What is Webcam Darts? The Complete Guide to Competitive Online Darts

Webcam darts in one sentence

Webcam darts is competitive online darts where both players use a live webcam aimed at their dartboard — so each player can see every dart the other throws in real time, exactly like playing face to face at a pub or club.

The problem with online darts without a webcam

Online dart scoring apps have existed for years. The concept is simple: two players enter their own scores on their phones or computers, and the app tracks the game. The problem is obvious — there is no way to verify the scores. A player could throw a 26 and enter a 140. Without seeing the board, you have no way of knowing.

This is why most serious players gave up on online darts: without accountability, the scores mean nothing. Competitive webcam darts solves this problem completely.

How webcam darts makes online play genuinely competitive

With webcam darts, your opponent watches your dartboard via live video as you throw every dart. They can see exactly where the darts land before you enter your score. If you enter 140 when you threw a 26, they saw it — and they can raise a dispute backed by video evidence.

This single change transforms online darts from a trust exercise into a genuinely competitive sport. On platforms like Moneydarts, webcam is mandatory for all competitive matches — not optional. Both players see each other throughout the entire match, including the throwing action and the darts in the board.

How competitive webcam darts works — step by step

1. Set up your board and camera — Mount your dartboard at regulation height (173cm bullseye from the floor). Point a webcam or smartphone at the board from about 1.5-2 metres away at board height. Make sure the lighting is good — your opponent needs to see where darts land clearly.
2. Create your account — Sign up on a webcam darts platform like Moneydarts. Free to start, no credit card required.
3. Find a match — Browse open challenges in the lobby, create your own match, or register for a tournament. You can also invite a friend directly with a private match link.
4. The video call starts automatically — Once both players confirm they are ready, the live video call begins. You see your opponent on screen — their board, their throw, the darts in the board. They see yours.
5. Play standard X01 darts — Take turns throwing 3 darts. After each visit, enter your total score (0-180) using the on-screen keypad. The live scoreboard updates instantly for both players.
6. Win legs and sets — Play best-of-legs and best-of-sets formats to decide the match. The winner receives the stake from the prize pool.

What equipment do you need for webcam darts?

The equipment list is shorter than most people expect:

• Dartboard — Any standard bristle board at regulation height. Steel-tip darts on a bristle board is the standard for competitive play.
• Darts — Your preferred set. Weight and style do not affect the platform.
• Webcam or smartphone — 720p or higher. A phone on a tripod pointed at your board from about 1.5 metres away is a popular setup. See our best webcam setup guide for positioning tips.
• Internet connection — Minimum 3 Mbps upload/download. Wired ethernet is more reliable than WiFi for video calls.
• A browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge on any device. No app required.

For a detailed equipment guide, see what you need to play darts online or our webcam setup guide.

Webcam darts formats and competition

On Moneydarts, competitive webcam darts comes in several formats:

• X01 matches — Standard 501, 301, and other X01 starting scores. Choose best-of-legs (first to win X legs takes the match) or best-of-sets. Double-out or single-out modes are available.
• Bracket tournaments — Organized competitions with automatic bracket generation. Register, play through rounds, and compete until a champion is crowned. Entry fees go into the prize pool.
• Private friendly matches — Challenge a specific friend with a direct invite. No lobby, no waiting — just start throwing.
• Open lobby challenges — Browse matches created by other players and join instantly, or create your own and wait for a challenger.

Is webcam darts popular?

Webcam darts has grown significantly since the pandemic, when pub leagues and clubs shut down and players looked for a way to keep competing from home. What began as a workaround has become a genuine competitive format in its own right.

Many players now prefer webcam darts even when their local pub league is running — the flexibility of playing from home at any hour, against opponents from anywhere in the world, is hard to beat. As broadband speeds and webcam quality have improved, the experience has become increasingly close to playing in person.

Frequently asked questions about webcam darts

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