The Complete Guide to Hathaway Game Tables
Hathaway has built its reputation around a simple idea: one table should do more than one job. For families, game rooms, and rec spaces where floor space is limited but game variety matters, Hathaway's multi-game combo tables deliver two games in a single footprint — pool and ping pong, or air hockey and ping pong — at price points that make the decision easy. PingPongTables.com carries the full Hathaway lineup, from the entry-level Spartan 6-ft to the Maverick 7-ft and the Excalibur Air Hockey combo, all with free shipping and our lowest price guarantee. This guide covers every model so you can find the right table for your game room, budget, and space.
Why Hathaway for Multi-Game Rec Rooms
Most game room buyers eventually face the same problem: they want multiple games but only have room — and budget — for one table. Hathaway's answer is a line of combo tables that let you switch between billiards or air hockey and table tennis without buying two separate pieces of furniture. The trade-off is straightforward: Hathaway tables are recreational-grade, with smaller-than-regulation playing surfaces. But for family game nights, casual play, and rec rooms that see mixed-age use, that trade-off is more than worth it. Every Hathaway table at PingPongTables.com ships free with our lowest price guarantee.
Hathaway Pool Tables with Ping Pong Conversion Tops
Hathaway's pool-and-ping-pong combo tables are the core of their lineup. Each model includes a billiards table and a ping pong conversion top — a playing surface that lays directly over the pool table when you want to play table tennis, then stores away when you want to play pool. Two pool table sizes are available, giving you options for different room dimensions and budgets.
Hathaway Spartan 6-ft Pool Table with Table Tennis Top — $668.99
The Hathaway Spartan ($668.99) is the most compact and affordable option in the lineup — a 6-ft pool table with a ping pong conversion top included. The 6-ft footprint fits into rooms where a standard 7-ft or 8-ft billiards table wouldn't, making the Spartan the right choice for smaller basements, bonus rooms, and game rooms with limited square footage. At $668.99 with free shipping, it's one of the lowest entry points for a dual-game table on the market. Note that the conversion top is sized to fit the 6-ft pool table, which is smaller than regulation ping pong table dimensions — this table is best for casual family play rather than competitive table tennis. For regulation-size ping pong, browse our indoor ping pong table collection.
Hathaway Maverick 7-ft Pool Table with Table Tennis Top — $983.99
The Hathaway Maverick ($983.99) steps up to a 7-ft pool table — the most common size found in bars and pool halls — for a noticeably more satisfying billiards experience. At just under $1,000 with free shipping, it delivers strong value: a 7-ft billiards surface, a ping pong conversion top, and the full Hathaway build quality in a single package. The Maverick's larger playing surface makes pool feel closer to what you'd expect in a proper billiards environment. For buyers who have the room and can stretch the budget slightly, the Maverick is the better long-term investment between the two pool table options. Like the Spartan, the conversion top is sized to the 7-ft table surface rather than regulation ping pong dimensions.
Hathaway Air Hockey and Ping Pong Combo
Hathaway Excalibur 6-ft Air Hockey Table with LED Scoring and Table Tennis Top — $774.99
The Hathaway Excalibur ($774.99) takes the combo-table concept in a different direction — pairing air hockey with ping pong rather than billiards. The 6-ft air hockey surface features LED electronic scoring that automatically tracks points during play, and the included table tennis top converts the table for ping pong when the puck goes away. For game rooms that already have a pool table, or for buyers who simply prefer air hockey to billiards, the Excalibur adds two distinctly different games at a single price point. At $774.99 with free shipping, it fills a gap that few other products at this price address.
Understanding Ping Pong Conversion Tops
All three Hathaway models use ping pong conversion tops — playing surfaces that lay over the primary table surface to create a table tennis area. This makes multi-game tables possible without requiring separate dedicated tables for each game. When you want to play ping pong, the top goes on; when you want to switch back, it comes off and stores away. One key thing to understand: because Hathaway's conversion tops are sized to fit their 6-ft and 7-ft pool tables and their 6-ft air hockey table, the ping pong surface is smaller than regulation (9 feet x 5 feet). These tables are ideal for casual and family play but are not suitable for competitive training or tournament practice. For standalone conversion tops that work on full-size surfaces, browse our ping pong conversion tops collection.
How to Choose the Right Hathaway Table
By Primary Game
Start by deciding which game matters most to you. If billiards is the priority, choose between the Spartan and the Maverick based on room size and budget — both include ping pong as a bonus game. If you prefer air hockey over billiards, the Excalibur is the right call. If standalone ping pong is your main focus, you'll be better served by a dedicated indoor ping pong table from a performance brand.
By Space
The two 6-ft models — the Spartan and the Excalibur — have the smallest footprints and are the right choice for tighter rooms. The Maverick's 7-ft pool surface needs more length, plus clearance on all sides for cueing. For any of the three tables, plan for at least 3-4 feet of clearance around the perimeter for comfortable play. If space is the primary constraint, the 6-ft Spartan or Excalibur will fit where the Maverick won't. For even more compact options, our just for fun tables collection includes mini and folding designs with smaller footprints.
By Budget
All three Hathaway models fall under $1,000 with free shipping. The Spartan at $668.99 is the lowest entry point. The Excalibur at $774.99 adds LED scoring and swaps billiards for air hockey. The Maverick at $983.99 is the premium option, with the larger 7-ft pool surface justifying the additional cost for buyers who want a better billiards experience.
Also Worth Considering
For larger 3-in-1 combo tables combining billiards, air hockey, and ping pong in a single piece of furniture, the Atomic Tables collection and Escalade collection offer higher-end multi-game setups built around 84-inch billiards surfaces. For standalone ping pong conversion tops that work on full-size surfaces, browse our ping pong conversion tops collection. And for dedicated table tennis from top brands, our full lineup of indoor ping pong tables from Butterfly, Joola, Stiga, and Killerspin covers every skill level and budget. Every order at PingPongTables.com ships free with our lowest price guarantee.
