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-
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 -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC243
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC243 The Rawlings Big Stick maple composite wood baseball bat RBSC243 is not your ordinary bat. Every player wants to have a career year in t...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11 The Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11 is a bat that will give you the confidence you need in order to be the best you can possibly be i...Regular price $299.95 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 Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger Kryo 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 -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 8 Baseball Bat SL20ADV8
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 8 Baseball Bat SL20ADV8 The Easton ADV 360 composite USSSA drop 8 baseball bat SL20ADV8 is a staple of the youth market. It is eager to revive a pre-modern piece...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat
Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat The Easton Rope Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat, is a bona fide offensive juggernaut. With a revolutionary 2-piece construction, this full composite bat is mad...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 The DeMarini CF Zen USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 8 is an enormous source of power. The CF Zen name is taking the baseball game by storm. The drop 8 v...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 FPXND1120
Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 FPXND1120 The Louisville Slugger Xeno fastpitch softball bat drop 11 FPXND1120 is a great bat all fastpitch players should take a look at. Thi...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Louisville Slugger Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11
Louisville Slugger Kryo Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 11 The Louisville Slugger Kryo fastpitch softball bat drop 11 is one of the best bats on the market today. These bats are 100% composite which is...Regular price $449.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is a one piece composite offensive juggernaut. This Mizuno Fastpitch bat features innovative bat technolo...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Mantra 3.0 Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP4M10
Rawlings Mantra 3.0 Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP4M10 Every inch of the Rawlings Mantra 3.0 fastpitch softball bat drop 10 RFP4M10 is tested and designed to absolute perfection. The experts at...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5I10
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 RUT5I10 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 -
Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3
Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3 The Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3 will have you standing out in the batter's box, even before you send a pitch over the wall. Aft...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton FireFly Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12
Easton FireFly Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 12 The Easton FireFly fastpitch softball bat drop 12 is a light weight full composite model. It is a 2-piece model that is assembled with Easton's pat...Regular price $219.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Maxum 360 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB20MX
Easton Maxum 360 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB20MX The Easton Maxum 360 composite BBCOR baseball bat BB20MX is a one piece model with a speed balanced swing weight to allow the hitter maximum con...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20ADV108
Easton ADV 360 Composite USSSA Drop 10 Baseball Bat SL20ADV108 The Easton ADV 360 composite USSSA drop 10 baseball bat SL20ADV108 with it's 2 5/8 inch diameter barrel is a powerful hitting tool...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Youth Wood Composite Baseball Bat RBSC151Y
Rawlings Big Stick Youth Wood Composite Baseball Bat RBSC151Y The Rawlings Big Stick youth wood composite baseball bat RBSC151Y is intended to supply players using it with an super-fast swing that ...Regular price $119.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini CF Zen USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 10 is the perfect weapon for those looking to excel on the diamond. This big barrel bat has a full ...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Demarini CFX Insane Fastpitch Softball Bat WTDXCFI-19 Drop 10
Demarini CFX Insane Fastpitch Softball Bat WTDXCFI-19 Drop 10 If you want to pad your stats, you should buy the Demarini CFX Insane Fastpitch Softball Bat WTDXCFI-19 Drop 10. Demarini has created a...Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per$349.99 USDSale price $349.99 USDsold outSold out -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat -11,-10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USA Baseball Bat Drop 11, 10, 8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impo...Regular price From $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5
DeMarini CF Zen USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 5 The DeMarini CF Zen USSSA big barrel baseball bat drop 5 is an enormous source of power. The CF Zen name is taking the baseball game by storm. The drop 5 v...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini Wood Fungo Bat - 35 Inch
DeMarini Wood Fungo Bat - 35 Inch Full Maple Construction 2 1/4 inch Barrel Diameter 35 inch Length Wood Fungo Baseball Bat High Quality Wood Barrel for Traditional Fungo Feel Ultra-Lightweigh...Regular price $98.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo DMND Alloy Fastpitch Bat - Drop 12
Marucci Echo DMND Alloy Fastpitch Bat - Drop 12 The Marucci Echo DMND Alloy Fastpitch Bat - Drop 12 is a bat that will give you the confidence you need in order to succeed at the plate. The Echo li...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
