TryDarts guide
22g vs 24g Darts: Which Weight Should You Choose?
Neither 22g nor 24g is automatically better. A 22g dart may feel quicker and easier to adjust, while a 24g dart can feel more settled and deliberate. The right choice depends on your throwing rhythm, grip, barrel shape and current setup.
What is the difference between 22g and 24g darts?
The numerical difference is only 2g per dart, but it can be noticeable because the extra weight changes the feedback through your fingers and the effort needed to accelerate the dart. It can also change the trajectory and entry angle produced by your existing throw.
22g darts
- Often feel quicker through the throw.
- Can suit a smooth or faster release.
- May make small timing changes more noticeable.
- Useful for players who dislike a heavy feel.
24g darts
- Often feel more substantial in the hand.
- Can suit a deliberate throwing action.
- May provide stronger feedback during the draw and release.
- Useful for players who feel lighter darts are difficult to control.
Who should consider 22g darts?
Consider 22g if your current darts feel slow, if you prefer a lighter setup or if you naturally generate plenty of pace. Players moving down from 23g usually find 22g a smaller adjustment than jumping several grams at once.
Current model searches include Nathan Aspinall 95K 22g, Harrows Wolfram Trinity 22g and Stephen Bunting Gen 5 22g.
Who should consider 24g darts?
Consider 24g if you like a solid feel, use a controlled throwing action or find that lighter darts require too much conscious effort. A slightly heavier dart can encourage some players to maintain a smoother follow-through, although this is personal rather than a universal rule.
Live searches worth checking include Target Scope 04 24g, Gerwyn Price Blue Originals 24g and Mike de Decker 24g.
Weight is only part of the decision
Two 24g sets can feel completely different. A short torpedo barrel concentrates mass differently from a long straight barrel. Grip depth, point length, shaft length and flight size also change the overall feel and behaviour.
Compare barrel shapes in our straight, torpedo and scalloped darts guide. You can also browse the full used darts collection and use the filters to compare available weights and shapes from Target, Winmau, Red Dragon and other brands.
How should you test 22g against 24g?
- Keep the shaft and flight setup as similar as possible.
- Throw more than one short practice session.
- Pay attention to grouping and comfort, not only the score.
- Notice whether you are forcing the dart or changing your natural rhythm.
- Choose the weight that feels repeatable under normal match pressure.
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Frequently asked questions
Are 24g darts better for beginners?
Not automatically. Beginners can play well with either weight. A comfortable grip and repeatable throwing action matter more than following one recommended number.
Will 2g make a noticeable difference?
For many players, yes, especially when the barrel shape and dimensions are otherwise similar. The difference may feel smaller when the two sets have very different balance or grip designs.
Compare live 22g and 24g stock
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