is fully customizable and its equipment allows you to perform lobs or play with the head. Its components increase the playing comfort and you have five cork balls.

Quite compact, the Smoby Challenger is also very light. This plastic toy features a relatively basic but interesting and functional design for those on a budget. Even if it moves, it’s the perfect gift for a young child. Compact, its feet are removable. Several equipments increase its practicality. Too bad, however, that he moves so much in the middle of the game.

This high-end French-designed table football stands out for its material quality, which makes it stable and robust. One of its advantages is its modern color design that fits perfectly into an interior. Its playing surface is ergonomic, providing excellent sensations, whether you are a beginner or an experienced player. In addition, its bars slide well and it mounts quickly.

our selection

Our Pick, Best Mid-Range	Best cheap	Best high end	Cheap alternative	High-end alternative
René Pierre Goal	Smoby Powerplay	Stella Home	Smoby Challenger	René Pierre Color
Fairly sturdy and with a good build quality, this model resembles those found in a bar but is more suitable for home use. It offers a pleasant playing feeling for a regular hobbyist.	Fairly solid, this multifunctional table football offers a 4-in-1 formula allowing it to be converted into other games. Well equipped and space-saving, it rather appeals to an audience of children and young adolescents.	This table football has a customizable design and a playing surface allowing you to play with more technicality, which is why it is suitable for experienced players. Its material quality makes it stable, durable and strong.	This budget-friendly plastic toy is intended exclusively for young children. Lightweight and compact, it offers a small playing surface which, after use, can be easily stored. In addition, it is easy to assemble.	This model offers excellent quality equipment. Stable, solid and ergonomic, it is suitable for adults as well as teenagers. In addition, its colorful design is perfect for furnishing a living room.
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Honorable mentions

Smoby N ° 1 Evolution (€ 123.49 when published): Certified by the CE, this 21 kg French design measures 86 x 120 x 87 cm to be suitable for children over 8 years old. Its red, black and wooden design is appreciated. The manufacturer provides two cork balls and there is also a ball launcher and a point counter. It presents an excellent quality / price ratio but its assembly is quite difficult (as usual at Smoby). Also, note that stocks are limited.

René Pierre Match (€ 1,185 at the time of publication): intended for domestic use, this model made of beech measures 168 x 98 x 44 cm. Its French-made design has a glossy finish and it includes the Gerflex carpet. At the end of the telescopic bars in chromed steel, there are long handles. The metal players are hand painted. You have a ball launcher and aluminum point counters. Upon delivery, you receive two balls. However, its quality / price ratio does not seem as interesting to us as that of the Color model.

René Pierre Pro (€ 1,499 at the time of publication): this table football exists in a version with or without coin mechanism. Designed for intensive and professional use, it has the following dimensions: 168 x 98 x 44 cm. The telescopic bars in chromed steel, the Gerflex mat, its ten cork balls, its point counters or even its hand-painted metal players, everything is there! It weighs more than 90 kg, testifying to its stability. However, it is not accessible to everyone.

Stella Handi (€ 1,699 at the time of publication): intended for people with reduced mobility, this game can accommodate up to four people in wheelchairs. It measures 180 x 110 x 93 cm and weighs 85 kg. Very robust, its structure is made from melamine beech. Quality vinyl play mat and 15mm diameter steel telescopic bars. There are also rubber shock absorbers and the goals are made of stainless steel. With the aluminum players, you can play with the head or make lobs thanks to the oblique side stripes.

How to choose your table football?

Present in a children’s playroom, in a bar to entertain adults or even in a living room where it also acts as a decoration, table football is still a great success, despite the advent of video games .

Before starting this buying guide, let’s clarify the different models of table football:

• Convertible table football : designed for children, it is smaller and can be transformed, depending on the model, into a hockey, ping-pong or billiard table. He weighs about twenty kg. A foldable model is more suitable for a child’s room.
• The coin operated table football : it is often present in cafes. To make it work, you must insert a coin or token. Stable, robust, fixed but less transportable, it generally weighs more than 70 kg for average dimensions of 155 x 76 cm.
• Living room table football : it strikes a balance between the coin mechanism and that for a child. Intended for adults, it weighs between 50 and 70 kg, and finds its place in an interior as a decorative piece of furniture.
• Table football : as its name suggests, it can be placed on a table. It is portable and less bulky, but it suffers from a great lack of stability.

Finally, be aware that there are also table footballs adapted for people with reduced mobility.

With these different types of products, there is something for all tastes, all audiences and all budgets. But how do you choose? This list of criteria should help you:

• The quality of the structure : prefer solid wood (beech being the most luxurious) to compressed wood because it has better finishes. For outdoor use, make sure that the wood is resistant to outdoor conditions (humidity, sunlight, etc.). Note that French-made table footballs are generally renowned for their strength and durability. Children’s models are usually made of plastic.
• The playing surface : there are three types of mats. The ITSF approved Gerflex (or vinyl) mat is the most suitable for everyone. The glass mat provides better control and is rather reserved for more experienced players. For a child, the carpet is often replaced by wood , for a less technical but fast and pleasant game. Also note that if the angles are slightly raised, this avoids incessant ball blockages.
• Design : ideally, consider matching the table football with your interior decoration, especially if it is placed in your living room. Indeed, these machines have a real aesthetic purpose in addition to their original function of amusement. Also remember to compare the dimensions with the space you have available. There should be approximately 1.5 m on each side of the handles for comfortable use.
• The quality of the equipment : the players are usually made of aluminum and each team has a colored outfit. The bigger they are, the more things you can achieve (head control, etc.). The steel bars provide excellent glide and the handles must be designed to provide good grip. Finally, professional foosballs must be fitted with jacks for optimal sliding.
• Balls : Cork balls are common in the market. They provide good control and excellent grip. Plastic balls are stronger and more durable but they are hard to control because they slide more. Finally, ITSF balls combine the qualities of cork and plastic balls for a better quality of play (technique, speed, power, control, etc.).
• Personalization : this concerns the shape of the handles, the color of the players, the mat, the finishes (matt or shiny), printing or even dyeing. These options are mostly suggested by the big brands.
• The reliability of the brand : the French are true craftsmen in the field and without a doubt the best designers. Among the most reliable brands, we find Bonzini at the top of the podium. Leader, it includes the most products on the market with portable, innovative and sturdy wooden models. The vintage style of the old brand René Pierre is also attractive. Stella, Petiot and Sulpie are also recognized. Finally, Smoby is the leader in table footballs for children.

NB: it is not uncommon for models to go up to € 4,000 but to meet the needs of our target audience and remain as accessible as possible, we limit ourselves to around € 1,500.

Our Choice: René Pierre Goal

This coin-operated table football has a universal playing surface. Overall, its equipment is of good quality and its players do not deteriorate quickly. Solid, stable and elegant, it is intended for domestic use. With its materials advocating a certain versatility, young and old can play. Aside from the plastic goal cages and the flat angles of the pitch, there is little to criticize its structure, which promises to hold out for years to come.

With a weight of approximately 55 kg, the Goal model finds its place in the living room as well as the playroom, thanks to its rather elegant wooden design. In terms of dimensions, it measures 150 cm x 105 cm x 89 cm for a playing field of 67.5 cm x 110 cm. If it is designed for those over 7 years old, it is especially from 10-12 years old that children can easily access it.

It is fitted with a melamine beech structure. This French manufacture also includes a Gerflex mat suitable for all levels of players. On the other hand, the corners of the playing surface are not inclined, which causes some blockages of balls.

Its space allows four people to participate in a game. The 14mm telescopic bars are made of chromed steel for optimal sliding.

In terms of equipment, the goal cages are made of plastic while the players are constructed from aluminum. These are hand painted, and the red team comes to challenge the blue team. Also note that they are guaranteed for 10 years.

This model comes with two cork balls ensuring good grip for better control. In addition, you benefit from a ball launcher and point counters.

Finally, you should know that the René Pierre brand has been specializing in the design of table footballs and billiards since 1952. It is recognized for the quality of its products and for its quick assembly.

The best cheap table football: Smoby Powerplay

Despite its price, the Smoby Powerplay is both robust and stable, at least enough for its intended use. This table football is convertible to also act as billiards, hockey and ping pong. It stands out for its versatility and small footprint. In addition, you have everything you need in terms of accessories, which makes its value for money so interesting. Finally, the babyfoot table is quite functional with its raised angles.

Where the shoe pinches often in this price range is stability. But with this 39 kg model, you will find the ideal strength for a pleasant game.

Recommended for young adolescents and children from 8 years old, its structure and wooden feet remain in balance. In all, it measures 120 cm x 87 cm x 90 cm and finds its place in a children’s room.

Certified by the European Community (CE), it is a French manufacture with a rather attractive multicolored design (there are mainly black, red, white, green and wood).

This convertible table football includes a multi-game table. This means that with a replacement of the plate, you can also play billiards, ice hockey, and ping pong. Each set can be stacked on top of another, which limits space requirements.

This 4-in-1 shape appeals to its buyers (especially for the quality of the billiards and table football)… even if they nevertheless deplore the small size of the ping pong table which, according to them, is unusable.

The manufacturer provides everything you need: quality billiard sticks and balls, balls, ping pong and net rackets, pucks….

The bars of the table football are made of metal. With the slightly curved angles on the field, the balls are never blocked.

However, the assembly is a bit long and tedious to achieve with all the small parts to assemble. But this is a brand-specific flaw, which also relates to other models.

However, Smoby Toys is the preferred option for children as it is renowned for its excellent build quality and good value for money. Be aware, however, that these are above all toys.

The best high-end table football: Stella Home

This table football is aimed at the greatest technicians who play assiduously at home. Very robust, it does not move during use thanks to its robust beech design. Its design is fully customizable and its equipment allows you to perform lobs or play with the head. Its components increase the playing comfort and you have five cork balls.

With the designation “Home”, the manufacturer determines the use for which it is intended. Very stable and solid, this fixed living room model weighs a little over 70 kg on the scale. Its dimensions are 158 cm x 100 cm x 93 cm.

Its design is available in light wood, black, white, yellow, concrete gray and taupe.

Made in France, its structure is made entirely of wood while its Gerflex playing surface measures 125 cm x 73 cm. Thanks to its side bands, it is possible to lob the goalkeeper.

The 15mm diameter chromed steel telescopic bars are fitted with rubber shock absorbers for a more comfortable glide. The players made of aluminum are taller so that they can play with their heads. In addition, the goal cages are made of stainless steel.

The manufacturer provides five cork balls, which are very eye-catching. In addition, it offers customization options at the level of the body, handles, players and game background.

Finally, the Stella Home is guaranteed for 2 years. It arrives pre-assembled. As for the brand, she places usability, durability, personalization and style at the center of her concerns. This gives you a unique look that is 100% to your liking.

A cheap alternative: Smoby Challenger

Quite compact, the Smoby Challenger is also very light. This plastic toy features a relatively basic but interesting and functional design for those on a budget. Even if it moves, it’s the perfect gift for a young child. Compact, its feet are removable. Several equipments increase its practicality. Too bad, however, that he moves so much in the middle of the game.

With dimensions of 74 x 50 x 47 cm, the Challenger is more aimed at young children (6 to 10 years old). It weighs only 7 kg on the scale, which gives it good portability but it moves quite often in use.

Its French design is basically made of plastic with thin non-slip metal feet. The small playing surface reproduces an imitation grass background. On the other hand, the proximity of its bars offer little playing space. In addition, its resistance is not really suitable for outdoor use.

In addition, it is easily disassembled. Indeed, its feet can be screwed and unscrewed quickly (unlike the other models of the brand), so as to facilitate its storage after use.

On the field, there is a team of blue players and another of red players. The UEFA Champions League version offers a contrast between the blue and white shirts. The package also includes two strong and durable plastic balls, a ball rest and point counters.

Despite everything, its lightness appears more as a defect than a quality. Its lack of stability highlights its more “toy” aspect. This explains its place as an alternative.

A high-end alternative: René Pierre Color

This high-end French-designed table football stands out for its material quality, which makes it stable and robust. One of its advantages is its modern color design that fits perfectly into an interior. Its playing surface is ergonomic, providing excellent sensations, whether you are a beginner or an experienced player. In addition, its bars slide well and it mounts quickly.

Practical to furnish a living room, a residence or to be part of a playroom, this model presents a modern and colorful look (as its name suggests) with beautiful finishes. Note that it is available in shades of orange, white, red and wood color.

With dimensions of 153 x 105 x 0.95 cm and a weight of 73 kg, it ensures optimal stability. Moreover, it satisfies an audience of more mature teenagers and seasoned or just passionate adults.

Designed in France, it is made from a melamine beech and it incorporates solid wood legs reinforced with metal. Its Gerflex playmat is versatile and allows players to juggle power and precision. In addition, the corners of the surface are raised so as to avoid ball blockages.

Its telescopic bars in hardened steel are thicker and they are equipped with shock absorbers to offer better sliding to its users. At the end of these, the handles are long and comfortable in the hand.

Among its accessories you will find aluminum players, a centrally placed ball launcher, two white cork balls and two metal point counters. The set is easy to assemble and assemble, but that’s no surprise with this brand.

However, its competitor is more ergonomic and it incorporates additional customization, which justifies its place as an alternative.