Electronic Dartboards – E-Darts for Your Home

Electronic dartboards combine classic dart playing with automatic score calculation and numerous integrated game variations. Instead of metal tips, soft darts with plastic tips are used. As soon as a dart hits a segment, the electronics detect the hit and automatically calculate the score.

This makes electronic dartboards suitable not only for experienced soft dart players, but also excellent for families, beginners, and social dart evenings. Those who regularly play at a dart machine can also train at home with the right e-dartboard.

At Diplomatgames, you will find electronic dartboards for different needs – from compact recreational boards to high-quality training solutions for ambitious soft dart players.

What is an electronic dartboard?

On an electronic dartboard, the playing surface consists of numerous perforated plastic segments. If the plastic tip of the dart penetrates one of these openings, the segment moves minimally backward, and the hit is electronically registered.

The board can thereby recognize, for example:

• Single
• Double
• Triple
• Single Bull
• Bullseye

The integrated software then automatically calculates the current score.

The tedious mental arithmetic is eliminated – although ambitious dart players should, of course, still know their checkouts.

The advantages of electronic dartboards

A good e-dartboard offers some special convenience features compared to a classic dartboard.

These include, depending on the model:

• automatic score calculation
• digital display
• numerous game variations
• multiple players
• computer opponents
• sound effects
• statistics
• various difficulty levels
• training games

This allows for playing both classic matches and varied party and training games.

Electronic dartboard or steel dartboard?

The most important decision is first, which dart variant you want to play.

Electronic boards and classic sisal boards differ significantly.

Electronic Dartboard	Steel Dartboard
Soft darts with plastic tips	Steel darts with metal tips
automatic score calculation	calculate scores yourself
electronic plastic segments	sisal fibers
numerous integrated games	classic dart game
displays and sound	no electronics necessary
power supply required	usable without electricity

Those who mainly want to play soft darts or e-darts choose an electronic board.

Those who prefer the classic game from professional steel darts opt for a sisal dartboard.

What games do electronic dartboards offer?

A major advantage of electronic dartboards is the variety of game modes.

Almost every e-dartboard offers the classic X01 variants.

These include, for example:

• 301
• 501
• 701

Depending on the model, numerous other games are available.

Particularly popular are:

• Cricket
• Shanghai
• Around the Clock
• High Score
• Killer
• Count Up

Many boards also offer various variants and difficulty levels of these games.

This provides a lot of variety, even when playing with several people.

Cricket – particularly popular in soft darts

Alongside 501, Cricket is one of the most well-known game variants in e-darts.

The numbers predominantly featured are:

15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and Bull

The automatic hit detection of an electronic dartboard is particularly practical for Cricket, as open and closed numbers as well as scores can be displayed directly.

Those who enjoy playing Cricket should therefore ensure that the board has a clear Cricket display when purchasing.

How many players can participate?

Electronic dartboards differ, among other things, in the maximum number of players supported.

Simpler models are often designed for smaller groups, while more extensive boards can manage multiple individual players or teams.

If the board is primarily intended for family celebrations, parties, or club rooms, it is worth looking for the highest possible number of players.

For individual training, a good computer opponent is often more interesting.

Playing against the computer

A training partner is not always available.

Many electronic dartboards therefore have an integrated computer opponent.

Depending on the model, different difficulty levels can be selected. This allows a match to be simulated even when playing alone.

This function is particularly practical for:

• individual training
• match simulation
• beginners
• players without a regular training partner

The more difficulty levels available, the better the opponent can be adapted to one's own skill level.

Displays and score display

The display is one of the most important elements of an electronic dartboard.

Depending on the model, different display types are used.

It is particularly important that the following information is clearly readable:

• current score
• player
• legs or rounds
• hits
• Cricket status
• game mode

Those using the board in a larger room should pay particular attention to a sufficiently large and easily recognizable display.

Segment quality – an important difference

Not only the electronics determine the quality of an e-dartboard.

The construction of the plastic segments is also crucial.

High-quality segments can help ensure that:

• soft dart tips penetrate cleanly
• hits are reliably detected
• fewer darts bounce off
• the segments remain durable for a long time

Particularly ambitious players should therefore not focus exclusively on the number of games.

A board with 100 game variants is not automatically better than a high-quality model with fewer functions.

Double and Triple Segments

Those who want to train seriously with an electronic dartboard should also pay attention to the dimensions of the hit segments.

Depending on the board type, the size and design of double, triple, and bull fields can differ.

For example, if you are training for a specific league or machine operation, you should choose a board whose segment structure matches the equipment used there as closely as possible.

This makes the training more realistic.

Which soft darts can I use?

Electronic dartboards are played with soft darts.

These have plastic tips that can penetrate the perforated structure of the segments.

It is important to adhere to the maximum dart weight specified by the manufacturer.

Darts that are too heavy can unnecessarily stress the segments and electronics.

Permissible weights vary depending on the board. Therefore, always check the manufacturer's specifications for the respective model.

Regularly change soft dart tips

Soft dart tips are typical wear parts in e-darts.

Due to hits on segment edges or the floor, they can:

• bend
• break off
• become dull
• be damaged

Damaged tips should be replaced so that they continue to penetrate the segments cleanly.

It is therefore advisable to always have enough replacement soft dart tips on hand.

What happens in case of a bounce-out?

If a dart unfortunately hits the edge of a segment, it can bounce off the board.

Depending on the electronic dartboard and game situation, the hit may still have been registered.

How such a hit is handled depends on the respective game rules.

A high-quality segment construction and suitable soft dart tips can help to minimize the number of such deflections.

Volume of the electronic dartboard

A point that is often underestimated when buying is the volume.

Electronic dartboards can generate noise both from the impact of the darts and from:

• voice announcements
• sound effects
• key tones

If you play in an apartment or want to train late in the evening, you should therefore check whether the volume can be adjusted or completely muted.

Power supply

Since hits need to be detected, points calculated, and displays operated, an electronic dartboard requires power.

Depending on the model, power is supplied, for example, via:

• power adapter
• batteries
• a combination of different options

For a fixed dart area, mains operation is usually particularly practical.

Before installation, it should therefore be considered where the nearest power outlet is located and how the cable can be laid neatly.

Properly hanging an electronic dartboard

Even with soft darts, the board should be mounted correctly.

Crucial here is the height of the bullseye as well as the prescribed distance to the throwing line.

For electronic darts, the prescribed measurements may deviate from steel dart measurements depending on the rules, association, or machine play style.

If you are training for a specific league or tournament operation, you should therefore use the measurements applicable there.

This way, you train at home under the most realistic conditions possible.

Electronic dartboard for beginners

For beginners, it doesn't have to be the most extensive e-dartboard right away.

More important are:

• reliable hit detection
• clear display
• easy operation
• classic games like 301 and 501
• Cricket
• multiple players
• adjustable volume

A computer opponent is also practical if you often play alone.

Electronic dartboard for ambitious players

Those who regularly play soft darts or have league experience should pay more attention to the technical details.

Important aspects can include:

• high-quality segments
• low bounce-out rate
• precise hit detection
• appropriate segment dimensions
• clear Cricket display
• training functions
• statistics
• robust construction

Here, the focus is less on the sheer number of integrated games and more on a realistic and reliable playing experience.

Electronic dartboards for families and parties

E-darts are excellent for multiple players.

The automatic score calculation makes getting started particularly easy, as no one has to worry about keeping score.

Various party games and game variants also ensure that even people without much dart experience can quickly join in.

For this purpose, models with many supported players and varied game modes are particularly interesting.

Electronic dartboard accessories

An e-dart setup can also be expanded with practical accessories.

These include, for example:

• replacement soft dart tips
• soft darts
• dart mats
• throwing lines
• distance meters
• spare parts
• power adapters
• wall protection

Always pay attention to compatibility with the respective dartboard when it comes to accessories and spare parts.

What should I consider when buying?

Before purchasing, it is worthwhile to compare the most important features:

Feature	What to look out for
Segment quality	reliable hit detection
Games	301, 501, Cricket, and desired additional games
Number of players	suitable for the intended use
Display	easy-to-read score display
Computer opponent	useful for individual training
Volume	ideally adjustable
Dart weight	observe manufacturer's limit
Power supply	suitable for the installation location
Dimensions	plan for sufficient space

This makes it easier to decide which board suits your requirements.

Buy electronic dartboards online

Whether for regular soft dart training, exciting matches against friends, or a social dart evening with the family – at Diplomatgames you will find electronic dartboards for various requirements.

Discover e-dartboards with automatic score calculation, numerous game variations, and practical training functions, and bring the electronic dart experience home.