Which Darts Suit Your Level? Explained for Casual, Beginner, and Experienced Players

Darts is a sport you can enjoy at any level: from having a fun night with friends to training seriously for competitions. But which darts suit your level best? In this article, we explain the difference between casual, beginner, and experienced players – and give advice on which darts are best for you.

The Casual Player: Enjoying Darts with Friends or Family

A casual player throws darts occasionally, often during a night out with friends or family. The main goal is fun, not performance.

For this type of player, the ideal darts are:

• Brass darts

• Nickel silver darts

• Stainless steel darts

Why Choose Brass Darts?

• Brass darts have a thicker barrel (the part you hold).

• They are less precise than tungsten darts, but this isn’t a problem for casual play.

• Perfect for beginners who just want to enjoy throwing darts.

The difference between brass and tungsten darts is like comparing a city bike to a racing bike. With a city bike, you get from A to B fine, but for speed you choose a racing bike.

Important: choice is always personal. A casual player can also decide to start with 90% tungsten darts straight away. It depends on how much you want to invest. Affordable entry-level models are also available.

• Discover our brass and nickel silver darts

The Beginner: Practicing More and Improving

A beginner plays more frequently and wants to improve, but isn’t yet sure if they want to pursue darts seriously.

For this group, tungsten darts are the best choice. Tungsten is a heavy metal, which allows for thinner barrels and tighter grouping (helpful for hitting trebles and doubles).

What to Look Out For

• 70% – 80% tungsten darts are affordable and ideal for beginners.

• Higher tungsten percentages are thinner and more precise, but more expensive.

• A 25-gram dart with 95% tungsten has a much thinner barrel than one with 70% tungsten. This makes grouping easier, but isn’t necessary at this stage.

Important: choice is still personal. Beginners can invest in 90% tungsten darts immediately, but there are also more budget-friendly options.

• Discover our tungsten darts up to 80%

The Experienced Player: Competitions and Serious Training

Experienced players throw weekly, compete in leagues or tournaments, and want to improve performance.

For this level, darts with 85% – 95% tungsten are essential. Professional players almost always use 90% or 95% tungsten darts.

Advantages of High Tungsten Percentages

• Thinner barrels → easier to group darts.

• More consistent and precise throwing.

• Perfect for tournaments and competitive play.

Important: even experienced players decide how much to spend. Not everyone needs to start with the most expensive 95% tungsten set. High-quality entry-level options are also available.

• Explore all professional tungsten darts

Conclusion: Which Darts Are Right for You?

• Casual player → Brass, nickel silver, or stainless steel darts (affordable and fun).

• Beginner → Tungsten darts up to 80% (affordable and better for practice).

• Experienced → 85% – 95% tungsten darts (professional, thin barrels, maximum precision).

The choice always depends on personal preference and budget. A casual player can start with a professional tungsten set if desired, while an experienced player may start consciously with a beginner set. Using the filters on our category pages, you can quickly find the darts that match your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Darts (FAQ)

What are the best darts for beginners?

• 70–80% tungsten darts are ideal for starting out.

What is the difference between brass and tungsten darts?

• Brass darts have thicker barrels and are less precise. Tungsten darts are thinner and allow for more accuracy and grouping.

Which darts do professional players use?

• Professionals almost always use 90% – 95% tungsten darts.

What dart weight do I need?

• Most players use 21–26 grams. Beginners often start with 23 or 24 grams, adjusting weight based on throw and preference.

Which darts suit me?

• Casual: Brass or nickel silver darts (affordable and fun).

• Beginner: 70–80% tungsten darts (thinner and budget-friendly).

• Experienced: 85–95% tungsten darts (precise and professional).

How to sharpen darts?

• Use a dart sharpener or sharpening stone.

• Rotate the point gently until it is smooth and rounded.

• This ensures the dart sticks well in the board without causing damage.