Blast Softball
personal Swing Trainer
Your player development journey begins here. Get started with swing speed and swing path improvement. Combines sensor–based swing analysis with auto–edited video clips in an easy–to–use mobile app, optimized to help you start building a better swing more easily while having fun.
Blast Softball
Swing Analyzer
Advanced player development for every level. Get better with the same technology used by the best. Combines sensor–based swing analysis with auto–edited video clips and much more in an easy–to–use mobile app, designed to provide the ultimate advantage to serious players.
Premium Services
For Players
Upgrade your Blast Softball Swing Analyzer by adding Blast Connect to access premium insights, analysis and reporting via mobile app and desktop. Premium Services also includes Blast Vision technology, to provide post–impact Ball Flight analysis. This subscription takes training to the next level for players.
Premium Services
For Coaches
Upgrade your Blast Softball Swing Analyzer by adding Blast Connect to access premium insights, analysis and reporting via mobile app and desktop. Premium Services also includes Blast Vision technology, to provide post–impact Ball Flight analysis. This subscription takes training to the next level for players, as well as provides tools to advance management of multiple players / Swing Analyzers for coaches.
Team Pricing
Custom packages are available for teams and organizations of all sizes, including multiple Blast Softball Swing Analyzers and Premium Services subscriptions. Complete a short form on Blast’s landing page to speak with a representative, so Blast can create the best package and team pricing for you.
It's easy to
get started
get started
1
Install the app, register or sign in and pair the sensor.
2
Charge the Swing Analyzer or Personal Swing Trainer (Sensor) using the charger.
3
Attach the sensor to the knob of your bat using the Universal Attachment, or insert into the knob of your smart bat using the Insertion Key.
4
Start Swinging
No setup or calibration necessary.
5
Unlock your potential with the Blast Softball app on your iPhone, iPad or Android smartphone.
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If you upgrade your account to add Blast Connect Premium Services, you can maximize your development or the development of your players.
Free 30-Day Trial included with Swing Analyzer Purchase!
It's Easy To Get Better
Find The Right
Solution For You
| Personal Swing Trainer | Swing Analyzer | Premium Services for Players/Parents
(Requires Swing Analyzer) | Premium Services for Coaches/Teams
(Requires Swing Analyzer) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pricing | $99.95 | $149.95 | $59.95/yr OR $6.95/mo | $100/yr |
Metrics | ||||
| Bat Speed | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Peak Hand Speed | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Attack Angle | Checkmark | Checkmark (Impact Swings Only) | Checkmark (Impact Swings Only) | Checkmark (Impact Swings Only) |
| Vertical Bat Angle | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| Plane Score | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| On Plane Efficiency | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Rotation Score | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Rotational Acceleration | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Connection Score | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Early Connection | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Connection At Impact | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Time To Contact | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Power | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| Ball Flight - Exit Velocity | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Ball Flight - Launch Angle | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Ball Flight - Estimated Distance | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
Layouts & Metrics Displayed | ||||
| Slap Hitting Training
(On Plane Efficiency, Attack Angle, Time To Contact) | Checkmark (iOS Only, Default in Slapping Mode) | Checkmark (iOS Only, Default in Slapping Mode) | Checkmark (iOS Only, Default in Slapping Mode) | |
| Plane - Connection - Rotation
(Plane Score, Connection Score, Rotation Score; Ability to drill into the metrics in each bucket) | Checkmark (Default) | Checkmark (Default) | ||
| Swing Quality Graph
(Plane Score, Connection Score, Rotation Score) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Plane Training
(Plane Score, on Plane Efficiency, Vertical Bat Angle) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Connection Training
(Connection Score, Early Connection, Connection At Impact) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Rotation Training
(Rotation Score, Rotational Acceleration, Bat Speed) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Getting Started
(Bat Speed, Attack Angle, Peak Hand Speed) | Checkmark (Default) | |||
| 6 Up | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| 5 Up | Checkmark (Default) | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| 4 Up | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 3 Up | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 2 Up | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 1 Up | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 1 Up Graph | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Circle Graph | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Bar Graph | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
App Features | ||||
| Slapping (iOS, impact swings only) | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| Training Goals | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Sessions (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Swing Context (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| History - Sessions (iOS only), Video, Metrics | Checkmark (Last 1,000 Swings) | Checkmark (Last 1,000 Swings) | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Training Center, Tips, Drills | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Smart Video Capture | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Real-Time Metrics | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Sharing - Video, Metrics | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Video Comparison (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 3D Swing Tracer | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 3D Swing Tracer - Export As Video | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Air Swings | Checkmark (Gen 3 Only) | Checkmark | Checkmark | |
| Home Run Derby | Checkmark (iOS Only) | Checkmark (Gen 3, iOS Only) | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Ball Flight - Spray Charts (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Swing Quality - Blast Insights (Pre-Impact, iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Pre-Impact & Post-Impact Insights (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Mobile Video Analysis (iOS) | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Coach Mode (iOS) | Checkmark | |||
| Multiple Sensor Management (iOS) | Checkmark | |||
| Messaging - Coach / Player | Checkmark | Checkmark | ||
| Cloud-Based Storage | Metrics Only | Metrics Only | Metrics & Video | Metrics & Video |
| Storage Limit | Local Device Limit | Local Device Limit | 25GB | 25GB |
| Buy Now | Buy Now | Buy Now | Buy Now |
Play With Blast,
Or Against It
The most swings: 250 million+
#1 hitting improvement solution In softball
The most accurate swing trainers and swing analyzers in Softball
Official swing analyzer technology of USA Softball
Official supplier of the USA Softball Women's National Team
1 . Train To Reign
Automatically capture valuable swing metrics for every hit ball. View each swing with your own 3D avatar from every angle. Use the video function to see auto–edited clips with swing metrics overlaid. Train smarter with Blast and achieve your goals.
2. Analyze To Optimize
Get the most out of your training, when you’re working on your swing with or without your coach. Blast Softball analyzes every swing in detail with valuable stats and graphs, while providing real–time insights and training content tailored to your development. Monitor your progress over time and optimize your training to maximize your performance.
3. Dominate
At The Plate
At The Plate
Blast Softball helps translate what you feel when you’re training into real improvement when and where it matters most… in game! When you have the most advanced swing metrics, insights, features, and content in the game, you’re unstoppable.
Get Game-Changing Results For All
Youth
Whether you’re new to the game, trying to make the team or cracking the starting lineup, working to further separate yourself from the competition, or training to get to the next level (scouting can get serious for players as early as 12 years old!), Blast Softball can help you build a better swing more easily while having fun.
High School &
Travel Ball
Training, practice, games, tournaments, showcases… tee, soft toss, front toss, machine, live BP, in–game… Blast Softball can provide the
ultimate advantage for serious players looking to unlock their potential at the plate and to fulfill their collegiate aspirations.
College
Many of the top college programs and players in the country rely on Blast year after year for scouting and recruitment as well as to prepare in the off–season, outperform the competition in–season, and earn a selection to the Women’s College World Series.
Players
Training Motivation
Utilize Blast video, metrics, trends, and sessions to compete against yourself or teammates.
Shortened Feedback Loop
Work with real–time metrics, instant analysis tools, video annotation, and voice announcements to provide the best path for improvement.
Performance Benchmarks
Compare current performance versus historical information to identify trends and reinforce positive actions.
Improved Confidence
Track your performance over time and use simple graphs and charts to mark improvement.
Parents
Recruiting Exposure and Ranking
Coaches at every level use Blast to validate their player selections. Collect Blast data at practice and in–game, identify strengths and pinpoint improvement needs as well as track progress over time, know where your player ranks among their competition, and provide objective performance data to coaches to help earn a scholarship.
Player Development
Get your player assessed and trained at their level of play. From 10u to 18u, Blast can help them maximize their potential now and give them the advantage they need to get to where they want to be.
Accountability
Your player can show the quality work that they put in and stand out among their peers. They can get better faster, with insights and drills to improve their performance.
Empowered Training
Teach your player to teach themselves how to improve their hitting, get real–time training feedback, track their training history, and understand performance trends.
Coaches
Dynamic Mobile Video Analysis
The Blast app makes it simple for coaches to capture, analyze, markup, voice over, and share feedback between coaches and players. Videos are auto–edited and overlaid with swing information for instant analysis. Upload videos (standard, hi–res, slow motion) from any source right from your phone.
Coach Mode
Plan, manage, and communicate more effectively with your coaches and players during and after practice. Manage multiple players simultaneously, while capturing swing information for each player. Swings are instantly uploaded to Blast Connect and assigned to each player for review and analysis.
Player and Team Reports
Monitor your players’ progress over time and keep both your coaches and players informed. Access and create custom reports for your team. Organize and rank players by swing profile to tailor training plans.
Scouting and Recruiting Advantage
Use Blast data to facilitate scouting and recruiting players for your program.
Camps & Events
Event Solution
Now, any organization can cost-effectively incorporate Blast into their camps and other events for streamlined data capture, swing analysis, and reporting.
Learn More
College and Summer Camps
Blast is the the only camp technology used by colleges nationwide that players can take home to continue improving. Power your camps with swing assessments, player reports and leaderboards as well as the ultimate recruiting advantage.
Learn More
Certification Program
Test your knowledge of the Blast solution and provide your organization with the ability to become a Blast-Certified Facility.
Learn More
Remote Coaching
Remote coaching can be easy when using technology to stay in-touch with your athletes and to help them get better. Blast connects you with your players to analyze swing metrics and videos, send them feedback, and create customized training plans for improvement. Check out Blast’s resource links and videos.
Learn More
What's Measured In The App?
Premium
Swing Quality Scores
Blast IQ™ automatically assesses your swing, based on level of play, to score your swing performance.
Premium
Swing Metrics
The Blast Sensor captures swing metrics that measure pre-impact swing mechanics centered around plane, connection, and rotation.
Impact Metrics
The Blast Sensor captures impact metrics that measure pre-impact performance outcomes based on ball contact.
Premium
Ball Flight
Blast IQ™ powered machine vision measures the post-impact results of your swing, allowing you to visualize your ball flight.
How Do You Measure Up?
| On Plane Efficiency % | Rotation Score | Early Connection | Connection At Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70% or higher Range: 65%-85% | Score above 50 for your level of play | 90° (perpendicular) Range: 80°-105° | 90° (perpendicular) Range: 80°-95° |
| Level | Youth | Amateur All Levels | Travel Ball 12U - 14U | Travel Ball 16U - 18U | High School | College D2-D3 | College D1 | Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bat Speed | 38-52 MPH | 51-61 MPH | 46-56 MPH | 51-61 MPH | 51-61 MPH | 57-66 MPH | 57-66 MPH | 57-66 MPH |
| Attack Angle | -2° to 15° | 0° to 15° | -2° to 15° | 0° to 15° | 0° to 15° | 2° to 15° | 2° to 15° | 3° to 15° |
| Vertical Bat Angle* | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° | -10° to -40° |
| Time To Contact | 0.16-0.22 SECONDS | 0.16-0.19 SECONDS | 0.16-0.22 SECONDS | 0.16-0.19 SECONDS | 0.16-0.19 SECONDS | 0.15-0.18 SECONDS | 0.15-0.18 SECONDS | 0.15-0.18 SECONDS |
| Peak Hand Speed | 13-17 MPH | 16-20 MPH | 15-18 MPH | 16-20 MPH | 16-20 MPH | 17-21 MPH | 17-21 MPH | 17-21 MPH |
| Power | 0.80-2.20 KILOWATTS | 1.48-2.31 KILOWATTS | 1.07-1.89 KILOWATTS | 1.48-2.31 KILOWATTS | 1.48-2.31 KILOWATTS | 2.00-2.80 KILOWATTS | 2.00-2.80 KILOWATTS | 2.10-2.90 KILOWATTS |
* Pitch location specific
Why BLast?
Blast is the most accurate hitting
improvement solution in the game.
improvement solution in the game.
SOURCE: CENTER FOR HUMAN PERFORMANCE
For more information about the study and the Center for Human Performance, visit this link.
Blast Vs. Diamond Kinetics
Key advantages when you choose Blast…
- More sensor and premium services options
- Swing acceleration capability to capture all swing types (DK tops out far below elite swing accelerations)
- Significantly shorter setup time
- Swing metrics AND ball metrics (unavailable with DK)
- More impact metrics without calibration needed
- No calibration needed
- More accurate and consistent in bat speed, peak hand speed, attack angle, vertical bat angle, and more
- Both iOS and Android compatible
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Blast Vs. 3rd-Person Solutions
Key advantages when you choose Blast…
- A fraction of the cost ($$ or $$$ vs. up to $$$$$)
- Significantly shorter setup time (~90 seconds vs. minutes or hours)
- No calibration needed
- Attachable and embeddable with bats
- Light, compact and mobile/portable (no mounting or positioning required)
- Not sensitive to light/shadows and other people/objects/movements
- Weatherproof
Blast | Diamond Kinetics | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing: Sensor Options | $99.95: Personal Swing Trainer $149.95: Swing Analyzer | $99.99: SwingTracker |
| Pricing: Premium Services Upgrade Option | $59.95/year: Premium services for players $100/year: Premium services for coaches | $54.99/year: Player |
| Sensor Weight | 8.1g | 10.5g |
| Swing Acceleration Capability (Elite Swings = 50G+) | 0G to 100G swing acceleration | 0G to 30G swing acceleratio |
| Setup Time | ~90 seconds | 5 to 10 minutes |
| Impact Metrics |
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| Swing Metrics |
| N/A |
| Ball Flight Metrics |
| N/A |
| Insights | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| 3D | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Video | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Ball Flight | Checkmark | |
| Air Swings | Checkmark | |
| Games | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Drills | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Premium Services | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Calibration | No calibration needed; ready to swing! | Calibration required for accuracy; player must calibrate the sensor by placing the bat on the ground, holding in a load position, or taking a swing off a tee |
| Accuracy and Consistency |
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| Attachable to all standard bat knobs | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Attachable to Axe bat knobs | Checkmark | |
| Embeddable with compatible bat knobs | Rawlings Mantra Rawlings Mantra 2.0 Rawlings Mantra Plus+ | Specific wood bat models with certain manufacturers |
| iOS Compatible | Checkmark | Checkmark |
| Android Compatible | Checkmark | |
Essential Gear For Training
& Competing
Case Studies & Testimonials
Tim Walton
University of Florida
Softball Head Coach
“We are ecstatic about the opportunity to work with Blast Motion. The data that we will be able to capture and analyze using their products will give our analytics staff and our coaches valuable information that we can utilize to make an impact with our players. Blast’s sensor technology will allow us to communicate more effectively through the use of the data that is collected and visibly displayed to our hitters.”
Cindy Ball-Malone & Jenn Salling
University of Central Florida
Softball Head Coach & Assistant Coach
“What we love about Blast is the blueprint it creates about what is happening within an athlete’s swing pattern ... Simply put, the Blast metrics are information for us as coaches to help leverage strengths and close the gaps on potential weaknesses.”
Kevin Shelton
Texas Glory
Head Coach & Founder
“Blast Motion technology can be an important part of getting a full understanding of player’s capabilities and helping them train and hone their skills. Understanding the data, both before and after contact can facilitate rapid individual improvements. The numbers don’t lie and Blast Motion is a key part of the data capture revolution.”
The Best Use Blast
