Metal 2 vs Metal 2 Pro: Which BBCOR Bat Is Best for You?
Short answer: the Metal 2 and Metal 2 Pro BBCOR bats have the same extended barrel, the same .496 to .500 BBCOR rating and the same sizes.
The Metal 2 Pro is made from our performance alloy, with a wall thickness that varies along the sweet spot. That makes it our most durable BBCOR bat. The Metal 2 costs less.
Metal 2 vs Metal 2 Pro Side by Side
| Metal 2 Pro BBCOR | Metal 2 BBCOR | |
|---|---|---|
| BBCOR rating | .496 to .500 | .496 to .500 |
| Barrel | Extended Metal 2 barrel, 2 5/8 in | Extended Metal 2 barrel, 2 5/8 in |
| Alloy | Performance alloy, with a wall that varies in thickness along the sweet spot | The same alloy as our original Metal BBCOR |
| Durability | Our most durable BBCOR bat | Backed by the same 1-year guarantee |
| Swing weight | Slightly end-loaded | Slightly end-loaded |
| Grip | Redesigned grip wrap and taper | Redesigned grip wrap and taper |
| Sizes | 31 to 34 in, -3 | 31 to 34 in, -3 |
| Price | Costs more | Costs less |
Choose the Metal 2 Pro If…
• You want the BBCOR bat that lasts the longest.
• You'll swing it for more than one season.
• You want our top BBCOR bat.
Choose the Metal 2 If…
• You want the same barrel and BBCOR rating for less.
• You're buying a first BBCOR bat, or a backup.
What Changed From the First Generation
The Metal 2 bats are our second generation, after the Metal Pro and Metal BBCOR. Both Metal 2 bats add an extended barrel and an upgraded taper for more hitting surface and a larger sweet spot, plus a redesigned grip.
The first-generation bats are still available. See every StringKing BBCOR bat in our BBCOR bat guide.
Metal 2 BBCOR Bat Size Chart
Both bats are a -3, so the length sets the weight.
| Length | Weight |
|---|---|
| 31 in | 28 oz |
| 32 in | 29 oz |
| 33 in | 30 oz |
| 34 in | 31 oz |
A common starting point: players 13 to 14 swing a 32-inch BBCOR bat, and players 15 and up swing a 33-inch. Bigger, stronger players often move up to 34.
Metal 2 vs Metal 2 Pro Questions
Is the Metal 2 Pro worth it over the Metal 2?
If durability matters most, yes. Both have the same barrel and BBCOR rating. The Metal 2 Pro adds our performance alloy and a variable wall at the sweet spot, which makes it our most durable BBCOR bat.
Do they hit the same?
Both are rated .496 to .500, close to the .500 limit, with the same extended barrel.
Are they legal for high school and college?
Yes. Both carry the BBCOR .50 stamp. Today's BBCOR bats stay legal in high school with no end date, and in college through the 2028 season.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Both come with a 1-year durability guarantee.
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Every StringKing BBCOR bat comes with a 1-year durability guarantee.
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Updated October 2026