About Bat Digest

The Independent Voice in Bat Testing

Since 2014, Bat Digest has been the premier independent source for baseball and fastpitch bat testing, analysis, and reviews. We've tested over 1,000 bats, collected more than 100,000 exit speed measurements, and helped countless players find their perfect bat.

Our Story

Bat Digest was founded out of frustration with the hype-driven bat industry. As parents and coaches, we were tired of making expensive bat purchases based on marketing claims rather than actual performance data. We started testing bats in our own facility, collecting real exit speed data from real hitters, and sharing our findings with the baseball community.

What began as a simple blog has grown into the most trusted independent resource for bat information. We've published over 600 articles, created hundreds of detailed data sheets, and built a community of informed bat buyers who value data over hype.

What Makes Us Different

✓ Truly Independent

We purchase our own bats for testing and accept no payment from manufacturers for reviews or ratings.

✓ Real Data

Our exit speed data comes from real hitters swinging real bats, not laboratory simulations.

✓ Comprehensive Testing

We test across all major certifications: BBCOR, USSSA, USA, and ASA/USSSA Fastpitch.

✓ Long-Term Perspective

With 10+ years of data, we can track performance trends and identify truly standout bats.

✓ Practical Advice

We focus on helping you find the right bat for your needs, not just the "best" bat overall.

✓ Transparency

We share our methodology, acknowledge our limitations, and explain our reasoning.

Why Bat Digest Members?

While our main website at batdigest.com provides free reviews and articles, Bat Digest Members offers exclusive access to:

  • Complete exit speed data sheets for every bat we test
  • Historical performance data dating back to 2014
  • Advanced filtering and comparison tools
  • Members-only analysis and insights
  • Early access to new bat reviews
  • Detailed swing weight measurements
  • Access to our premium bat buying guide
  • Direct communication with our testing team

This membership platform helps support our independent testing and ensures we can continue providing unbiased bat analysis to the baseball and softball community.

Our Philosophy

"A $400 bat can't fix a $4 swing."

As quoted in the New York Times

While we believe the right bat matters, we also know that good hitting fundamentals matter more. Our goal isn't to sell you the most expensive bat—it's to help you find the bat that best fits your swing, your budget, and your needs.

We're skeptical of hype, suspicious of marketing claims, and committed to data-driven analysis. But we also understand that feel, confidence, and personal preference play important roles in bat selection.

The Numbers

10+

Years Testing

1000+

Bats Tested

100K+

Exit Speeds Recorded

600+

Articles Published

Get in Touch

We love hearing from our community. Whether you have questions about our testing, suggestions for improvement, or just want to share your bat success story, we want to hear from you.

Contact Us

  • General Inquiries: hello@batdigest.com
  • Members Support: support@batdigest.com
  • Testing Questions: testing@batdigest.com

Follow Our Work

"Helping you find the right bat, one swing at a time."