Best Batting Gloves: The Top Baseball & Softball Batting Gloves for 2025

Overview:

• These are high-quality gloves made from 0.9mm Cabretta leather and reinforced stitching. These are some of the most durable gloves on the market but still are unbelievably soft. These are the long-cuff versions which feature a stabilizing cuff to secure the wrist to add support and power. They also feature upgraded reinforcing on the palm and knuckles.

Key Features:

• Cabretta Leather
• Reinforced palm and stitching
• Stabilizing Cuff

Overview:

• These gloves combine elite protection with an ultimate feel. They seamlessly integrate padding into areas of the glove to keep the hands and wrist protected. They also feature Quad-Flex Technology to provide a perfect fit around the bat handle. They are made from premium cabretta leather with strategically etched groove patterns that increase surface area, prevent bunching, and greatly improve grip characteristics. Smart-Flex Protection is seamlessly integrated into the back of the hand to provide elite soft-shell protection where the batter needs it most.

Key Features:

• Smart-Flex Protection on the backhand
• Quad-Flex Technolgy
• Cabretta leather

Overview:

• Engineered for durability, these gloves draw inspiration from heavy work gloves to withstand extended cage sessions. Featuring a digitally embossed goatskin palm with reinforced padding, they deliver exceptional friction resistance. The fully wrapping elastic wristband enhances structure and wrist strength while maintaining mobility. An extended leather wrap on the index finger offers extra protection and abrasion resistance. The high-strength stretch-knit fabric back ensures comfort and breathability, while the embossed logo and minimal stitching reduce irritation.

Key Features:

• Extremely durable training glove, inspired by heavy work gloves, built to endure hours in the cage
• High-strength, stretch-knit fabric back for comfort and breathability
• Digitally embossed goatskin palm with strategically reinforced padding for increased friction resistance

Overview:

• New for 2024! The Victus NOX Full Wrap Batting Gloves, are Victus' newest evolution to their iconic NOX Batting Glove. Victus has improved one of the most comfortable batting gloves in the game with a fully wrapping elastic wristband, giving these batting gloves a more snug feel around the wrist. They have Stretch Knit Finger Break Contours which allow a natural range of motion in fingers and decreasing bunching materials. They also have sheepskin palms.

Key Features:

• Stretch Knit Finger Break Contours
• Sheepskin Palm
• Fully Wrapping Elastic Wristband
• Breathable Four-Way Stretch Knit

Overview:

• The 60mm elastic compression fit strap enhances support and stabilization during swings, while the reinforced palm with an additional layer of leather in high-wear areas ensures long-lasting durability. A one-piece neoprene cuff and thumb with an embossed Topo pattern strap provide a secure fit, and the Lycra back-of-hand with silicone print Topo pattern and Rawlings Patch Logo adds both style and flexibility.

Key Features:

• 60mm elastic compression fit strap for more support and stabilization during the swing
• Palm is reinforced with a 2nd layer of leather in wear areas for more durability
• One-piece neoprene cuff/thumb with embossed Topo pattern strap

Overview:

• These gloves contain a reinforcement layer with a TL graphic sheepskin palm and have an extra-wide double wrap strap for wrist support. The sheepskin backing and mesh knuckles give the hitter added durability, feel, and flexibility at the plate.

Key Features:

• TL graphic sheepskin palm with an added reinforcement layer
• Extra-wide double wrap strap for wrist support
• Sheepskin backing to increase durability and feel
• Mesh knuckles for flexibility

Overview:

• These batting gloves feature ultra-soft .9mm professional-grade genuine sheepskin Cabretta leather, covering the palm, back, and fingers for an unparalleled feel. They have extended wear with a reinforced double-layer Cabretta leather palm and thumb, offering extra durability and a professional finish. They include an ergonomically designed extended neoprene cuff and a 360-degree wrap elastic strap, providing more leverage and power during every swing. Finally, they have perforated leather and ventilated air mesh, ensuring breathability for maximum comfort. The double-stitched rolled edges and leather binding add to the glove's durability and premium look.

Key Features:

• .9mm Cabretta Leather
• Neoprene Cuff and Wrap Strap
• Double-stiched and reinforced binding

Overview:

• These gloves feature a 360-degree elastic wrist strap for snug wrist support. They utilize Stinger’s Secure Seam technology along with durable sheepskin leather and breathable mesh backing. Finally, they are double-stitched and reinforced for durability and performance.

Key Features:

• 360 Degrees Elastic Wrist Compression
• Sheepskin Leather
• Mesh Backing
• Double-stitched 

Overview:

• These gloves are modeled after traditional American ranch work gloves to be durable, tough, and weather resistant. They have a wide strap that wraps completely around your wrist for maximum support. The lightweight polyester on the front of the hands allows for flexibility and breathability. The goatskin leather on palm and thumbs provide durability and an excellent feel for the bat.  

Key Features:

• Goatskin Leather
• Wrist band for a secure wrap
• Lightweight polyester on front of hand

Overview:

• Designed for performance, these gloves feature a digitally embossed cabretta sheepskin palm that provides superior grip even in wet conditions. The ergonomic palm shape ensures optimal mobility and comfort while cabretta sheepskin leather reinforcement panels enhance durability in high-friction areas. A rubberized synthetic layer on the thumb adds extra toughness and the wide neoprene cuff offers both flexibility and support. 

Key Features:

• Digitally embossed cabretta sheepskin palm for additional gripping power when wet
• Cabretta sheepskin leather reinforcement panels to strengthen high-friction areas
• Wide neoprene cuff for flexibility and support

Overview:

• As the official glove of USA Softball, Franklin’s CFX FP batting gloves have been engineered by their glove experts to specifically fit the needs of the female fastpitch player. Franklin has incorporated their FP6.8 Fit to their fastpitch CFX Series, using 6.8 inches, the average length of a woman’s hand, as a starting point to contour a narrower and more snug fit to accommodate the female fastpitch player. Along with this, Franklin includes Genuine Leather Technology in the CFX Women’s Fastpitch Batting Gloves to ensure quality, durability, softness, and suppleness. Quad-Flex Technology on the CFX Women’s Fastpitch Batting Gloves anticipates the flexing of the player’s palm to provide a perfect fit around the bat handle. 

Key Features:

• FP6.8 Fit is designed specifically for the female fastpitch player
• Genuine Leather
• Quad-Flex Technology 

Overview:

• The Ghost NX are top-of-the-line batting gloves that join Easton’s Ghost family. These batting gloves pair comfort, grip, and style into one batting glove, giving hitters a premium batting glove for each at-bat. Easton has also kept durability in mind with the Ghost NX, which features a one-piece goatskin leather palm. The backhand is made of Lycra-infused, Structured-Flex Silicone that is firm but still provides the hitter with comfort. Easton has also included their Bio-Dri wrist liner to keep the player’s hands dry as it wicks away sweat and moisture. 

Key Features:

• One-piece goatskin Leather Palm
• Lycra-infused, Structured-Flex Silicone Backhand
• Bio-Dri Wrist Liner

Overview:

• Created with direct input from softball legend Jennie Finch, the Finch Women’s Fastpitch Batting Glove is designed with the softball player’s specific needs in focus. Features a padded nonslip Mizuno Shockpalm to absorb vibration for less sting and better comfort. Also features a FlexMesh back designed to increase flexibility and breathability. Finally, the neoprene wristband provides additional comfort around the wrist for a better fit and feel.

Key Features:

• Nonslip Palm
• Padded Mizuno ShockPalm
• Neoprene Wristband

Overview:

• Featuring Fastpitch Technology, these gloves provide an ergonomic fit that minimizes bunching and enhances grip, ensuring maximum performance at the plate. The seamless, one-piece leather palm not only promotes durability but also anticipates palm flex, delivering a natural feel around the bat handle. With digital technology that optimizes surface area for a superior touch, these gloves adapt to the curves of young hands thanks to Tri-Curve Technology®. Crafted from premium quality leather, the Classic X Fastpitch gloves promise peak performance season after season, making them the official choice of USA Softball for aspiring fastpitch players.

Key Features:

• Fastpitch-Specific Design: Engineered with a narrower girth and contoured palm to reduce bunching and enhance grip and performance
• Seamless Palm Construction: One-piece design maximizes comfort, durability, and lifespan of the gloves
• Official USA Softball Gloves: Trusted by the fastpitch softball community for high-level performance

Overview:

• These women's batting gloves feature a durable leather palm for comfort and grip, with a dimpled mesh back for breathability and flexibility. The reinforced synthetic leather back adds strength, while the mesh-lined wrist cuff and two-way stretch knit finger gussets provide a secure, irritation-free fit designed specifically for female athletes.

Key Features:

• Durable, genuine leather palm provides comfort and enhanced grip
• Strategically placed, dimpled mesh back for breathability, flexibility and mobility
• Reinforced synthetic leather back of hand adds structure and strength

Overview:

• Bruce+Bolt batting gloves are handmade from premium 0.9mm Cabretta leather, offering an unmatched combination of softness, durability, and superior feel. Designed with strategic reinforcements and an ergonomic fit that follows the natural curves of the hand, these gloves provide exceptional comfort, flexibility, and longevity, while an extended wrist strap enhances support for peak performance at the plate.

Key Features:

• UPGRADED DOUBLE REINFORCED PALM
• UPGRADED LYCRA between the fingers and knuckles
• 50% MORE CUFF

Overview:

• These batting Gloves combine premium performance with durability for young athletes. Crafted from one-piece ultra-soft full-grain leather, these gloves feature a 60mm elastic compression fit strap that provides added support and stabilization during swings. The palm is reinforced with a second layer of leather in high-wear areas for increased durability, while the one-piece neoprene cuff and thumb with an embossed Topo pattern strap ensures a secure fit. 

Key Features:

• One-Piece premium ultra-soft full-grain leather
• 60mm elastic compression fit strap for more support and stabilization during the swing
• Palm is reinforced with a 2nd layer of leather in wear areas for more durability

Overview:

• Franklin’s CFX Pro Series is their most popular on-field model as they provide the player with a superior feel. This feel is complemented by unique tectonic-fit inserts on the backhand to provide added flexibility. Franklin has also included their highest-quality, one-piece Pittards Digital cabretta leather palm that maintains softness and superior grip in all conditions. Quad-Flex Technology on the CFX Pro Series anticipates flexing of your palm to provide a perfect fit around the bat handle.

Key Features:

• Quad-Flex Technology anticipates flexing of the palm for a perfect fit around the bat handle
• One-piece Pittards Digital cabretta leather palm maintains softness and superior grip in all conditions
• Tectonic-Fit Inserts accommodate flex without adding bulk to the back of the hand

Overview:

• Engineered for durability, these gloves draw inspiration from heavy work gloves to withstand extended cage sessions. Featuring a digitally embossed goatskin palm with reinforced padding, they deliver exceptional friction resistance. The fully wrapping elastic wristband enhances structure and wrist strength while maintaining mobility. An extended leather wrap on the index finger offers extra protection and abrasion resistance.

Key Features:

• Extremely durable training glove, inspired by heavy work gloves, built to endure hours in the cage
• Digitally embossed goatskin palm with strategically reinforced padding for increased friction resistance
• Fully wrapping elastic wristband enhances structure and reinforces wrist strength without sacrificing mobility

Overview:

• Crafted for peak performance, these gloves feature a tackified goatskin leather one-piece palm for superior grip and feel. The ergonomically designed extended neoprene cuff, thumb, and strap ensure a secure fit and maximum comfort throughout your swings. Reinforced double-layer palm construction means these gloves are built to last, while the Lycra® back-of-hand fused with Structured-Flex Silicone provides an ideal fit and flexibility.

Key Features:

• Tackified goatskin leather one-piece palm
• Reinforced double-layer palm for extended wear
• Touchscreen compatible thumb