Titleist Velocity
Titleist's Velocity ball is positioned as the tech-leading distance model, using a high-energy core and thin cover to maximize ball speed and carry compared with the other balls on this list. It commands a premium price relative to mass-market distance options, but its tighter quality control and consistent long-game performance make it the market leader for golfers prioritizing repeatable yardage without sacrificing feel.
Explosive speed
Rocket-like zip
Explosive speed
Rocket-like zip
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise Titleist Velocity for producing high ball speeds and long carries while maintaining a soft, responsive feel; long-term users note reliable performance and good durability for a distance-focused ball. A few advanced players wish for more greenside spin, but most buyers are satisfied with its straight distance and consistency."
Straight long carry
High-speed core engineered to maximize ball velocity off the clubface.
Straight long carry
High-speed core engineered to maximize ball velocity off the clubface.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Titleist's Velocity ball is positioned as the tech-leading distance model, using a high-energy core and thin cover to maximize ball speed and carry compared with the other balls on this list. It commands a premium price relative to mass-market distance options, but its tighter quality control and consistent long-game performance make it the market leader for golfers prioritizing repeatable yardage without sacrificing feel.
Explosive speed
Rocket-like zip
Straight long carry
High-speed core engineered to maximize ball velocity off the clubface.
Thin, aerodynamic cover and dimple pattern reduce drag for longer carry.
Explosive speed
Rocket-like zip
Straight long carry
High-speed core engineered to maximize ball velocity off the clubface.
Thin, aerodynamic cover and dimple pattern reduce drag for longer carry.
$45-55 USD
Callaway Warbird
Callaway's Warbird focuses on delivering raw distance through a large, energetic core and straightforward construction that produces strong carry at a more affordable street price than premium rivals like Titleist. Versus TaylorMade and Bridgestone, Warbird trades some short-game spin and softer feel for better value and outright ball-speed gains, making it attractive to budget-conscious players chasing yardage.
Max carry
Cannon-like launch
Max carry
Cannon-like launch
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate Callaway Warbird as a budget-friendly distance ball that delivers strong tee shots and consistent flight; extended-use feedback highlights a firm feel and limited short-game spin but good durability and value. Casual and mid-handicap players commonly report it exceeded expectations for distance."
Value bomber
Large, fast core designed to deliver long, straight distance at an affordable price.
Value bomber
Large, fast core designed to deliver long, straight distance at an affordable price.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Callaway's Warbird focuses on delivering raw distance through a large, energetic core and straightforward construction that produces strong carry at a more affordable street price than premium rivals like Titleist. Versus TaylorMade and Bridgestone, Warbird trades some short-game spin and softer feel for better value and outright ball-speed gains, making it attractive to budget-conscious players chasing yardage.
Max carry
Cannon-like launch
Value bomber
Large, fast core designed to deliver long, straight distance at an affordable price.
Stable flight characteristics that hold up well in windy conditions.
Max carry
Cannon-like launch
Value bomber
Large, fast core designed to deliver long, straight distance at an affordable price.
Stable flight characteristics that hold up well in windy conditions.
$28-36 USD
TaylorMade Distance+
TaylorMade Distance+ is engineered for high launch and reduced spin to maximize total distance, with a reformulated core that targets mid- to high-handicap players seeking more yards. It typically sits between premium and economy pricing, offering a balanced compromise of feel, launch characteristics, and cost compared with Titleist's premium focus and Callaway's value-first approach.
Low-spin flight
Soft distance feel
Low-spin flight
Soft distance feel
Review Summary
"TaylorMade Distance+ is viewed as an affordable, straightforward distance ball that adds noticeable carry and a high launch, with long-term users noting a firmer feel and modest green-side control. Reviewers often call it a reliable value choice for players prioritizing distance over short-game spin."
Goes extra miles
Optimized multi-layer construction for high ball speed with lower driver spin.
Goes extra miles
Optimized multi-layer construction for high ball speed with lower driver spin.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
TaylorMade Distance+ is engineered for high launch and reduced spin to maximize total distance, with a reformulated core that targets mid- to high-handicap players seeking more yards. It typically sits between premium and economy pricing, offering a balanced compromise of feel, launch characteristics, and cost compared with Titleist's premium focus and Callaway's value-first approach.
Low-spin flight
Soft distance feel
Goes extra miles
Optimized multi-layer construction for high ball speed with lower driver spin.
Refined dimple geometry promotes a penetrating, stable trajectory.
Low-spin flight
Soft distance feel
Goes extra miles
Optimized multi-layer construction for high ball speed with lower driver spin.
Refined dimple geometry promotes a penetrating, stable trajectory.
$38-48 USD
Bridgestone e12 Contact
Bridgestone's e12 Contact uses a distinctive dimple-to-cover design intended to increase dwell time and improve energy transfer, giving it a technical edge in launch efficiency compared with many standard distance balls. Although not always the cheapest option, its engineering delivers competitive distance with a slightly softer feel, positioning it as a technically driven alternative to both premium and value-oriented competitors.
Clean contact
Piercing trajectory
Clean contact
Piercing trajectory
Review Summary
"Bridgestone e12 Contact earns praise from repeat users for its unique contact-patch design that promotes a penetrating ball flight, solid distance, and surprisingly good feel for a distance model; most users report durable cover performance over many rounds. Better players sometimes desire more spin, but overall satisfaction is high."
Clubface hug
Active core technology engineered for faster initial acceleration and long carry.
Clubface hug
Active core technology engineered for faster initial acceleration and long carry.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Bridgestone's e12 Contact uses a distinctive dimple-to-cover design intended to increase dwell time and improve energy transfer, giving it a technical edge in launch efficiency compared with many standard distance balls. Although not always the cheapest option, its engineering delivers competitive distance with a slightly softer feel, positioning it as a technically driven alternative to both premium and value-oriented competitors.
Clean contact
Piercing trajectory
Clubface hug
Active core technology engineered for faster initial acceleration and long carry.
Unique dimple design encourages consistent launch and reduced dispersion.
Clean contact
Piercing trajectory
Clubface hug
Active core technology engineered for faster initial acceleration and long carry.
Unique dimple design encourages consistent launch and reduced dispersion.
$30-40 USD
Srixon Distance
Srixon Distance is a value-oriented distance ball that combines a high-energy core with a durable ionomer cover to produce dependable length at a lower retail price. Compared with Callaway and TaylorMade models, Srixon often undercuts on cost while delivering comparable yardage for the money, making it a strong pick for golfers who want measurable distance gains on a budget.
Power core
Stable carry
Power core
Stable carry
Review Summary
"Srixon Distance is widely liked for combining long carry, a comfortable feel, and dependable durability at a competitive price; long-term users value its consistent performance off the tee and good value for practice and play. While not the highest-spin option, it performs well for most mid- to high-handicap golfers."
Surprisingly soft
Energetic, high-compression core built to produce strong launch and maximal carry.
Surprisingly soft
Energetic, high-compression core built to produce strong launch and maximal carry.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Srixon Distance is a value-oriented distance ball that combines a high-energy core with a durable ionomer cover to produce dependable length at a lower retail price. Compared with Callaway and TaylorMade models, Srixon often undercuts on cost while delivering comparable yardage for the money, making it a strong pick for golfers who want measurable distance gains on a budget.
Power core
Stable carry
Surprisingly soft
Energetic, high-compression core built to produce strong launch and maximal carry.
Ionomer cover promotes roll and maintains distance durability over many rounds.
Power core
Stable carry
Surprisingly soft
Energetic, high-compression core built to produce strong launch and maximal carry.
Ionomer cover promotes roll and maintains distance durability over many rounds.
$28-38 USD