Walmart Review

Wednesday, July 16th

2025 Baseball Equipment Store Reviews

Walmart

• Prices from $8.69 to $399.99
• 1,000+ baseball-related products
• 90-day returns
• Shipping is covered on returns
• Free shipping with Walmart+
• "A+” rating from the BBB

Founded in 1962 by visionary leader Sam Walton, Walmart has become a household name in the retail industry, serving millions of customers across the US. Known for its comprehensive one-stop-shop approach, Walmart offers diverse products, including an extensive selection of baseball gear. From top-notch bats and gloves to trendy apparel, Walmart provides high-quality items at competitive prices, making it an attractive destination for sports enthusiasts and shoppers alike.

Good UI...

As a major retailer, Walmart gets plenty of in-store traffic from shoppers Yet, with the popularity of online shopping, Walmart has also created a robust online store. They have modern filters and the ability to choose either ship-to-home or picking up your items locally in-store after ordering them on the website.

...but missing some baseball features

The only thing that's a little less user-friendly at Walmart than other retailers on our list is that all of their baseball equipment is put in one place. There are some filters at the top of the screen to pick out particular items, but they aren't as apparent right away. These do allow customers to select bats, apparel, gloves, training gear, and baseballs among other items. The other filters along the left side of the screen aren't specific to baseball, but related to all of the myriad of items sold at Walmart. So, you'll be missing out on some filters like bat length or drop length that you'd get at other baseball-focused retailers. Sometimes, it's easier to find what you need by just using the search bar.

Not all items are sports-quality

In terms of pricing, we checked out three basic baseball must-haves to compare Walmart's prices to other baseball retailers.

• First, we checked out the baseball bats. At Walmart, the site says there are 1,000+ different bat options, though it's important to note that many of these items include books about baseball bats, blow-up pool toys, or foam bats that wouldn't be used for baseball. The pricing for true baseball bats ranges from $12.97 to $399.95.
• Next, we checked out the gloves at Walmart. The cheapest glove is $8.69 and the most expensive is $413.94.
• Finally, we looked at the baseball cleats available at Walmart. The prices for cleats range from $16.87 to $184.

While the prices here are competitive, they're not any lower than other retailers in this review; however, there are definitely more products in each category. Still, it's clear that not every product is actually useful in terms of true baseball equipment. Some items are more appropriate as toys than sports gear.

90-day returns with free shipping

Walmart offers a 90-day return policy that applies to items bought at Walmart U.S. stores, Walmart online, Walmart Business, or from Marketplace sellers on the Walmart website. Within 90 days of purchase, customers can exchange or return items either in-store, by mail for free, or through a scheduled home pickup. To process the return, customers need to provide their in-store receipt or proof of purchase online.

Shipping is free with Walmart+

Recently Walmart has started a subscription service that provides free shipping, among other fantastic perks. Included in Walmart+ is the ability to save over $500 annually. All orders qualify for free shipping, including free next-day and two-day shipping on eligible items With a vast selection of qualifying items, this perk offers significant value and convenience for members. So, if you already do your weekly shopping at Walmart, joining Walmart+ can help you save on baseball equipment and shipping costs.

Customer ratings makes us say "yikes”

In terms of company reputation, Walmart has earned a perfect "A+” from the Better Business Bureau. However, reviews on and off the BBB site are extremely mixed. On the BBB, Walmart only has an average star rating of 1 out of 5 with 1,000+ total reviews from different customers. From other third-party review sites like Trustpilot Walmart only has 1.5 stars out of 5, but a more middle-ground rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Unhappy Walmart experiences

Customers complain that the customer service at Walmart isn't up to snuff with rude employees and customers feeling like no one cares about their needs or concerns. Shoppers who ordered online complain that the packages are often damaged. The few customers who did like shopping at Walmart usually mentioned the low prices. However an overwhelming majority of customers are very unhappy with their Walmart experiences - but how much of that would actually wind up impacting a purchase of baseball equipment? That's hard to say.

Okay as a retailer but not focused on sports

While Walmart can be a convenient place to shop if you want to swing by a local store, the fact that Walmart doesn't focus particularly on baseball is a significant drawback for browsing. And, while prices are competitive overall, the consistent negative feedback from customers is a huge red flag for us. Walmart might have an "A+” rating from the BBB, but if you hate shopping there and can't find the quality you want, it's not worth your time. For this reason, Walmart gets an average score as a retailer for baseball equipment. Overall, it's better to go with a store that focuses on baseball, or at least sports gear in general. On the other hand, if you really want to shop local or already have a Walmart+ membership, it may still be worth shopping for baseball gear here.