Best Baseball Catcher's Mitts of 2025

"When I was young, I always used Rawlings gloves. Now at 70, I got back into softball, and this glove is great with a perfect pocket for both softball and hardball. The high-quality leather is soft, and it was easy to break in. Compared to gloves priced at two to three hundred dollars, this one is just as good!"

"I purchased a catcher's glove for my nine-year-old, and he loves it! It does require breaking in, but this model seems more durable than the other Rawlings catcher's mitt I can't quite remember."

"As a coach for my son's team, I needed a new glove. The leather is super nice and was slightly broken in, but with some oil, it's perfect now. My hands are a bit larger, so it feels slightly snug, but I can still use it comfortably."

"This is my second glove from this series, and it does not disappoint. I think it's a great value for the price."

"I found this glove to be really nice; however, it was a bit stiff at first. Overall, it's a great glove."

"I bought the 33-inch catcher's mitt and it works great. The break-in process isn't as fast as I expected, but it's very comfortable. I recommend using glove oil for better results."

"I got this glove for my daughter for softball, and it's been a fantastic glove. We've been loyal to Rawlings for years, and this one has lasted several seasons. The break-in period was also quick."

"This review is for the 12.75" baseball glove aimed at adults playing in the outfield. It features a Pro H web and a 302C pattern. It’s an excellent glove at a great price. I recommend breaking it in naturally by playing catch instead of using a mallet, as that can cause damage."

"I purchased this glove for my son, and he absolutely loves it. It has a great fit, durable material, and feels well-made!"

"I purchased two gloves for my kids, and while they were a bit stiff initially, after about an hour of breaking them in, they became suitable for my children. The palm has great flexibility, and they still look brand new after a season and a half! I really appreciate the all-leather quality at such a low price."

"I’ve tried several youth catchers mitts for my small nine-year-old, ranging from $60 to $120. This glove was the best combination of quality and usability. My son felt most comfortable with the Mizuno right out of the box, and it’s a great fit for smaller catchers."

"My daughter uses this glove a lot, and I find the quality and flexibility to be excellent for her age. It did come a bit stiff, but that’s normal for new gloves. I’m very satisfied with the purchase!"

"I think this is a fantastic glove for anyone who doesn't want to spend $500 on the newer black model. The quality is superb, and the leather is soft. My son really enjoys using it."

"This catcher's glove is nice, and my son likes it, but breaking it in is taking longer than expected. I hope it becomes easier to use soon!"

"Although the CM3100SBT is great, I noticed that the size doesn't feel as spacious as my old 32-inch glove. It might not be big enough for a 33.5."

"I got tired of my hand hurting while helping my son practice pitching. This mitt was a significant upgrade from my previous Mizuno. It broke in very quickly, and even though it didn't need conditioning, I applied some leather conditioner. The stitching is excellent, and it fits my average-sized hand perfectly. For the price, I'm totally satisfied, and my catching hand is happy too!"

"I bought this glove for my 12-year-old son, and he absolutely loves it! Just a heads up, it does require a lot of break-in time. Other than that, he has really enjoyed using it."

"My son did his research before choosing this catcher's glove, and it turned out to be exactly what he wanted! He was so excited when he opened it!"

"I upgraded my son's old glove and found this one to be awesome. It took a little time to break in, but now it fits him very well and has been durable. No issues with closing it after break-in!"

"I bought this glove for my 9U catcher. It's a comfortable, thick glove and of good quality for the price. We prefer not to use steam for break-in, so it took some time, but it’s worth it as it forms to his hand perfectly."

"I purchased this glove for my son in little league, and he loves it. It's breaking in nicely and seems to be well made. Definitely worth the money!"

"I find this glove to be amazing quality and I believe it will last my son for years to come."

"I have a hard time breaking in the glove, but my little guy reassures me that it will be worth it soon."

"I was expecting to buy the best when investing in a high-end glove, yet after only three months of consistent use, the central string broke, and I noticed cracks in several parts of the lacing. It's disappointing given the high price."

“For the price, I think this glove is amazing. It fits great and once broken in, it's perfect.”

“I found this glove to be awesome. It was easy to break in—I just used a light coat of glove conditioner and caught 50 balls. However, it doesn’t look like the picture; it’s blonde and black.”

“I bought this mitt for my 12-year-old nephew as a gift and he absolutely loved it. He says it looks very professional, has a good finish, is comfortable, and although it was a bit stiff at first, it’s of great quality and beautiful. This was an excellent purchase!”

"This is a solid mid-level glove that seems to handle my kid's low effort just fine, even if he prefers TikToks over practice."

"I found the leather quality to be excellent, although it does take some time to break in like any good catcher's mitt."

"This catcher's mitt was just what I needed for my grandson; it's well-made and crafted from quality leather."