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2025 DeMarini Zen Review

December 19, 2025
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2025 DeMarini Zen Review
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Verdict

The 2025 DeMarini Zen brings back the familiar two-piece, big-barrel feel. It is a better fit for USSSA hitters who want a light swing than for BBCOR players chasing top-tier performance. If you want the classic Zen profile, this is it; if you want max BBCOR pop, there are better options.

Price check: Amazon | JustBats | Dick's

Key takeaways

  • How Good is the 2025 DeMarini Zen: It is ranked 15 out of 282 in USSSA -10 bats.
  • Who is the 2025 DeMarini Zen for: USSSA hitters who want a big barrel and a light swing.
  • Database rank: 2025 DeMarini Zen USSSA drop -11 is ranked #8 out of 29 in our USSSA database.
  • Overall grade: C
  • Swing feel: Light.

Ratings summary (per drop)

Model League Drop Swing weight Overall grade Power Control Quality Value
Zen USSSA -11 Balanced B A A B+ B+
Zen USSSA -5 End-loaded B B+ A A B
Zen USSSA -8 Balanced A- A A+ B+ A
Zen USSSA -10 Balanced A- A A+ B+ A
Zen BBCOR -3 Balanced C B B+ B+ C

At-a-glance specs

  • Year: 2025
  • Brand: DeMarini
  • Model Name: Zen
  • Drop: -11 to -3
  • Construction: Two Piece Composite
  • Original Price: $350 - $450

Watch-outs

  • The BBCOR drop -3 ranks 289/411 in our database.
  • Not a great fit for hitters who want an end-loaded swing.

Video review

Review overview

We recommend the 2025 Zen for USSSA hitters who want a big barrel and a light swing, especially smaller or contact-first hitters. The BBCOR version is more of a niche play; if you want end-loaded power or top-tier BBCOR pop, look elsewhere.

Our Ratings

Choose the league and drop weight that's right for you

2025 DeMarini Zen

Zen

BBCOR -3
C
B
Power
B+
Control
B+
Quality
C
Value

Check Prices

๐Ÿ›’ Amazon
โšพ JustBats
๐Ÿ”„ SidelineSwap
๐Ÿช Dick's
The Zen is back for 2025 after the ZOA detour. It keeps the classic two-piece composite build with a long barrel and a lighter swing. The USSSA lineup is the main play, with a BBCOR -3 option for hitters who still want the Zen feel.

Models Overview

The 2025 Zen comes in USSSA drops -11, -10, -8, and -5, plus a BBCOR -3. That is the full lineup, so the choice comes down to league and drop.

Construction & Technology

Two-piece composite with a long barrel and a flexible connection that smooths out vibration on contact.

Performance Comparison

Compared to the 2024 ZOA, the 2025 Zen shifts back to the classic Zen shape with a longer taper and a familiar two-piece composite feel.

Comparable Bats

Comparable USSSA bats include the Easton Hype Fire, Rawlings ICON, and Louisville Slugger Meta. In BBCOR, the ICON and Easton Rope are closer comps.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 Zen is a return to the classic Zen profile. It is most compelling in USSSA, while the BBCOR version sits well below the top tier in our data.
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