There are quite a few differences, that’s why we categorized them into two categories. You may not spend a lot for a complete beginner or a kid, but safety measure is something you must consider. That is why balancing the budget and quality is important here. Our selection list of budget hoops will exactly serve that purpose. But for youth and adults meaning intermediate and advanced players should spend more to get a professional performance. The quality of the backboard material, performance, the capacity of the supporting base, the rim quality, and the height adjustment mechanism all these parameters are important to consider when choosing a goal for youth and adults to get a professional feel and good performance.