If you’ve played golf for years you’ll likely remember the older balls, but perhaps with not much fondness. The balata cover may have been soft but it also generated high spin rates, especially off the tee and with the longer clubs in general. The loss of distance was compounded by durability. The alternative for less skilled golfers was a cut-resistant model, but these were akin to hitting a rock. Fortunately technology has come to our rescue and the best golf balls now use a multi-layer construction with dimple patterns designed for different results - and it's the high launch, low spin variety that we’re looking at in this guide.
Before we delve into our reviews of the best low spin balls that we’ve tested, it’s worth considering if they are right for your game. Every golfer will have an ideal launch and spin combination that best suits their swing speed. To find out what works you can try a number of models or you might even consider a golf ball fitting to help you find the right model for your game and swing.
In general, the low spin ball, whether it's one of the best premium golf balls or the best mid price golf balls, is a good fit for experienced golfers who are looking to optimize their flight and carry as well as those who generate too much spin resulting in a higher, weaker ball flight that typically comes up short. Low spin balls also have the effect of reducing sidespin as well as back spin so you might see a slightly straighter ball flight, too.
Naturally there’s a compromise with low spin golf balls around the greens and you’ll need to factor in how less spin will impact your short game.
The Quick List
The Left Dash Golf Ball is a premium ball that is a great offering for faster swingers of the golf club. This golf ball is ideal for those seeking distance at the risk of a slight loss of feel around the greens.
There are genuine, tangible improvements in this ball from the previous iteration. TaylorMade has achieved an increase in speed throughout the bag while somehow providing a softer feel and maintaining spin characteristics.
The Titleist AVX remains a really solid option for those looking for low spin in their long game, whilst maintaining a premium feel. This is a ball that offers notable performance, as well as great value for money.
The Diamond version of the Srixon Z-Star might be the cream of the crop, delivering fast ball speed and a penetrating ball flight, but controlled spin numbers whilst providing a soft feel throughout the golf bag.
The Mizuno Pro S ball delivers on its promise of providing low spin and a more penetrating flight. For certain player types, it will compete with any other suitable ball the market.
A strong offering from Bridgestone. For a ball designed with distance in mind, it has a relatively soft feel and decent levels of greenside spin. Higher speed players will enjoy the stability of flight and strong distance output.
Best Low Spin Golf Balls
Top pick
Once only available to tour pros, the Pro V1x Left Dash can now be played by anyone.
To generate high ball speeds and low spin rates, Titleist has equipped the ball with a large dual core. Certainly during our testing this appeared to be effective, with the Left Dash model producing more speed and spin than another the Titleist Pro V1x, resulting in seven additional yards in carry off the tee. The same was true with the irons, with the ball feeling noticeably fast off the face.
There is perhaps a downside to this speed, however. The Left Dash delivers a ‘clicky’ feel and sound off the face compared to the Pro V1x. It also feels firmer around the greens, releasing more as a result. The same is true with the putter and it took a while to find our pace on the greens. If you’ve played either the TaylorMade TP5x and the Srixon Z-Star XV, then the firmer, low spin attributes of both these balls is replicated in the Left Dash.
Overall, the Pro V1x Left Dash achieves its aims of delivering more speed, less spin and, for us at least, a few extra yards as a result. If you’re a high speed player looking to reduce the amount of spin you produce then it could be a good match. Similarly, if you play a lot of your golf in windy conditions then its low spinning flight should work well. However, if you play on firm and fast courses then a softer ball with higher spin rates, such as the Pro V1x, is probably a better match.
- Read our full Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash 2025 Golf Ball Review
Best in the wind
The updated TP5x has found its way into the bag of many of TaylorMade’s highest profile players, including Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda. That’s high praise, indeed. But is it right for your game?
Certainly during our testing we were impressed with the improvements compared to the previous model. The new Speed Wrapped Core is designed as a lower density acoustic material and it resulted in a noticeably softer sound at impact; TaylorMade says this has allowed them to make the ball harder and faster without it negatively impacting the ball’s sound and feel. This is combined with a three-layer Surlyn material and a urethane cover.
While the more muted sound was a bonus, it was the improvement in ball speed over the previous model that really caught our attention. We saw a 3mph increase with the driver and an average of 1.5mph more speed with the irons. In short, if extra distance is your goal then the TP5x shouldn’t disappoint.
- Read our full TaylorMade TP5x ball review
Lowest spinning
The AVX has been around for a while and garners attention thanks to its slightly lower price tag when compared to the brand’s Pro V1 offerings. The latest version has been updated to feature a high speed core, a thinner, more flexible casing and a softer urethane cover. But how does it perform?
From a distance perspective, the AVX is impressive. We saw a penetrating ball flight with bags of carry. In calm conditions it was a match off the tee for the pricer Pro V1x. But when the wind got up its low spin credentials really came to the fore, delivering plenty of distance thanks to the aforementioned ball flight.
On approach spots and around the greens its firmer nature makes it a little jumpier compared to a softer ball, such as the Pro V1x. Low spin spin balls can be compromised here and we saw more run out on our chips and pitches. That said, the feel and sound aren’t overtly ‘clicky’, which can be the case with balls in this category, and we liked the alignment line featured on either side of the ball.
In short, the AVX is a solid low spin offering and a good fit for those who play plenty of golf in windy conditions as well as golfers who find themselves faced with soft greens, where added release is a help, not a hindrance.
- 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
Mizuno is probably best known for its buttery soft forged irons but along with making drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and wedges, it also produces golf balls. And new for 2025 are the Pro X and Pro S model, with the latter being the low spin option.
Unlike some low spinning balls, the Pro S is noticeably soft, more so than its Pro X sibling. On approach shots and around the greens this meant less audible feedback than you might be used to. Whether this is a positive or a negative is likely down to your preference when it comes to sound and feel. If you like a ‘click’ off the face, you might be a little disappointed. That said, it proved pretty response, with the spin kicking in on the second and third bounce
With full shots we saw a nice, flat trajectory throughout the bag, but most noticeable with the driver, where it bore through the air. This is the ball’s strong suit, making it a good fit for those who suffer from too much spin and as a result a ballooning ball flight that costs them distance. While the Pro X has a broader appeal, Mizuno has been wise to offer a clear alternative in the shape of the Pro S.
- Read our full Mizuno Pro S 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
Should I play a low spin golf ball?
This will depend on the state of your golf game. Low spin golf balls are aimed at both good golfers looking to optimise 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. As a result, you need to be aware of your numbers, ball flight and where you tend to miss. 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.
However low spin golf balls can have a detrimental impact on the scoring shots because obviously, less spin is created. Therefore it is worth considering the trade-off here and whether your game will best suit a low spin ball. To find out, we would recommend getting a proper golf ball fitting.
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.
