Pool table buying guides, reviews and tips for New Zealand
The size debate is one of the most common questions we get at The Ultimate Mancave. Should you go 8ft or 9ft? The honest answer depends on three things: your room, your budget, and how seriously you play. Here’s the full breakdown. 8ft Pool Table — The Home Standard The 8ft pool table is the […]
Buying a pool table online is easy — but delivery is where a lot of customers have questions. How does it work? When does it arrive? What do you need to do when it gets there? This guide answers everything. Free North Island Pool Table Delivery All pool tables from The Ultimate Mancave include free […]
The number one mistake people make when buying a pool table is underestimating how much space they need. A pool table doesn’t just take up the footprint of the table itself — you need cue clearance on all four sides. Get this wrong and you’ll be using a short cue against the wall on every […]
If you’re shopping for a pool table in New Zealand, the options can feel overwhelming. What size? Slate or MDF? How much should you spend? We’ve been selling pool tables to Kiwis since 2018 and have shipped over 2,000 tables nationwide — so we know what works, what lasts, and what to avoid. This guide […]
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Couldn't decide on a pool table or airhockey lol. This is perfect.
This Airhockey table is a great buy for the price. It's solid and the fans blow well, which is what I was worried about. Happy as.
Pick up my Jax on Friday and haven't stopped playing it all week. It's very well built, just like one you would see in an arcade or cinema.
Excellent!! Good quality and fast communication.
It’s fun and doesn’t feel like a toy.
Thought it’d just sit unused like the treadmill — nope. Everyone from my 7-year-old to my dad uses it.
Purchased the Boston 9 foot table to replace out 7 foot MDF table. A bit of set up involved, but tables plays very well, its fast and feels professional.
Really well-made cabinet. Easy to set up. You can make playlists of the games you like the most.
Really cool unit! Had some questions about the controllers, but Gareth helped me over whatsapp to change some settings more to my liking. Great company to deal with.
Very highly... highly recommened, amazing quality for the price.
The air hockey surprised me — smooth and fast.
Swapping between games is pretty quick. Good variety, and it feels solid when playing.
Good table. Easy to switch between games and doesn’t take up too much space. Kids are enjoying it.
Upgraded from an MDF table and the difference is night and day. This thing is solid, smooth, and looks like something straight out of a pool hall. Took about 4 hours to put together, but totally worth it. Highly recommend
From the moment we set it up, we knew we made the right choice. The table is solid, plays well, and has been a hit with everyone who comes over. It’s built to last and has given us countless hours of enjoyment.
Games work as expected. It’s not huge, but that’s actually good for our space. Looks nice in the room.
Got it for our basement remodel. Really brings the whole space together.
Love it! Easy to set up, and now the boys won’t leave my house. Perfect for a mancave!
My nephew basically lives on it now. Setup was straightforward.
Bought it for my partner and he’s obsessed. Sturdy, well-made, and easy to assemble.
Solid construction. Pool and air hockey are the favourites in our house. Setup was pretty straightforward.
Solid performance and looks great in the room. Definitely a good buy.
Me and the boys love it. Cold beers and pool is the new Friday night tradition.
Got it for my son's birthday. Ended up being the whole family’s favourite gift!
Simple, tidy, and works as it should. Delivery was quick and everything arrived in good shape.
Best purchase we’ve made for our games room. Looks great too.
Stoked. So many games, all the classics from the 90s. Very good quality and nice, big, clear screen and graphics
Got my Boston 9ft last month. I’m no handyman but managed to get it set up with a mate over a few beers. It looks stunning and plays beautifully. The cushions have a really nice bounce and the cloth runs quick. Couldn’t ask for better at this price.
Best value air hockey table I’ve found. Feels like it’ll last years.
Simple to set up, and it’s become the centerpiece of our gatherings. Highly recommend it.
Great products with this company, I have bought several over the years. The latest being the Axton Table. Always a pleasure to deal with
I was worried about the airflow but it’s strong and keeps the puck flying. Really happy with the purchase
Impressed by how stable it is, even during intense matches. Didn’t expect this level of quality at this price.
Happy with it. Air hockey works well with the fan on. The table top is handy when it’s not being used for games.
As a landlord, I put it in a short-term rental. Guests constantly mention it in their feedback. Great ROI.
Really stoked! We purchased the Boston in 9ft. It really good to play on, and looks primo. Great Value for the price.
Worth every cent. Took a chance and glad I did.
Solid build, great finish, and perfect bounce. Couldn’t be happier.
Cushions feel great, table is level, and the whole thing feels solid. Real bang for buck.
Love that it doesn’t scream “kids toy.” Sleek finish and easy to flip between games without any fuss.
The table arrived safe and sound. It took about 1 week, the driver was very helpful and unloaded the crates to the garage. Set up took about 4-5 hours, hubby and his mates came round and did it. It looks really good, and the guys are very happy. Highly recommened.
Built tough. We’ve had friends over, drinks spilled, kids jumping — and it’s still going strong.
Bought this as a gift for my husband. He loves it. Great communication during the buying process.
Thanks for your help in setting up. Super happy with the new Table
Good quality. Better than what I saw in the shops here.
Works great. Nothing fancy, just fun.
I ordered the spacey machine on Saturday and picked it up on Wednesday. Communication was fast on WhatsApp. They loaded everything into the trailer. Very well packaged. Plugged it in and everything worked perfectly. Loving the Street Fighter versions I have never heard of. Very very happy with my decision to buy this.
My kids love it and it keeps them busy for hours.
Even though the packaging was a bit broken. Everything inside was ok. Got it set up. And its a good table. Very happy.
I bought this air hockey table for our family room and it has been a huge hit. The airflow is strong so the puck glides fast, and the build feels really solid. We’ve had hours of fun already
Couldn’t ask for a better table. It’s solid, sleek, and an all-around great purchase.
Bought it mainly for the kids but I’ve played a few rounds too. It’s a decent setup and feels sturdy.
Great value. I was looking for an air hockey table for a while, and all the ones out there are small and cheaply made. This one is solid and works perfectly for our space.
Unexpectedly awesome. I had low expectations and was proven wrong.
Solid table and fantastic value for the price. We’ve played almost every day since getting it.
We’ve used it a bunch over the last couple weeks. Nice to have a few game options in one spot.
Solid gear. Looks better in person.
This is a great slate table. I replaced my old one, for which I was quoted $2600 to refurbish. So it made more sense to just buy a new one. Boston is way better. It looks better, way easier to set up and adjust and plays just like pool hall one.
Quick delivery, easy assembly, and incredible quality for the price. We love it!
Very happy. The table was missing one of the discs. I messaged on Whatsap, and 2 days later they sent me 4. Great service
Great service. pool tablelooks awesome. We got the blue one, and it looks really cool in the mancave. Thanks.
It became the center of our family nights. A total vibe shift.
Fast delivery, and easy to set up. As described on the website. Cheers
Assembly was easy. Didn’t expect to enjoy it this much as an adult.
Love that it doesn’t scream “kids toy.” Sleek finish and easy to flip between games without any fuss.
Pool table is the highlight. The rest is a nice bonus.
My wife plays more than the kids. Didn’t see that coming.
Thought it’d just sit unused like the treadmill — nope. Everyone from my 7-year-old to my dad uses it.
Couldn't be happier with our new man cave addition. We have previously bought a pool table from this same company, and we are also happy with that purchase. Highly recommended.
Purchased alongside a pool table. Really happy with both. The man cave is complete!
We set it up last week, and it’s been nonstop fun since. It’s well-built and worth every penny!
Super stoked with my new spacie machine. cheers
Clean lines, no fuss. Looks grown-up but still fun.
It’s a good option if you want more than just one game. Doesn’t feel flimsy which was my worry.
The Ultimate Man Cave is incredibly responsive to deal with. They answered all my questions before buying. The process of picking up the arcade was easy and fast. And setting up was simple. I did have a couple of questions, and Gareth made a video instruction for me to help me understand how to change a setting. Highly recommended.
Pure chaos in the best way. Great for entertaining guests.
Not usually one to write reviews, but this thing deserves praise. It’s compact, fun, and surprisingly well-made.
Delivery was fast. Very Happy with the setup. Everything works as expected.
Adds energy to the house. Super glad we went for it.
We had a issue setting up the table as some bolts were missing, but we contacted Gareth, and he couriered them out the same day. Great service. Table looks and plays perfect. Thanks again.
This table sparked a bit of friendly rivalry between me and my brother. We’ve turned the garage into a mini game zone.
We ordered four arcade units for a giveaway for a promotion. The design process was fast and very smooth. The concept art was perfect, matching our brand. They took 8 weeks to be delivered from when we starting the design, which was explained as the time frame for custom units. Everyone was really impressed. We will be back next year for our next promotion. Thank you.
I was worried it would look tacky in the living room, but it actually blends in well and adds a fun vibe.
A great buy. Thanks, will be back for more.
My teenager assembled it solo, which says a lot. It’s solid and hasn’t needed any tweaks since.
We’ve had this table for a few weeks now, and it’s been amazing. The setup was easy, and it plays beautifully. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for some good old-fashioned fun.
Great table for the price. Solid build and smooth surface — we’re really happy with it.
Got this for the spare room. It’s been used a fair bit and holds up well. No issues so far.
Since this arrived, we haven't stopped playing street fighter. It's awesome!!!!!!!
Always wanted an airhockey table for the mancave, but could never find one that looked good. This one is pefect. Really happy we found it.
Great table for the price. Solid build and smooth surface — we’re really happy with it.
This is a very well-made arcade machine. I had one already, a few years ago, that I bought off another company, and that was flimsy, and the screen had bad graphics. This one is just like one you would play at an arcade back in the day.
This table is amazing! Super solid and looks great in our game room. Everyone loves it.
The whole process was smooth. Pickup was easy and setup took less than an hour.
Got it for our basement remodel. Really brings the whole space together. Plus, it’s been nonstop games since.
It’s become our weekend ritual — air hockey tournaments and pizza. Best random purchase I’ve made in a while.
Setup was straightforward and didn’t take long at all. Now it’s the most used item in the house.
Happy with the purchase. Everyone compliments the setup when they come over.
Surprisingly smooth surface and perfect weight balance. Not what I expected :) in a good way. Bonus is the fibre cue
Way better than the one my mate paid twice as much for. and cue and cover is bonus top of that. Just saying.
Looks awesome in real life. Better than I expected. Finishes off the man cave perfectly.
Set it up last weekend. Already hosted two game nights. Just one regret I should buy the red blue but this black looks premium
This has been a hit at every gathering. It’s well-built, plays true, and just looks amazing.
Very happy with how it turned out. Adds a fun and classy touch to our space. Black one looks stunning also
It's a good table, lots of fun for the family, and the kids love it. It was a little tricky to set up, but a quick video call with Gareth got it sorted. Thanks!
Bought with the pool table last week and just got everything set. The new mancave is looking very cool.
Awesome product! Plays smoothly, and the sound effects make it even more fun.
Bought the Mario Arcade machine for my new Mancave. It is really impressive; it has every game I could ever think of. haven't stopped playing it since it arrived, lol
Took 30 mins to set up. Been using it daily since.
Perfect for hosting friends. Everyone comments on how good it looks and plays.
Got it for our basement remodel. Really brings the whole space together. Plus, it’s been nonstop games since.
This is a beast. There is every game you could every imagine. It looks and feel like one you get in aracde . Highy recommended!!
Cushions feel great, table is level, and the whole thing feels solid. Real bang for buck.
Bought this for the family, and it’s been nonstop games since. Great value!
Easy to set up, and it’s a blast to play on. Really impressed with the quality!
Plays well, well built. And lots of fun when the mates come round.
The table is fantastic quality. Came with everything we needed to get started.
It’s become the centerpiece of our gatherings. Delivery was little delay. Otherwise Highly recommend it.
Setup was easy, and the table is super sturdy. A fantastic addition to our game room.
Great product! Excellent craftsmanship and a perfect addition to my mancave.
Couldn’t ask for a better table. It’s solid, sleek, and an all-around great purchase.
The table is excellent quality, and the service was top-notch. Delivery was fast too!
We set it up last weekend — took a bit of lifting, but once done, it looked amazing.
Well-built and great to play on. Highly recommend upgrading the cues for the best experience.
Set it up with my brother on the weekend. Really solid table. looks awesome in the garage.
Bought this for the family, and we’ve been playing nonstop. One little scratchwas found on cue but they replaced it.
Takes a little bit to set up. But instructions are straightforward. Works and plays well. Recommmned
Very happy with the Axton table. It has fans that blows the puck and keeps it moving. Good quality and good service.
Honestly this is 5 stars. It looks amazing. Its solid, and professional looking. The graphics make it the centre piece in the man cave.
It’s sturdy, plays well, and looks great in our space. We’ve had countless games on it, and it’s always a blast. Highly recommend this to anyone considering a table
Arrived today, the boys will help set up tonight
Solid performance and looks great in the room. Definitely a good buy.
Took a while to arrive, but it was worth the wait. The table's amazing.
Solid performance and looks great in the room. Definitely a good buy.
Arrive in a timely manner. Set up takes a little bit as you have to screw all the little men toether. But all in all we are happy with the fuseball table.
This is an amazing pool table for price. We had some questions that were asnwered really fast over whats ap. Purchase was simple and the table was ready to pick up within 24 hours. Pretty easy to set, it took less than hour. Its pretty heavy, so you need two people to do it.
Lots of fun, and was ready to pick up the same day.
Shipping was fast to Hamilton. We had some problems setting up, but Gareth jumped on a video call and we got it sorted in about 5 mins. Thanks for the great service. (Sorry about the confusion:)
We’ve had it a couple of months now and it’s still the highlight of every weekend. Super durable
It came well-packaged, had everything we needed, and was set up in under an hour. Love it!
Bought it for my partner and he’s obsessed. Sturdy, well-made, and easy to assemble.
After reading tons of reviews, I went for this one and glad I did. Quality is top-notch and setup was a breeze.
Looks better in person than online. It fits perfectly in our rec room and plays super smooth.
Setup was simple, table looks clean and modern, and it plays way better than expected.
Very heavy solid slate table. It's awesome.
Sweet as table, plays well. Comes with balls and cues. Cheers
The finish is slick, and the gameplay feels really balanced.
Awesome addition to the house. Easy to set up and great for family fun.
Fast and good service. 5 days after buying we had the table set up and playing. Great purchase.
Very nice pool table for teh price, plays really well. And the balls run true.
Ordered on Tuesday, picked up Wednesday, playing by Wednesday night. Fast and easy.
Happy with the new pool table. Arrived just in time for the Christmas party
It’s been the best purchase I’ve made for the house. Everyone who visits ends up playing.
Arrived today, the boys will help set up tonight. Delivery is 4 days delay but it's okay. I will update my experience later
Honestly impressed. I wasn’t expecting it to feel this premium. Great value for money.
My nephew basically lives on it now. Setup was straightforward.
Couldn't ask for more. It’s a great addition to our lounge. Highly recommended!
I didn’t expect this level of quality. It’s heavy, stable, and plays like a dream. Cues are awesome and great addition to it
Wasn't expecting this level of quality for the price. But please add some more accessories to this. So It's 4 stars for me
This table is amazing! Super solid and looks great in our game room. Everyone loves it.
Couldn’t be happier with this purchase. Sturdy, stylish, and ready for hours of fun.
Took less than an hour to set up. Heavy but super sturdy. A really good buy. But need the new cues pack which I missed
Excellent table. The quality surprised me. definitely not one of those flimsy ones.
Love it! Easy to set up, and now the boys won’t leave my house. Perfect for a mancave!
Quick delivery, easy assembly, and incredible quality for the price. We love it!
I was a bit unsure buying online, but the quality is unreal. It looks and plays like a pro-level table. I’m super impressed.
The JAX has exceeded my already high expectations. It arrived in a wooden box, well protected. Set up was just to pug it in. The sound system if very good. Has all games you could ever want. Every one that comes round cracks up with the graphics. Its looks amazing, so stoked I bought this.
We bought this for the teens to keep them off their phones, and now we’re all addicted. It’s great fun, and built to last.
Super happy with this table. It’s solid, looks great, and is an absolute hit with visitors.
This table has completely upgraded our weekends. Super easy to set up and looks fantastic.
I was nervous ordering online, but this table arrived quickly, well packed, and exactly as described. Couldn't be happier.
Truely a really aweome spacie machiine. Well done and creating this.
Couldn’t ask for a better pool table. It’s solid, well-constructed, and looks fantastic. We’ve had it for a while now, and it’s become the centerpiece of our boys nights.
Table looks amazing and feels like it’ll last years. Family has already put it to good use!
Everything was included in the box cues, balls, chalk, even a brush. It’s more than I expected and worth every dollar.
Compact, stylish, and not an eyesore.
Perfect for game nights. Haven’t touched the PlayStation since we got this. Very addictive but we loved it
Very happy with the quality. Smooth surface, great cushions, and delivery was fast.
Had a few friends over the weekend after setting it up — everyone was impressed. It’s sturdy and plays like a dream.
I upgraded to the carbon fibre cues and it made a big difference. The table itself is already solid, level, and looks great.
Looks cool in the new man cave! CheersLooks cool in the new man cave! Cheers
I got the carbon fibre cue upgrade. Worth every cent. Table plays beautifully.
Amazing product! Sturdy, sleek, and perfect for entertaining friends.
Happy with our purchase, we bought this Air Hockey table for the kids for Christmas, and they love it and it keeps them off the phones! lol
Solid performance and looks great in the room. Definitely a good buy.
Feels super sturdy and professional. Very happy with how it fits in the games room.
We bought 2 Vipers for our motel games room. They have stood up well, we have them in here for almost 2 years now and they still play and look great. And they get a lot of use everyday. Perfect table for the price.
This table is amazing! Super solid and looks great in our game room. Everyone loves it.
Best purchase I’ve made this year. Highly recommended for any mancave or lounge.
Great table, excellent service. Plays perfectly and looks even better. Add the WA no on website for better response
Bought for a gift for husband and he really likes it. Plays it all the time with our son
Perfect for the family. We’ve been playing every night since it arrived. Good buy!
Wasn’t sure at first, but it’s actually legit. Looks great and plays like a dream. Cue has a scratch but got new cues
Great service. pool tablelooks awesome. We got the black one, and it looks really cool in the mancave. Thanks.
