Gran Darts
ActiveOverview
Gran Darts is a Japanese manufacturer of darts equipment and smart dartboards, known for developing the GRANBOARD series that integrates AI-based auto-scoring with smartphone apps for online multiplayer and community features.123 The brand focuses on blending traditional darts with digital connectivity, serving a global user base across 65 countries with over 300,000 players.5 It positions itself in the electronic and smart darts market, emphasizing technology improvements based on user feedback.1
History
Gran Darts was founded in 2006 in Japan as a small darts equipment manufacturer producing dart sets, cases, and accessories from a small office.1 The company expanded into smart dartboards with the GRANBOARD, connecting traditional home play to online communities via smartphone apps.1 Key developments include the GRANBOARD 3s and dash models, which gained support in the GranDarts App, and ongoing app updates adding features like chat, leaderboards, and new games.34
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| GRANBOARD 3s (Smart Dartboard) | AI auto-scoring electronic board | $250 - $350 |
| GRANBOARD dash (Compact Smart Board) | Portable online dartboard | $200 - $300 |
| GRAN EYE (AI Camera Add-on) | Automatic dart detection accessory | $100 - $150 |
| Dart Sets and Accessories | Traditional darts equipment | $20 - $100 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured in Japan, starting from a small office setup for darts equipment.1 The company handles in-house development of smart technologies like AI scoring and app integration.12
Notable Products
- GRANBOARD 3s - Smart dartboard with AI auto-scoring, GranCam support, and GranDarts App compatibility for online play.
- GRANBOARD dash - Compact electronic dartboard now supported on GranDarts App with multiplayer features.
- GRAN EYE - AI camera accessory for automatic dart detection and scoring on compatible boards.
- GranCam - Camera add-on for soft tip darts enabling advanced app features on GRANBOARD.
Reputation
Gran Darts is perceived positively by darts enthusiasts for its innovative smart dartboards that enable global online play and community engagement, with features like auto-scoring praised in reviews.256 Professionals and users appreciate the technology integration and frequent app updates addressing user requests.134 Some note beta-stage app features as areas for refinement.36