Cost

To a new player choosing between airsoft and paintball, a beginning package for either is roughly equivalent in terms of apparel and cost.
One major difference, however, can be seen in the cost of ammunition and upkeep of the packages - due to the type of ammunition used, airsoft guns are less prone to "jamming", and airsoft BBs are considerably cheaper to manufacture than paintballs.
There is considerable debate between players of the two sports over which is preferable, though overall the two communities function separately.
Guns are usually the most expensive piece of equipment.
A low-quality electric gun can cost $50-$70 dollars American, while a high-quality gun can be more than $300 American. Custom guns can extend into the thousands of dollars.