Baseball and Softball Bats
The most obvious difference between Baseball and Softball Bats is their respective lengths. The most commonly used length for each type of bat is: baseball - 32", fastpitch softball - 33", slow pitch - 34" youth - 30".
Another difference between softball and baseball bats is the weight. Adult slow-pitch bats the most popular weight is 28oz. However, variations in the location of the balance point in individual bats can make the of 28oz bat feel much lighter. It can also make it feel much heavier than its actual weight. A Fastpitch softball bat is lighter than a slow-pitch model. This allows for better bat speed and control. The range of weights for adult baseball bats is much smaller because of the rules requiring a weight/length ratio that does not exceed -3.
Other than length differences, the second most glaring distinction between baseball and softball bats is the barrel diameters. Those on baseball bats are traditionally thicker than those on softball bats. The barrels of baseball bats, which are used for play under college and high school rules, are 2-5/8" in diameter. Adult softball bats are thinner, with barrel diameters of only 2-1/4". Youth bats have the same diameter as adult slow pitch bats.
Fast-pitch bats often have a barrel that takes up almost half the length of the bat. These create a shorter taper region and are design to provide an expanded and more responsive hitting surface while allowing a hitter to make better contact.
Youth Softball Bat Differences
Youth softball bat differences with youth baseball bats are hard to detect. The weight drop and certification are the main differences. A youth softball bat and a youth baseball bat have very similar construction. At the adult level, they design baseball and softball bat models to match their respective games. Conceivably you could use a baseball bat to play softball, as long as you can adjust to the slightly shorter total length, and the heavier weight. You could use a slow-pitch bat in a fast-pitch softball game without damaging it but with the larger weight you would probably not make as much contact. However, none of this would be legal for league or tournament play as they require bats with baseball or softball specific certifications. Below is our selection of baseball and softball bats-
Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat is not only a great hitting tool, but it comes at a great low price tag on the Ba...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez Maple Bat AR13
Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez Maple Bat AR13 The Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez maple bat AR13 has the turning model used by the MLB great. The Old Hickory AR13 has a medium barrel. It also has a thin ha...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost OG Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Ghost OG Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Easton Ghost OG Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 features Easton's new double barrel construction. This provides the hitter with the perfect co...Regular price $449.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 271RAB
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 271RAB The Rawlings Player Preferred ash wood baseball bat 271RAB is one of the most popular products from Rawlings. Some of the most well known prod...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$59.95 USDSale price $64.95 USD -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC6110C
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC6110C The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite wood baseball bat RBSC6110C has become beloved by users at all levels of the game. The main ide...Regular price $164.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Speed Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat
Easton Speed Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat The Easton Speed Alloy BBCOR baseball bat empowers ALX50 aircraft grade aluminum construction to create extended durability throughout all of its components. T...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USA Drop 10 Baseball Bat
Easton ADV 360 Composite USA Drop 10 Baseball Bat The Easton ADV 360 composite USA drop 10 baseball bat features a new Launch Composite technology. This combines with 360 engineering to provide an ...Regular price $229.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$349.99 USDSale price $229.95 USDSale -
Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5
Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5 The Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5 is one of the most popular wood bats on the market and this is because of the great craftsm...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX Alloy Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Marucci CATX Drop 10 Bat Features Tightened production tolerances allow barrel diameters to be built to the maximum limit, creating more surface area and higher overall performance. Patent pending...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat The Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid BBCOR Baseball Bat gives players a model that gives them a huge sweet spot and an excellent feeling swing. So, this ba...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 FPXND1020
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 FPXND1020 The Louisville Slugger Xeno fastpitch softball bat drop 10 FPXND1020 is one of the best bats on the fastpitch softball market today....Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat Get ready to be absolutely blown away by what this special Akadema Hybrid bat model has to offer. The Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Quest Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Louisville Slugger Quest Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 The Louisville Slugger Quest fastpitch softball bat drop 12 is an ideal bat for beginners and young slap hitters. Are you on a quest to becom...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat can be swung with ease, while still packing some serious pop. ...Regular price $48.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat Take a close look at this brand-new Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat. It has been constructed to offer absolutely everything a hit...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 With the Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat you can unleash the ultimate power and performance. This fastpitch bat features the revo...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Ghost Unlimited fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is certified for USA, USSSA (Fastpitch Only), NSA, ISA, and WBSC. The 2 1/4 inch di...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Old Hickory Nolan Arenado Maple Bat 28NA
Old Hickory Nolan Arenado Maple Bat 28NA The Old Hickory 28NA is a hybrid model. It is a combination of the J154 barrel and the KG1 handle. The 28NA has a medium barrel with medium taper that lead...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat is a tribute to Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr. This Louisville Slugger Pro Prime map...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USA Drop 8 Baseball Bat YBB20AL8
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USA Drop 8 Baseball Bat YBB20AL8 The Easton Alpha 360 aluminum USA drop 8 baseball bat YBB20AL8 has redefined the youth bat market. It s an offensive juggernaut available ...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bat
Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bat Victus bats have quickly made a name for themselves and the Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bats is one reason why. When you turn on your television you can see MLB players such...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Demarini Spryte Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Demarini Spryte Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 Colors just explodes off this new Demarini Spryte fastpitch softball bat drop 12 DXSPF-22. This will quickly become apparent to you when you see the w...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus NOX 2 BBCOR Baseball Bat
Victus NOX 2 BBCOR Baseball Bat The Victus NOX 2 BBCOR Baseball Bat is a hybrid model with a composite handle and alloy barrel. This comes out of this great Victus NOX series that allows players to...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Nexus Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Louisville Slugger Nexus Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 The Louisville Slugger Nexus Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 is a one of a kind bat. This Louisville Nexus bat is 100% composite and they desi...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
