6 best table hockey

Table hockey is a childhood game of many people born in the USSR. Now children are immersed in the virtual world, so caring parents try to limit the time spent by offspring on a PC or other gadgets. Psychologists fully support this behavior of adults, because the live communication that occurs in the process of games helps to learn to communicate with the outside world correctly. Table hockey, for example, develops the speed of reaction, attention, thinking, logic, allowing the child to acquire new skills in a fun way.

Manufacturers create a variety of tabletop hockey modifications. So that the money is not thrown to the wind, and the game meets all the parameters, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the most popular models on the domestic market. We will also understand the characteristics, which should first be paid attention to when choosing.

Expertex expert.bigbadmole.com/en/ studied user reviews, making a rating of 6 of the best table hockey.

How to choose table hockey

1. Varieties. There are 4 main types: Play off - a classic game, which is a model for conducting RFNH matches. Differs in high quality of production materials and excellent assembly. Red line - a simplified version for beginners. Differs in the absence of transparent sides and counter heads. High speed is a game for people who have mastered the basic level and are ready to complicate the process. Differs in the improved field and the increased speed of the movement of a washer. Stanley cup - a game licensed by the NHL. It will suit the majority, since the difference from the classic version is only in the mirror arrangement of the Forward clubs.
2. Equipment. The box must contain the following items: a sealed bag with gates, washers, players, counters; play field; legs and two transparent sides, and also instruction. Be sure to check if everything is in place, because after making a purchase, it will be difficult to prove that the parts were missing initially and it is not always possible to purchase them yourself.
3. The quality of the glade and pins. Glade (plastic surface) should be smooth and free from defects in the form of dents, bumps, scratches. Slots should not have steps. If the puck gets stuck during a push without passing across the slot, then it will be inconvenient to play on such a surface. Check the pins with a slight pressure of your finger: do not fall under the ice - the sled shoulders are not broken.
4. Frame and mechanisms. Ideally, metal poles should be smooth, move gently and smoothly, without jamming. Intermediate support when turning should not provoke movements across more than 1-2 mm. Move the left-handed attacker, paying attention to how the frame behaves: if “breathing”, then this is a fatal defect, refuse such a purchase.
5. The size. Table hockey may have different dimensions. This is usually a platform installed on some kind of hard surface. But there are also models with legs on sale, which are a full-fledged gaming table that visually very much resemble table football.A lot of space is needed for such an item, as the players must be placed around the table, so make all the necessary measurements before buying, taking into account the additional free space.
6. Functionality. Table hockey models suggest a different implementation. There are options where the figures can go behind the gate, which gives players the opportunity to come up with many new combinations, thereby diversifying and complicating the match.
7. Scoreboard. It happens mechanical and electrical. Pros and cons have both options. Choose table hockey with the counter that is most convenient.
8. Where can one buy. Connoisseurs are advised to acquire games at competitions. In Russia, table hockey can be bought after the RFNH tournament. The option is good because the game has already passed the pre-tournament training, which means you and your child will not have to do anything. The price will depend on the number of matches played in the meadow. If you can go abroad, we recommend visiting Latvia, where competitions in table hockey are held. Turning to the organizers, you will get a quality new game for about 50 euros, which is much cheaper than buying the same model at home. Lower price due to the absence of extra charges for customs clearance. For those who do not want to bother too much, we recommend purchasing table hockey in sports or online stores. True, there is always a risk of getting caught on a poor-quality product.

What is the best table hockey or table football

Table hockey		Table soccer
Virtues	disadvantages	Virtues	disadvantages
lets you think up tactics	you can only play together	develops attention	the ball flies across the field in a chaotic manner
captures from the first minute		you can play together and four	installation requires special space in the room
develops a reaction		interesting to watch the play from the side
compact size and mobility

Ranking of the best table hockey

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Ranking of the best table hockey	1	Alaska (hockey with legs)	12 900 ₽
	2	Red Machine Play Off	5 900 ₽
	3	Stiga Stanley Cup	4 850 ₽
	4	Red Machine "Junior"	5 999 ₽
	5	Step puzzle	2 440 ₽
	6	Soviet	1 249 ₽

Alaska (hockey with legs)

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the rating is a model of table hockey, equipped with an electronic scoreboard instead of a mechanical score, powered by batteries. Due to this, there is no need to look for an electrical connection. The table can be transported to the right place, for example, to the cottage in order to enjoy the fresh air in the game. It is installed on any, even uneven surface, as the legs are equipped with jacks, with which it is easy to adjust the height so that the surface is not inclined. Users note that the case is immediately brought assembled, so to start the game it remains only to install the figures, scores and fasten the legs. The game is intended for two, where everyone has a team of five hockey players with goalkeepers. It is convenient to follow the score through the monitor, where goals are displayed. Glade of impact resistant material resistant to mechanical damage.

Red Machine Play Off

Rating: 4.8

The second line is occupied by table hockey with mechanical scores from a reputable manufacturer Red Machine. You do not have to look for access to the power grid to enjoy the game. This modern model has retained the design features of table hockey, which was played during the Soviet era, so the younger generation and the older generation will rejoice at the game. Glade is made of durable 5mm scratch-resistant MDF. Handles made of plastic, securely fastened to the rods. The bright design of the body repeats the famous match held between the team of the Soviet Union and Canada.The product is convenient to take with you to visit, to the country or nature, as the dimensions and weight allow it.

Stiga Stanley Cup

Rating: 4.8

The third position gets the table hockey model Stanley Cup from Stiga. Decorated with symbols of the Stanley Cup, and the figures repeat the commands of the Canadian championship (Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafes). The game is produced in a Lithuanian factory, therefore it meets European quality standards. In the kit, in addition to the players, there are gates, transparent plastic sides, washers and bills. The difference of this model lies in the different grip of the clubs. If most of the players have hockey sticks turned in one direction, here, with three players, they are directed to the left, and in the other two - to the right. You can arrange the figures on the field in any order. Glade of stamped durable material that can withstand frequent use.

Red Machine "Junior"

Rating: 4.7

The fourth is another model of table hockey from Red Machine. It is equipped with an electronic counter from the board, where all clogged washers are displayed. There is a choice with a mechanical account to choose from. The soundtrack and the figures made in 3D technology will add to the game entertainment and realism, creating the atmosphere of a real match. The body is durable, as it is made of molded plastic. Steel poles to control hockey players also differ in strength, rotate smoothly. Standard equipment includes players with goalkeepers, gates, transparent sides.

Step puzzle

Rating: 4.6

In fifth place is table hockey, which is the largest playing field (98 x 40 cm) made in Russia. The figures of hockey players are voluminous, not flat, like their analogs, so the game acquires additional realism. Bonus for users will be two spare clutches that come in the kit. The model is equipped with mechanical scores. A lot of users complain about the poor build quality, so table hockey takes the penultimate line of the rating. They note that the glade is made of a thin orgalitic film, which is poorly glued to the base, in only a few places, because of which it eventually begins to go in waves, and the puck clings to the slits, which complicates the game.

Soviet

Rating: 4.5

The table hockey rating of the OmZET plant closes the rating. The model is a modern analogue of the classic game, which was produced in the USSR. Glade is made of plastic and metal. Mechanical counters allow you to keep track of all the goals. Included are not twelve, but fourteen figures, two spare ones are added in case of loss. Hockey players are not painted, they need to be glued stickers, which are also supplied with the game. Despite the fact that the model is associated with the Soviet hockey, the quality here is far from the standards that were before. In almost all reviews, users indicate poor performance.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.