Best Low Spin Golf Balls 2026

If you’ve played golf for years you’ll likely remember the older balls, but perhaps with not much fondness. The balata cover may have been soft but it also generated high spin rates, especially off the tee and with the longer clubs in general. The loss of distance was compounded by durability. The alternative for less skilled golfers was a cut-resistant model, but these were akin to hitting a rock. Fortunately technology has come to our rescue and the best golf balls now use a multi-layer construction with dimple patterns designed for different results - and it's the high launch, low spin variety that we’re looking at in this guide.

Before we delve into our reviews of the best low spin balls that we’ve tested, it’s worth considering if they are right for your game. Every golfer will have an ideal launch and spin combination that best suits their swing speed. To find out what works you can try a number of models or you might even consider a golf ball fitting to help you find the right model for your game and swing.

In general, the low spin ball, whether it's one of the best premium golf balls or the best mid price golf balls, is a good fit for experienced golfers who are looking to optimize their flight and carry as well as those who generate too much spin resulting in a higher, weaker ball flight that typically comes up short. Low spin balls also have the effect of reducing sidespin as well as back spin so you might see a slightly straighter ball flight, too.

Naturally there’s a compromise with low spin golf balls around the greens and you’ll need to factor in how less spin will impact your short game.

Best Low Spin Golf Balls 2026

Top pick

Once only available to tour pros, the Pro V1x Left Dash can now be played by anyone.

To generate high ball speeds and low spin rates, Titleist has equipped the ball with a large dual core. Certainly during our testing this appeared to be effective, with the Left Dash model producing more speed and spin than another the Titleist Pro V1x, resulting in seven additional yards in carry off the tee. The same was true with the irons, with the ball feeling noticeably fast off the face.

There is perhaps a downside to this speed, however. The Left Dash delivers a ‘clicky’ feel and sound off the face compared to the Pro V1x. It also feels firmer around the greens, releasing more as a result. The same is true with the putter and it took a while to find our pace on the greens. If you’ve played either the TaylorMade TP5x and the Srixon Z-Star XV, then the firmer, low spin attributes of both these balls is replicated in the Left Dash.

Overall, the Pro V1x Left Dash achieves its aims of delivering more speed, less spin and, for us at least, a few extra yards as a result. If you’re a high speed player looking to reduce the amount of spin you produce then it could be a good match. Similarly, if you play a lot of your golf in windy conditions then its low spinning flight should work well. However, if you play on firm and fast courses then a softer ball with higher spin rates, such as the Pro V1x, is probably a better match.

• Read our full Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash Golf Ball Review

Best in the wind

The TPX5 has been updated for 2026, sold with the headline of being TaylorMade’s ‘lowest spinning, fastest five-layer tour ball.' As such it has been equipped with a new dimple pattern and a microcoating process that eliminates paint build up in the dimples as well as re-designing the mantle layers to be stiffer, which it says helps to maximize energy transfer at impact.

The result is excellent. I noticed it provided a low sin rate as well as a consistent penetrating ball flight, as well as plenty of rollout which therefore makes it a brilliant golf ball in windy conditions.

With the irons the low-spin theme continues, making for a piercing flight and a shallower descent; fine if you’re playing on soft greens but perhaps not best suited to super firm greens. That said if you suffer from a ballooning ball flight with your irons and are looking for a lower, more consistent flight that the TP5x should help rather than hinder. The ball’s distance attributes does mean it’s a tad firm when chipping and pitching, and it doesn;t deliver the same amount of check as the TP5.

All told, the new TP5x launches lower and spins less, making it ideally suited to anyone looking to flight their ball down in an effort to gain more distance.

• Read our full TaylorMade TP5x 2026 Golf Ball review

Lowest spinning

The AVX has been around for a while and garners attention thanks to its slightly lower price tag when compared to the brand’s Pro V1 offerings. The latest version has been updated to feature a high speed core, a thinner, more flexible casing and a softer urethane cover. But how does it perform?

From a distance perspective, the AVX is impressive. We saw a penetrating ball flight with bags of carry. In calm conditions it was a match off the tee for the pricer Pro V1x. But when the wind got up its low spin credentials really came to the fore, delivering plenty of distance thanks to the aforementioned ball flight.

On approach spots and around the greens its firmer nature makes it a little jumpier compared to a softer ball, such as the Pro V1x. Low spin spin balls can be compromised here and we saw more run out on our chips and pitches. That said, the feel and sound aren’t overtly ‘clicky’, which can be the case with balls in this category, and we liked the alignment line featured on either side of the ball.

In short, the AVX is a solid low spin offering and a good fit for those who play plenty of golf in windy conditions as well as golfers who find themselves faced with soft greens, where added release is a help, not a hindrance.

• Read our full Titleist 2024 AVX Golf Ball Review

Best soft feel

The Diamond is arguably the best of the trio of Z-Star golf balls released for the 2025 season. Why? Well I found the Diamond more than kept up with the XV ball in terms of distance, of which Srixon say it is the longest in the new range. The Diamond also produced a lower trajectory and spin as well, which is ideal for those who want to hit the ball lower, and play in windy conditions regularly.

Performance continues with irons as well, differentiating the Diamond from its siblings handily. Distance with a 7-iron was comparable with the other models while offering a touch more spin, and then with a wedge in hand there was a lot more spin. It also finds a lovely middle ground between the soft feel of the Z-Star and the firm, almost harsh feel of the ZX.

It's no wonder Srixon's tour players play the Diamond, most notably Brooks Koepka and Shane Lowry. Long off the tee whilst also providing loads of spin for those shorter iron and wedge shots means this should be considered one of the best golf balls right now.

• Read our full Srixon Z-Star Diamond Golf Ball Review

Most underrated

Mizuno is probably best known for its buttery soft forged irons but along with making drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and wedges, it also produces golf balls. And new for 2025 are the Pro X and Pro S model, with the latter being the low spin option.

Unlike some low spinning balls, the Pro S is noticeably soft, more so than its Pro X sibling. On approach shots and around the greens this meant less audible feedback than you might be used to. Whether this is a positive or a negative is likely down to your preference when it comes to sound and feel. If you like a ‘click’ off the face, you might be a little disappointed. That said, it proved pretty response, with the spin kicking in on the second and third bounce

With full shots we saw a nice, flat trajectory throughout the bag, but most noticeable with the driver, where it bore through the air. This is the ball’s strong suit, making it a good fit for those who suffer from too much spin and as a result a ballooning ball flight that costs them distance. While the Pro X has a broader appeal, Mizuno has been wise to offer a clear alternative in the shape of the Pro S.

• Read our full Mizuno Pro S Golf Ball Review

Best high launch

The Bridgestone Tour B X is one of the best premium golf balls of 2026, designed specifically for golfers with swing speeds exceeding 105 mph who prioritize maximum distance. A couple of key features to mention are the new 'VeloSurge' core-mantle integration as well as the REACTIV iQ smart cover which allows the feel to remain firm and fast on high-impact driver shots while staying soft and responsive on shorter, delicate approach shots.

But how did it test? Very well indeed. It delivered a very high launch and low spin performance which translated to distance output. I averaged 303 yards from the tee which was five yards further than the famous Titleist Pro V1 while maintaining tighter down-range dispersion. Interestingly, the performance gap narrowed in the mid-irons - the ball maintained a towering flight and consistent spin rates that actually slightly exceeded expectations, ensuring plenty of stopping power on firm greens.

The ball also continues to offer the well-received MindSet visual technology, a three-step graphic system on the side of the ball designed to help golfers separate analytical thought from athletic execution during their pre-shot routine. While the feel is on the firmer side of the tour spectrum, the greenside control remains elite with a predictable, aggressive check on chips and pitches.

• Read our full Bridgestone Tour B X 2026 Golf Ball Review

How we test golf balls

The test team at Golf Monthly is highly experienced. All of them either play a lot of golf or have worked in the golf industry for many years. In many cases, it’s both! Some are more proficient at getting the ball out there off the tee; some excel playing into the greens; others have a sometimes irritating habit of getting up and down far too often around the greens; and others still are dab-hands with the flatstick.

Specific golf ball testing is overseen by former EuroPro and Clutch Pro professional Sam De'Ath, someone with years of experience testing golf equipment and of course golf balls. His process revolves around hitting golf balls in Golf Monthly's new Performance Lab which is fitted with a Foresight Sports launch monitor and simulator package. He uses this equipment to get data in a controlled environment by hitting 20 balls with a sand wedge, 20 with 7-iron and 20 with driver to take the average from each of those shots.

Then he heads onto the course to play a round of golf with them, hitting different shots. He will also do a dispersion test with the driver against a leading model in that specific category and will compare them via marking them on a GPS image.

Factors to consider when buying golf balls

Durability

Sometimes cheaper balls don't last as long because they cut up, or the cover isn't of a high quality. If durability, and therefore value, is a key factor, stick to models with firmer, cut-resistant covers. If feel is more important, go for models with softer covers.

Long game or short game?

Do you want as much distance as possible from your golf ball or one that allows your short game to shine thanks to improved feel? If the former then check out our guide to the best distance golf balls. If short-game feel is your thing, check out our best soft feel golf balls guide.

Spin

Many balls now promise low spin off the driver and longer clubs, which, in conjunction with a high launch, will help some golfers generate more distance. But this can come at the expense of short-game spin and control, so you will typically need to find the best overall package that lets your play to your key strengths. A compromise may be required!

Color

Almost anything goes now when it comes to golf balls, with many models available in three or more colors, with 11 the widest color palette we’ve seen!

Bulk buying

Sometimes buying in bulk will get you an even better price, and this is particularly the case with the Vice Golf ball range. Committing to five dozen at a time brings the price per ball down by 30p a ball or 20%.

FAQs

We hope you enjoyed this guide on the best low spin golf balls, and for more buying advice in this regard, check out our guides on the best cheap golf balls, best winter golf balls, or the best golf balls for beginners.