The Best Catcher’s Mitts for 2025 (with reviews)

Overview:

• This Yadier Molina catcher's mitt features a beautiful colorway that is sure to catch others’ eyes once you are behind the plate. The all-camel leather shell is paired with dark tan laces and a gold-on-scarlet red Rawlings patch, making it look and feel more luxurious. Additionally, this mitt is laced with a 1-piece solid web, perfect for absorbing all the heat that will be thrown your way. The ultra-premium, world-renowned Heart of the Hide® leather will give you pro-level glove performance that can last for years.

Key Features:

• YM4 (Yadier Molina's pattern, the same used for his nine Rawlings Gold Glove Awards)
• Ideal for Catchers seeking top-tier glove performance and style behind the plate
• All-camel leather shell with dark tan laces and a gold-on-scarlet red Rawlings patch

Overview:

• This mitt exemplifies the high-level craftsmanship from quality materials that athletes have come to expect from Mizuno. Designed with a perfect balance of durability and comfort, this glove features premium steer hide leather that boasts a quicker break-in time without compromising structural integrity. With a commitment to precision and a legacy of producing top-tier gloves, the Mizuno Pro Select baseball glove stands as a reliable choice for players seeking a harmonious blend of comfort, adaptability, and enduring quality on the diamond!

Key Features:

• Quicker break-in time without compromising structure
• Adapts swiftly to hand contours for a personalized fit
• Mizuno branded woven label and 3D Silicone Logo

Overview:

• Designed for elite catchers, this mitt features the M Type fit system with integrated thumb and pinky sleeves for superior comfort and feel. Crafted from premium Japanese-tanned USA Kip leather, it offers the perfect balance of structure and lightweight performance. A Kip leather lining enhances durability while moisture-wicking mesh wrist lining and dual-density memory foam padding provide lasting comfort. Finished with professional-grade rawhide laces for maximum tear resistance, this Pro-fit, standard-shape mitt is built for durability and performance.

Key Features:

• Premium Japanese-tanned USA Kip leather combines ideal structure and lightweight feel
• Highest-grade Cabretta sheepskin lining provides a luxurious texture and enhanced comfort
• Moisture-wicking mesh wrist lining with dual-density memory foam padding

Overview:

• Crafted after Adley Rutschman’s personal gamer, this mitt features a classic black leather look with a striking scarlet red Rawlings patch. The AR35 pattern offers a deep pocket for secure ball control while maintaining a shallow enough design for quick transitions to throw out runners. Built with a one-piece solid web, it’s engineered to handle the velocity of Big-League pitching, all while delivering pro-level performance thanks to the ultra-premium Heart of the Hide® leather. With a conventional glove back and shell leather palm lining, this 34-inch mitt is a durable, high-performance choice for serious catchers.

Key Features:

• Inspired by Adley Rutschman, one of the best backstops in the game
• AR35 – deep pocket for secure ball control, shallow enough for quick transitions
• Classic black leather with a scarlet red Rawlings patch

Overview:

• The All-Star S7-Elite 34" Baseball Catcher's Mitt, developed directly with All-Star's professional catchers, the S7-Elite was designed for the highest level of play. The S7-Elite series is constructed from premium grade rawhide with rolled bindings, and a cut weight design for the look, feel, and protection of a professional catcher's mitt, but light enough for quick transitions.

Key Features:

• 34" Pattern with Deep Pocket, optimized depth pocket, developed with input from All-Star professional catchers
• Cut Weight Design, removes excess leather, saving weight over traditional mitts for a quicker and smoother glove hand
• Premium grade rawhide with rolled bindings, professional materials and craftsmanship give this mitt the look and feel of a professional mitt

Overview:

• Nokona SKN™ Series Catcher's Mitt, handcrafted in Nokona, TX, has been newly updated with a fresh look and strategically placed leathers, designed to enhance mitt durability and pocket structure. The SKN™ Series combines flexible, soft, and lightweight American Bison leathers with professional-grade Japanese CalfSKN™ for a Major League-ready mitt that looks and feels as professional as it performs. SKN™ Series mitts are designed with big league performance in mind; featuring more durable leathers, enhanced padding, and a stiffer pocket that may take more break-in than Nokona's X2 Elite or Alpha™ game-ready gloves.

Key Features:

• American Bison Leather: Proprietary leather that offers a distinct, lightweight grain with a flexible and soft feel. 
• Japanese CalfSKN™ Leather: Sourced from specialty-tanned Japanese Calfskin that features very tight fibers and fine pores. 
• Handcrafted with Pride in Nokona, TX

Overview:

• Featuring a rich chocolate leather design accented with a striking Columbia Blue Rawlings script and a white Rawlings patch, this mitt not only looks great but delivers top-tier functionality. The popular CM335 pattern and one-piece solid web construction make it ideal for stealing strikes and executing fast transitions to throw out base runners. Crafted with Rawlings' ultra-premium Heart of the Hide leather, this mitt promises long-lasting, pro-level performance.

Key Features:

• Constructed From Top Grade U.S. Steerhide 
• Rawlings CM33 Pattern - 33.5 Inch Circumference. Features An Average Pocket Depth. 
• 33.5 Inch Circumference

Overview:

• Featuring the M Type fit system, this mitt includes integrated thumb and pinky sleeves with enhanced thumb stall cushioning for a custom, comfortable feel. Made with premium Japanese-tanned steerhide leather, the mitt offers superior durability and structure, while the extra-smooth Cabretta sheepskin lining adds softness and comfort. High-density foam finger stall cushioning and moisture-wicking mesh wrist lining with dual-density memory foam padding ensure a secure and cushioned fit. Professional-grade rawhide laces enhance tear resistance for long-lasting performance.

Key Features:

• Featuring the M Type fit system
• Made with premium Japanese-tanned steerhide leather
• Cabretta sheepskin lining

Overview:

• A testament to the fusion of premium Deguchi Leather, world-class craftsmanship, and unparalleled durability without compromising on comfort. Embodying the pinnacle of Japanese design, this glove, favored by elite baseball players, boasts a meticulous construction that guarantees both resilience and a luxurious feel. The longer break-in time proves its commitment to perfection, as it gradually shapes to and memorizes the nuances of your hand, ensuring a personalized fit that evolves over time.

Key Features:

• Made from Premium Deguchi Leather for a luxurious feel
• Features world-class craftsmanship and unparalleled durability
• Embodies the pinnacle of Japanese design, favored by elite baseball players

Overview:

• Experience peak performance on the baseball field with the Franklin Sports CTZ5000 baseball glove. Crafted from high-quality cowhide leather, this glove combines durability and softness, ensuring a lightweight feel and easy break-in process. The black cowhide material is resilient enough for season-after-season use. Stay comfortable during extended play with the super-soft palm lining designed to keep your hands cool and blister-free. The glove's modern and professional appearance is enhanced by chrome accent stitching and logo treatment, making you look and play your best. 

Key Features:

• DURABLE COWHIDE CONSTRUCTION: This mitt is made from genuine black cowhide leather for premium durability and performance season after season
• FAST BREAK-IN: The soft, flexible cowhide makes the breaking-in process quick and easy to provide optimal performance right away
• CHROME TREATMENT: Chrome accent stitching and logo patch give this mitt a stylish professional look so you can look and play your best

Overview:

• The All-Star Pro Elite 34" Baseball Catcher's Mitt is perfect for a player looking for a stiffer Catcher's mitt. Compared to the original black & tan CM3000 series, this glove features stiffer black leather on both the inside and outside of the glove. Sport the CM3000 Series, which is the mitt of choice for many professional baseball catchers.

Key Features:

• Premium-Grade Japanese Steerhide Leather
• Adjustable Wrist Closure 
• Designed in Collaboration with Martin Maldonado 

Overview:

• Designed specifically for travel ball players, this 32.5" mitt features a sleek dark brown and light tan color scheme with a 1-piece solid web for a clean, consistent catch. Crafted from smooth Pro-Soft leather, it offers both durability and comfort, while the padded thumb sleeve ensures added protection. The Pro Style Patterns and professional web designs enhance performance, and the ContoUR Fit—featuring slimmer finger stalls, a tighter hand opening, and an adjustable pull-lace wrist system—provides a custom, secure fit. 

Key Features:

• 32.5” Catcher’s Mitt
• ContoUR Fit: Engineered with slimmer, lowered finger stalls and a tighter hand opening, and features an adjustable, pull-lace wrist system for a more custom fit
• Pro Style Pattern designed for travel ball player

Overview:

•  Crafted from high-quality, full-grain leather, this glove delivers unmatched performance and durability. Its large pocket and modified H-web is designed specifically for fastpitch, giving you the perfect tool to handle even the toughest pitchers. The soft leather construction provides a game-ready feel with a quick, easy break-in, while the adjustable Pull Strap back ensures a custom fit so you can frame pitches with precision. For added comfort, the Poron XRD palm padding absorbs impact to reduce the sting from hard throws. 

Key Features:

• 34-inch fastpitch softball catcher’s mitt designed for elite-level play
• Large pocket and modified H-web for fastpitch-specific design and superior ball control
• Poron XRD palm padding absorbs impact, reducing sting from hard throws

Overview:

• All-Star Top Star Catcher's Mitt, is made from 360 dual-stitched premium tanned steer hide and reinforced with All-Star's Pro Guard Padding, designed for catchers looking to upgrade their starter glove as they move up to more competitive leagues.

Key Features:

• Pro Guard Pro Padding & Index Finger Flexpad, protect the hand from high-velocity ball impacts
• Adjustable Wrist closure ensures high-performance fit
• 360 Dual Stitched Premium Tanned Steerhide, provides signature feel, comfort, and sound, with all-season durability