Golf Ball Comparison Chart (Compression, Layers, Spin)

In this post, I’m going to be listing all the information about all of the latest golf balls. We’ll be covering layers, spin rate, compression, and other information you’d want to know about the most popular golf balls on the market.

The table below is sortable so you can filter each column based on what you’re looking for. For details on what each column means, you can click here for a breakdown.

We do our best to keep this table updated. If a ball isn’t listed or some of the info needs updated, please leave a comment below and we’ll get it updated as soon as possible.

If you’re not sure which ball to use from a specific brand, you can read one of our guides below:

Golf BallLayersCoverShort Game SpinCompressionFeelSwing Speed (MPH)Handicap
Bridgestone Tour B X3UrethaneHighHigh (98)Firm105+Low
Bridgestone Tour B XS3UrethaneHighMid (85)MidUnder 105Low
Bridgestone Tour B RX3UrethaneHighMid (75)Mid105+Low
Bridgestone Tour B RXS3UrethaneHighLow (65)SoftUnder 105Low
Bridgestone e12 Contact3IonomerMidLow (60)SoftUnder 105Mid-High
Bridgestone e62IonomerLowLow (45)SoftUnder 105High
Bridgestone e92SurlynLowMid (75)MidUnder 110High
Bridgestone Lady Precept2IonomerLowLow (50)SoftUnder 90High
Bridgestone Laddie Extreme2IonomerLowLowSoftUnder 90High
Callaway Chrome Tour4UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Low
Callaway Chrome Tour X4UrethaneHighHigh (100)Firm105+Low
Callaway Chrome Soft3UrethaneHighMid (75)SoftUnder 105Low-Mid
Callaway Chrome Soft X4UrethaneHighHigh (95)Mid105+Low
Callaway Chrome Soft X LS4UrethaneHighHigh (100)Mid105+Low
Callaway ERC Soft3UrethaneMidLow (60)SoftUnder 95Mid
Callaway Supersoft2HybridLowLow (45)SoftUnder 90High
Callaway Superfast2HybridLowLowMidUnder 95High
Callaway Warbird2IonomerLowHigh (90)FirmUnder 105High
Callaway Reva2IonomerLowLow (30)SoftUnder 80High
Cut DC4UrethaneHighHigh (105)Firm105+Low
Cut Blue4UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Low
Cut Grey3UrethaneMidMid (80)MidUnder 105Mid
Cut Red2IonomerLowLow (60)SoftUnder 90High
Kirkland Signature3UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Mid
Mizuno RB Tour4UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Low
Mizuno RB Tour X4UrethaneHighHigh (110)Firm105+Low
Mizuno RB 5662IonomerLowLow (60)SoftUnder 95High
Mizuno RB 566 V3IonomerMidLowSoftUnder 95Mid-High
Snell MTB-X3UrethaneHighHigh (95)Firm105+Low-Mid
Snell MTB-Black3UrethaneMidMid (85)MidUnder 105Low-Mid
Snell Get Sum2SurlynLowLowSoftUnder 90High
PXG Xtreme3UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Low-Mid
Srixon Z-Star3UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 105Low
Srixon Z-Star XV4UrethaneHighHigh (95)FirmUnder 110Low
Srixon Z-Star Diamond3UrethaneHighHigh (100)Firm105+Low
Srixon Q-Star2IonomerLowMid (70)MidUnder 105Mid-High
Srixon Q-Star Tour3UrethaneMidMid (70)SoftUnder 105Mid
Srixon Soft Feel2IonomerLowLow (60)SoftUnder 90High
Taylormade TP55UrethaneHighMid (87)Mid100+Low
Taylormade TP5X5UrethaneHighHigh (98)Firm100+Low
Taylormade Tour Response3UrethaneMidMid (70)SoftUnder 105Mid
Taylormade Speedsoft2IonomerLowLow (45)SoftUnder 90High
Taylormade Distance+2IonomerLowMid (77)MidUnder 95High
Taylormade Kalea2IonomerLowLow (60)SoftUnder 90High
Noodle Long And Soft2SurlynLowMid (70)SoftUnder 90High
Titleist Pro V13UrethaneHighMid (87)MidUnder 110Low
Titleist Pro V1X4UrethaneHighHigh (97)Firm105+Low
Titleist Pro V1X Left Dash4UrethaneHighHigh (102)Firm105+Low
Titleist Pro V1 Left Dot3UrethaneHighHigh (90)MidUnder 110Low
Titleist AVX3UrethaneHighMid (80)SoftUnder 105Low-Mid
Titleist Tour Soft2IonomerMidLow (65)SoftUnder 95Mid-High
Titleist Velocity2SurlynLowMid (80)MidUnder 95High
Top Flite Gamer2IonomerLowMid (70)SoftUnder 95High
Top Flite XL Control2IonomerLowMidMidUnder 105High
Top Flite XL Distance2IonomerLowHighFirmUnder 105High
Titleist TruFeel2HybridLowLow (65)SoftUnder 95High
Vice Pro3UrethaneHighMid (85)MidUnder 110Low-Mid
Vice Pro Soft3UrethaneHighMid (70)SoftUnder 95Low-Mid
Vice Pro Air3UrethaneHighMid (75)SoftUnder 95Low-Mid
Vice Pro Plus4UrethaneHighHigh (93)Firm110+Low-Mid
Vice Pro Zero3UrethaneHighHigh (95)FirmUnder 110Low-Mid
Vice Tour3SurlynMidMid (80)FirmUnder 105Mid
Vice Drive2SurlynLowLow (50)SoftUnder 90High
Volvik Condor3UrethaneHighMid (85)MidUnder 105Low-Mid
Volvik Condor X4UrethaneHighHigh (95)Firm105+Low
Volvik XT Soft3UrethaneMidLow (70)SoftUnder 90Mid
Volvik Vivid3IonomerMidMid (85)MidUnder 100Mid-High
Volvik Vivid Combi3IonomerMidHigh (90)FirmUnder 105Mid-High
Volvik Vimax Soft2IonomerLowMid (85)MidUnder 100High
Volvik Crystal3SurlynMidMid (85)MidUnder 100Mid-High
Volvik Magma3IonomerMidHigh (90)FirmUnder 100Mid-High
Volvik Power Soft2IonomerLowMid (75)MidUnder 95High
Wilson Staff Model4UrethaneHighHigh (94)Firm100+Low
Wilson Staff Model X4UrethaneHighHigh (104)Firm110+Low
Wilson Triad3UrethaneHighMid (85)MidUnder 105Low-Mid
Wilson Duo Soft2SurlynLowLow (38)SoftUnder 90High

The Chart Explained

Golf ball compression chart: This is how much force it takes to compress the ball. Low compression balls are for average players who don’t have the fastest swing speed. They’re much easier to keep straight and most people will get the most distance out of them. If you have faster swing speeds then you might benefit more from a higher compression ball. Learn more about golf ball compression here.

Golf ball spin chart: This is how much the ball will spin. Low spin balls are for the average player who hooks or slices the ball often. Medium spin balls are for the player who wants a bit more spin to stop the ball on the green or draw/fade the ball. High spin balls are for scratch players who want the most control over the ball. Learn more about golf ball spin here.

Golf ball layers chart: This is how many pieces the ball is made from. 2 piece balls are cheaper and are designed for higher handicap or beginner golfers. They normally produce low spin and are great for golfers who hook or slice the ball. 3 or 4 piece golf balls have a bit more spin and 5 piece golf balls usually have the most. See more about the golf ball layers here.

Feel: This is how soft or hard the ball feels at impact. It doesn’t have a huge impact on the performance but everyone will prefer something slightly different. Learn more about hard vs soft golf balls here.

Golf ball handicap chart: This is your current skill level and which ball might be the best fit. High handicaps are anyone who shoots above 90. Mid handicappers generally shoot in the 80s while low handicaps shoot in the 70s.

Golf ball cover chart: This is the type of cover the golf ball has. Urethane balls are typically more expensive, have higher spin rates, and can be softer. Learn more about urethane vs ionomer vs Surlyn.

Golf ball swing speed chart: This is how fast you swing the club, and it has a pretty big impact on what ball you should be playing. If you don’t swing the club fast enough, you might get zero height or distance. If you swing the club too fast, the ball will balloon up in the air and you’ll also get no distance.

Here’s a general chart for what your swing speed might be:

Average Driver DistanceSwing Speed
205 Yards80 MPH
230 Yards90 MPH
260 Yards100 MPH
Source: Average Driver Distance By Age

Note. This article is part of our series on which golf ball should you use. If you want to know all the ins and outs of golf balls, the pros and cons of each, and what’s best for you, go check that out.


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