Online Pool & Billiards Scoreboard
Pool matches are usually scored as a race: each rack (game) a player wins counts 1, and the first to reach the target, such as 5, 7 or 9 racks, wins the match. ScoreBoard's free pool scoreboard counts racks with one tap and declares the winner when someone reaches 7.
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Pool scoring rules at a glance
| Scoring unit | 1 point per rack (game) won |
|---|---|
| Common races | Race to 5, 7 or 9 racks |
| 8-ball | Pocket your group (solids or stripes), then the 8-ball |
| 9-ball | Hit the lowest ball first; pocketing the 9 legally wins the rack |
| Handicapped leagues | Each player may need a different number of racks |
How the Pool preset works
The Pool preset is a race to 7: tap a player each time they win a rack, and ScoreBoard declares the winner at 7. For other races, use the Standard preset and stop at your target.
- Point buttons
- +1
- Target score
- 7
- Win by
- Any lead
How to keep score for pool online
- Open the pool scoreboard. The Pool preset is already selected.
- Name the teams or players (2 to 12) and pick their colors, then tap Create Game.
- Tap a team’s card or its point buttons to add points. On a keyboard, press 1, 2 or 3 to score for that team and Shift + the number to undo.
- Open the gear menu for fullscreen and XL score size, or tap Share to get a 6-character code others can join at thescorekeeper.app/app/join.
- Tap the rack winner as soon as the last ball drops.
- Use Next Round to play several races in one session and keep a running tally.
- Works for darts legs and shuffleboard frames too.
Pool scoreboard FAQ
What does race to 7 mean in pool?
A race to 7 means the first player to win 7 racks (individual games) wins the match. Races to 5, 7 and 9 are common in bars, leagues and tournaments.
How do you keep score in 8-ball?
In 8-ball each rack is won by the player who pockets all of their group (solids or stripes) and then legally pockets the 8-ball. Scoring the match means counting racks won.
Can I keep score for a pool league night?
Yes. Create a game per match, add up to 12 players or teams, and share the code so teammates can follow every race live.
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All scoreboards →Last updated November 2, 2026. Rules summarize the common professional format; local leagues may differ.