GoSports Mid-Size Table Table Tennis Table Review
The GoSports Mid-Size Table pairs a 6mm MDF top with a 20 kg frame at $150-200, a compact option for home play.
Specifications
| Foldable | true |
| Top Thickness | 6mm |
| Type | compact |
| Weight | 20 kg |
| Dimensions | 183 x 91 x 76 cm |
| Net Included | yes |
| Surface Color | blue |
What Type of Player Is the GoSports Mid-Size Table For?
The GoSports Mid-Size Table measures 183 x 91 x 76 cm, roughly two-thirds the size of a regulation table. At 20 kg, the GoSports Mid-Size Table fits in apartments, dorms, and small game rooms where a full 274cm table will not. At $150-200, the GoSports Mid-Size Table costs less than half the price of a full-size table while keeping basic playability.
The compact size limits the playing experience compared to regulation tables: shots that would land deep on a full table go off the back edge here. Players developing competitive technique need a regulation table to practice mid-distance loops and chops at proper distance. For casual rallies, party play, and basic stroke practice, the compact format covers the use case.
Families with limited space and casual players who prioritize storage over competition specifications match the GoSports Mid-Size Table’s design intent. Players who plan to compete should treat compact tables as a stopgap before upgrading to a regulation surface.
How Does the GoSports Mid-Size Table Compare to Similar Tables?
The JOOLA Inside 18 at $450-550 sets the benchmark in the home table category, with a 18mm top that has dominated Amazon sales for the past 5 years. The GoSports Mid-Size Table at $150-200 compares directly: 6mm versus 18mm top thickness changes bounce height by 1-3cm on standard drop tests.
Higher-thickness tables at 22mm and 25mm cost $700-2500 and produce bounce closer to ITTF specifications. For players who train 1-3 times per week and play casually with family, the GoSports Mid-Size Table’s 6mm construction covers the use case. Players who train daily or compete in tournaments benefit from upgrading to a thicker table within 12-24 months.
What Are the Limitations of the GoSports Mid-Size Table?
Players above the 1500 USATT level outgrow the GoSports Mid-Size Table’s 6mm top within 6-12 months of regular play. At 6mm, dead spots near the edges produce inconsistent bounce that interferes with footwork drills and mid-distance loops. Upgrading to the JOOLA Inside 18 at $450-550 or the Butterfly Centrefold 25 at $2,200-2,500 returns better bounce consistency.
Storage and assembly time matter for shared-room setups. Tables that fold to under 30cm thickness and roll on caster wheels move between configurations in 2-3 minutes per direction. Permanent-setup tables in dedicated rooms avoid the assembly question entirely but lose flexibility.
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Is 6mm thick enough for table tennis?
A 6mm top produces 18cm bounce on the standard 30cm drop test against the regulation 26cm. Most home and club players cannot distinguish a 6mm bounce from the 9mm bounce of higher-end tables.
How does the GoSports Mid-Size Table fold for storage?
The GoSports Mid-Size Table splits into two halves on caster wheels, each half folding upright for storage. Folded dimensions fit through standard 80cm doorways. One half can be raised independently for solo playback practice.
How does the GoSports Mid-Size Table compare to the JOOLA Inside 18?
The GoSports Mid-Size Table has a 6mm top against the JOOLA Inside 18's 18mm top. At $150-200 versus $450-550, the GoSports Mid-Size Table runs a thinner top, returning lower bounce in exchange for a lower entry price.