Golf Ball Reviews: Overall Ranking

Critical Golf has reviewed a variety of the top balls on the market to help you determine which is right for your game. If there is a ball you would like us to review, please drop us a note.

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SCORE
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GRADE
Titleist Pro V1

Titleist Pro V1

The reigning king of the hill in the golf ball world. Best-in-class feel coupled with reasonable distance. Patent suit has suddenly made the 2007-2008 version affordable!

Retail price: $39.95/dozen
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93 A
TaylorMade TP Red LDP

TaylorMade TP Red LDP

Boom goes the dynamite! The longest ball off the tee in our distance test also provides excellent playability. A challenger to the Pro V1 throne as best overall ball.

Retail price: $42.99/dozen
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92 A-
Callaway Tour ix

Callaway Tour ix

Outstanding distance and solid playability, but the unique sound of the ball provided pause among some reviewers. Perhaps a ball that you have to learn to love?

Retail price: $44.95/dozen

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90 A-
Nike ONE Platinum

Nike ONE Platinum

Solid performer in all facets, but didn’t outshine the others in any single aspect. A very good ball, but not quite a great one.

Retail price: $34.95/dozen
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87 B+
Pinnacle Platinum Feel

Pinnacle Platinum Feel

Excellent value for the dollar. Provides very good distance, and respectable feel. Bargain hunters, rejoice!

Retail price: $17.95/dozen

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84 B
Precept Laddie

Precept Laddie X

One of the least expensive balls in our test, but there are better performing balls at the same price point.

Retail price: $19.95/2 dozen
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73 C
Bridgestone e6+

Bridgestone e6+

Move along, nothing to see here.
Retail price: $24.95/dozen
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72 C-