The Pro V1 has been the most popular ball out there for a number of years now. They’re obviously pretty expensive, so I was curious to see if there were any other balls that are similar and possibly cheaper.
New balls are always being built and an easy way to figure out how they compare is by knowing the specs of the Pro V1. All you have to do is look at the box, see how many layers the ball has, what the compression rating is, and how good the spin rate is.
The table below lists the golf balls that are similar to the Titleist Pro V1:
| Ball | Layers | Wedge Spin | Compression | Feel |
| Titleist Pro V1 | 3 | High | 87 | Mid |
| Bridgestone B RX | 3 | High | 80 | Soft |
| Callaway Chrome Tour | 4 | High | 87 | Mid |
| Kirkland Signature | 3 | High | 93 | Firm |
| Mizuno Pro S | 3 | High | Mid | Soft |
| PXG Xtreme Tour | 3 | High | 98 | Firm |
| Srixon Z Star | 3 | High | 88 | Mid |
| Taylormade TP5X | 5 | High | 87 | Mid |
| Vice Pro | 3 | High | 85 | Mid |
| Wilson Triad | 3 | High | 86 | Mid |
Bridgestone Tour B RX
This is one of Bridgestone’s balls that’s designed for swing speeds under 105 MPH. Though it’s not exactly the same, the specs and performance are the most similar.
Bridgestone did a poll to see what ball people switched to (after playing the B RX), and the answer was a Pro V1. They took this info and made some adjustments to the ball.
Since the compression rating is lower, the RX will feel softer than the Pro V1. It’s also going to spin a little more around the greens.
Other than that, the performance is pretty similar. Plus, the price is quite a bit lower, which is always a win.
You can see our favorite Bridgestone balls HERE.
Callaway Chrome Tour
Callaway balls have been hit or miss over the past few years but they seem to have figured it out with their most recent balls. The Chrome Tour has one extra layer (4), but the specs are very similar to the Pro V1.
The main difference I found between them was that the Chrome Tour hit the ball higher with the longer clubs (driver, wood, hybrid, long irons). With the rest of the irons and wedges, they were very close.
I also noticed that the Chrome Tour spun less around the green. This could be a good thing if you find that the Pro V1 spins back too much.
You can see our favorite Callaway balls HERE.
Kirkland Signature
It’s been known for a while that Kirkland (Costco) makes some pretty decent golf balls. A lot of people think they’re made in the same factory and are essentially the same.
Even though they are similar, they’re not the same. There is one main difference between them that could be beneficial to you or it could hurt your game.
That difference is the spin rates on the Kirkland. They’re pretty high. It’ll spin more off the tee, from the fairway, and around the greens.
It’s also a bit firmer than the Pro V1. If you like a high-spinning ball, don’t mind the firmer feel, and want to save a bunch of money, give these a try.
See our detailed test comparing the Kirkland to Pro V1 HERE.
Mizuno Pro S
Mizuno is a bit of an underrated company in North America. They aren’t used a whole lot on tour, but for the average player, they make some of the best-feeling irons on the market.
The same goes for their new golf balls. What I noticed was that the Pro S felt pretty soft at impact, just like their irons. It felt very nice to me and wasn’t overly squishy.
The main difference I noticed between the two balls was that the Mizuno felt softer and didn’t spin as much. For golfers with slower swing speeds, it could be worth checking out.
PXG Xtreme Tour
PXG has been around for a number of years, but you won’t see them very often on the course. I’ve played a few of their clubs (and balls) and they’ve all been pretty solid.
What you’ll notice about this ball is that it’s pretty firm. It has the highest compression rating on this list, which won’t be for everyone.
What I also noticed was that this ball spins a lot. If you have a tough time getting your ball to land and stop of the green, it could be one worth trying.
Srixon Z Star
The standard Z-Star is Srixon’s lowest-spinning ball off the tee and the highest-spinning ball around the green. It’s built with 3 layers and has a compression rating of around 85 (close to Pro V1).
In terms of feel and durability, the Pro V1 felt a bit softer and the cover held up slightly better. Personally, I don’t mind because the Z-Star is cheaper than the Pro V1.
The only other difference I noticed between them was the spin rates. The Pro V1 spun less off the tee and the ball flight was lower. The Z-Star spun more with full shots into the green.
You can see our favorite Srixon balls HERE.
Taylormade TP5X
The TP5X is Taylormade’s lower-spinning ball, both off the tee and around the green. It does have 2 extra layers (5) compared to the Pro V1, but the performance is fairly close.
Just like with some of the other alternatives, the TP5X cover doesn’t seem as durable. The price point is similar though so you’ll have to decide based on the performance.
What I noticed between the two balls is that the TP5X flies higher and a little longer. It has a bit less spin with the irons and wedges and it feels a touch firmer than a Pro V1.
Vice Pro
Vice is another company that sells directly to consumers. The Pro is their standard ball that’s designed to compete with the Pro V1 (the specs are very similar).
Just like with the other manufacturers, the Vice balls don’t seem to be as durable as Titleist. They’ve made improvements over the years but are still a step behind.
Off the tee, the Pro V1 flew 4-5 yards longer on average. I don’t think this is what you should solely base your decision on, but a few extra yards is a big plus for average players.
With the irons and wedges, I found that the Vice was a bit longer due to less spin (for me). Less spin will lower the ball flight and reduce the amount of greenside spin. That said, it’s still a high-spin ball around the green.
You can see our favorite Vice balls HERE.
Wilson Triad
Wilson is a company that’s often overlooked when it comes to golf equipment. They used to be the biggest company around, but you don’t see their stuff too often on the course.
The Triad is one of their premium balls that has specs very similar to the Pro V1. What I’ve found is that both balls are very close when it comes to performance.
I noticed that the Pro V1 still spins more around the green but the Triad is very respectable. The Triad also feels a bit softer, which some people would like.
For me, the Triad is the ball I’d play if I wanted something similar to a Pro V1, but for a much cheaper price. It’s one of my favorite balls and would highly recommend giving it a try.
You can see our favorite Wilson balls HERE.
The Pro V1 Alternatives Explained
Not all of the balls listed above are 100% the same as the Pro V1 but they should all perform similarly. Most of them have similar compression ratings, they all generate high amounts of wedge spin, and are built for mid-high swing speeds.
The first difference between the balls is how soft or firm they are. The Bridgestone and Mizuno will feel a bit softer compared to a Pro V1. The Kirkland and PXG will be a bit firmer.
The way the ball feels doesn’t really impact the performance though. You can learn more about soft and firm golf balls HERE.
The second difference is how the ball spins when you hit it. All of these balls have low(ish) amounts of driver spin and high amounts of wedge spin.
The PXG and Kirkland have more long-game spin, which could be beneficial if you want to hit the ball higher. The Wilson and Vice generate a bit less short-game spin, which could work better for you if you spin a Pro V1 too much.
I’ve asked a number of lower handicaps what ball they play (other than Pro V1) and the most common were the Bridgestone and Srixon. Personally, I really enjoy playing the Wilson Triad.
That said, you really can’t go wrong with any of them. It is tough to beat the quality and consistency of a Titleist ball, but I don’t think it’s worth paying for, for the majority of weekend hackers.
Also, the ball you decide to go with should depend on your swing speed. If you swing the driver over 110 MPH, the Pro V1x might be the better option. You can see some of the alternative options HERE.
Let’s hear from you – Is there a ball you prefer to play compared to a Pro V1? Let us know in the comments below.
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