This is a great table for both recreational and serious players, and for adults and kids alike. It is very solidly constructed and easy to fold up and open for use. I love how easy it was to fold and lock in the two sides and roll them into our storage room when we needed the space. The playing surface is very good, even, no bumps or scratches. I would use a 1-star ball, the 3-star tends to be a bit slow on this surface. 

The only caution is that the package when delivered is extremely heavy. It is well worth the extra $79 to have the delivery guys transport it to the room where you will be using it. Don't be like me and cheap out on the delivery cost - it was a lot of effort to carry that huge, heavy package into the basement. Once we got it there, the actual assembly took less than 10 minutes.

Great table! 

Pros: Easy assembly, durable finish, very good construction, easy fold-away for storage, beautiful blue look
Cons: Heavy box so pay extra for delivery