6 Best Practice Nets for Baseball Reviewed
Using your own practice net is a great idea if you want to practice your pitching or hitting skills at home. There are various brands and options to choose from in a wide variety of prices. You can buy them online or, if you prefer to test them out before you make your purchase, go to the pro shop and inspect what you are buying first. For best results I would suggest using a radar gun to measure the speed of your pitching expertise.
GALILEO Batting or Hitting Net
Some of the highest quality nets. According to their slogan "Quality First, Service First", it's no surprise that Galileo provides players with some of the best quality nets.
It has a unique enclosed design compared to the other hitting nets.
| Pros Thick steel poles Fits up to 4 adults Suitable to practice any facet of the game Easy to set it up |
Cons Instructions are difficult to follow by beginners |
Jugs Instant Screen
Screen frame (7' x 8') is made of lightweight spring steel. The net folds down to a compact 36" circle. It fits in the trunk of any car. Great for travel. This net has a 3 - step Coloured - tab folding system. It has a wind resistant design. The knotless nylon net is designed for baseball and softball practise. It has a removable flip-over strike zone and opens and closes in seconds. The frame is made of sturdy light-weight spring.
| Pros Easy to assemble Durable Own carrying case Useful for baseball, tennis strokes and other sports |
Cons It takes a bit of time to learn how the net back down Net uses tension straps instead of polls |
Rukket 7×7 Baseball + Softball Practice Net
The net is perfect to create a backyard batting and practice cage because of its size.
Made with a 7-ply knotless material and twice the thickness of its competitors it makes the net durable and it will last longer. The frame is made from a powered coated fiberglass. It has a ball sock or holder that will collect the balls that hit near the net.
| Pros 7-ply knot-less netting One size available Suitable to practice any facet of the game Poles are included Bow frame |
Cons Netting around pockets should be done better Only one size available |
Pitcher's Pocket Pro
This 30 x 30 net is a great training aid. It imitates the of the strike zone of the field. The legs are adjustable with four feet to switch the height settings. Legs are detachable and it comes pre-assembled. Industrial gauge net and the frame is made of galvanized steel. With a weight of 30 pounds this net will not fall over, but is extremely hefty to carry.
| Pros Actual size of the strike zone Comes Pre-assembled Removeable legs for storage Nine pockets to hit training goals Galvanized steel frame |
Cons Heavy net |
PowerNet Pitch Perfect Practice Net
This net comes with a weighted ball for warmups and 12 targets.
It makes unassisted training easy because of the thorough instructions that comes with it, however assembly is a bit tricky because of assembly directions being a bit unclear.
| Pros 12 pitching targets and weighted ball included. Bonus pitching guide Carrying case included Endorsed by pro players. |
Cons Fiberglass may splinter Instructions to assemble pictures only |
Rukket 5×5 Baseball & Softball Net
Compact and can be set up in smaller places. It doesn't exceed five feet of length or height. Includes a carry case and easy to dissemble. 25 feet of netting and has a pocket to limit balls from bouncing out. The 7-ply and knotless netting to prevent tearing and fraying. It has a strikethrough attachment and a Homeplate printed in the centre of the net.
| Pros Easily assembled Lifetime warranty Knotless netting Deep net pocket |
Cons Target too small |
Conclusion
Whether you play baseball, golf, or soccer, having your own netting at home is a great bonus. Another way to train your hitting skills is to try the latest VR interactive hitting simulator to practice your favourite sport.
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