2023 Easton Maxum Ultra BBCOR Bat Review
Easton's one-piece composite built around an XXL sweet spot. Seamless Carbon Construction gives the Maxum Ultra the stiff, connected feel of a one-piece with the oversized barrel and smoothness of composite, plus a slight end load.
Same bat, lower price. The 2021 Maxum Ultra is a very similar bat and usually sells for less → $90Been 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: The standout is the sweet spot, which is enormous and forgiving thanks to the seamless one-piece composite barrel, and the feel is smooth and stiff at once. Power is strong once broken in. It scores lower on swing weight due to the long barrel and slight end load, and lower on durability and value because composite break-in is required and composite bats carry more long-term breakage risk than alloy.
Our Review
The Maxum Ultra is the rare one-piece composite, and the point of it is the barrel: Easton's Seamless Carbon Construction creates one of the longest, most forgiving sweet spots in BBCOR. It swings with a slight end load that rewards stronger hitters, and once broken in it has the smooth, trampoline-y feel composite buyers want. The catch is patience, since composite barrels like this take a meaningful number of swings to reach peak pop, and that long barrel costs you a little bat speed versus a balanced alloy. For a hitter who wants maximum barrel and is willing to break it in, it remains a strong pick.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- XXL one-piece composite barrel offers one of the most forgiving sweet spots in BBCOR
- Seamless construction gives a stiff, connected, no-rattle feel
- Smooth composite feel with strong pop once fully broken in
Cons
- Composite barrel needs a long break-in before it reaches peak performance
- Long barrel and slight end load cost some bat speed for quick-handed hitters
Full Specifications
| Brand | Easton |
|---|---|
| Model | Maxum Ultra |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Certification | BBCOR |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (Seamless Carbon Construction) |
| Model # | BB23MX |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | 2 5/8" |
| Swing Weight | Slight end-load |
| MSRP | $349 |
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2023 Easton Maxum Ultra BBCOR Bat — FAQ
Is the 2023 Easton Maxum Ultra a good BBCOR bat?
We rate it 8.2/10 (Grade A). Easton's one-piece composite built around an XXL sweet spot. Seamless Carbon Construction gives the Maxum Ultra the stiff, connected feel of a one-piece with the oversized barrel and smoothness of composite, plus a slight end load.
What drops does the Maxum Ultra come in?
The 2023 Maxum Ultra BBCOR comes in -3.
Is the Easton Maxum Ultra 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 2023 Maxum Ultra cost?
MSRP is $349. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: Easton - 2023 Maxum Ultra BBCOR (official) · JustBats - Easton Maxum Ultra BBCOR