Short answer
Start with how often you play and your budget. Most players use a 58 in (147 cm) two-piece cue of 18 to 21 oz with a 12.5 to 13 mm tip. Maple shafts give the classic feel; carbon shafts deflect less and do not warp, at a higher price. In our range, house cues start at AED 84, club cues at about AED 842.07, and Predator, J.Flowers and Cuetec cues run from AED 1,664.08 upwards.
Weight: 18 to 21 oz
Most pool cues weigh between 18 and 21 oz (510 to 595 g). A lighter cue moves faster and helps with spin and soft position play; a heavier cue feels steadier and carries more power with less effort. If you are unsure, start in the middle, around 19 oz, and hold a few in the showroom.
Some cues let you change the weight: the Cuetec Cynergy Truewood lists an adjustable 18 to 21 oz weight system.
Tip size and hardness
The tip diameter on pool cues is usually 11.8, 12.5, 12.75 or 13 mm. A smaller tip lets you hit the cue ball more precisely off-centre and is common on carbon shafts; 13 mm feels more forgiving and is the classic size.
Hardness changes the feel: soft tips grip the ball longer and make spin easier but need shaping more often; hard tips keep their shape and play consistently; medium sits between. Tips wear, so the hardness can be changed at the next re-tip, see cue tip replacement and care.
Maple or carbon shaft
Maple is the traditional shaft: warm feedback, easy to maintain, and the price is lower. Carbon fibre shafts deflect the cue ball less when you play with side, stay straight and do not react to humidity, which matters in a UAE summer. They cost more.
Two of many carbon options in stock: the J.Flowers JFS20-29F at AED 1,664.08 and the Cuetec Cynergy Truewood at AED 3,795.15. On maple, the Knight Shot KSP4 at AED 1,469.84 lists a 12.75 mm tip, a Uni-Loc quick-release joint and 58 in length.
The joint matters when you upgrade
The joint is where the two pieces of the cue screw together. Common types are 5/16 × 18, 3/8 × 10, 3/8 × 14, Uni-Loc and Radial. You will not feel the difference much when you play, but it decides which extra shafts and extensions fit later. A shaft with the wrong joint does not fit your cue, so check the joint before you buy a cue shaft.
What you get for your budget
| Budget (AED, incl. VAT) | Cues in stock | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1,000 | 28 | House and club cues: one- and two-piece maple, Valhalla, Players, Pure X. |
| 1,000 to 2,500 | 35 | Personal cues: Knight Shot KSP4, J.Flowers, Viking, Pure X, many with carbon shafts. |
| 2,500 to 5,000 | 26 | Upgrade cues: Cuetec Cynergy, Predator 10K and SP2, How, BK Force, J.Flowers. |
| 5,000+ | 8 | Predator P3 and BLAK, Viking Defender, limited editions. |
Knight ShotKnight Shot Billiard Cue 48″ 2PC Black HouseHouse cueAED 84 
ValhallaValhalla VA101 Pool CueClubAED 842.07 
Pure XPure X Billiard Cue HXT30ClubAED 1,163.81 
Knight ShotKnight Shot Billiard Cue KSP4 + FREE Knight Shot Cue Soft CaseClub, Knight ShotAED 1,469.84 
J.FlowersJ.Flowers Billiard Cue JFS20-29FCarbonAED 1,664.08 
PredatorPredator 10K-2 Black Pool Cue with Leather WrapPredatorAED 3,800Also look at break and jump cues once you play regularly: a separate break cue protects the tip of your playing cue.
One-piece or two-piece
One-piece house cues stay with the table, for family and guests. A two-piece cue is your own: it travels in a case and screws together at the joint. Most tables we sell come with house cues; a personal cue is the first upgrade.
Questions we get in the showroom (5)
What weight pool cue should I buy?
Most players use 18 to 21 oz. If you are not sure, start around 19 oz and try a lighter and a heavier cue in the showroom before you decide.
What tip size is best for a pool cue?
Between 11.8 and 13 mm. 12.75 and 13 mm are the classic sizes; carbon shafts often use 11.8 or 12.5 mm for precise spin.
Is a carbon fibre cue better than maple?
Carbon deflects less, stays straight and ignores humidity; maple gives classic feedback at a lower price. Both play well. Choose by budget and feel.
How much does a good pool cue cost in the UAE?
In our range, club cues start around AED 842.07, carbon-shaft cues from AED 1,664.08, and Predator cues from AED 3,800. House cues start at AED 84.
Do you repair cues and change tips?
Yes. We re-tip and repair cues on our own lathe. See the cue tip guide for how we do it.