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A golf ball is arguably the most important aspect of your game; it's the only point of contact with the club face. You may think that it is a white, round ball with dimples, but the golf ball is so much more than that, with there being a multitude of different options for your game.
It can be difficult to narrow down which one will suit you but, if you want a golf ball that is used by the very best, then a premium golf ball is the way to go. Obviously, these won't suit all individuals, with those starting out perhaps being better suited to the best golf balls for beginners.
From there, you will probably look to progress on to the best mid price golf balls, before finally stepping up to the golf ball world’s top table. The thing is, there are a number of models available, and golfers will usually want to play with the best golf balls regardless of where their game is at.
The best premium models though tend to offer the very highest levels of all-round performance in the key areas of distance, spin, feel and control. There is one drawback though, which often puts people off, and that is that they’re pretty expensive! However, if you want the best from your golf game, they are the best option if you want to see your scores tumble down.
If premium isn't for you though, and you are looking for a particular type of golf ball, then why not check out our guides on the best value golf balls, best golf balls for high swing speeds and slow swing speeds, or even our best distance golf balls.
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Titleist has raised the bar again with its new Pro V1 design. In our testing it was the added consistency in the long game that shone through. It seems Titleist has made some subtle but important improvements.
The Srixon Z-Star golf ball 2023 is ideal for mid to high swing speed players who prefer a softer feeling ball with more control around the greens. The performance in all conditions is very good, although the cover could be more durable.
The new 2021 TaylorMade TP5 is a virtually faultless ball in every area of performance and should prove to be especially popular for those who play a lot of competitive golf. The feel this golf ball delivers leaves a lasting impression.
The Bridgestone Tour B RXS impresses in the long game and around the greens, and it’s simply exceptional in the wind, making it one of the best balls we’ve tested and a must try for moderate swing speed players in search of a tour-caliber ball.
The PXG Xtreme ball is a really solid premium ball offering that performed well in all aspects of the game. The firm sound and feel may take a while to get used to, especially with the putter, but it’s certainly a worthy ball.
A solid mid-price golf ball that offers all-around performance at both ends of the bag with the amount of greenside spin is the only real performance question. It also still scuffs up quicker than its competitors.
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There was no mistaking how well this performed both off the tee and when hitting into the green from close range. For faster swingers, the Chrome Soft X promises a hugely impressive mix of performance benefits.
The latest iteration of the Titleist Pro V1x delivers in all areas of the game. We noticed a jump in ball speed off the tee which, combined with a strong flight, offered superb distance. That this didn’t come at the cost of short game control was a big win.
The Srixon Z-Star Diamond offers a firmer compression with a softer cover to create a premium ball with distance and feel. Ideal for mid to high swing speed players this is the pick of the 2023 Z-Star range.
An impressive performer in all areas, the Mizuno RB Tour X offers a strong ball flight in the long game and plenty of greenside stopping power. They also made significant improvements to the durability of the ball.
TaylorMade's 2021 TP5x golf ball does a good job of blending tour performance and feel in a low-spinning golf ball that offers a firmer feel.
For golfers with more moderate swing speeds, Bridgestone's Tour B RX golf ball has plenty to offer on the course. It delivers on its promise of distance while also providing the greenside control that golfers expect.
There was no mistaking how well this performed both off the tee and when hitting into the green from close range. For faster swingers, the Chrome Soft X promises a hugely impressive mix of performance benefits.
A premium ball that performs just as well at opposite ends of the bag. If you’re looking for impressive distance off the tee from a high flight, this is well worth considering.
This is an appealing prospect for the golfer seeking all-round performance from tee to green with something different to the usual players in the category. The short game control and durability in particular impressed us in testing.
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