For a long time, I played almost exclusively with the Vice Pro Plus. I liked the feel, I trusted the performance around the greens and I was a fan of the price.
But with the release of the 2025 MyGolfSpy Golf Ball Test presented by UNRL, I was anxious to see the results of the Vice Pro Plus versus the Titleist Pro V1. The Pro V1 is the gold standard. It’s the control ball in every test we run and many golfers want to know if the Vice Pro Plus is a smart alternative or simply a compromise.
Me included.
The differences are subtle and which one is “right” depends far more on your game than the price or any marketing claims.
Off the tee
In the 2025 test, the Pro V1 was about one yard longer than the Vice Pro Plus at high and mid swing speeds. At slower swing speeds, the Vice Pro Plus was about four yards shorter. That’s hardly a noticeable gap.
The main separator off the tee is spin.
Vice Pro Plus spun about 100 rpm more across all swing speeds. That might sound insignificant but if you already struggle with ballooning drives, Pro V1 could help flatten things out. On the other hand, if your issue is getting enough spin to stay in the air, Vice Pro Plus can give you that little extra lift.
Irons
With irons in hand, the story is pretty much the same.
At high and mid swing speeds, the Pro V1 carried about one yard farther than the Vice Pro Plus. At slower speeds, though, the Vice Pro Plus actually stretched out about four yards more. That’s important because many slower swingers struggle to get enough distance and height with their irons.
When it comes to stopping power, though, the Pro V1’s slightly higher spin still gives it an edge. It tends to come into the green with a steeper descent angle which makes holding firm greens easier.
Wedges
Around the greens, both balls perform well but they show their personalities in different ways.
On a 35-yard wedge shot, the Vice Pro Plus actually spun more than the Pro V1 — 5,823 rpm versus 5,689. For those delicate half-shots where you want the ball to grab quickly, the Vice Pro Plus holds its own.
On a full wedge, the Pro V1 pulls away. It spun at 9,324 rpm compared to the Vice Pro Plus at 8,612. That extra spin can be the difference between a ball that hops and stops versus one that releases a few extra feet.
If your scoring depends on full-swing wedges holding the green, the Pro V1 still has the advantage.
Feel and construction
Vice Pro Plus is the firmest ball in the Vice lineup, with a 100 compression and a four-piece construction. It’s designed for higher spin and higher flight than the standard Vice Pro.
The Pro V1, by contrast, sits in that mid-compression, mid-spin sweet spot that makes it so universally playable. It’s softer off the face and, for many players, has that “classic” urethane feel.
Price
- Vice Pro Plus: $39.99/dozen. If you buy six dozen, the price drops to $34.99/dozen.
- Pro V1: $55/dozen and you won’t find multi-dozen discounts.
Over the course of a season, especially if you lose a few along the way, that difference adds up.
Final thoughts
So, is the Vice Pro Plus worth the savings?
The answer depends on your game:
- If you’re looking for maximum full-wedge spin and consistency, Pro V1 still has an edge.
- If you want to save money without giving up much off the tee or around the green, Vice Pro Plus is closer to Pro V1 than you might expect and in some scenarios (like partial wedges or slow-swing iron shots), it might even be the better fit.
For me, seeing the test results confirmed what I suspected while playing the Vice Pro Plus. It really does deliver high-level performance for less. For golfers who want premium play without the premium price, it’s an option worth serious consideration.
Dave
9 months ago
At the beginning of the year (at least for the past 4-5 years), Titleist has offered a buy 3 dozen get one free. That brings the cost down to $41.25/dozen.