you can use other devices but unlike the saucer gloves people use with catchers to practice transfer....this one actually allows you to catch it, i think they retail for about $70. i know a lot of kids just out of tee ball use them because the other gloves are too big for them and this fits them better and is durable
i tried to put a picture on the post but it didnt work.. email me and i will send you a pic.. its a pretty neat little glove