2024 DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR Bat Review
A one-piece, balanced alloy built on DeMarini's X14 barrel. The Voodoo One swings light and stiff with a quick, connected feel, and a lightweight Tracer composite end cap keeps the balance point low for bat speed.
There's a newer version available. See the 2026 Voodoo One — the current model → 7.3/10Been on the market a while — keep an eye out for in-season price drops.
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How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: On the field the Voodoo One earns its keep: the X14 barrel is stiff and lively and the balanced one-piece build swings fast and clean. Where it loses ground is the long game, where DeMarini's documented durability and warranty issues raise the risk of a mid-season failure, which pulls down both durability and value despite a respectable price.
Our Review
The Voodoo One is a genuinely good-swinging one-piece alloy: the X14 barrel is stiff and responsive, the balanced build is quick through the zone, and the composite end cap keeps it light enough for contact hitters who like an alloy feel. On pure performance it competes with the balanced alloys from the preferred brands. Our hesitation is the brand-level pattern we keep running into with DeMarini, where durability and warranty support lag the field, and that risk weighs on the long-run value of even a solid bat like this. If you want this exact light, stiff, balanced alloy profile, a Marucci CATX2 or F5 gives you the same feel with a stronger track record of standing behind the product.
Also worth a look: Marucci CATX2 — Same balanced, stiff one-piece alloy profile and quick swing, but Marucci's AZR barrel and warranty record give it a far stronger documented durability track..
Insider Note
On a visit to DeMarini's factory in Oregon, I saw 4-5 pallets of broken bats waiting on warranty returns - and was told that's a normal day. Durability has always been the knock on DeMarini, and it's a big reason we steer hitters to brands that stand behind their product.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stiff X14 alloy barrel with a quick, balanced one-piece swing
- Lightweight composite end cap keeps the balance point low for bat speed
- Clean, connected feel that suits contact hitters who prefer alloy
Cons
- DeMarini's durability and warranty record trails the field
- Stiff one-piece transmits more feedback on mishits than a dampened hybrid
Full Specifications
| Brand | DeMarini |
|---|---|
| Model | Voodoo One |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Certification | BBCOR |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | One-piece X14 aluminum alloy (Tracer composite end cap) |
| Model # | WBD2461010 |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | 2 5/8" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $349 |
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2024 DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR Bat — FAQ
Is the 2024 DeMarini Voodoo One a good BBCOR bat?
We rate it 7.6/10 (Grade B). A one-piece, balanced alloy built on DeMarini's X14 barrel. The Voodoo One swings light and stiff with a quick, connected feel, and a lightweight Tracer composite end cap keeps the balance point low for bat speed.
What drops does the Voodoo One come in?
The 2024 Voodoo One BBCOR comes in -3.
Is the DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR-legal?
Yes — it's BBCOR certified by the WSU Sports Science Lab. Certified to the BBCOR .50 standard — the barrel is regulated to perform like wood, so it’s legal for high school and college.
How much does the 2024 Voodoo One cost?
MSRP is $349. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
New to buying bats? Read our bat sizing guide, certifications explained, or browse all guides.
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Sources: DeMarini - 2024 Voodoo One BBCOR (official) · Retailer listing - 2024 DeMarini Voodoo One BBCOR (WBD2461010) · DeMarini non-wood bat limited warranty (1-year)