Differences: Bristle vs. Electronic Dart Boards

Decades ago, dart boards were made of cork, and the only darts available were steel-tipped. Technological advances since then have made dart playing more enjoyable - especially with the introduction of bristle dart boards. The two most popular types of dart boards are bristle and electronic, and each has its own features.

Bristle Dart Boards Have a Long Lifespan
A bristle dart board gives you years of enjoyment due to its self-healing properties. Most bristle boards are made of a material called sisal - similar to rope - which gives the board the ability to self-heal. The dart wedges between the sisal fibers, and the fibers close after the dart is pulled. Professional players prefer the bristle boards for higher scoring.

The sisal composition of a bristle dart board results in an extended lifespan for the board. Cheaper boards made of cork, paper, or other porous materials don't last as long. A bristle board that has a moveable ring - also called a spider - also promotes a longer lifespan.

Electronic dart boards look much like a traditional board but are made out of plastic or nylon. Electronic boards have hundreds of tiny holes that record each throw of a dart. These boards offer multiple games; a single player can take on the computer.

Most electronic dart boards can take either steel-tip or soft-tip darts, although soft-tip darts are most commonly used. Soft-tip darts are safer for children and beginners. Most electronic boards don't run on batteries, thus requiring a power source.

Halex Improves BristleTech Technology
Halex, one of the world's top electronic dart board manufacturers, has improved BristleTech technology. The Halex BristleTech Dart Board is found in many commercial establishments but is excellent for home use, too.

The BristleTech Dart Board allows you to use either steel-tip darts or soft-tip darts. The board features a fully wireless, detachable scoring display and electro-light scoring display in multiple colors.

The board has a battery-operated remote display and allows you to play multiple games. Trash talk capability is found on some models, a feature that can be turned off if desired. Voice commands add to the fun of playing.

A bristle dart board or an electronic board can provide you with hours of enjoyment. So weigh the advantages of each, pick out your favorite, and start tossing those darts.