The Complete Aramith Billiard Ball Guide: Every Set & Ball Explained
If you’ve ever played on a quality table, you’ve almost certainly played with Aramith. Made in Belgium, Aramith is the world’s most trusted billiard ball brand — the official choice of pro tournaments across pool, snooker, and carom. This guide walks through every Aramith set and ball, grouped by type, with the facts, comparisons, and photos to help you choose.
Quick answer: Aramith balls are made from phenolic resin — far harder, denser, and longer-lasting than the cheap polyester/acrylic balls on budget tables. The pool lineup climbs in tiers: Continental → Premier → Premium (Vitrotech) → Tournament (Duramith) → Tournament Pro-Cup / TV / Black. Snooker, carom, and Russian pyramid have their own ranges, plus training and single cue balls.
Why Aramith? The phenolic-resin advantage
Almost every cheap ball set is moulded from polyester or acrylic. Aramith uses phenolic resin — a denser, much harder material that resists impact, heat, and scratching. The practical payoff: Aramith balls keep their perfect roundness and high-gloss finish for years and can outlast polyester balls many times over, rolling truer the whole time.
Two technologies sit on top of that base:
- Vitrotech — a refined surface technology (Premium line) for a brilliant, scratch-resistant finish.
- Duramith — Aramith’s 4th-generation technology (Tournament line). Even more scratch-resistant and longer-lasting, with reduced friction for a cleaner roll and less cloth wear.
Standard sizes: pool 57.2mm (2¼"), snooker 52.4mm (2 1/16"), carom ~61.5mm, and Russian pyramid 68mm.
Aramith pool ball sets (2¼")
The core lineup, from entry-level to broadcast-grade. The higher you go, the longer the balls last and the truer they stay.
| Set | Technology | Best for | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental | Phenolic resin (entry) | Home tables, great value | $89.95 |
| Premier | Genuine phenolic resin | The professional standard | $182.81 |
| Premium | Vitrotech | Brilliant finish, durability | $200.19 |
| Tournament | Duramith (4th gen) | Longevity benchmark | $402.55 |
| Tournament TV Pro-Cup | Duramith + measles cue ball | TV / serious play | $419.95 |
| Tournament Black | Duramith | Matchroom TV edition | $484.96 |
Aramith Continental — entry-level Belgian phenolic quality at a home-table price. The smart upgrade from generic balls. $89.95
Aramith Premier — genuine phenolic resin and the long-time professional standard. The sweet spot of quality and value. $182.81
Aramith Premium (Vitrotech) — high-density phenolic with the Vitrotech surface for a brilliant, scratch-resistant finish. $200.19
Aramith Tournament (Duramith) — 4th-gen Duramith technology and the benchmark for longevity and roll. $402.55
Aramith Tournament TV Pro-Cup — Duramith set with the 6-dot “measles” cue ball used on TV broadcasts. $419.95
Aramith Tournament Pro-Cup Value Pack — the full Duramith set bundled with the official 6-dot measles cue ball. $458.63
Aramith Tournament Black — the striking Duramith Matchroom Multisport TV edition. $484.96
Super Aramith Pro-Cup Value Pack — premium phenolic set with the 6-dot ball and a maintenance kit. $458.63
Aramith Premier 2 1/16" (52.4mm) — professional phenolic balls sized for smaller and home tables. $199.95
Specialty & luxury pool sets
Same phenolic performance, statement looks — perfect as a centrepiece or a gift.
Camouflage Collection — tactical military-style phenolic set. $230.95
Stone Collection — luxury granite-effect phenolic resin. $224.34
Poker Ball Set — luxury card-theme phenolic pool balls. $249.95
Aramith snooker ball sets
Full 22-ball club sets in genuine phenolic resin, up to the official 1-gram tournament standard.
Snooker Premier 2 1/16" (52.4mm) — official regulation 22-ball club set. $199.95
Snooker Premier 2¼" (57.2mm) — full 22-ball set in the larger 2¼" size. $199.95
Tournament Champion SuperPro 1G — the official W.S.A. 1-gram standard with a premium aluminum case. $399.95
Aramith carom ball sets
For three-cushion and carom play — typically 61.5mm, in several grades.
| Set | Size | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Carom Aramith Set (AR1068) | 2 3/8" | $93.67 |
| Super Aramith de Luxe (AR1050) | 61.5mm | $151.71 |
| Super Aramith Pro-Cup Tournament (AR1067) | 61.5mm | $158.48 |
| Super Aramith Traditional (AR1051) | 63.2mm | $135.77 |
| Super Aramith Pro-Cup (AR1049) | 61.5mm | $211.16 |
| Super Aramith 5-Ball (AR1065) | 61.5mm | $239.74 |
| Super Aramith Pro-Cup Prestige (AR1069) | 61.5mm | $241.78 |
| Super Aramith Pro-Cup Challenge (AR1069.1) | 61.5mm | $241.78 |
Browse the full carom range: Pro-Cup, Pro-Cup Prestige, Pro-Cup Challenge, Pro-Cup Tournament, de Luxe, Traditional, 5-Ball, and the 2 3/8" set.
Russian pyramid sets (68mm)
Oversized 68mm phenolic balls for Russian pyramid.
Premier Russian Pyramid and Super Russian Pyramid — professional Belgian phenolic, 68mm. $399.95 each.
Aramith training cue balls
Practice aids that build real skill — same phenolic quality, with markings that teach spin, contact, and aim.
Jim Rempe Training Cue Ball — the classic dual-sided trainer with a 56-page master manual. $49.95
Nick Barrow’s Ultimate Snooker Trainer — 2 1/16" coaching aid with instruction booklet. $49.95
Champion Training Cue Ball — accuracy and tip-placement trainer, 2¼". $49.95
Q-Tru Training Cue Ball — precision stroke and alignment trainer. $49.95
Single & specialty cue balls
Replacements and specialty cue balls — including the famous 6-dot measles ball.
Pro-Cup “Measle” Cue Ball 2¼" (and the 2 1/16" snooker size) — 6 red dots let you see exactly how the cue ball is spinning. The TV standard. $49.95
Black Cue Ball 2¼" — high-gloss stealth-edition phenolic cue ball. $49.95
Pro Cup Cue Ball (red logo) — professional phenolic cue ball with the iconic red logo. $49.95
Duramith TV Black 9-Ball — high-contrast tournament replacement 9-ball. $49.95
Tournament Magnetic Cue Ball — magnetic cue ball for coin-op / ball-return tables. $25.95
Crazy Ball 2¼" (and 2 1/16") — an off-center prank cue ball for laughs. $39.95
Aramith ball care & maintenance
Phenolic balls last for years — and clean balls roll truer and look new. Aramith’s own care products are made for the material.
Ball Care Kit (Cleaner + Restorer) — $49.95. Also as a 3-item bundle with microfibre cloth.
Individually: Ball Cleaner ($19.95), Ball Restorer ($19.95), and Micro-Fiber Cloth ($19.95).
Which Aramith set should you buy?
Home table, best value: Continental ($89.95) — real Aramith phenolic without the premium price.
The all-rounder: Premier — the long-time pro standard at a fair price.
Best looks + durability: Premium (Vitrotech).
Buy-it-for-life / serious play: Tournament or Tournament Pro-Cup (Duramith), ideally with the measles cue ball.
Snooker / carom / pyramid: pick the Premier or Tournament set in your discipline and size.
Frequently asked questions
Are Aramith balls worth it?
Yes — phenolic resin lasts far longer than the polyester balls on budget tables, keeps its roundness and gloss, and rolls truer. Even the entry Continental set is a big step up from generic balls.
What’s the difference between phenolic and polyester balls?
Phenolic resin (Aramith) is much harder and denser, so it resists impact, heat, and scratches and can outlast polyester balls many times over. Cheap sets are usually polyester or acrylic.
What size pool ball do I need?
Standard American pool is 2¼" (57.2mm). Snooker is 2 1/16" (52.4mm), and carom is around 61.5mm. Match your set to your game and table.
What is a “measles” cue ball?
The Aramith Pro-Cup cue ball has six red dots so you can clearly see how much spin (english) you’re putting on the ball — it’s the standard on TV broadcasts and a great training aid.
How do I clean Aramith balls?
Use the Aramith Ball Cleaner for regular cleaning and the Restorer periodically to revive the gloss, then buff with the micro-fibre cloth. Avoid harsh household chemicals.
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Prices shown are at time of writing and may change. Specifications and technology descriptions are based on Aramith manufacturer information.