What to Consider When Shopping for a Pitching Machine?

You want to improve your pitching with a pitching machine, but not sure where to start? Well, it’s inevitable isn’t it? After all, there are quite a few brands to choose from. In this article we’ll focus on different types of pitching machines that will really help improve your baseball swing or even your slow pitch softball pitching techniques.

Here are the major types:

(1) Real Ball Pitching Machines

As the name suggests, Real Ball pitching machines pitches real balls, basically the same baseballs you see at your local community batting cages.

For these types of Pitching Machines, you are looking for an Arm Styled Wheel Machines or the Compressed Air Machines. These machines throw the balls quickly and it’s a good idea to build yourself a makeshift batting cage. Invest in an auto feeder and remote control if you’re opting for a one player mode and you’re good to go!

(2) Wheel Style Pitching Machines

Ever seen those pitching machines used in colleges or even simply someone else’s backyard that runs with a spinning wheel that spits out the ball? One of the most popular choices, wheel style pitching machines can be used for baseball or softball or even slow pitch softball!

The rubber wheel pushes out the ball with a motor propelling the wheels’ movements. Most machines come with dynamic parts that control speed and direction. The machine stands on a metal frame attached to a tripod and run on 110v power. If you’re using them on fields without electricity supply, you’ll need a power generator.

(3) Single Wheel Machines

These are basic machines used to throw a slow pitch or throw a fast pitch in speeds ranging from 25-70 mph. These machines are usually priced high. Some of these machines even are equipped to throw out a slow pitch curve ball. But this upgrade will cost you at least $300 more than the base

Overall, single wheel machines are still slightly cheaper than the Real Ball machine and is super light enough to be carried from your car boot to the ballpark. However, if you prefer higher speeds or a greater variety of pitch throws, you may want to consider the Wheel Style machines instead.

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