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Snooker & Pool Cues
How we pick: every cue here is listed with its tip size, length, weight and joint, so you can match it to the cue size finder. We remove listings with dead links or pool-only specs and order the rest by what readers actually buy. Guide prices come from the retailer and are checked daily; the table below says what to look for at each level.
| You are | Look for | Guide budget |
|---|---|---|
| Buying a first snooker cue | 57in, 3/4-jointed ash, 9.5–10mm tip, 17–19oz, with a case | £50–£165 |
| A regular club player | Hand-finished ash shaft, 9.5mm tip, extension or mini-butt | £90–£220 |
| A league or serious player | Selected ash, ebony or exotic butt, 9–9.5mm tip | £150–£300 |


























Before you buy: find your cue size (length, weight and tip for your height), compare snooker cue brands, and read 3/4-jointed vs one-piece and ash vs maple shafts. Our best snooker cues by budget narrows it to a few picks.
How to choose a snooker or pool cue
- Tip size: Snooker cues typically have tips between 9.5mm and 11.5mm. Smaller tips (9.5–9.8mm) suit snooker and offer more precision; larger ones (11mm plus) work better for pool. Check what you're playing before ordering.
- Length and construction: Most listed cues are 3/4 length (two pieces that join together), a practical choice for storage and transport. One-piece cues are stiffer and come ready to play, but harder to store. A few telescopic extensions are also available if you need adjustability.
- Wood and finish: Budget cues use ash, walnut or other woods for the shaft, with hardwood handles. Paint finishes vary; some are natural, others have bright or burl finishes. Finish quality affects appearance more than play, but peeling paint is common on very cheap imports.
- Joint type: Most cues here use brass or aluminum joints. Brass is traditional and reliable; check with the seller if joint quality matters to you, as specifics are not always listed.
What to expect
Budget imported cues are playable for casual club use and practice, but they are not precision tools. Shafts may not be perfectly straight, tips may need reshaping before use, and joints can be slightly loose. Many come with a cue case, which is useful though often basic in quality. If you are starting out or looking for a spare cue that does not cost much, these represent decent value. If you play seriously, expect to spend more on a cue that has been properly straightness-tested and fitted by a professional.