JUGS vs. First Pitch Pitching Machines
At Unique Sports, JUGS Sports and First Pitch Pitching Machines are often compared by our customers and are some of our most popular baseball and softball pitching machines. For 2015-2016 both JUGS and First Pitch are introducing new machines to their already quality lineup of pitching machines.
JUGS has introduced the Changeup Baseball and Softball Pitching Machines to meet the demand from coaches for a changeup pitching machine. A Changeup Pitching Machine was simply not offered in the pitching machine market and it’s a necessity for players to work on off speed pitches. With the press of a button, coaches can change the machine from fastballs to changeups.
First Pitch has also introduced a new and welcome addition to the pitching machine market with the First Pitch Ace Pitching Machine. The Ace is a premium pitching machine in a lightweight, portable design. At only 62 pounds, the First Pitch Ace is easy to transport but still has all the features you can ask for, including speeds up to 80 mph! The Ace is the most versatile single wheel pitching machine available.
When comparing JUGS and First Pitch machines, there are many factors to consider other than price and durability. We’ve created a “quick look” comparison of the features on JUGS and First Pitch Machines. If you have any additional questions on pitching machines, please feel free to call 800-297-0747 and speak to one of our pitching machine experts!
First Pitch Pitching Machines
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed:80 mph
Pitch Type: Overhand or Underhand Pitches
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: 360 Degree Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 45 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: No
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-16
Features: Adjustable Legs, Portable
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 70 mph Baseball 65 Softball
Pitch Type: Fastballs Only
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-16
Features: 360 Degree Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 105 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs, Curveballs, Sliders, Knuckleballs, Sidearm Curves (LH,RH)
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: Adult
Features: Two 1/3 HP motors
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 80 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs only
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: No 360 Degree Swivel, Two Sets of Legs
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
First Pitch XL Pitching Machine
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 80 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs only
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: 360 Degree Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
JUGS Sports Pitching Machines
JUGS Changeup Baseball Pitching Machine
Machine Type: Baseball
Speed: 70 mph
Pitch Type: Fastball, Changeup
Ball Type: Baseball, Pitching Machine Balls, Tennis Balls, Lite Flite
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: New Changeup feature
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
JUGS Changeup Super Softball Pitching Machine
Machine Type: Softball
Speed: 70 mph
Pitch Type: Risers, Fastballs, Changeups
Ball Type: 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: New Changeup feature
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Baseball or Combination Machine
Speed: 15-60 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs only
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls, Tennis Balls, Lite Flite
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-15 BB 8-Adult SB
Features: No 360 Degree Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Baseball
Speed: 30-90 mph
Pitch Type: Overhand Fastballs, Curveball Split Finger
Ball Type: Baseballs, Dimpled Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 12-Adult
Features: No Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Combination Machine
Speed: 20-104 mph
Pitch Type: Fastball, Curveball, Sliders, Split Finger, Drops & Risers
Ball Type: Baseball, 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: High School – Adult
Features: 360 Degree Swivel, Quick Change design from BB-SB
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Baseball
Speed: 20-104 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs, Curveballs, Sidearm (Left or Right)
Ball Type: Baseballs, Dimpled Balls, Tennis Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 12-Adult
Features: 360 Degree Swivel
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Baseball
Speed: 15-52 mph
Pitch Type: Fastball only
Ball Type: Baseballs, Dimpled Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-12
Features: Great for Pitching Machine League
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Softball
Speed: 15-60 mph
Pitch Type:Fastball, Slow Pitch Arc, Risers, Drops
Ball Type: 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls, Tennis Balls
Defensive Drills:Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: Great for Pitching Machine League
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Softball
Speed: 20-70 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs, Risers & Drops
Ball Type: 11” or 12” Softball, Pitching Machine Balls, Tennis Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: HS-Adult
Features: Top speed of 70 mph for advanced softball training
Warranty: 5 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Lite Ball Machine
Speed: Simulates speeds of 15-85 mph based on distance from plate
Pitch Type: Fastballs, Curves, Sliders
Ball Type: Lite Flite Balls
Defensive Drills: Fly Balls, Ground Balls, Pop-Ups
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: Battery Operated, Eliminates fear of being hit
Warranty: 2 Year Warranty
Machine Type: Small Ball Machine
Speed: Simulates speeds up to 75 mph
Pitch Type: Fastballs and Curves
Ball Type: 5 in. 5 oz Small Balls
Defensive Drills: –
Unique Sports Recommended for Ages: 8-Adult
Features: Improves Hand Eye Coordination, Includes Small Bat
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty
- Tags: Baseball & Softball
- Ashley Hewitt
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