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 Youth Flylite Y243 Poplar Baseball Bat WYF243
Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite Poplar Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite poplar baseball bat is a super lightweight wood bat. Poplar is one of the lightest woods. This makes this ...Regular price $39.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat -10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10,8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impor...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Genuine ash youth baseball bat is a great bat choice for youth players beginning their transition to wood bat leagues. Chec...Regular price $38.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12
Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 The Easton Typhoon USA Baseball Bat Drop 12 is a brand new red and black offensive juggernaut. It is a lightweight sensation built to allow the player to max...Regular price $74.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$54.95 USDSale price $74.95 USD -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Youth Baseball Bat Drop 7.5 RPAY6162
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Youth Baseball Bat Drop 7.5 RPAY6162 The Rawlings Player Preferred Ash youth wood baseball bat drop 7.5 RPAY6162 is designed for young players looking for great balanc...Regular price $69.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Meta Prime USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8
Louisville Slugger Meta Prime USSSA Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 8 The Louisville Slugger Meta Prime USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 8 is the bat you should be looking at if you are playing in a...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Omaha USA Baseball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger Omaha USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger Omaha USA baseball bat drop 10 is a fantastic bat for young ballplayers looking to take their game to the next level. The Lo...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$109.95 USDSale price $119.95 USD -
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas Teeball Baseball Bat Drop 12.5
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas Teeball Baseball Bat Drop 12.5 The Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas Tee ball bat is the perfect option for players to enjoy their very first encounters with t...Regular price $54.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$59.95 USDSale price $54.95 USDSale -
Easton Speed Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 13
Easton Speed Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 13 The Easton Speed composite USA baseball bat drop 13 is an affordable lightweight full composite offensive weapon. The bat is constructed with Easton...Regular price $199.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 Maple Youth Baseball Bat WYM125
Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 Maple Youth Baseball Bat WYM125 The Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 maple youth baseball bat WYM125 is an ideal bat for the young player. This is a very affordable wo...Regular price $19.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Easton Mako Ash Youth Baseball Bat Learning to handle a wood bat can be a difficult challenge for a young player. The Easton Mako Ash Youth Baseball Bat is a product that makes the transition much ...Regular price $37.49 USDRegular priceUnit price per$44.95 USDSale price $37.49 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat is one of the best youth wood bats. They use youth prime maple which is...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Clout USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT6C10
Rawlings Clout USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT6C10 The Rawlings Clout USSSA baseball bat drop 10 RUT6C10 meets the needs of a champion. Rawlings provides champions with what they need to dominate on...Regular price $249.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Rival USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 YSB19RIV10
Easton Rival USA Baseball Bat Drop 10, YSB19RIV10 The Easton Rival USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 YSB19RIV10 is headlined by ALX50 aircraft grade alloy construction for extended durability, an ultra-thin...Regular price $39.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$39.95 USDSale price $39.95 USDsold outSold out -
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Composite Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Composite Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Marucci CATX RCKLESS Composite Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 is one of the best performing USSSA bats on the market. The 2 3/4 i...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton MAV1 Flash Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8
Easton MAV1 Flash Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 The Easton MAV1 Flash Aluminum USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 is a one piece allow bat with an optimized barrel length. Easton forms this model with ...Regular price $249.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USA Drop 13 Baseball Bat YBB20AL13
Easton Alpha 360 Aluminum USA Drop 13 Baseball Bat YBB20AL13 The Easton Alpha 360 aluminum USA drop 13 baseball bat YBB20AL13 includes a one-piece balanced alloy design. These Easton bats offer a f...Regular price $129.95 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 -
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT6I10
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT6I10 The Rawlings Icon took the game by storm last year thanks to its groundbreaking In/Tense directional carbon composite design. This design delivered ...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat
Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat The Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat is a hitting tool that every youth level player can benefit from using. Young players in need of a quality wo...Regular price $44.49 USDRegular priceUnit price per$44.49 USDSale price $44.49 USDsold outSold out -
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Marucci CATX RCKLESS Alloy USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 is one of the best performing USA bats on the market. The 2 5/8 inch extended barrel prov...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 11
Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 The Marucci CATX RCKLESS Hybrid USA Baseball Bat Drop 11 is one of the best performing USA bats on the market. The 2 5/8 inch extended barrel pr...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat provides young players with the ability to emulate Jasson Dominguez. Let the qua...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR The Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR is extremely durable and has tremendous pop. This youth wood bat has a traditional knob and tra...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
