Top 10 Fastpitch Softball Gloves
for October 2023

The Wilson A1000 V125 is a traditional, solid softball glove. It's comfortable, durable, and well built, and it feels well broken in after a few weeks. The grip is very nice and the roll of the fingers is well-padded. The glove is heavier than some of our previous picks, but that's to be expected from a leather glove. The A1000 is slightly smaller than the A2000, so it's a little lighter and a little narrower, and it feels a little smaller in the hand, but the A1000 has a little more give in the fingers, so it's more comfortable for hitters. The A1000 has an average break-in time, and holes start to appear after about 10 to 15 hours of use. The A1000 is less durable than our former pick, but it's more reasonably priced, and, because of its size, it feels more balanced. It's a good choice for pitchers who need a glove that feels comfortable right out of the wrapper and for infielders who want a larger glove that gives them more leverage.

The Mizuno GMVP1250PF3W MVP Prime Fastpitch Softball Glove is leagues ahead of any other gloves in this guide. It has an exceptional feel, a snug fit, and a good feel for the softball. The GMVP1250PF3W also performs well infield, where it has good ball control and excellent feel. The glove itself is fairly durable, and it has a 12.5-inch cuff, so it can handle a 12-inch softball. The glove is shorter than some gloves, so it's more suitable for smaller hands. We found the glove a bit too snug for some of our testers, but that's certainly the case for many fastpitch softball gloves, so it's hardly a flaw. If you're looking for a glove that's both comfortable and durable, the GMVP1250PF3W is a top pick.

The R9 is one of the finest youth fastpitch softball gloves available. It's designed for fastpitch softball players ages 10 to 12, but it feels great on smaller hands, too. The 12-inch pattern, which conforms to USSSA, ASA, and ISA rules, is a great fit for younger players. The glove is nicely padded in key spots, including the thumb loop, and the palm pad is reinforced to help make it more durable. The glove is well made, and the adjustment strap is sturdy and easy to use. The double-lace basket web, which conforms to USSSA, ASA, and ISA rules, has a tighter weave than some gloves, which helps it form into a perfect pocket. The laces are high-quality and fun to play with. The glove is a good value, especially considering its quality and construction.

The Rawlings RLA125FS-15WNS-0/3 Liberty Advanced Left-Handed Fastpitch Softball Glove is a high-quality glove, but it's heavy and bulky for a left- hander. It's best suited for high school or college players, or for players who play mostly righties but prefer a left- hander. The glove fits comfortably, and the strap closures are soft and easy to put on and take off. The glove's handcrafted, full-grain leather is durable, and the glove's open-finger design makes it easy to get balls out. The glove's soft, padded palm and back provide great comfort and good control, and the glove's 4-way stretch material makes it easy for a player to get a secure fit. The glove's pattern (125SB) also makes it easier to get a grip on the ball. The glove's white, scarlet, and navy color scheme looks great, and the glove's 15-inch pattern makes the glove fit snugly. The glove's retail price of $199 is more expensive than the gloves in our test group, but the glove's high-quality construction and high levels of comfort more than justify the higher price.

The Rawlings Liberty Advanced Catcher's Fastpitch Softball Glove is an advanced glove, and it's best-suited to players who already throw a ball well and are looking for a more controlled, comfortable feel. If that's you, this glove offers an excellent combination of control and comfort. We liked that its leather had a more player-friendly feel compared with some of the other gloves we tested. The glove's break-in period was faster than average, and that allowed for a glove that felt game-ready in only a week of use. The glove's web also felt more sturdy than some of the others we examined, and that helped it hold onto the ball better. The glove's laces also made it easy to dial-in the fit to your hand. The glove's padding also felt high-quality, and it's one of the lightest gloves we tested. The glove's design also stood out among the others we tested, and it's one of the only ones with pull-strap closures. The glove's design also made it more comfortable than some of the other gloves we tested, and we found the glove easier to throw than the glove we tested in our Top Pick.

The Rawlings Liberty Advanced is fastpitch softball glove's most versatile model; it's designed for field players, but it does a decent job of catching. The glove's combination of a 12.25-inch web and pro h web gives it good control and a short break-in time, and it feels similar to other gloves in this price range (the Wilson A2000, for instance). The glove was comfortable for field play, and the 70% factory/30% player break-in process worked well. The glove didn't break in as quickly as some of our top picks, like the Wilson A2000, but it did develop a solid pocket in about 10 days. The glove takes some breaking in, but it's comfortable, and it's one of the best cheap softball gloves available.

The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK is ideal for girls ages 10-12 and up. It's a solid glove that's built to last, and it's comfy, too. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK has a leather shell, which improves durability. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK also has a nice, thin leather palm, which makes for great feel. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK is also pretty light, weighing just 11 ounces. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK has a thumb cut, which makes it easier to close the glove, and it's built with two fewer lacings, which helps with flexibility. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK has a comfortable fit. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK also has an incredibly strong closure. The Mizuno GPSL1250F3 Prospect Select Series Fastpitch Softball Glove 12.5", Right Hand Throw, BLACK has a comfortable palm and fit, and it's sturdy and made to last.

The Rawlings Heart of The Hide Fastpitch Softball Glove has one of the best handles of any softball glove we've ever tested. The glove's double-laced basket web, which Rawlings first debuted on the Heart of the Hide Baseball Glove, gives it a strong, firm grip on the ball, and that grip doesn't loosen much when you catch the ball or toss it. The glove's basket web also helps keep its shape over time, and the glove's palm is thick and padded, which helps keep its shape, too. The glove's double lacing reinforces the glove's basket web, so it's stronger and more durable than single-laced gloves. The glove's construction is also top-notch. The glove's molded palm is lined in synthetic leather, and the glove's fingers and thumb are lined with micro-mesh, which helps wick away moisture. The glove's liner is pre-curved, so the glove's shape fits your hands more comfortably. The glove's thumb crotch is slightly raised, so it won't dig into your palm when you throw a pitch. The glove's back is pre-shaped, so the glove hugs your hands more comfortably. The glove's wrist closures are adjustable, so you can make the glove tighter or looser, depending on the season and how your hand shapes up. The glove also comes in different sizes, so you can choose one that fits you best. The Rawlings Heart of The Hide Fastpitch Softball Glove is a great choice for recreational, travel, or elite-level fastpitch softball players.

The Mizuno GMVP1250PSEF8 MVP Prime SE Fastpitch Softball Glove is the best softball glove we've tested, and it's the best in its price class. The glove is terrific for close-in fielding, and its 12.5-inch size makes it ideal for pitchers. It has a medium break-in period, so it's comfortable from the start, and the palm and fingers are soft, but not too soft. The glove is midsized, which is ideal for pitchers, but it's a little small for batters. The glove is durable, and it's discounted enough that it will remain a bargain even after we receive our next shipment in September. The glove is white and metallic, so it won't stand out on the field. The glove's welting is thick and sturdy, and the gloves' pre-curved finger design makes them easy to put on and take off. The gloves have Mizuno's patented micro perforations, which reduce odor and increase ventilation. The glove's thumb is soft, which is ideal for pitchers, but hitters will find the thumb too flexible. The glove has good closure, so you'll have better control. The glove's lacing system is easy to use, and the gloves' seam configuration is flat, so the gloves are compact and easy to store and transport. The gloves' wrist wrap is flexible, so the glove easily fits on a wide range of hand sizes. The gloves' finger stalls are wide, so they provide good protection for your fingers. The gloves' finger stalls have a deep channel, which is ideal if you want your fingers to splay out when you catch a hard hit. The gloves have a removable thumb rest, so even younger players will benefit from having the thumb rest, which helps reduce fatigue.

The Mizuno GPSF1175BK Pro Select Fastpitch Softball Glove is an upgrade to our top pick, the Adidas BioFlex, and it's the best glove if you're looking for a professional-level glove that's lighter than most. The Mizuno GPSF1175BK is as light as the BioFlex, but the palm isn't as soft, so it's perfect if you're looking for a ringers glove for pitchers or infielders. It's a better glove overall than the Adidas BioFlex, but it's less durable, and it's a little expensive. The GPSF1175BK is Mizuno's top-of-the-line glove, and it's made with the company's premium steer hide leather, which feels a little firmer than the BioFlex's premium steer hide leather. The glove is as durable as the BioFlex, but the leather is thinner and less durable. The GPSF1175BK also feels a little more bulky than the BioFlex, but it's lighter than the BioFlex. The GPSF1175BK has better pocket alignment than the BioFlex, and it's more comfortable, too. The Mizuno GPSF1175BK is a worthy upgrade from the Adidas BioFlex, and it's the best glove we tested for pitchers.