Brand | Pop-A-Shot |
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Material | 1.5 inch Steel Tubing |
Color | Black |
Product Dimensions | 88"D x 46"W x 94"H |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Special Feature | Portable, Durable, Adjustable Height |
Mounting Type | Floor Mount |
Target Audience | Adults, Kids |
Room Type | Indoor |
Model Name | Home Dual Shot |
Included Components | Electronic Scoring System, Size 3 Basketballs |
Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
Minimum Height | 82 Inches |
Style | Recreational/Residential |
Assembly Required | Yes |
Maximum Height Recommendation | 94 Inches |
UPC | 041022001019 |
Rim Size | 18 Inches |
Manufacturer | Pop-A-Shot |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 48 x 24 x 6 inches |
Package Weight | 24.95 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 88 x 46 x 82 inches |
Brand Name | Pop-A-Shot |
Warranty Description | 1-Year Manufacturer |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
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Brand | Pop-A-Shot |
Material | 1.5 inch Steel Tubing |
Color | Black |
Product Dimensions | 88"D x 46"W x 94"H |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Special Feature | Portable, Durable, Adjustable Height |
Mounting Type | Floor Mount |
Target Audience | Adults, Kids |
Room Type | Indoor |
Model Name | Home Dual Shot |
About this item
- The fun of the arcade, the convenience of home. High scores, 2 players, announcers, and bonus time without staring at a screen or sitting on a couch.
- We've been perfecting the game experience since 1981. Score tracking is nearly 100% accurate thanks to proprietary infrared sensors. 7 basketballs. 16 different game modes. A large 3 digit scoreboard, 6 audio options, AC or AA-battery powered, and the best announcer your side of the Mississippi.
- Built for years of family fun. Made from sturdy 1.5" steel tubes with powder coating to eliminate rusting and chipping. A heavy-duty nylon ramp, and 1/2" thick commercial grade backboard.
- Not as big as you think. Game dimensions of 46" wide x 88" deep x 82/88/94" adjustable height. On wheels and folds to 37" deep for easy storage.
- Play worry free. All Pop-A-Shot games come with a best-in-class 12-month warranty.
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Pop-A-Shot
Nobody does it better than the Original! Pop-A-Shot is the first name in arcade basketball, and we've been leading the break ever since
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Pop-A-Shot - The Original
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How did we get our start?
Pop-A-Shot was founded in 1981 by former college basketball coach Ken Cochran, when he invented the world's first arcade basketball game and coined the term "Pop-A-Shot" to describe it!
What makes our products unique?
Our team knows Pop-A-Shot because we ARE Pop-A-Shot!
From innovating electronic scoring to developing the most dunkable Over-The-Door rim ever made, Pop-A-Shot is pushing the game forward for the players dedicated to getting buckets
Why do we love what we do?
We're carrying on the legacy of an iconic brand committed to hoopers everywhere...What's not to love?
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Official Pop-A-Shot Home Dual Shot
Pop-A-Shot, which created the arcade basketball game, introduces its revolutionary and fully interactive Home Dual Shot. Constructed from high-grade 1 ½” steel tubing powder-coated to reduce rusting, extra-thick backboard and durable nylon ramp, the Home Dual Shot can withstand years of frequent use. Our rims are now stronger than ever, and the revised sensor placement improves accuracy. An easily accessible panel controls the 16 different games and 6 audio options, providing almost limitless choices for years of fun play.

16 Different Games + 6 Audio Options
The Home Dual Shot arcade basketball game features more games to choose from—a total of 16, from the classic 1-on-1 :30 game to longer direct competitions and individual skill challenges (skeet shooting and beat the clock). There are also 6 different audio options, including an announcer who calls the game (“That’s a 3!”; “En fuego!”), sound effects (crowd noise and basket “swishes”) and 3 different music selections. The limitless options will provide interactive action for hours.

Large LED Scoreboard & Easy Accessible Control Panel
A large, three-digit scoreboard is paired with a proprietary Infrared optical sensor scoring system that correctly registers 98% of shots. There also an audio jack to plug in external speakers (not included). And a well-integrated control panel, with Pop-A-Shot balls for buttons, is attached to the game’s front bar. The easily accessible is used to turn on and begin games, change audio selections and choose games. A handy “cheat sheet,” with all of the game and audio options listed, dangles from the control panel cord.

Durable Construction & Easy Storage
Made from sturdy 1 ½” steel tubes with a powder coating to eliminate rusting and chipping and a thick nylon ramp, the Home Dual Shot can withstand continual use for years. The frame and backboard are much thicker and sturdier than those of most other arcade basketball games. The game’s height can be customized for different-sized ceilings and individual users. When not in use, the game can be folded to 37” deep (from 88”) and easily moved using the wheels, unique to the Home Dual Shot.

Official Pop-A-Shot Home Dual Shot

16 Different Games + 6 Audio Options

Large LED Scoreboard

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Dimensions | 45" wide x 88" long x 82/88/94" high (adjustable) | 29" wide x 81" inches long x 81" tall | 46" wide x 88" long x 88" high | 46" wide x 81" long x 81" high | 30" wide x 88" long x 82" high | 17" wide x 12.5 high |
Number of games | 16 games | 1 game | 16 games | 10 games | 6 games | 1 game |
Balls included | 7 Basketballs | 3 Basketballs | 7 Basketballs | 4 Basketballs | 4 Basketballs | 2 Mini Basketballs |
Number of players | 1-2 Players | 1-2 Players | 1-2 Player | 1-2 Players | 1 Player | 1 Player |
Quality Protection Plan | 12 Month | 3 Month | 12 Month | 6 Month | 12 Month | 3 Month |
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Best Sellers Rank | #14,330 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #3 in Electronic Basketball Games |
Date First Available | November 24, 2021 |
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Customers find the product well-built and durable. They find it fun for families to play with, and the built-in speaker is of good quality. Many customers appreciate the value for money and variety of games. However, some have mixed opinions on assembly ease, accuracy, and size.
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Customers appreciate the product's build quality. They find it well-made, durable, and steady. The built-in speaker is of good quality compared to other games they've purchased.
"...Shuts itself off after a period of inactivity. Great quality, good value, tons of fun. We're very happy with this purchase." Read more
"...The game is very solid and so far is holding up great!..." Read more
"...The built in speaker is of better quality than most games I've purchased, but I love that fact that there is a aux jack on the back to plug in a..." Read more
"...Put together in around 3 hours by one adult and one tween. Seems very sturdy but easy to roll around as needed...." Read more
Customers enjoy the product's fun for families. They find it easy to assemble and maneuver, and their grandchildren enjoy playing it for hours. The game is a quality addition to their basement and keeps them busy for hours.
"...friends over last night, and this was the game of choice, getting more play than foosball, ping pong and Stiga rod hockey combined...." Read more
"...guide (and maybe adding better quality diagrams), the game itself is AMAZING. I’ve found it to be accurate...." Read more
"...Fast paced, lots of options, sturdy, should have years of fun. Assembly was just as the directions indicated...." Read more
"...fits (using none of the height-increasing tubes) and we can play the game pretty well. IMPORTANT: My son and I are each 5'9"...." Read more
Customers like the product. They find it easy to fold and maneuver, good value for money, and have had no issues with it. They are surprised by the quality, saying it's built solidly with good basketballs and overall stable. The provided Allen wrench works fine, though they used one from their bike toolbox to get a little more. Overall, customers are pleased with their arcade basketball hoop and the sturdier materials used.
"...The supplied Allen wrench works fine, though I used one from my bike tool to get a little more leverage & save my fingers some abuse...." Read more
"...It works perfectly. I’m extremely pleased. They were very responsive when I emailed them about the scoring issue. I highly recommend this company." Read more
"Great product!! Put together in around 3 hours by one adult and one tween. Seems very sturdy but easy to roll around as needed...." Read more
"...I’ve had zero issues and have played the heck out of this thing nearly every day I’ve had it which has been a little over 1 week now...." Read more
Customers appreciate the product's value for money. They say it has accurate shooting for its price point, is one of the best entertainment investments they've made, and everyone loves it from 5 to 75 years old. It provides hours of fun and is addictive for those with a competitive spirit.
"...Great quality, good value, tons of fun. We're very happy with this purchase." Read more
"...It’s a great value for the price and definitely adds to our game room!" Read more
"...This has been one of the best entertainment investments we've ever made and it's an awesome compliment to our game room!..." Read more
"...Lol. Worth the money for all the fun you and your family will have." Read more
Customers enjoy the variety of games available on the product. They find it engaging with a fun mix of game modes that keeps it entertaining. The game has several programed games that seem so much fun. They can easily choose what game they want to play and what audio they want to use. It has become their favorite game for their two sons and their friends.
"...Among the 10 game modes are single player, 1 vs. 1, collaborative scoring, crossfire (where you shoot diagonally) and different game durations...." Read more
"...I’ve found it to be accurate. I like the little game/music options and you can adjust the sound...." Read more
"...Fast paced, lots of options, sturdy, should have years of fun. Assembly was just as the directions indicated...." Read more
"Fun to play, lots of different games, very well made." Read more
Customers have different experiences with the assembly process. Some find it easy to assemble, with clear instructions and labeling for setup. Others say it's hard to assemble with one person, and the instructions are not always accurate.
"...Instructions were pretty clear; the only part I messed up was that I put the net/ramp on upside down, which we fixed the following day...." Read more
"...I basically assembled the game by myself except I had to have help attaching the scoreboard / backboard. I had to read the directions several..." Read more
"...Aside from the assembly problems which again, could easily be resolved by updating the instruction guide (and maybe adding better quality diagrams),..." Read more
"...It went together easily. I did have an issue with the scoring system but it turned out I had put the nets on upside down...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the accuracy of the product. Some find it accurate and sturdy, while others report issues with malfunctioning sensors or inaccurate counting.
"...It went together easily. I did have an issue with the scoring system but it turned out I had put the nets on upside down...." Read more
"...Among the 10 game modes are single player, 1 vs. 1, collaborative scoring, crossfire (where you shoot diagonally) and different game durations...." Read more
"...How to align the scoreboard sensors was tricky but we figured it out using video instructions." Read more
"...I’ve found it to be accurate. I like the little game/music options and you can adjust the sound...." Read more
Customers have different views on the size of the product. Some find it a good size that fits well in their basement and has plenty of games to choose from. Others mention it's too large to move to other rooms without taking it apart, and the bottom of the ball return doesn't fit over the tube/bar.
"...Folds up nicely, so huge space saver there. My husband and I have enjoyed trying to 1up each other’s high score. Lol...." Read more
"...It’s exactly what we wanted, but it’s a larger size than others. We’ve had this for a few years now and very happy with durability...." Read more
"...Two players at one time. Solid construction. You'll need an hour to assemble if you're not hands on save...." Read more
"...pop-a-shot seemed like it would be easier to move around and fit in our garage, came with more balls and seemed to be using sturdier materials...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2019Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseThis was a GREAT addition to our basement. It arrived in one heavy box, with no damaged or missing pieces. Among the 10 game modes are single player, 1 vs. 1, collaborative scoring, crossfire (where you shoot diagonally) and different game durations. If I had a dime for every time my 8 year-old said "please, just one more game!" I'd have enough to buy another one. We had some adult friends over last night, and this was the game of choice, getting more play than foosball, ping pong and Stiga rod hockey combined. Scoring is nearly perfect, the only misses coming when two balls go through in very rapid succession.
Assembly was fairly easy - one recommendation I have is to have a 10 mm box wrench available, it'll make holding all the nuts easier. The supplied Allen wrench works fine, though I used one from my bike tool to get a little more leverage & save my fingers some abuse. Use your own full-sized phillips head screwdriver for the few screws that need that tool. Instructions were pretty clear; the only part I messed up was that I put the net/ramp on upside down, which we fixed the following day. There are black tabs on the net for the control module wire to pass through, and they should be on the right side as you look at the rim from the shooting area. Fully assembled, it is sturdy yet easy to move - the wheels also lock to prevent it from moving around when shooters "lean in". With a few interruptions, I took my time and got it together in 3 hrs, all-in. Helps to have a partner when hanging the backboard.
No electrical outlets nearby? No problem! Can run on AA batteries or be plugged in. Shuts itself off after a period of inactivity.
Great quality, good value, tons of fun. We're very happy with this purchase.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2018Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseI can't think of a better word than "exceptional"! From the product reviews, I was convinced this would be a quality product, and indeed it is. But as much as I read about how fun this would be, I knew that would be an individual experience that I would have to wait and discover myself.
First off, I bought this for my 10 year old niece (she is obsessed with basketball) because she wanted it so bad. I set it up in our basement which has a 7' 9" ceiling. The middle height adjustment was perfect. We almost could have went to the highest setting if I had a couple more inches to work with. But we like it just fine where it's at.
We have had this just a few days, and it has been used for hours! I'm 42 and enjoying this very much. But with 6 kids in the house (between the ages of 10 and 18) it is getting used several times a day. Everyone loves it! It even gives you more exercise than you would think. The kids complain that they are hot and their arms hurt from playing so much haha. Hey, anything that compels these young ones to put down their phones and go compete in some physical activity is definitely a win!
Besides the physical quality of the product itself, I'm also pleased with the mechanics. I've been watching the scoring accuracy very carefully while the kids play. I agree that the sensors seem to be working at least 98% percent of the time. Probably better, because I have only witnessed twice that a score was not counted. And that's after hundreds of shots!
So now, I have to tell you one of my favorite parts... the announcer! The kids agree with me that "he" makes this game so much fun! The music is also quite good. Not just a cheesy multi-tone sound, but real music! The built in speaker is of better quality than most games I've purchased, but I love that fact that there is a aux jack on the back to plug in a better, external speaker. I did this and it sounds amazing!
Also, the announcer had quite a large vocabulary. Yes, you do hear the same phrases quite a bit, but there are many of them. And even after hours of play, new ones we haven't heard come up. He gives both encouraging comments and gives some sarcastic, humorous comments too. I won't spoil the fun by quoting his comments here, but he is entertaining and adds to the entire experience.
The 10 games also keep this game from getting too repetitive. The kids love to switch it up all the time. The "cheat sheet" is very handy too because it is attached next to the control board and it gives an explanation of all the games.
This has been one of the best entertainment investments we've ever made and it's an awesome compliment to our game room!
P.S. The fact that it easily lifts and folds up, allowed us to place it by our pool table so it does not get in our way at all.
5.0 out of 5 starsI can't think of a better word than "exceptional"! From the product reviews, I was convinced this would be a quality product, and indeed it is. But as much as I read about how fun this would be, I knew that would be an individual experience that I would have to wait and discover myself.EXCEPTIONAL PRODUCT, EXCEPTIONAL FUN!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2018
First off, I bought this for my 10 year old niece (she is obsessed with basketball) because she wanted it so bad. I set it up in our basement which has a 7' 9" ceiling. The middle height adjustment was perfect. We almost could have went to the highest setting if I had a couple more inches to work with. But we like it just fine where it's at.
We have had this just a few days, and it has been used for hours! I'm 42 and enjoying this very much. But with 6 kids in the house (between the ages of 10 and 18) it is getting used several times a day. Everyone loves it! It even gives you more exercise than you would think. The kids complain that they are hot and their arms hurt from playing so much haha. Hey, anything that compels these young ones to put down their phones and go compete in some physical activity is definitely a win!
Besides the physical quality of the product itself, I'm also pleased with the mechanics. I've been watching the scoring accuracy very carefully while the kids play. I agree that the sensors seem to be working at least 98% percent of the time. Probably better, because I have only witnessed twice that a score was not counted. And that's after hundreds of shots!
So now, I have to tell you one of my favorite parts... the announcer! The kids agree with me that "he" makes this game so much fun! The music is also quite good. Not just a cheesy multi-tone sound, but real music! The built in speaker is of better quality than most games I've purchased, but I love that fact that there is a aux jack on the back to plug in a better, external speaker. I did this and it sounds amazing!
Also, the announcer had quite a large vocabulary. Yes, you do hear the same phrases quite a bit, but there are many of them. And even after hours of play, new ones we haven't heard come up. He gives both encouraging comments and gives some sarcastic, humorous comments too. I won't spoil the fun by quoting his comments here, but he is entertaining and adds to the entire experience.
The 10 games also keep this game from getting too repetitive. The kids love to switch it up all the time. The "cheat sheet" is very handy too because it is attached next to the control board and it gives an explanation of all the games.
This has been one of the best entertainment investments we've ever made and it's an awesome compliment to our game room!
P.S. The fact that it easily lifts and folds up, allowed us to place it by our pool table so it does not get in our way at all.
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2025Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseI bought the Pop A Shot for my grandchildren and we are having a blast playing together. The game is very solid and so far is holding up great! I basically assembled the game by myself except I had to have help attaching the scoreboard / backboard.
I had to read the directions several times and had to undo a couple steps, but slowly I got it together and I’m a grandma. It’s a great value for the price and definitely adds to our game room!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025Color: BlackVerified PurchaseI watched their video before putting this together and then followed the instructions. It went together easily. I did have an issue with the scoring system but it turned out I had put the nets on upside down. By then I was almost done and didn’t read the directions as I was anxious to get it finished. It works perfectly. I’m extremely pleased. They were very responsive when I emailed them about the scoring issue. I highly recommend this company.
5.0 out of 5 starsI watched their video before putting this together and then followed the instructions. It went together easily. I did have an issue with the scoring system but it turned out I had put the nets on upside down. By then I was almost done and didn’t read the directions as I was anxious to get it finished. It works perfectly. I’m extremely pleased. They were very responsive when I emailed them about the scoring issue. I highly recommend this company.Great game and great support
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2025Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseGreat product!! Put together in around 3 hours by one adult and one tween. Seems very sturdy but easy to roll around as needed. How to align the scoreboard sensors was tricky but we figured it out using video instructions.
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- Alejandro RamirezReviewed in Canada on February 1, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars We thought the kids would have fun
Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseWe thought the kids would have fun throwing hoops and at least that way they would be away from the screen a few minutes everyday.
We never expected us adults to enjoy Pop-a-Shot so much. It's just as fun as it is in the arcades, with the added convenience of having this at home. It comes with 15 different modes to make this challenging and fun.
Installation
- Videos on their site may not match your specific model or product iteration. However the manual is straightforward to follow and quite frankly there was only one catch in the whole process. This is mostly a one person job, but having a second person for a few keys steps makes it easy to balance the frame.
- CATCH: As mundane as it seems, be sure the net is installed the right way or it will obstruct the sensor that counts points that is directly below the rim. We found about this as one of the sensors was not counting correctly.
As in my picture when looked at from the front, you must have a clear and unobstructed view of the sensor (notice the larger whole in the net). This is specified in the installation manual, but we feel a warning box would be handy so that people know there's a functional reason why aligning the net the right way is important. Perhaps even a sticker placed on the net and net bracket that goes with it for alignment, would make this even more fool proof. Willing to bet there's at least a few people calling support every day for a faulty sensor, when in reality the solution is straightforward if you know what you're doing.
- The structure is adjustable to ceilings of varying height. We have standard 8ft ceilings in the basement, and were able to use one set of extenders. That fits our use perfectly and find the height perfect for game play. The frame includes an additional set of extenders if you have taller ceilings.
- You can either have the gameboard use batteries or have it plugged in as we do for added convenience.
Operation:
- Smooth, just works, counters are 100% accurate. Be aware that when you are granted bonus time or in certain game modes, the other person hoops may not be counted. This is by design. You may have been given bonus time, the other person may have not got to the minimum score to get that.
Sturdiness
- Looks and feel sturdy, even withstanding kid abuse slamming the ball as hard as they can against the board, and an 8 year old climbing the ball ramp on a few occasions.
Value
- Amazing value, as stay-at-home workers, my wife and I challenge each other at least once a day to go downstairs and play a couple of games. Gets the heart pumping, and gets us exercising and having fun together. And trust me, from someone who runs in the summer and lifts weights, throwing hoops rapidly is a good workout and I feel my heartbeat increase every single time, play for more than 3-5 minutes and you'll break sweat. It just feels like a cheat code to exercise, having fun and not ever having to leave the house which comes in handy during the winter months.
Best for
- Couples or families with kids 8+ years old.
- People living in places with long winters, or excruciatingly hot summers who may want to remain active without leaving the house.
Sorry got to go and throw some hoops rightaway, I'm trying to get to 100 points in game mode 1.....love it.
Alejandro RamirezWe thought the kids would have fun
Reviewed in Canada on February 1, 2024
We never expected us adults to enjoy Pop-a-Shot so much. It's just as fun as it is in the arcades, with the added convenience of having this at home. It comes with 15 different modes to make this challenging and fun.
Installation
- Videos on their site may not match your specific model or product iteration. However the manual is straightforward to follow and quite frankly there was only one catch in the whole process. This is mostly a one person job, but having a second person for a few keys steps makes it easy to balance the frame.
- CATCH: As mundane as it seems, be sure the net is installed the right way or it will obstruct the sensor that counts points that is directly below the rim. We found about this as one of the sensors was not counting correctly.
As in my picture when looked at from the front, you must have a clear and unobstructed view of the sensor (notice the larger whole in the net). This is specified in the installation manual, but we feel a warning box would be handy so that people know there's a functional reason why aligning the net the right way is important. Perhaps even a sticker placed on the net and net bracket that goes with it for alignment, would make this even more fool proof. Willing to bet there's at least a few people calling support every day for a faulty sensor, when in reality the solution is straightforward if you know what you're doing.
- The structure is adjustable to ceilings of varying height. We have standard 8ft ceilings in the basement, and were able to use one set of extenders. That fits our use perfectly and find the height perfect for game play. The frame includes an additional set of extenders if you have taller ceilings.
- You can either have the gameboard use batteries or have it plugged in as we do for added convenience.
Operation:
- Smooth, just works, counters are 100% accurate. Be aware that when you are granted bonus time or in certain game modes, the other person hoops may not be counted. This is by design. You may have been given bonus time, the other person may have not got to the minimum score to get that.
Sturdiness
- Looks and feel sturdy, even withstanding kid abuse slamming the ball as hard as they can against the board, and an 8 year old climbing the ball ramp on a few occasions.
Value
- Amazing value, as stay-at-home workers, my wife and I challenge each other at least once a day to go downstairs and play a couple of games. Gets the heart pumping, and gets us exercising and having fun together. And trust me, from someone who runs in the summer and lifts weights, throwing hoops rapidly is a good workout and I feel my heartbeat increase every single time, play for more than 3-5 minutes and you'll break sweat. It just feels like a cheat code to exercise, having fun and not ever having to leave the house which comes in handy during the winter months.
Best for
- Couples or families with kids 8+ years old.
- People living in places with long winters, or excruciatingly hot summers who may want to remain active without leaving the house.
Sorry got to go and throw some hoops rightaway, I'm trying to get to 100 points in game mode 1.....love it.
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Miguel Angel Sierra QuintanaReviewed in Mexico on November 2, 2023
2.0 out of 5 stars Mal producto
Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseMuy mal servicio para la atención en una garantía por defecto
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Esther MéndezReviewed in Mexico on February 8, 2023
1.0 out of 5 stars No funcionan los sensores
Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseEl producto llegó antes pero los sensores de los marcadores no funcionan, no es lo que que esperaba pues es muy costoso para que no funcione
- FarazJReviewed in Canada on January 6, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Super fun for whole family!
Color: Blue and WhiteVerified PurchaseI am an adult father of two and I am having too much fun playing with this thing!
My wife and I have been having daily battles for the past month and candidly, played with it
95% more then our children. To be fair, my son is bit young still to fully enjoy, but he loves the announcer play by play and has taken to yelling out “buzzer beater” and “pop-a-shot” in random and out of context conversations but it’s become an inside joke for us and really has brought our entire family a lot of joy. We had lot of different people of varying ages over during the holidays and the pop-a-shot was a hit with everyone, old and young, ballers and noobs alike!
In terms of setup - the instructions were easy to follow (there is a handy YouTube video walkthrough that’s great as well) and I was able to get it put together with a little help from my wife in 3 hours.
I have had no issues with scores not being counted and while balls do occasionally bounce out, it’s always due to overzealous shooting vs structural issue. Having 7 balls to work with is awesome and the loaded games and music make it a lot of fun playing head to head or even the solitary challenges (included pic of my high score for reference!).
The lone concern I have is the backboard tilts forward ever so slightly. I believe this is due to the connection points of the upright tubes not being ultra snug. It’s a very minor 2-3degree tilt so it’s mostly imperceptible but wonder if that could effect long term durability. That said I’m sure this
product is head and shoulders above the quality and sturdiness of similar dual shot offerings and would highly recommend pop-a-shot as the best choice in the category.
Only other issue is I wish the outdoor version was available in Canada because I would buy another one for the backyard in a heartbeat!
FarazJSuper fun for whole family!
Reviewed in Canada on January 6, 2020
My wife and I have been having daily battles for the past month and candidly, played with it
95% more then our children. To be fair, my son is bit young still to fully enjoy, but he loves the announcer play by play and has taken to yelling out “buzzer beater” and “pop-a-shot” in random and out of context conversations but it’s become an inside joke for us and really has brought our entire family a lot of joy. We had lot of different people of varying ages over during the holidays and the pop-a-shot was a hit with everyone, old and young, ballers and noobs alike!
In terms of setup - the instructions were easy to follow (there is a handy YouTube video walkthrough that’s great as well) and I was able to get it put together with a little help from my wife in 3 hours.
I have had no issues with scores not being counted and while balls do occasionally bounce out, it’s always due to overzealous shooting vs structural issue. Having 7 balls to work with is awesome and the loaded games and music make it a lot of fun playing head to head or even the solitary challenges (included pic of my high score for reference!).
The lone concern I have is the backboard tilts forward ever so slightly. I believe this is due to the connection points of the upright tubes not being ultra snug. It’s a very minor 2-3degree tilt so it’s mostly imperceptible but wonder if that could effect long term durability. That said I’m sure this
product is head and shoulders above the quality and sturdiness of similar dual shot offerings and would highly recommend pop-a-shot as the best choice in the category.
Only other issue is I wish the outdoor version was available in Canada because I would buy another one for the backyard in a heartbeat!
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- MonReviewed in Canada on January 14, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Color: BlackVerified PurchaseKids love this! Very easy to assemble. Great way to keep kids entertained