5 best table hockey

Despite the huge variety of modern gadgets and interactive toys, it is difficult to find a boy who will refuse a home set for playing table hockey. This type of entertainment does not lose its popularity over several decades. Lever (whip) hockey invariably delights children of all ages — from kids just learning how to manage sports on the field to adolescents who gamble with their friends and relatives.

Depending on the age of the participants and it is worth choosing a game set. It is clear that for younger children (from 5 years old) a more compact compact model will be suitable for management, the dimensions of which will allow the child to comfortably sit in any part of the apartment or house. And older players will get a lot of pleasure from the battles on a large field that reproduces the ice stadium, and equipped with special legs or a solid stand like a table.

In order for the table hockey you purchased to serve for a long time, before making the final choice, you need to check the design for such characteristics as:

• safety - according to the standard, the corners of the gaming table should be rounded. This is especially true for children's sets;
• quality - pay attention to the material from which the figures and the field cover are made. Check the strength of rotating elements, the presence of "blind" zones;
• necessary repairs - the possibility of replacement of spare parts should be provided in case of breakage or damage. Find out if parts are on sale.

Currently, the most popular manufacturer of this sports simulator is the Swedish company STIGA. Kits produced under this brand are distinguished by increased strength, ergonomics, and almost completely imitate the style of the NHL, and also allow the use of most of the tactical techniques of real hockey in the game. Moreover, the STIGA playing fields are recognized by the national table hockey federations in most countries and are used for competitions at various levels.

But, in addition to professional equipment, many small firms can be found on sale, producing play sets of quite decent quality and having a more affordable price. How to choose the best for your child? Which table hockey is best suited for use at home or brighten up the lunch break in the office? We will talk about this in our review, which contains the most popular and reliable brands of playing fields for different age categories.

Top 5 best sets for playing table hockey

5 "Soviet"

Table hockey from the Omsk electrical goods plant (OmZET) is a modern analogue of the classic set produced in the Soviet years, which explains its name. This is a great opportunity to acquaint the child with what toys were produced in our fatherland long before his birth. And for older people, such a purchase is a reason to remember the times of their childhood, and once again experience the forgotten joy of their favorite game.

The set is designed for the participation of 2 players aged 5 years. It is made of a combination of metal and plastic, equipped with a mechanical glasses counter, and has no sound accompaniment.Each team has 6 athletes, which are controlled by turning mechanisms. The field dimensions are 710 x 450 (mm).

It is no secret that today's quality standards for children's products (and not only) compared with the production according to GOST have changed not for the better. In their reviews, many hockey owners pointed out the insufficient strength of fasteners and the "fragility" of hockey figures. However, taking into account the low cost of the game set, it is safe to call the “Soviet” one of the best in its price category.

4 Table hockey Step puzzle

Set from the largest Russian manufacturer of board games by Step puzzle. Hockey is compact, excellent build quality, ease of management of athletes and concise design with the correct markings of the field. In this inexpensive model, the manufacturers repeated the “firm” reception of the Swedish STIGA and made it possible to carry out the game with a stop at the gate, thanks to which the process became more dynamic and as close as possible to real competitions.

Step puzzle table hockey sizes are 856 x 445 (mm), the side height is 45 (mm). The set is equipped with volumetric figures of players (12 pcs.), A scoreboard, 2 gates and 2 washers. The material of the playing field is wear-resistant plastic, the control levers are made of metal.

The main disadvantage of this product is the lack of commercially available additional parts. Therefore, despite the thoughtfulness of the design, Step Puzzle hockey takes only the penultimate line of our rating.

3 Red machine

The model of table hockey Red Machine will provide fun entertainment for kids and adult players. Due to the increased strength of the structure, the set is perfect for both home competitions and office battles.

The basis of the hockey field is made of impact-resistant MDF, whose thickness is at least 5 mm. On rigid, well-turned metal rods there are convenient plastic handles that facilitate the management of the figures. Images of hockey players traced very clearly, in detail. The design of the case is bright, attractive, imitating the design of the famous USSR-Canada tournament. Two types of models are on sale - with an electronic board requiring connection to the network, and with a mechanical type counter.

The weight of the set is 7 kg, dimensions - 720 x 510 x 210 (mm). I especially want to note the smooth running of the guides on which the players are attached - this figure significantly affects the comfort of the game, and there are no complaints about the manufacturers. Instructions in Russian are attached to the set, which is especially important for inexperienced participants. This version of table hockey scored the most positive reviews on the Internet. It meets all the requirements for a mechanical sports simulator, so we give the Red Machine an honorable "bronze".

2 Hockey legs Alaska

Table hockey Alaska is different in size and ease of construction - it is a full-fledged game table that can be installed on any horizontal plane. To adjust the height, as well as to perfectly level the surface, the kit is equipped with a lifting device (jack). The production material is durable and reliable PVC, the field base is made of MDF, covered with a polymer film. Mesh gates and transparent sides allow you to follow the progress of the game, and you can put points on a mechanical scoreboard or purchase a version of the model with an electronic screen.In the configuration comes 12 figures of hockey players (5 players of each team + goalkeepers), 2 pucks. Color of design - gray-blue, legs - black.

The design is folded, which allows you to easily transport hockey, guaranteed to create for yourself the conditions for a dull pastime at the cottage or during a summer outdoor recreation. The dimensions are 101 x 736 x 800 (mm). Weight - a little more than 15 kg. A great leisure option for children and adults. Deserved "silver".

1 STIGA Play Off

The “gold” in the table hockey equipment category goes to the already mentioned Swedish manufacturer STIGA. Total company produces 4 playing fields - Stiga Play Off, Stiga Stanley Cup, Stiga High Speed ​​Edition and Stiga Red Line. Each variation has its own design features and is in stable demand among amateurs and professionals. However, the classic model is considered to be developed in 1983 by STIGA Play Off. The board game has since been modified several times and is now a reference lever hockey.

The main characteristics of the set are the increased size of the playing field (950 x 490 mm), easily replaced parts, more options for conducting an attack (the left-handed attacker has the opportunity to go behind the opponent's goal) and maximum player dynamics, which is achieved by smooth steel guides and durable nylon gears. In their reviews, users also noted such a feature as the absence of "dead" zones, which allows you to constantly monitor the progress of the puck. Ice hockey figures are made in 3-D format and painted by hand. The shape of the athletes follows the design of the hockey teams of Sweden and Finland. STIGA Play Off is a sports equipment that hosts professional tournaments and international competitions. This is the main indicator of the first-class simulator, which can easily become the center of fun for all your family members.

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