We think Easton's best bat is the Easton Hype Fire in USSSA and the Easton Ghost Advanced in fastpitch. Both bats are considered 'hot'. We will see if the Hype stays legal, as it clearly is a hot stick. But, to be sure, we're talking about one or two mph on the best hits. In any case, we like the bat and think it can hit the crack out of the ball. In the USA the Easton ADV 360 is a great pick and one of the best in that league. BBCOR bats we like the Easton Maxum.

Best Easton Bats

#1 Overall
Best Ghost Fastpitch Bat
Best Ghost Fastpitch Bat - Easton Ghost Advanced
Balance:
Balanced
B
2022 Easton Ghost Advanced - 10
$500
#2 Overall
Best Easton USSSA Bat
Best Easton USSSA Bat - Easton Hype Fire
Balance:
Quick
A
2024 Easton Hype Fire - 10
$350
#3 Overall
Best Lowkey Easton Bat
Best Lowkey Easton Bat - Easton Maxum
Balance:
Light
B
2023 Easton Maxum - 3
$400
#4 Overall
Best Easton USA Bat 2023
Best Easton USA Bat 2023 - Easton ADV 360
Balance:
Quick
A
2023 Easton ADV 360 - 10
$350
#5 Overall
Best Easton Fastpitch Composite Bat
Best Easton Fastpitch Composite Bat - Easton Ghost Unlimited
Balance:
Balanced
B
2023 Easton Ghost Unlimited - 10
$500

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Best Easton Bats Deep Dives

#1

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Best Ghost Fastpitch Bat

2022 Easton Ghost Advanced Drop 10 $500
88
Bat image
88
Overall Score
B
Balance
Balanced
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
100/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
60/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
68/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
75/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Specs

Price:$500
League:Fastpitch
Sizes:30 31 32
Barrel Size:2 1/4
Drop:10
Serial:FP22GHAD10
Released:2022-03-07
Our Complete 2022 Easton Ghost Advanced Review →

#2

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Best Easton USSSA Bat

2024 Easton Hype Fire Drop 10 $350
98
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98
Overall Score
A
Balance
Quick
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
100/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
80/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
92/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
100/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2024 Easton Hype Fire

This is Easton's feature bat in its USSSA line, and an early release for 2024 USSSA bats. We're still gathering information on the 2024 Hype Fire, but early reports are it's a rocket maker. Companies generally release bats out of their normal turn (as Easton is here) because it's got some real potential to move the market. We'll keep these pages updated, but we are hopeful this bat may very well be something to talk about.

Specs

Price:$350
League:USSSA
Sizes:27 28 29 30 31
Barrel Size:2 3/4
Drop:10
Serial:EUT4HYP10
Released:2023-06-01
Our Complete 2024 Easton Hype Fire Review →

#3

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Best Lowkey Easton Bat

2023 Easton Maxum Drop 3 $400
84
Bat image
84
Overall Score
B
Balance
Light
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
94/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
100/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
88/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
66/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2023 Easton Maxum

The 2023 Easton XXL is a single-piece composite BBCOR bat patterned after the 2021 Maxum Ultra. It's ag great bat but with very limited distribution (only on Easton's site). But, it really can pack a punch. We think Easton's push toward a more traditional three-bat lineup has left this bat super underrated.

Specs

Price:$400
League:BBCOR
Sizes:32 33 34
Barrel Size:2 5/8
Drop:3
Serial:BB23MX
Released:2023-01-01
Our Complete 2023 Easton Maxum Review →

#4

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Best Easton USA Bat 2023

2023 Easton ADV 360 Drop 10 $350
96
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96
Overall Score
A
Balance
Quick
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
100/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
86/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
84/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
94/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2023 Easton ADV 360

The Easton ADV 360 for USA is Easton's premiere USA Bat. It's light, has a huge barrel and feels great on hits and mishits. It is one of our favorite USA bats on the market.

Specs

Price:$350
League:USA
Sizes:28 29 30 31 32
Barrel Size:2 5/8
Drop:10
Serial:YBB23ADV10
Released:2022-09-30
Our Complete 2023 Easton ADV 360 Review →

#5

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Best Easton Fastpitch Composite Bat

2023 Easton Ghost Unlimited Drop 10 $500
85
Bat image
85
Overall Score
B
Balance
Balanced
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
100/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
60/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
76/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
64/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2023 Easton Ghost Unlimited

The 2023 Easton Ghost Unlimited fastpitch bat is a single-piece composite bat that is the next generation of Eastons' trendy Easton Ghost fastpitch line. It is the cream of the crop, and Easton positions it as the best of the best. For 2023, it uses a new internal connection piece and an extended barrel. This drop 10 version is one of the most popular fastpitch bats for 2023.

Specs

Price:$500
League:Fastpitch
Sizes:30 31 32 33 34
Barrel Size:2 1/4
Drop:10
Serial:FP22GHAD10
Released:2022-10-01
Our Complete 2023 Easton Ghost Unlimited Review →

#6

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Best Easton BBCOR Bat

2017 Easton Mako Beast Drop 3 $450
88
Bat image
88
Overall Score
B
Balance
Quick
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
94/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
80/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
88/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
64/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2017 Easton Mako Beast

The 2018 Easton MAKO Beast is a two-piece composite bat with a huge barrel, light swing, and great feel on contact. It is the endpoint of the MAKO line of bats and the precursor to Easton's ADV 360.

Specs

Price:$450
League:BBCOR
Sizes:31 32 33 34
Barrel Size:2 5/8
Drop:3
Serial:BB17MK
Released:2016-08-01
Our Complete 2017 Easton Mako Beast Review →

#7

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Best Drop 5 Bat

2024 Easton Hype Fire Drop 5 $350
98
Bat image
98
Overall Score
A
Balance
Balanced
Hitting power and exit velocity potential
100/100
Power
Exit Velocity
Swing control and sweet spot size
66/100
Control
Sweet Spot
Build quality and player satisfaction
92/100
Quality
Build & Feel
Overall value and resale potential
100/100
Value
Bang for Buck
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Why We Love the 2024 Easton Hype Fire

The 2024 Easton Hype Fire drop 5 is a two piece composite bat with a big barrel and a heavier swing. It's built for the powerful 10 to 11 year old or the 12 and 13 year old that still get to use USSSA Bats. While other bats are more popular, the Easton Hype Comp in a drop 5 is a banger, no doubt. It is a 2 3/4 barrel, not a 2 5/8. So, make sure your league allows it.

Specs

Price:$350
League:USSSA
Sizes:30 31 32
Barrel Size:2 3/4
Drop:5
Serial:EUT4HYP5
Released:2023-06-01
Our Complete 2024 Easton Hype Fire Review →

Best Easton Bat

You can see each of our Easton Bat reviews here.

We consider the Easton 360/Hype as the best bats Easton Bat. It's made considerable progress on the BBCOR front, has some legitimate options in USSSA, and is likely the best in the USA. In truth, though, the Easton Ghost in Fastpitch is their 'best' bat.

Best Easton Ghost Bat

The Easton Ghost has been dominant in the fastpitch space since its arrival. Despite reasonable durability concerns, it is far and away the most popular bat out there in Fastpitch. As per the 'best' Easton Ghost, we think the 2020 version is pretty great---not because it is any more durable than the others but because, as of at least this writing, you can find it for the best deal. Will the bat break? Yes. But before that happens, it will be the best 500 swings you've ever put on a ball.

Abstract

This article concisely reviews the best Easton bat models across different categories. It highlights the Easton 360/Hype as a top choice for BBCOR and USSSA, while the Easton Ghost stands out in Fastpitch. The ALX is recommended for stronger hitters in BBCOR, and the Hype Comp performs well in USSSA. The Drop 10 Easton 360 is regarded as the best youth bat, and the 2020 Easton Ghost is highly recommended in Fastpitch. This review offers valuable insights for players seeking top-performing Easton bats in their respective leagues.