When it comes to finding the perfect sports training equipment for your athletic journey, choosing the right tennis ball pitching machine, pickleball machine, baseball pitching machine, or cricket bowling machine can significantly elevate your performance. At Furlihong, we’re committed to helping every tennis player, sports tutor, coach, or parent-athlete team unlock better training efficiency with advanced technology. Today, we compare two of our newest and most innovative machines: the 3819BH Tennis Machine and the 681TPCBH 4-in-1 Pitching Machine for Baseball, Pickleball, Tennis, and Cricket.
Both machines stand out in their respective categories, but which one is better for your training needs?
Similarity Between the 3819BH and 681TPCBH
Although designed for different sports, the two machines share several core features that make them user-friendly and effective:
1. Consistent and Stable Ball Feeding
Both machines deliver reliable ball launches, helping players focus on form instead of relying on a partner.
2. Adjustable Settings for Different Drills
Each machine offers adjustable angles, heights, or launch paths, allowing users to practice multiple stroke types or batting directions.
3. Stackable Ball Tracks
The stackable ball-track design increases ball capacity, reducing interruptions during training sessions.
4. Multiple Power Options
Both models support more than one power source, offering convenience for outdoor courts, fields, or batting cages.
5. Great for Solo Training
Players can practice independently anytime, whether working on tennis groundstrokes or baseball batting practice.
These shared features make both machines useful for anyone who wants structured, repeatable drills without needing a coach or partner present.
Difference Between the 3819BH and 681TPCBH
While the two machines share Furlihong’s signature quality and reliability, they meet very different training needs. Here’s how they differ:
1. Number of Sports Supported
The biggest difference is versatility:
✔ 3819BH → A dedicated tennis pitching machine specifically designed for focused tennis practice.
✔ 681TPCBH → A multifunctional 4-in-1 pitching machine that works as a baseball pitching machine, softball pitching machine, pickleball machine, and cricket bowling machine.
2. 3819BH — Designed Specifically for Tennis Players
This model focuses entirely on tennis, offering a training experience tailored to tennis-specific movement and performance.
Key Advantages:
- Tennis-Optimized Ball Trajectories - The height, speed, and distance range mimic realistic tennis shots, making it easier to train full-court strokes.
- Customizable Training Experience - Adjustable angles, serve intervals, and launch power give players fine-tuned control over their drills.
- Flexible Power Supply - Multiple power options make it ideal for players practicing in parks, outdoor tennis courts, or community centers.
- Lightweight and Easy to Carry - Perfect for tennis players who need a portable tennis ball machine for daily training.
Best Suited For:
- Tennis beginners learning stroke fundamentals
- Intermediate tennis players improving consistency
- Sports tutors and tennis coaches who need stable ball feeds
- Teens or families with tennis-playing kids
- Players who want to repeat drills and strengthen muscle memory
3. 681TPCBH — Built for Four Different Sports
Unlike the tennis-dedicated 3819BH, this model is a multi-sport training tool supporting:
baseball, pickleball, tennis, and cricket.
Key Advantages：
- 4-in-1 Training Capability - Works as a baseball pitching machine, pickleball machine, tennis pitching machine, and cricket bowling machine.
- Varied Ball Movement - The side-to-side oscillation base is excellent for developing reaction time, footwork, and ball-tracking skills.
- Height-Adjustable Stand - Allows users to switch between low pickleball shots, mid-range tennis feeds, and higher baseball or cricket pitches.
- Ideal for Short-Range Practice - Perfect for batting practice in a batting cage, learning to hit fastballs, or improving pickleball control.
- Family-Friendly and Versatile - Great for households where different members play different sports.
Best Suited For：
- Kids learning multiple sports
- Families wanting one machine for baseball and softball training
- PE teachers and sports tutors needing multi-sport equipment
- Baseball players practicing in small spaces
- Pickleball beginners developing accuracy
- Cricket learners needing predictable bowling feeds
- Budget-minded buyers wanting maximum value in one machine
How to Choose the Right Training Machine?
To decide between the 3819BH and the 681TPCBH, consider the following points:
1. What Sport Do You Practice Most?
✔ Mostly tennis? → 3819BH
✔ Multiple sports? → 681TPCBH
2. What’s Your Training Goal?
✔ Improve full-court tennis technique → 3819BH
✔ Develop hitting skills and hand-eye coordination across sports → 681TPCBH
3. Who Will Use the Machine?
✔ Individual tennis player or coach → 3819BH
✔ Kids, families, schools, or academies → 681TPCBH
4. Where Will You Train?
✔ Tennis court → 3819BH
✔ Backyard, garage, batting cage, pickleball court, or cricket field → 681TPCBH
5. Do You Need Multi-Sport Value?
✔ Yes → 681TPCBH
✔ No, only focused on tennis → 3819BH
Conclusion
Both the 3819BH Tennis Ball Machine and the 681TPCBH 4-in-1 Pitching Machine are excellent training partners from Furlihong. Your choice depends on whether you want a tennis-specialized machine or a versatile multi-sport pitching system.
No matter which model you pick, both machines help you build muscle memory, improve accuracy, and enjoy more productive training—all without needing a partner or coach every time.