Easton Ghost Unlimited vs Rawlings Mantra
The Easton Ghost Unlimited is the stronger bat on our scorecard, 9.3 to 8.4, led by feel & sound. But the right one depends on your swing — here's the full breakdown.
Scorecard, side by side
| Category | Ghost Unlimited | Mantra |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9.3 | 8.4 |
| Sweet Spot | 9.5 | 8.5 |
| Pop / Power | 9.2 | 8.4 |
| Feel & Sound | 9.5 | 8.3 |
| Durability | 8.5 | 8 |
| Value | 8 | 8.6 |
| Drop | -10 | -10 |
| Swing | Balanced | Balanced |
| Construction | One-piece composite (Sonic Comp MAX, Double Barrel EXT) | Two-piece composite (In/Tense Carbon, Three-Step inner barrel) |
| Price | $499 | $250 |
Pick the Ghost Unlimited if…
- feel & sound is your top priority
Pick the Mantra if…
- you want to spend less ($250 vs $499)
- value is your top priority
Ghost Unlimited
- Extended Double Barrel gives the longest, most forgiving sweet spot in the Ghost line
- Hot out of the wrapper with very little break-in needed
- Balanced swing works for slappers, contact hitters and power hitters
- $499.99 sits at the very top of the fastpitch market
- Ghost composite bats have a mixed durability track record
Mantra
- Revamped Three-Step barrel improves off-center performance
- Balanced, smooth two-piece swing
- More approachable price than the flagship Reverse
- Top-end pop trails the pricier Mantra Reverse
- Composite barrel needs break-in
Easton Ghost Unlimited vs Rawlings Mantra — FAQ
Is the Easton Ghost Unlimited or Rawlings Mantra better?
On our scorecard the Easton Ghost Unlimited comes out ahead (9.3 vs 8.4), led by feel & sound. The other is still a fair pick depending on feel and price.
What's the difference between the Easton Ghost Unlimited and Rawlings Mantra?
Easton Ghost Unlimited is One-piece composite (Sonic Comp MAX, Double Barrel EXT) (-10); Rawlings Mantra is Two-piece composite (In/Tense Carbon, Three-Step inner barrel) (-10). The full side-by-side scorecard and specs are on this page.
Which should I buy?
Pick the Easton Ghost Unlimited if feel & sound is your top priority; pick the Rawlings Mantra if you want to spend less ($250 vs $499). We list live prices for both so you can grab whichever is the better deal today.