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Is a baseball pitching machine somewhat of an extravagance? Why should you get a machine when you can play with people? Can they really make a big difference in you practice sessions?

We can answer these question by taking a closer look at the various characteristics of these machines have. Think of a baseball pitching machine as just another equipment, like your bat or helmet. It’s true that they can’t replicate the skills of real pitcher but they do have their own advantages. Unlike a real practice partner, they don’t have schedules, jobs or personal activities to attend to. You can use them whenever you want and for as long as you want.

You should also consider their versatility. As you may know, there are many different types of pitches, including fastballs, breaking ball-sliders, curves, splitters and screwballs. Some baseball players are not really flexible in the sense that they are proficient in only one or two types of pitch but have little skill when it comes other types. So even though these machines might not have the subtlety of a real pitcher, this is compensated for by their versatility.

So with all these in mind, it’s no surprise why baseball players consider baseball pitching machines as invaluable assets. But how do you select a good machine?

In many respects, picking a baseball pitching machine is similar to selecting a DVD player or toaster. You will have to examine their warranty, set up, features, prices, etc…

Let’s start off by talking about a pitching machine’s warranty. Some of them have very long lifespans, while others have warranties that last only a few years. For example, the Atec AT0981 Casey Pro Baseball Pitching Machine features a limited lifetime warranty. This is in contrast to the Wilson AW3030 Air Combo Baseball/Softball Machine which only has a five year warranty.

Next, let’s touch on how to set up pitching machines. Do you want to assemble your pitching machine every time you go on practice or is that something that you want to avoid entirely? If you don’t want to waste any time assembling your machine, you can always get a fully assembled and portable pitching machine. One good example of a fully assembled and easy-to-transport pitching machine is the Wilson AW3020 Air 2 Baseball/Softball Machine. On the other hand, if you want something that you can assemble, you can always choose something like the Atec AT0981 Casey Pro Baseball Pitching Machine, which is both easy to assemble as well as move around.

You can find a lot of features on baseball pitching machines. When we speak of features, we are covering a broad range of subjects including the speed of their pitch, the type of materials they use, available upgrades and add-ones, durability, etc… At the end of the day however, it really comes down to the type of features that you want the machine to have.

Durability is also a priority among pitching machines and you can find machines that make them a priority, like the Atec AT8801 Radius 270 Baseball/Softball Machine. On the other hand, if you are looking for high accuracy you will want to look for baseball pitching machines like the Atec AT2001 Axis Baseball Pitching Machine which uses LCD Digital Readout controls to fine-tune the machine’s accuracy. Like many baseball equipment, you have more than just one features to consider.

And lastly, let’s discuss costs. Like many machines, most baseball pitching machines can cost a lot of money. These prices can go between $800 to $2,500, depending on the brand and complexity that you want from your machines. If you are looking for something cheaper, you may want to try a cheaper brand like the the Atec AT8801 Radius 270 Baseball/Softball Machine, which costs $855. On the other hand, if you need something that bears a higher price, you should consider getting a machine like the Atec AT0981 Casey Pro Baseball Pitching Machine which costs $2,400.00.

So baseball pitching machines certainly have many purposes. However, never forget that it’s main purpose is to help you play your game. After all, you’re the baseball player and not the machine.