Rain or Snow: Top 5 All-Weather Table Tennis Tables

The inexpensive all-weather table from Torneo is made of a 6 mm melamine plate (plastic composite), resistant to moisture and ultraviolet rays. Thanks to the one-sided folding, a tennis player can conduct individual training sessions without a partner. The table is designed for playing with friends and training, but it cannot be used for official tournaments (there is no ITTF certificate).

A plus in the model is the built-in unevenness compensator in the legs. Thanks to him, the device can be placed perfectly even even on a bumpy surface. There are plastic pads on the corners of the table to protect it during transportation. Unfortunately, there is no edging around the perimeter of the plate that would protect the end, so if you accidentally hit it with a racquet, dents may remain.

Four transport rollers have a metal base and special stoppers so that the table does not move during the game. The entire structure is held by a steel frame made of a 25 mm profile. However, according to customer reviews, the profile begins to rust over time, so it will have to be tinted. There is also no grid included, so you need to buy it separately.

A high-quality German-built table has an anti-glare coating (5 layers of special paint), which prevents the appearance of "sunbeams" and allows you to play comfortably even in the brightest weather. The table top is made of melamine with a thickness of 6 millimetres, which perfectly tolerates precipitation. Users note that the material withstands even low temperatures in winter (does not "drive" the stove).

The table has both full and one-sided folding for playing alone. The edges of the countertop are protected by plastic corners. 125-millimetre wheels with a rubber tread ensure the stability of the table and good "passability" even on a dirt road (if rolled out on a plot of land). A 36-mm metal edging protects the plate from damage during transportation and accidental impacts of rackets. The table has ITTF certification, so it can be used for official tournaments.

At the middle of the table on both edges there is a holder for two rackets and four balls, thanks to which the game equipment can always be in the table. It is worth noting that in order to avoid damage to the rackets from precipitation, you need to store them in cases. A grid is also included in the delivery package. It is worth noting that the device is quite heavy (68 kg), so you need to roll it out together. The model has an average price for all-weather tables with such a set of characteristics.

The Sponeta S4-72e model is the first in the Expertline series for outdoor games. The table top is made of impact-resistant melamine with a thickness of 5 mm according to the European standard EN-Norm 14468-1, so it is not afraid of precipitation (including hail) and temperature changes. The table legs are made of a thick profile with a diameter of 50 mm with a special anti-corrosion powder coating. Thanks to this thickness of the legs, you can lean freely on the table and not be afraid of their deformation. At the base of them there is a compensator of irregularities, which allows you to set the table flat.

Unlike other tables in this price category, the Sponeta S4-72e has four double wheels with a diameter of 128 mm. Thanks to the "twinning", the wheels give better stability to the entire structure. You can fold only one side and train without a partner. Moreover, you can fold the structure with one hand thanks to the Smart Manual Sustem locking system (a red key under each half of the table).

Included with the table is a nylon mesh. Thanks to the plastic regulators on the sides of the mesh, it can be stretched or loosened in one movement. Like the Donic Outdoor Fan Blau, this model is quite heavy (66 kg). The price of the table is rather big, but the quality and durability will all pay for it with a vengeance.

The shock-resistant high-quality French-made table, in addition to the top layer of melamine in 5 mm, has one rubberized layer that increases the bounce of the ball, bringing it closer to the indicators of chipboard tables. Several layers of special paint are applied on top of melamine, which prevents glare in bright weather and thereby increases the comfort of the game. The surface of the table itself is matte (there are glossy ones).

High twin 200 mm wheels allow you to roll the table on gravel, grass and even move small curbs. Each of them has a locking brake so that the structure is stable. And in order for the table to stand on an inclined or bumpy surface, soft compensators of irregularities are provided in the design, mounted in the legs. The table has FFTT certification, so it can be used for official tournaments.

The tennis table is very easy to fold and unfold thanks to the eight latches in the middle of the table. You can only raise one side to play yourself. On the sides of the structure there are holders for rackets. The table is relatively light (47 kg), so even a woman can roll it out and put it on. Of course, the cost of the table is rather big, but the manufacturer gives it a 10-year warranty.

Kettler Outdoor 4 is one of the few in this price category that has a chipboard plate (22 mm), which provides a great rebound of the ball, as in indoor tables. Aluminium honeycombs are located under the chipboard plate, which give the structure rigidity. The top of the countertop is covered with a moisture-resistant layer with UV protection, so it is not afraid of precipitation and temperature changes. Removable plastic corners are located along the edges to protect against damage during transportation.

The model has two large holders for rackets and balls. They are able to accommodate a maximum of 12 rackets or several towels, water bottles and other elements. The kit includes a mesh with a special tension regulator (roller in the base). The large twin wheels are equipped with a brake for locking and locking. And for an uneven floor, there is a compensator for irregularities in the structure.

The frame of the device consists of thick 45 mm profiles that can withstand a heavy load, so they will not bend, even if the player leans against the table. However, due to such a massive design, the table has a decent weight of 65 kg. To play alone, the table can only be folded in half. For excellent quality and rich functionality, the buyer will have to pay a considerable amount.