Pool & Billiards Score Tracker
Track your 8-ball and 9-ball matches with a clean digital scorekeeper. Race-to format, run-out tracking, and works on any device.
Why Use Our Pool Scorekeeper?
Everything you need to keep score at the table — no beads, no paper.
8-Ball & 9-Ball
Support for the two most popular cue sports formats. Pick your game and start tracking.
Race-To Format
Set your match as a race to 2, 3, 4, or 5. Perfect for league matches, bar play, or friendly sets.
Run-Out Tracking
Mark racks won as run-outs to track how often a player clears the table without the opponent shooting.
Undo & Rematch
Made a mistake? Undo the last rack. Done with the match? Hit rematch to reset and go again.
Works on Any Device
Phone, tablet, or laptop — the scoreboard adapts to your screen. Portrait stacks, landscape goes side-by-side.
Works Offline
No internet at the pool hall? No problem. Your match saves locally and works without a connection.
Pool & Billiards Scoring FAQ
What is a "race to" format in pool?
A "race to" format means the first player to win a set number of racks (games) wins the match. For example, a race to 3 means the first player to win 3 racks wins — equivalent to a best-of-5 match. This is the standard format used in APA, BCA, and most pool leagues worldwide.
What is a run-out in pool?
A run-out occurs when a player clears the table in a single visit — pocketing all of their required balls and the winning ball without their opponent ever getting a shot. In 8-ball, this means running all 7 of your group (solids or stripes) plus the 8-ball. In 9-ball, it means running balls 1 through 9 in order. Run-outs are a key measure of skill and are tracked in competitive play.
What is the difference between 8-ball and 9-ball?
In 8-ball, 15 balls are racked and each player is assigned either solids (1–7) or stripes (9–15). Players must pocket all of their group, then legally pocket the 8-ball to win the rack. In 9-ball, only balls 1–9 are used. Players must always hit the lowest numbered ball first, but any ball pocketed on a legal shot counts. The player who pockets the 9-ball wins the rack.
How does breaking work in a race format?
In most formats, players alternate the break between racks. The winner of the lag (or a coin flip) breaks first, and then the break alternates. Some league formats use "winner breaks" where the player who won the previous rack gets to break again. Our scorekeeper tracks who has the break each rack.
What race-to format is used in league play?
Common race formats vary by league and skill level. APA 8-ball uses handicapped races (e.g., a skill level 3 races to 2 while a skill level 7 races to 5). BCA and bar leagues typically use race to 3 or race to 4. Professional events often use race to 7, 9, or even 11 for finals. Our scorekeeper supports race to 2, 3, 4, or 5 for the most common formats.
Can I use this scorekeeper for league matches?
Yes. While official league score sheets are still required for record-keeping, our digital scorekeeper is a convenient way to track the match in real-time. It's perfect for keeping everyone at the table informed of the current score, especially in noisy bar environments where the bead counter on the table can be hard to read.
Does this work on my phone?
Absolutely. The scorekeeper is fully responsive and designed for phone use at the pool table. In portrait mode, the players stack vertically for easy one-handed tapping. In landscape, they appear side by side. It also works offline — no Wi-Fi or cell signal needed.