Best Low Spin Golf Balls 2025

Things could get very technical here but we’re going to steer away from going too in-depth and rather focus on some of the basic principles and benefits of low spin. Many modern golf balls have been engineered to address some of the design problems in the golf balls of yesteryear – namely, that they often spun too much off the driver and longer clubs, costing golfers distance.

Today, the multi-layer construction of some of the very best golf balls on the market seeks to address that issue by offering a blend of high launch and low spin – particularly off the driver - that will keep the ball up there for longer and get you further down the fairway. That said, this chart from Ping highlights the optimal launch angle and spin rates off the driver at a variety of different swing speeds and angles of attack. It shows clearly that there is an optimum launch/spin combo for swings of all speeds and types, so a low-spinning ball off the tee may not be right for all golfers.

You will need to do a little research on that yourself, and perhaps even consider a golf ball fitting to help you find the right model for your game and swing. But here, our focus is on highlighting some of the best low-spinning options available whether you’re looking at the best premium golf balls or the best mid price golf balls.

These are aimed at both good golfers looking to optimize flight and therefore distance, as well as other golfers who tend to spin the ball a little too much, losing control of their flight and often coming up short of where they would otherwise be. So, keep an eye on your ball flight - if you feel like it is ballooning and coming up short, it’s possible that you are creating too much spin

And it’s worth stressing that, while much R&D in recent years has focused on trying to also build as much approach play and greenside spin as possible into balls that offer low spin off the driver, even Titleist's ball fitting guide (available online) says that “it is also important to remember that low-spin distance golf balls are typically low spin on all shots. This can have a detrimental impact on scoring shot performance.”

In other words, there are compromises to be made and only you can decide on the best course of action for your overall game! Finally, an added benefit of low-spin balls is that they not only reduce backspin but also sidespin, so there is some scope for slices and hooks to be a little less destructive… but please don’t expect miracles!

The Quick List

Best Low Spin Golf Balls

Top pick

First up we have the Titleist Pro V1 golf ball which is right at the top of the tree when it comes to performance. Carrying on from the success of the 2023 ball, the latest edition delivers a soft, responsive feel whilst providing a little extra distance from the tee that will be well received by regular users. That being said Titleist has reformulated the core material of the ball to basically help increase ball speed, maintain low spin off the tee, and yet also increase spin in the scoring clubs.

In my testing the performance really was outstanding as a result. The ball flight off the tee was stable and consistent for me, and I think it delivered in windy conditions as well. I didn't see any major drop offs in distance when hitting into the wind and crosswinds also had limited impact on trajectory.

Of course the performance continues further down the bag. With irons I felt in control and produced consistent carry numbers, exactly what I am looking for. This is a ball that shines with approach shots but performs brilliantly throughout the bag - it will be hard to find a better performing golf ball in 2025.

• Read our full Titleist Pro V1 2025 Golf Ball Review

Best in the wind

So has TaylorMade really improved on what was already a decent premium ball? Well yes, it would seem so, this ball really ticks all the boxes you would want from a premium ball and beats the previous version. There is a new Speed Wrapped Core that is a new lower density acoustic material, this makes the core of the ball before the three-layer Surlyn is added and then the urethane cover. The new core gives a much softer sound when compared to the previous model, this according to TaylorMade has allowed them to make it harder and faster without any compromise to the feel or acoustics.

When it comes to performance this ball was seriously impressive, I found that anything TaylorMade had claimed about this ball was true. Without even getting it on the simulator and seeing the data I could feel an improvement through the bag, with it giving a lovely soft impact and more muted audio.

Once I got it on the launch monitor it just confirmed everything I thought, the speed I was getting was much improved, and through the bag we saw a 1.5mph increase for irons and then 3 mph for driver which is great for those looking for a little more distance.

• Read our full TaylorMade TP5x ball review

Lowest spinning

Introduced in 2018, the newest AVX offering comes in at a slightly lower price point than the Pro V1 above and, with a number of new technological aspects added, such as a new high gradient, high speed core, a new thin flexible casing layer and a newly designed soft urethane cover, there's a lot to like about this new model.

In testing, I thought that the long game aspect was the star of the show, as the AVX provided a penetrating ball flight with excellent distance. In still conditions it was on a par with the Pro V1x but, when the wind is up, this is where it excelled, as the low spin nature meant it wasn't affected whilst in flight.

Moving away from tee shots, the AVX is a tad more lively and jumpier around the greens and pitch shots. One aspect is that there isn't as much spin in the AVX and it did tend to release out more. However, despite this, the ball did have a soft feel and muted sound and, for added assistance, there is even a handy alignment line either side of the AVX which should help with putting on the green. Overall though, I feel that this ball could fall under the best winter golf balls, given its performance in windy conditions and the fact that it releases out more.

• Read our full Titleist 2024 AVX Golf Ball Review

Best ball-flight

The Diamond is arguably the best of the trio of Z-Star golf balls released for the 2025 season. Why? Well I found the Diamond more than kept up with the XV ball in terms of distance, of which Srixon say it is the longest in the new range. The Diamond also produced a lower trajectory and spin as well, which is ideal for those who want to hit the ball lower, and play in windy conditions regularly.

Performance continues with irons as well, differentiating the Diamond from its siblings handily. Distance with a 7-iron was comparable with the other models while offering a touch more spin, and then with a wedge in hand there was a lot more spin. It also finds a lovely middle ground between the soft feel of the Z-Star and the firm, almost harsh feel of the ZX.

It's no wonder Srixon's tour players play the Diamond, most notably Brooks Koepka and Shane Lowry. Long off the tee whilst also providing loads of spin for those shorter iron and wedge shots means this should be considered one of the best golf balls for 2025.

• Read our full Srixon Z-Star Diamond Golf Ball Review

Most underrated

Next up we have a brand that is largely underrated in the golf ball space, Mizuno, and this is certainly the case with the brands two new offerings for 2025, the Pro X and the lower spinning Pro S.

Feeding off the heritage of the popular Mizuno Pro irons, which includes models like the Pro 245 iron, the Pro S golf ball looks to deliver on the demands of high level golfers with aerodynamics, speed and control, but how did it test for me? When comparing it up against the Pro X it became immediately clear that the S felt noticeably softer, and it must be said that there wasn't as much audible feedback when playing short game shots, which will divide opinion. However from a long game performance perspective the Pro S was excellent. It span over 300rpm less with the driver and ultimately flew lower as well than the Pro X

Ultimately the Pro S offers significantly lower spin and a flatter trajectory on all shots but especially the driver. You might be giving up a little short game control but not enough to cause a problem when short sided.

• Read our full Mizuno Pro S Golf Ball Review

Best high launch

Callaway first introduced the LS golf ball back in 2021 and the 2022 version was ‘designed for max distance in a fine-tuned lower spin profile.’ Is that what I saw in testing?

Well the ball speed was impressive as I saw a jump up when comparing it against the standard Chrome Soft. Then when hitting pitch and short game shots, I noticed a really good level of control along with a firmer feel which some players will like.

What cannot be denied is the LS is a great all-round golf ball - and there will be some players who will get the most out of it. But given how close the LS and the X are in performance, we recommend that if you are a faster swinging player looking for distance off the tee and control into the greens, you test the two side-by-side.

• Read our full Callaway Chrome Soft X LS 2022 Golf Ball review

Most durable

Used by the likes of Matt Kuchar and Jason Day, who games the ‘MindSet’ version, and even 15-time Major winner, Tiger Woods, the Tour B X golf ball features a new Reactiv X system that is designed to increase distance on tee shots and achieve more control on approaches.

In testing, the spin numbers were slightly lower across the board, but the important thing is that the ball remained playable whilst providing some real stability in both windy and still conditions. Distance-wise, there wasn't a drop off in performance and, when it comes to consistency, the Tour B X delivered impressively.

Along with the distance, the Tour B X was not too firm and not super soft, with it finding the middle ground well. At impact, there was a pleasing dull click and, although it's not full of spin, there is enough to provide great control on an array of surfaces. What's more, there is even another version called MindSet. A new concept to the market, it is a new logo that has been printed on the side of the ball, scientifically designed to help you separate analytical thoughts from athletic performance.

• Read our full Bridgestone 2024 Tour B X Golf Ball Review

How we test golf balls

The test team at Golf Monthly is highly experienced. All of them either play a lot of golf or have worked in the golf industry for many years. In many cases, it’s both! Some are more proficient at getting the ball out there off the tee; some excel playing into the greens; others have a sometimes irritating habit of getting up and down far too often around the greens; and others still are dab-hands with the flatstick.

We aim to test every ball model on the market as soon as it become available to us, putting in many hours out on the golf course, the practice ground, the short-game area and the putting green so we can get a feel for every ball's strengths and weaknesses from tee to green. Whenever possible, we will also seek to acquire launch monitor data for a more detailed analysis of each ball model's performance.

Factors to consider when buying golf balls

Durability

Sometimes cheaper balls don't last as long because they cut up, or the cover isn't of a high quality. If durability, and therefore value, is a key factor, stick to models with firmer, cut-resistant covers. If feel is more important, go for models with softer covers.

Long game or short game?

Do you want as much distance as possible from your golf ball or one that allows your short game to shine thanks to improved feel? If the former then check out our guide to the best distance golf balls. If short-game feel is your thing, check out our best soft feel golf balls guide.

Spin

Many balls now promise low spin off the driver and longer clubs, which, in conjunction with a high launch, will help some golfers generate more distance. But this can come at the expense of short-game spin and control, so you will typically need to find the best overall package that lets your play to your key strengths. A compromise may be required!

Color

Almost anything goes now when it comes to golf balls, with many models available in three or more colors, with 11 the widest color palette we’ve seen!

Bulk buying

Sometimes buying in bulk will get you an even better price, and this is particularly the case with the Vice Golf ball range. Committing to five dozen at a time brings the price per ball down by 30p a ball or 20%.

FAQs

We hope you enjoyed this guide on the best low spin golf balls, and for more buying advice in this regard, check out our guides on the best cheap golf balls, best winter golf balls, or the best golf balls for beginners.