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 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
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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 -
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 -
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 Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat is a tribute to New York Yankee great Derek Jeter. Derek Jeter used a Louisville Slugger bat for ...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Mantra Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP3MP10
Rawlings Mantra Plus Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP3MP10 The Rawlings Mantra Plus fastpitch softball bat RFP3MP10 is a high quality piece of equipment. In fastpitch softball purchasing a high q...Regular price $449.99 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 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 -
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 -
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 -
DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is a terrific bat that is created by this great company in a one piece design that allows players to ...Regular price $349.95 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 USDSale -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger has plenty of great low priced bat options, like this great looking Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball...Regular price $52.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Mach AI BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5MC3
Rawlings Mach AI BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5MC3 The Rawlings Mach AI BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5MC3 has been created to give batters the best opportunity to succeed when they step in to face ...Regular price $379.99 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 -
Sold outOld Hickory Maple Bat J154
Old Hickory Maple Bat J154 The Old Hickory J154 is cut to the T141 profile. The J154 has a medium barrel with medium taper to a medium handle and a standard knob. The J154 is favored by players who...Regular price $149.95 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 -
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSBI13
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSBI13 The Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSBI13 is a bat every ballplayer should consider purchasing. Performing well at the plate is essen...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$94.95 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
Easton Speed Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 10
Easton Speed Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Speed Composite USA baseball bat drop 10 lets young batters experience the balance and luxury of not having to swing a bat too light or to...Regular price $199.95 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 -
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 -
Marucci F5 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3
Marucci F5 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 The Marucci F5 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 is an affordable bat that gives players what they need to dominate on the diamond. If you re not looking to pay the...Regular price $149.99 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
