How we test and score
Every product in our roundups gets used at a real table. We weigh durability, readability, and the feel in your hand over unboxing aesthetics.
Who reviews these picks
Morgan Ashby, DM and collector since 2011
Morgan has run campaigns across multiple TTRPG systems since 2011, including 5e-compatible games, Pathfinder 2e, and Call of Cthulhu. She tests every pick at the table before it earns a RollHoard recommendation.
What we score on
Every pick is judged on the same criteria. We weight them by what actually matters for the way you will use the gear, then write up the tradeoffs honestly.
Table durability
Does it survive weekly sessions, spilled drinks, and a bag toss? We check seams, coatings, and hinges after extended use.
Readability
Dice need legible numbers under dim table lighting. Trays need contrast. DM screens need font sizes that work when stress is high.
System compatibility
We flag which products work for 5e-compatible play, Pathfinder 2e, Call of Cthulhu, and system-agnostic tables so you buy once.
Value for collectors
Dice-goblin math: cost per set, bag capacity, number of slots on condition rings. We run the numbers.
DM vs player fit
Every roundup calls out whether a pick optimizes for the game master or the player. Different roles, different needs.
How our picks work
Each category roundup is ranked by our editorial score. The highest-scored option carries the Top Pick badge. Separately, the option that delivers the most for the money carries the Best Value badge. They are often different products on purpose: the best-scored is not always the smartest buy for most people, and we tell you which is which.
What we never do
- We take no payment, free product, or sponsorship in exchange for coverage or a ranking. There are no paid placements.
- We say what is wrong with a product, not just what is right. Every pick lists real tradeoffs.
- We match recommendations to your situation (fitment, skill level, budget, and use case) instead of pushing one product on everyone.
- We keep our picks current and re-check them as products and prices change.
How we make money
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