Short answer
A full-size table tennis table is 274 × 152.5 cm and 76 cm high at every price; what changes is the top thickness, the frame and whether it can stand outdoors. For relaxed play at home plan about 5.8 × 3.6 m, for proper rallies about 7.8 × 4.6 m. Indoor tables have 19 to 25 mm chipboard tops and must stay inside; outdoor tables use weatherproof melamine resin tops.
The table is always the same size; the space is not
The official table measures 274 × 152.5 cm with the playing surface 76 cm above the floor and a net 15.25 cm high. A cheap and an expensive table have the same size; the difference is how the ball bounces and how long the table lasts.
| How you play | Behind each end | Each side | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relaxed, family | 1.5 m | 1 m | about 5.8 × 3.6 m |
| Proper rallies | 2.5 m | 1.5 m | about 7.8 × 4.6 m |
| International competition (ITTF) | playing space set by the rules | at least 14 × 7 m | |
The first two rows are a rule of thumb, not a rule of the sport. Less space works, but you will step back into the wall on fast balls.
Indoor or outdoor
Indoor tables have chipboard tops, usually 19 to 25 mm. The thicker the top, the higher and more even the bounce. They are not weatherproof: the Donic Indoor Roller 900 is listed as "indoor; not weatherproof". Do not put an indoor table on a terrace, even under a roof.
Outdoor tables use weatherproof tops such as melamine resin and coated frames. The Donic Outdoor 400 lists a 4 mm melamine resin top, weatherproof, with an anti-glare surface, which helps in bright sun. Use a cover when it is not in use.
Folding, wheels and playback
Most home tables fold up on wheels. Folded, the Donic Indoor Roller 600 measures 152.5 × 69 × 163 cm and the Roller 900 155 × 74 × 165 cm, so they can stand against a wall. Check the wheel size and the brakes if the table will move often.
Playback means you can fold up one half and play against it alone, which is useful for practice. The Donic Outdoor 400 lists single-sided folding for playback.
Tables and prices
Knight ShotKnight Shot Velox Table Tennis Indoor Black & Neon Orange FinishIndoor, Knight ShotAED 1,799.99 
DonicDonic Indoor Roller 600 Table Tennis TableIndoor, foldingAED 2,838 
DonicDonic Indoor Roller 900 Table Tennis TableIndoor, foldingAED 3,803.25 
DonicDonic Outdoor Roller 400 Table Tennis TableOutdoorAED 3,943.12 
DonicDonic Outdoor Roller 1000 Table Tennis TableOutdoorAED 5,053.34 
DonicDonic Waldner Classic 25 BlueCompetitionAED 6,046.40 
RS BarcelonaRS Barcelona You & Me Standard Ping Pong Table, 220 cmIndoor and outdoor designAED 22,509.18 The Donic Waldner Classic 25 lists a 25 mm top and DIN EN 14468-1 Class A; note that net and posts are not included with it. All 27 table tennis tables, and our rolling table up close on the table tennis flagship.
Questions we get in the showroom (5)
What size is a table tennis table?
274 × 152.5 cm, with the playing surface 76 cm above the floor and a net 15.25 cm high. Every full-size table has these dimensions.
How much space do I need for a ping pong table?
As a rule of thumb about 5.8 × 3.6 m for relaxed play and about 7.8 × 4.6 m for proper rallies. International competition rules ask for at least 14 × 7 m.
Can I use an indoor table tennis table outside?
No. Indoor tables have chipboard tops that are not weatherproof. Choose an outdoor table with a weatherproof top, and cover it when you do not play.
What top thickness should a table tennis table have?
Indoor home tables are usually 19 to 25 mm; thicker tops bounce higher and more evenly. Competition tables such as the Donic Waldner Classic 25 use 25 mm.
Can I play table tennis alone?
Yes, on a table with playback mode: fold one half up and return the ball off it. A robot is the next step; see our Robo Pong range in the shop.