Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for 2025

Overview:

• Featuring the patented Double Barrel construction, this bat delivers a massive sweet spot, unmatched pop, and a signature sound that’s become synonymous with Easton. The Sonic Comp technology ensures exceptional durability and a high-performing composite that results in the lowest barrel compression. The ConneXion technology eliminates vibration, providing a smooth feel and optimizing energy transfer for maximum power. 

Key Features:

• Patented Double Barrel Construction provides the best pop, feel, and sound with a massive sweet spot for superior performance
• Sonic Comp Technology - High-performing composite with increased durability and the lowest barrel compression for optimal power
• ConneXion Technology - Two-piece connection eliminates vibration, maximizes energy transfer, and offers a more “stiff” barrel flex for a smoother feel

Overview:

• Featuring Mizuno’s new 2-Piece patent-pending Dual Frequency Dampener™, this bat combines a Black Onyx™ Carbon barrel and handle to provide an exceptional feel. The innovative Double Wall Detonator COR™ technology enhances impact sound and creates a solid, responsive feel with every swing. With a lower swing weight for increased speed and control, the CRBN PRO gives players the confidence to dominate at the plate. 

Key Features:

• 2-Piece patent-pending Dual Frequency Dampener™
• Black Onyx™ Carbon barrel and handle to provide an exceptional feel
• Double Wall Detonator COR™ technology enhances impact sound and creates a solid, responsive feel with every swing. 

Overview:

• The Easton Ghost Unlimited (-10) Fastpitch Softball Bat (2024) is built for elite performance with a longer Double Barrel EXT design for a massive sweet spot and Sonic Comp™ Max Technology for durability and explosive sound. Featuring VRS1 Technology to reduce vibration, a Power Boost Soft Knob for comfort and leverage, and a Flow-Tack Grip for premium feel, this bat is designed to dominate the diamond.

Key Features:

• VRS1 Technology: Lightweight reverse-engineered internal connection point alleviates weight to further optimize performance across an even longer barrel, while also minimizing vibration on mishits
• Flow-Tack Grip: Easton’s most-premium grip provides the ultimate combination of cushion and tack.
• Power Boost Soft Knob: Provides hitters with more leverage while reducing vibration and improving comfort for the bottom hand

Overview:

• The Easton Ghost Advanced (-10) Fastpitch Softball Bat (2024) features Double Barrel 3 Technology for max performance, SonicComp™ Max for durability and signature sound, and a CXN Evolution connection to reduce vibrations. Designed for comfort and power, it includes a Power Boost Soft Knob, Flow-Tack Grip, and a mid-balanced swing weight for precision and control.

Key Features:

• Double Barrel 3: Third-generation Double Barrel construction. Combines a strengthened outer barrel with an ultra-lightweight inner barrel to deliver maximum allowed batted-ball performance.
• SonicComp™ Max: Easton's highest-performing, more durable composite provides the Ghost ABV - 2024 with Easton's lowest compression barrel and signature Ghost sound.
• Power Boost Soft Knob: Designed to absorb harsh vibrations and provide increased leverage over the bat; putting the most power from your swing into the ball.

Overview:

Its inner barrel enhanced performance beyond the previous model's sweet spot, creating opportunities for more damage up and down the bat. Additionally, this bat has a thinner outer layer for lower barrel compression, translating to an ultra-hot-hitting surface capable of producing elite exit velocities. For maximum potential, the barrel is made from an In/Tense Carbon Composite or the highest-performing and most durable composite material. 

Key Features:

• Re-Designed In/Tense Carbon Composite: Fully engineered carbon construction now with a thinner outer barrel to maximize performance, combined with re-distributed barrel mas to provide a lighter feeling swing weight
• Improved Three-Step Inner Barrel: Re-vamped barrel technology further optimizes and improves performance away from the sweet spot, consistently creating harder-hit balls
• Ergonomic Knob and Taper creates a sleek and comfortable feel for the bottom hand

Overview:

• Built with a Speed Loaded balanced design, it maximizes swing speed without sacrificing power. Featuring the innovative Bonesaber Patented Pommel Precision Knob, this bat delivers unmatched comfort and control, while the Katana Speed Composite Barrel ensures quick break-in time and long-lasting durability. The two-piece construction offers a perfect mix of flex and stiffness, complemented by advanced vibration-dampening technology to minimize hand feedback. 

Key Features:

• Speed Loaded - a balanced bat built for speed without sacrificing power output
• Katana Speed Composite Barrel is constructed of the highest grade multi-directional composite to minimize break-in time and maximize performance
• The patented Pommel Precision Knob is the most pro-style knob on the market for unmatched comfort and control

Overview:

• Designed with insights from athletes, this bat delivers a powerful, consistent swing straight out of the wrapper. Its balanced one-piece composite construction provides a traditional feel with enhanced durability. Featuring MDX MAX composite layers for rapid break-in and increased performance, every hit resonates with power. The innovative Liquid-Gel anti-vibration knob minimizes impact on hands, ensuring a smooth, solid feel. 

Key Features:

• More aggressive, multi-directional MDX MAX composite layers create higher performance out of the wrapper and quicker break-in
• Patent pending Liquid-Gel anti-vibration knob holds a precise amount of liquid-gel in the knob to absorb vibrations, creating a smooth and solid feel during contact
• Ring-free barrel construction allows for more barrel flex and increased performance with no "dead" spots

• Part of Mizuno's exclusive Jennie Finch Collection, this bat is engineered with the MZ-2200+ Alloy, delivering explosive power without sacrificing durability. Its ultra-light design ensures quick swing speeds, while the Speed Helix™ Grip provides a comfortable, soft feel for improved control. Perfectly tailored to meet the needs of fastpitch softball players, this bat offers both performance and comfort to elevate your game!

• Lightweight barrel
• MZ-2200+ Alloy
• Speed Helix™ Grip