The Pro V1 has been one of the most popular balls 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 | Swing Speed |
| Titleist Pro V1 | 3 | High | 87 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Bridgestone BX | 3 | High | 95 | Firm | 105+ MPH |
| Callaway Chrome Tour | 4 | High | 87 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Cut Blue | 4 | High | 90 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Kirkland Signature | 3 | High | 93 | Firm | 95+ MPH |
| Mizuno RB Tour | 3 | High | 90 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Srixon Z Star | 3 | High | 85 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Taylormade TP5 | 5 | High | 87 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Vice Pro | 3 | High | 85 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
| Wilson Triad | 3 | High | 86 | Mid | 95+ MPH |
Bridgestone Tour BX
This is Bridgestone’s highest compression ball and is also the lower spinning version. The BXS model is higher spinning which is more similar to the Pro V1x.
I found that the BX and Pro V1 were pretty similar in terms of performance. The biggest difference between Titleist and other premium balls is the quality. Titleist balls are usually more durable, which was the case here as well.
I also noticed that the BX had slightly more distance and less spin with the irons and wedges. Off the driver, they were almost identical.
The BX has a higher compression rating as well so it’ll feel a bit more firm. Not by a huge amount, but you’ll probably notice it around the greens.
You can see the differences between the 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 the differences between the Callaway balls HERE.
Cut Blue
Cut is a relatively new company that sells directly to consumers. They’ve had some issues in the past with quality, but have been making some improvements recently.
I found that the Cut ball was a bit longer with the driver, woods, and irons. It wasn’t by a huge amount, maybe 3-4 yards on average.
The downside to this ball is that it’s not going to spin as much around the greens. Some people might be looking for that, but a lot of people want more spin.
The Pro V1 also feels a bit nicer and is more durable. Pretty much all balls are less durable than Titleist, but I’d say the Cut is a level behind Taylormade, Bridgestone, Callaway, etc. That said, the cost is a lot less, so keep that in mind.
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.
Mizuno RB Tour
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 RB Tour 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 RB Tour spun less around the green and had a flatter trajectory. This could help you control your distances better.
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 the differences between the Srixon balls HERE.
Taylormade TP5
The TP5 is Taylormade’s lower-spinning ball off the tee and their higher-spinning ball 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 TP5 feels softer and the cover doesn’t seem as durable. The price point is similar though so you’ll have to decide based on the performance.
The main difference between the two balls is the spin rates. I found that the TP5 spun more and flew higher with the longer clubs. With the wedges, the Pro V1 spun more, but the TP5 was still competitive.
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 the differences between the 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 the differences between the 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 faster swing speeds.
The first difference between the balls is how soft or firm they are. The Taylormade TP5 & Mizuno RB Tour should feel a bit softer compared to a Pro V1 but the Bridgestone BX & Kirkland Signature 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 TP5 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 then the Pro V1x might be the better option. You can see some of the alternative options HERE.
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