Best Darts for Beginners: A Complete Buying Guide

August 16, 2026

Just Starting Out? Here's What You Need to Know

Choosing your first set of darts can feel overwhelming — there are hundreds of options across different weights, materials, and styles. This guide cuts through the noise and helps you find the right darts to get started, improve faster, and enjoy the game from day one.

What Makes a Good Beginner Dart?

The best beginner darts share a few key traits:

Forgiving grip — not too aggressive, so you can release cleanly as you develop your throw
Mid-range weight (22–26g) — lighter darts suit a faster throw; heavier darts suit a slower, more deliberate action. Most beginners find 24g a good starting point
Tungsten barrel — even entry-level tungsten darts are slimmer than brass, which means tighter groupings as your accuracy improves
Steel tip — if you're playing on a bristle board at home or in a pub, steel tip is the standard choice

Steel Tip vs Soft Tip: Which Should Beginners Choose?

If you're playing on a traditional bristle dartboard, go steel tip. Soft tip darts are designed for electronic boards and are more common in certain leagues and venues. For home practice and pub play in the UK, steel tip is the way to go.

What Weight Should a Beginner Use?

Most beginners do well starting with 22–26g darts. Here's a simple rule of thumb:

Lighter (18–22g) — suits a faster, snappier throw
Mid-weight (22–26g) — the most popular range; versatile and forgiving
Heavier (26–30g) — suits a slower, more controlled throw

Don't overthink it — pick a mid-weight to start, and adjust once you've developed a consistent throw.

Our Recommended Beginner Darts

At Darts To You, we stock a range of professional-grade tungsten darts that are also well-suited to beginners who want to start with quality equipment and grow into it.

Red Dragon Bullhitters 90% Tungsten Steel Tip Darts

A great all-round dart with a clean, straightforward barrel. The Bullhitters offer a consistent grip without being overly aggressive — ideal for players still developing their release. Available in multiple weights so you can find your ideal starting point.

Target Beau Greaves Darts — 90% Tungsten G1

Inspired by the world champion, these darts feature a smooth, tapered barrel that's forgiving on release. A brilliant choice if you want to play with the same dart as one of the sport's biggest names while still having a setup that works for a developing player.

Luke Humphries TX4 Avenger 90% Tungsten Steel Tip Darts by Red Dragon

Luke Humphries is known for his clean, consistent technique — and his darts reflect that. The TX4 Avenger has a well-balanced feel that suits players who are working on building a repeatable throw.

Do I Need Special Flights and Shafts?

Your darts will come with standard flights and shafts, which is fine to start with. As you improve, experimenting with flight shape and shaft length can help fine-tune your trajectory — but don't worry about that yet. Focus on your throw first.