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-
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is created in collaboration with Jennie Finch's premier softball brand. It is constructed with the softball p...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 is going to get the job done for you. This bat will be able to elevate your hitting t...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini Prism fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is the most powerful bat available. These bats feature new Gapped Barrel technology that has two barr...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8
Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8 The Louisville Slugger Meta USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 8 is the bat you should be looking at if you are playing in a senior leag...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 11 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD11
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 11 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD11 The Easton Ghost Advanced drop 11 fastpitch softball bat FP20GHAD11 just turned it up a notch. In the game of fastpitch softball maxi...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Easton Ghost ASA Youth Softball Bat Drop 11
Easton Ghost ASA Youth Softball Bat Drop 11 The Easton Ghost ASA youth softball bat drop 11 gets your youngster the tool to succeed. If you want the bat that will dominate your entire softball leag...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini Corndog Wood Composite Slow Pitch Bat
DeMarini Corndog Softball Bat - Wood Composite Bat The DeMarini Corndog is a unique bat that will leave slow pitch players with an original feel that will help them succeed out on the field. This D...Regular price $199.95 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 -
Demarini CF Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Demarini CF Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Demarini CF fastpitch softball bat drop 11 is great for players that love a bat that is light. If you are looking for a beast of a bat, look no furthe...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA baseball bat drop 10 will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impor...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Maxum 360 Composite USSSA Drop 12 Baseball Bat SL20MX12
Easton Maxum 360 Composite USSSA Drop 12 Baseball Bat SL20MX12 The Easton Maxum 360 composite USSSA drop 12 baseball bat SL20MX12 has an extremely light swing weight. This drop 12 model of Easton M...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 is one of the best fast pitch bat in the Louisville Slugger arsenal. This bat uses a ...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Eclipse Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Rawlings Eclipse Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 The Rawlings Eclipse fastpitch softball bat drop 12 is a bat every ballplayer should consider purchasing. Performing good on the offensive end is abs...Regular price $69.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13
Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13 Jennie Finch's premier softball brand produces the Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13. The Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13 is...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$41.95 USDSale price $49.95 USD -
Demarini Whisper Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Demarini Whisper Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Demarini Whisper fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is the power hitting bat you've been looking for. If you bat in the middle of the lineup and...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton MAV-1 Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8
Easton MAV-1 Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 The Easton MAV-1 aluminum USSSA baseball bat drop 8 is a one piece allow bat with an optimized barrel length. Easton forms this model with their newl...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 10 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD10
Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 10 Fastpitch Softball Bat FP20GHAD10 The Easton Ghost Advanced drop 10 fastpitch softball bat FP20GHAD10 takes the industry to another level. This softball bat features s...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini The Goods USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
DeMarini The Goods USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini The Goods USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 10 is the one piece design of the new great The Goods series. This awesome bat can...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MSBP28X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MSBP28X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MSBP28X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10 is an excellent option for players to get the feel ...Regular price $199.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Sapphire Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Easton Sapphire Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 The Easton Sapphire fastpitch softball bat drop 12 offers a lightweight alloy bat at an affordable price. The lightweight aircraft alloy also provide...Regular price $79.95 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 -
Louisville Slugger Meta Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger Meta Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger Meta fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is one of the best fast pitch bats on the market. This bat is going to get you the ...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The DeMarini Prism fastpitch softball bat drop 11 utilizes new Doublewall Gapped Barrel technology to create the lightest swing weight bat with the gre...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20AL108
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20AL108 This Easton Alpha 360 aluminum USSSA drop 10 baseball bat SL20AL108 has a 2 5/8 inch barrel. This model is legal is just about all le...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
