Easton Dub vs Rawlings Icon
The Easton Dub is the stronger bat on our scorecard, 8.8 to 8.6, led by feel & sound. But the right one depends on your swing — here's the full breakdown.
Scorecard, side by side
| Category | Dub | Icon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Sweet Spot | 9 | 9 |
| Pop / Power | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Feel & Sound | 9 | 8.5 |
| Durability | 7.8 | 8 |
| Value | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Drop | -10 | -8 |
| Swing | Balanced | Slight end-load |
| Construction | Two-piece composite (2X Double Barrel, ConneXion Max, OptiFlex handle) | Two-piece composite (seamless In/Tense Carbon barrel, Zero Loss Collar connection) |
| Price | $299.99 | $399 |
Pick the Dub if…
- you want to spend less ($299.99 vs $399)
- feel & sound is your top priority
Pick the Icon if…
- durability is your top priority
Dub
- Low-compression Double Barrel gives a big, forgiving sweet spot hot out of the wrapper
- ConneXion Max joint kills sting on mishits for a smooth two-piece feel
- Balanced -10 profile suits quick-handed contact and developing power hitters
- Swings over sticker weight — the -10 feels heavier than the number
- Premium price and an unproven long-term composite durability track record
Icon
- Seamless In/Tense Carbon barrel is among the hottest in USSSA
- Slight end-load adds power for the -8 transition hitter
- Large sweet spot, lively out of the wrapper
- End-load suits stronger hitters more than contact-first swings
- Premium $399.99 price
Easton Dub vs Rawlings Icon — FAQ
Is the Easton Dub or Rawlings Icon better?
On our scorecard the Easton Dub comes out ahead (8.8 vs 8.6), led by feel & sound. The other is still a fair pick depending on feel and price.
What's the difference between the Easton Dub and Rawlings Icon?
Easton Dub is Two-piece composite (2X Double Barrel, ConneXion Max, OptiFlex handle) (-10); Rawlings Icon is Two-piece composite (seamless In/Tense Carbon barrel, Zero Loss Collar connection) (-8). The full side-by-side scorecard and specs are on this page.
Which should I buy?
Pick the Easton Dub if you want to spend less ($299.99 vs $399); pick the Rawlings Icon if durability is your top priority. We list live prices for both so you can grab whichever is the better deal today.