Golf Monthly
UK magazine, season-long testing
“Behind the value is actually a really good golf ball”
Behind the famous value is a genuinely good three-piece urethane ball that held its own against a Pro V1 and earns the ball spot in his DTC bag.
+ the facts · 4 pros · 1 cons− the facts
- +Three-piece urethane construction that really held its own against a Pro V1 in his testing
- +Strong ball speed and a consistent flight window
- +Good feel and durability
- −Gives up a little greenside spin versus a more premium ball
For: Golfers who want near-premium ball performance without the premium price
James Robinson Golf
Mid-handicap everyman reviews
“The Kirkland for me is always going to be a standout golf ball for the money”
The three-piece urethane Kirkland remains the budget standout, launching higher, stopping quicker on greens and going near head-to-head with the Pro V1 in every number, and it is the ball both players would pick at this price.
+ the facts · 4 pros · 2 cons− the facts
- +Three-piece urethane performance ball at a budget price
- +Numbers go nearly head-to-head with the Pro V1 with around 270-yard carries
- +Higher launch and stops much quicker into greens than the Amazon
- −Felt surprisingly firm off the putter next to the ultra-soft Amazon
- −Higher flight cost distance into the wind on the day
For: Any golfer who wants Pro V1-adjacent performance for a fraction of the price