Pitch Speed from Bal Tools

Instantly measure pitch velocity with nothing but your phone. Tap-and-hold while the ball’s in flight, release on the catch, and get pro-level MPH in a snap.

Pitch Speed Calculator turns your iPhone (and Apple Watch) into a radar-style speed gun—all without pricey hardware or tedious setup.

How it works Select distance – Built-in presets for 42 ft, 46 ft, 50 ft, and 60 ft (Little League to MLB).

Hold the blue button the moment the ball leaves the pitcher’s hand.

Release on the catch (or pop of the glove).

Instant MPH/KPH – Calculated with precision physics and shown in large, easy-to-read type.

Why you’ll love it Lightning-fast timing engine delivers speeds in real time—no waiting, no ads.

One-hand friendly: big tactile button, haptic feedback, and clear contrast for sunny ballparks.

Apple Watch companion (optional): start/stop from your wrist while keeping your eyes on the field.

Custom distances: edit presets for bullpen mounds, backyard cages, or launch-monitor tunnels.

Session history: track average, max, and pitch-to-pitch trends to spot fatigue or improvement.

Kid-safe UI: no sign-ups, no social feeds, no data harvesting just baseball.

Dark-mode ready for night games.

This app relies on human reaction time; expect ±5 MPH variance.