Darts is a game you can enjoy at any level, from casually throwing darts with friends to serious practice for leagues and tournaments. But which darts are the best fit for your skill level? In this guide we explain the differences between casual players, beginners, and experienced dart players, and give clear advice on which darts you should choose.
A casual player throws darts occasionally, often during a night out or at home with friends. The focus is on fun rather than performance.
For this type of player, the following options work best:
Brass darts
Nickel silver darts
Stainless steel darts
Brass darts come with thicker barrels, the part you grip.
They are less precise than tungsten darts, but that is fine for casual use.
They are ideal for beginners who simply want to enjoy the game.
You can compare brass darts versus tungsten darts to a cruiser bike versus a racing bike. Both will get you to your destination, but if you want speed and performance you choose the racing bike.
It is important to note that choosing darts is always personal. A casual player can also start with 90 percent tungsten darts, depending on how much they want to invest. There are also affordable entry-level tungsten options available.
A beginner plays more often and wants to improve their skills but is not yet sure whether they will commit to competitive play.
For this group, tungsten darts are the best choice. Tungsten is a heavy metal that makes barrels thinner, which allows darts to group closer together.
Tungsten darts with 70 to 80 percent tungsten are affordable and ideal for beginners.
Higher tungsten percentages make barrels slimmer and more precise, but also more expensive.
A 25 gram dart with 95 percent tungsten has a much thinner barrel than one with 70 percent tungsten, which makes grouping easier but is not always necessary for beginners.
Again, the choice is personal. A beginner can invest in 90 percent tungsten darts right away, but there are many budget friendly starter models.
Explore our tungsten darts up to 80%.
An experienced player practices weekly, plays in leagues, or trains seriously to improve performance.
For this level, tungsten darts with 85 to 95 percent tungsten are essential. Most professional players use 90 to 95 percent tungsten darts.
Slimmer barrels make grouping easier.
More consistent and accurate throws.
Perfect for tournaments and competitive play.
Even experienced players decide how much they want to spend. Not everyone needs to buy the most expensive 95 percent tungsten darts right away. There are also excellent mid-range models that deliver strong performance.
Shop all professional tungsten darts.
Do you recognise yourself in one of the levels above, but still find it difficult to choose the right darts? That is completely understandable. Even within each level, there are still many differences in weight, grip and shape.
That is why we have developed a handy selection guide at Dartshopper. Based on your playing style and preferences, you will instantly receive a selection of darts that truly suit you.
Use the selection guide and find your ideal darts
Casual players: brass, nickel silver, or stainless steel darts (affordable and great for fun).
Beginners: tungsten darts up to 80 percent (budget friendly and better for practicing accuracy).
Experienced players: tungsten darts between 85 and 95 percent (professional, slim barrels, maximum precision).
The choice depends on personal preference and budget. A casual player can start with professional tungsten darts, while an experienced player may begin with an entry-level model.
