Marucci CAT X2 (2025) was released in early June 2024. The X2 is a single-piece alloy bat with a claimed larger sweet spot than the 2023 CAT X. As well they've done more to dampen vibration, with a liquid gel still in the knob like the CAT X, but also new in the endcap. The barrel should perform the same as previous versions of the CAT, which is great.
Models Overview
As it's their marquee bat, Marucci has a full complement of USSSA and BBCOR 2025 CAT X bats. We generally like the CAT X2 for a kid who wants a single-piece alloy in a light sweet. You can check places like Just Bats' CAT X section or directly on Marucci's site.
Expect a CAT X2 Connect in early June and the CAT X2 Composite in the fall of 2025.
Performance Comparison
Compared to the 2023 Marucci CAT X, we expect to see a claimed larger sweet spot, liquid gel in the end cap in addition (as it was in the CAT X) to the knob, and some custom tapering based on the size of the bat. Regarding overall performance, we've yet to be convinced that BBCOR bats have meaningfully improved in trampoline effect for several years. Will it feel better? Possible.
Comparable Bats
There are plenty of single piece alloy bats vying for your attention. Bats like Louisville Slugger's Atlas, DeMarini's Voodoo and even outliers like Easton's MAV1 or Pro44s line of bats can all do you well. Marucci's single piece alloy is as good as they get, too.
Expert Recommendations
The CAT X2 is widely available. Considering the original price is not more than the original price of the CAT X, we think it's a good buy and recommend it. The bat hits the ball as well as anything we can find.
The Bottom Line
We expect the 2025 Marucci CAT X2 to be a big-time bat used by serious players around the country. The half sizes in BBCOR are great, the feel is fantastic, and the distribution is top-notch. All this leads to a great pick and a bat we expect will have considerable success.
