Of course theyre cheaper theres less parts. It doesnt affect the way the table plays. A gold crown plays like a gold crown whether its drop pocket or ball return. Pool halls have to buy in bulk so they tend to err on the cheap side but the average home owner doesnt have to worry about it table being a little more expensive. Same applies to cloth,balls and sticks.
Is there any difference in the cut of the pocket shelf for either style table?
If so-why?
thanks
ps: for me, a home table would mostly be for practicing alone. I think I would prefer a 'return table' for the home. Most pool halls I visit have drop pockets.