The Coach’s pick for the #2 Top Fastpitch Softball Bat for Strong, Power Hitters is the 2026 Easton Ghost Advanced, just below the 2025 Easton Ghost Unlimited model.
However, the Eadton Ghost Advanced is an entirely different fastpitch softball bat: It is two-piece bat made with a slightly different composite material - “Double Barrel 3”, which provides a little more of a “trampoline effect”. The Easton Ghost Advanced also features a “Power Boost Soft Knob,” which gives better leverage and bottom-hand comfort — useful for driving through the ball with power without sacrificing control or comfort.
The result is an excellent energy transfer on contact, resulting in more “pop” off the bat, harder drives, deeper hits, and more extra-base or homerun potential.
The Easton Ghost Advanced’s two-piece composite connection system helps absorb vibration and hand sting on impact. While seemingly a small feature, it’s a big plus when you’re swinging hard and often.
Unlike the Ghost Unlimited, the Easton Ghost Advanced is a balanced fastpitch softball bat that has a good-sized Sweet Spot, though it is about 1” shorter than the Ghost Unlimitef. The Easton Ghost Advanced’s construction affords a bit more control than the end-loaded Ghost Inlimitef.
Like th Ghost Unlimited, the Easton Ghost Advanced has 2 negative considerations: 1) The price tag of $499.99; and 2) A low Positive Rating of 75% - mostly due to Durability and Bat Fatigue (after 1 year) issues.
Certified by most major organizations, make certain you review and understand manufacturer and retailer warranties and return policies.
If you can afford the cost and durability/bat fatigue risks - it’s an excellent fastpitch softball bat.
BOTTOM LINE - If you already generate good bat speed and strength, the Easton Ghost Advanced helps amplify that power. Instead of just “making contact,” you’re more likely to drive the ball deep, hit for extra bases, or clear fences. The reduced vibration and better feel also makeit easier to swing hard consistently — without tiring out your hands or losing control. And because of the forgiving sweet spot, you get more consistent power even on less-than-perfect contact — handy in pressure-filled games or against fast pitchers.
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