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Many people ask this question because they're not sure which one to pick. To the inexperienced, they may seem exactly the same; a bunch of masked people running around shooting each other. However, that is not the case. Paintball and Airsoft are very different sports. To better explain the differences between paintball gear and airsoft, I have come up with a few sub-categories. They are; Uses, Upkeep, Cost, Tournaments, Pain, and Fun.

Uses: When choosing between Airsoft and Paintball, you must consider what your gun be used for. Airsoft guns can be used for just about anything. They can be used for target practice, backyard wars, shooting cans, tournament play and more. Also there are so many different types of Airsoft Guns to choose from to suit your specific needs. Paintball are mainly used for tournament play or playing on a specified field, but sometimes people use them for target practice. Airsoft is better for target practice though. Airsoft has more practical uses then Paintball so airsoft wins this round.

Upkeep: When choosing between Airsoft and Paintball, you must consider if you want to spend time maintaining your gun. In Paintball, you need to constantly clean your gun of paint so it doesn't jam. You also may have to clean up the broken paintball shells if you are shooting in your backyard. You also, have to keep your paintball equipment in the freezer so they don't melt. In Airsoft, there is less upkeep. All that you need to do is charge your battery if you are using an electric gun and clear the occasional jam. Since Airsoft has less upkeep, that's another point for Airsoft.

Cost: Cost is an important factor in making your decision. You have to consider the gun costs, equipment costs, and ammunition costs. Paintball guns are generally more expensive than airsoft guns. For a quality gun, you must pay anywhere from 150-1200 dollars. In Airsoft there are many different types of guns to choose from with different price ranges. But, for a good electric gun you'll probably pay 160 dollars plus. Paintball is a game that involves shooting at each other with paintballs and trying to get your opponents out of the play area. It's great for people who want an adrenaline-filled activity, but don't like getting hit in real life! The https://twitter.com/AdvisePaintball has tons of helpful advice on how to choose good equipment if you're new to this exciting sport or just need more information about it all together