Foosball is a great indoor activity for family and friends to play with a bit of friendly competition. When shopping for a foosball table, you'll want to consider the size, of course, as well as the frame material, handles, and rods.
Size is arguably most important because the table must fit in your space. Regulation foosball tables are around 56 x 29 x 34 inches, but there are smaller, kid-friendly, and easy-to-store options to fit every living or game room.
"When buying foosball tables or arcade games, it is also always a good idea to source pieces that will work with the style of your decor," says interior designer Elizabeth Herrera. Especially if you're splurging on a foosball table to become a permanent fixture in your space, opt for one that blends into your existing decor.
To help you understand the various types of foosball tables available and narrow your search for your game room, we researched standout models in every category that are durable and easy to use, yet still attractive enough to feature in a styled game room or family room.
Our Top Picks
Best Foldable:
Best Multi-Game System:
Best Multi-Use:
Steve Silver Co. Diletta Foosball Coffee Table at Amazon$396
Best with Telescopic Rods:
Triumph Sports Medford Competition Foosball Table at Wayfair$260
What We Like
Solid wood frame
Timeless design
Non-slip handles
Counterbalanced players
What We Don't Like
Requires two-person assembly
Our number one pick is by high-end pool table manufacturer Barrington Billiards Company. The Allendale meets regulation sizing for tournaments and has a solid wood frame with metal reinforcements on the legs, as well as hidden levelers for extra durability and sturdiness without sacrificing aesthetics.
The dark oak wood stain contrasts the black legs and playing surface, making for a handsome appeal that'll go with almost any decor scheme. With hollow rods and non-slip handles, the counterbalanced players are easy to maneuver.
We also like that this foosball table has old-fashioned scoring beads for the nostalgic among us. We recommend having an additional person nearby when you assemble this table, which can be rather tricky to do if you're working alone. This is also the heaviest table on our list, so determine where your table will live before purchasing one.
Size: 56 x 29 x 34 inches | Material: Manufactured wood, solid wood, plastic, metal | Weight: 143 lbs | Warranty: 90 days
What We Like
Three wood finishes available
Leg levelers
Includes two cup holders
What We Don't Like
Smaller than regulation size
For an attractive and functional option that won't break the bank, look to this foosball table from Best Choice Products. We also appreciate that this table has adjustable leg levelers to ensure sturdy and fair play on any floor surface.
At 48 inches, it's a bit smaller than a regulation table, but the ergonomic handles, realistic game pieces, and built-in cup holders make it worth the purchase. Traditional bead-style scoring and a detailed field layout make this foosball table a fun and realistic option for game night.
Made from engineered wood, this table does require assembly, so be sure to put aside at least 30 minutes and maybe commission a friend to help. It comes in three wood finishes, so you can easily match the rest of your living room decor.
Size: 40 x 48 x 31 inches | Material: Engineered wood, plastic, steel alloy | Weight: 43 lbs | Warranty: Not listed
What We Like
Scratch-resistant finish
Three color options
Lifetime warranty
What We Don't Like
Can be tricky to open and close
If you're short on space or want a foosball table you can push to the side when not in use, your best bet is this table from Kick Monarch. This foosball table is a standard playing size, but it folds up and has two wheels for easy maneuvering into a corner. We also like that it is backed by a lifetime warranty in case of manufacturing defaults.
We think this table is great for a household with a family room that doubles as an entertaining space. This table is available in three finishes—brown, black, or gray—so you can choose a finish that best matches your home's style. You can even work with the manufacturer to choose the color of your players and balls to match your favorite sports team.
We recommend an adult be present while this table is being folded up or unfolded for playtime since it's a bit heavy and difficult to collapse.
Size: 48 x 24 x 32 inches | Material: Manufactured wood | Weight: 60 lbs | Warranty: Lifetime
What We Like
Two games in one
Simple and quick assembly
Detailed player design
What We Don't Like
Not best for adults
If you're hoping to keep kids occupied for hours, we recommend looking at a multi-game system like this option from Giantex. One side is a mini foosball table, while the other is an air(less) hockey table. Simply flip the game to your desired playing side and you're ready to go.
Some assembly is required with this table, and we recommend carefully storing small pieces for each game that may be easily lost. Just like our best mini pick, the Giantex 27" Foosball Table, this tabletop game can easily be stored when not in use, making it ideal for smaller households.
Though smaller than regulation-sized, the foosball table still has 18 mini-players and three non-slip handles. It comes with two balls, two strikers, and two air hockey pucks. While this foosball table is a great design for kids, it may not be the best option for adults looking for a multi-game system because of the small playing surface and low profile.
Size: 4 x 27 x 15 inches | Material: Wood | Weight: 9 lbs | Warranty: Not listed
Best Mini
Giantex 27" Mini Foosball Table
What We Like
Won't scratch tables or floors
Great for multiple ages
Easy to store
What We Don't Like
Not as durable as full-sized options
Weighing just 12 pounds, this tiny foosball table can be placed on your floor, a coffee table, or a dining table. It's made from a solid wood frame, has steel rods, and comfortable hand grips. This mini version is a great way to introduce kids to foosball before they can reach a full-size table.
This option is perfect for kids; it's even ASTM-certified to ensure it meets safety requirements for ages 6 years and up. It weighs just 8 pounds, the lightest on this list, so it's simple to move around your space or store in a closet or basem*nt.
It's also more budget-friendly than a full-sized table, but it doesn't compromise on any of the elements for fun and effective play. Plus, you can easily store this table when you're not using it. This table does require full assembly, which may be challenging, so we recommend having a helper nearby.
Size: 27 x 14.5 x 9.5 inches | Material: Plastic, engineered wood, steel, wood | Weight: 8 lbs | Warranty: 90 days
Best Multi-Use
Steve Silver Co. Diletta Foosball Coffee Table
What We Like
Multifunctional design
Caster wheels
What We Don't Like
Must sit on floor while playing
The Diletta is a multifunctional foosball and coffee table hybrid you can place in the middle of your living room. Interior designer Elizabeth Herrera recommended this table as an attractive, yet multipurpose option. We like that this table is made from durable materials, like wood, iron, and tempered glass, and it has five casters for easy maneuvering.
Whether you use this table as your TV room coffee table or place it in a dedicated game room in your home, its multifunctional design is a great alternative to a larger, bulky foosball table. "It is great for smaller spaces that can't house a traditional foosball table and is a unique addition that will seamlessly fit in with your furnishings and decor," says Herrera.
While you will have to sit on the floor while playing at this table, we think that's a reasonable compromise for the overall space this table saves in your home.
Size: 28 x 45 x 20 inches | Material: Tempered glass, walnut wood, iron | Weight: 85 lbs | Warranty: 1 year
Best Tournament-Size
Hall of Games Kinwood 56" Foosball Table
What We Like
Counterbalanced players
Great for competitive players
Attractive wooden legs and concrete frame
What We Don't Like
Requires two-person assembly
Calling all competitive foosers! At 56 x 29 inches, the Kinwood was built for tournaments and boisterous at-home games in your basem*nt bar or bonus room. It's got solid birchwood legs with levelers, plated chrome rods, and comfy octagonal handles.
You'll also appreciate the weighted, counterbalanced players and a traditional bead-scoring system. The faux concrete design adds a rustic feel to the table that experts and beginners alike will love to play on. The manufacturer recommends a room size of 9 x 8 feet to have enough room to move and play comfortably.
It's lighter than other similarly sized tables, but you'll need an extra set of hands for assembly. While it comes with everything you need for assembly, we recommend using your own tools for a simpler and quicker process.
Size: 56 x 29 x 34 inches | Material: Metal, solid wood, plastic, manufactured wood | Weight: 105 lbs | Warranty: 90 days
What We Like
Solid kiln-dried pine
Plated steel rods
White-glove delivery/assembly
What We Don't Like
Heavy
If you appreciate upscale design with timeless finishes, you'll love this 57-inch foosball table from Pottery Barn. Constructed from solid wood, it's exceedingly sturdy and attractive. And unlike most other options, Pottery Barn will deliver this table fully assembled and place it in the room of your choice. The solid wood frame is undoubtedly heavy, so ensure to scope out where you want your table to live before ordering.
The rustic design is sophisticated yet timeless enough to become a permanent fixture in any game room. This item is made to order, so shipping will take a few weeks. As with most traditional tables, this one has adjustable leg levelers, two manual scoring systems, steel rods, and comes with four plastic balls.
Size: 57 x 30.3 x 33.8 inches | Material: Wood, steel, plastic | Weight: Not Listed | Warranty: Not listed
What We Like
Safe telescopic rods
Attractive woodgrain
Regulation size
What We Don't Like
Not suited for young kids
Telescopic rods add a level of safety and function to your foosball table. Instead of your opponent's rods sticking out onto your side, they retract into the table itself. Now, you don't have to worry about accidentally hitting the other player as you play. This is especially important with little kids around who may accidentally run into the rods.
The regulation-sized table also has leg levelers, an automatic ball return, and a manual scoring system. We also love the players painted with realistic features. The gray table has a natural wood grain for a stylish appearance in any room in your home.
Assembly is required so grab a friend to help out. It comes with everything you need, but you may need a tool or two of your own to simplify the process. Also, the size and features of this table are best suited for teenagers and adults.
Size: 56 x 29.5 x 34 inches | Material: Wood | Weight: 83.6 pounds | Warranty: 90 days
Final Verdict
The best overall pick is the Barrington Billiards Company Allendale Foosball Table, a regulation-size foosball table with a solid wood frame, metal reinforcements, hidden levelers, counterbalanced players, non-slip handles, and a timeless appearance. If you're looking for something a bit more affordable, we suggest the Best Choice Products 48in Competition Sized Foosball Table, our best budget pick, which has all of the features of a competitive foosball table at a slightly lower price and smaller size.
What to Look for in a Foosball Table
Size
When shopping for a foosball table, you'll want first to consider the size. While there are mini and tabletop options, most full-sized models are between 48 and 56 inches long, 29 to 31 inches wide, and 34 to 36 inches tall.
"You also need to consider scale, as they can take up quite a bit of room, so making sure it fits in your space is key," says Elizabeth Herrera, an interior designer. While you may think a foosball table will not take up much space in your home, it's best to have plenty of moving room around the table for efficient and easy play.
A regulation-sized foosball table is around 56 inches long, 30 inches wide, and 36 inches tall, so our best tournament-sized table, the Hall of Games 56" Foosball Table is best for competitive players. However, tabletop options are easier to store and move around. For a less permanent table in your home, opt for our best mini option, the Giantex 27" Foosball Table.
Style
Like furniture, foosball tables come in a wide range of styles. As Herrera notes, you'll want to look for a model that complements the rest of your decor, whether in a similar wood finish, color, or design aesthetic. Luckily our best budget pick, the Best Choice Products 48in Competitive Sizes Foosball Table comes in three wood finishes to seamlessly match your other furniture.
If you plan to add a foosball table to your game room, aesthetics may not be as much of a concern, compared to a more formal family room. If you love the mid-century modern aesthetic, choose our best splurge option, the Crate & Barrel Modern Wood Foosball Table.
Rods and Handles
Foosball rods are usually made of steel or chrome and can be hollow or solid. Hollow is generally easier to use because it's lighter. However, a poorly constructed hollow rod could easily bend with rough gameplay. Some models, like Triumph Sports Medford Competition Foosball Table, our best pick with telescopic rods, have telescopic rods, which make the game safer by retracting into the table instead of poking through to the other side.
Wayfair offers a model of our best budget option, the Best Choice Products 48in Foosball Table for a slightly higher price that comes with telescopic rods.
Similarly, the handles of your foosball table should be durable, since they'll experience the most physical wear. It's also important that they're comfortable and preferably grippy. Foosball sets often have plastic, wood, or rubber handles.
Rubber is typically best, as it's easiest to grip. Some, like those in our best overall pick, the Barrington Allendale Collection 56" Foosball Table, are also carved to be ergonomic and prevent hand fatigue and strain.
FAQ
What is the standard size of a foosball table?
Standard (or full-size) foosball tables can be anywhere from 48 to 56 inches long, 29 to 31 inches wide, and 34 to 36 inches in height. Within these ranges, the more critical aspect is that the table has the proper length-to-width ratio.
There are also regulation-size foosball tables, which are best for preparing for a competition. These models measure 56 inches long and 30 inches wide.
How much space do you need for a foosball table?
Generally speaking, you should have at least 4 feet (48 inches) of space on each player side of a foosball table. For the ends, you need at least 18 to 24 inches so people can easily walk through and access the score counters. For instance, if you get a table that's 56 x 30 inches, you'll want to have at least 10 x 8 feet of open space in a room so players can move comfortably.
How do you clean a foosball table?
The proper way to clean a foosball table depends on the material. Finished wood can be dusted and wiped down with a mild cleaner or polish. Glass, laminate, linoleum, and metal can be cleaned with soapy water, an all-purpose liquid cleaner, or even diluted white vinegar.
When in doubt, use products specifically formulated to clean the material. You shouldn't use harsh or abrasive cleaners on foosball tables, as those may remove the finish, the goal counters, or the field details.
Why Trust The Spruce?
This article was written byJulia Fieldsan associate editor for The Spruce covering all things surrounding toys, gifts, and the holidays since October 2021. For this story, she researched foosball tables for every space and purpose, considering tabletop, stylish, and multi-functional options.
- Elizabeth Herrera, interior designer
- Emma Phelps, associate editor at The Spruce
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