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Stay Away From This Golf Ball!

The Costco golf ball is not worth your money. Honestly, I hate to be the one to tell you this, but your membership is probably better used on a rental car discount, a couple gallons of Mayo, or even their four pack of gloves. After we ran these through our quality ball lab, the KSig scored a whopping 45 out of a hundred on the chart.

That’s the third lowest scoring ball in all of MyGolfSpy history. And we’ve been at this for a while. Compression scored 93 out of a hundred on the scale. Which is actually a little bit firmer than your regular Pro V1. And not to mention The Kirkland Signature golf ball, it’s one of the spinniest balls, yes that’s a word, that we’ve ever tested. And I mean ever.

Look, I totally get it. You’re on the hunt for a deal. I would be too. But it’s hard for me to recommend the Kirkland ball to really anybody, scoring 45 out of 100 on the scale. So if you want to avoid losing anywhere from 6 to 10 strokes on your game, or, who knows, possibly slicing the s*** out of the ball, I’d avoid the Kirkland altogether.

Read the full report on the Kirkland Signature golf ball.

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      Bob

      2 days ago

      You can be a high handicapper or a scratch golfer. If you know how to make good contact, you can tell the difference between the balls.

      Reply

      Leo

      3 days ago

      I played the proV1 pretty much all my life (over 25 years playing) and recently switched to the vice pro. I bought the double pack from Costco and can attest they have no durability. My sm9s instantly ripped the cover as well as some harder packed sand. Green side spin is good and feel soft off the putter face and wedge chips and pitches. A big downside for me was the driver spin. I only play them on the wee links with my kids where the longest hole is 118.

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      scott

      3 days ago

      Losing 6 to 10 strokes around playing a Kirkland sounds a little high. I doubt if those same players use a ProV their scores would be lower. I get your point that the Kirkland isn’t the best bang for the buck on the market. I work in the pro shop. When golfers ask which ball they should play I tell them buy the Noodle, Supersoft or Pinnacle ( 18 in a box ). The chances are they’ll lose three sleeves in 18 holes.

      Reply

      Duffer1

      3 days ago

      Tried KLand balls a couple times. A full club or two shorter than other balls. Great on greens, but unless you’re in a par-3 contest with every hole <120 yards, your game will appreciate another ball.

      Also: Whether your experience agrees or not, a very rare and appreciated honest review.

      Reply

      William

      17 hours ago

      I’ve played this ball just to try it and it’s terrible. Even on my best drives this brick is 10 to 15 yards shorter than normal. “IF” you hit it perfect, it does have crazy spin on the green, but terrible if you mishit it…8 handicaper

      Reply

      Geo

      3 days ago

      That would be Nitro you should say than Kirkland balls. Been popular since all reviewed this ball

      Reply

      Tim Evans

      3 days ago

      I played them for a while and found the covers too scruffy. A trap or even a spinning wedge took the ball out of play. So if you’re chucking 4 balls a round into the shag bag where’s the value? They are shorter too. I’m
      Playing Maxfli Tours now. Love them.

      Reply

      Wrench222

      3 days ago

      I play them and love them. I’m getting 280 off the tee and I’m 60 years old! I call B.S.!!!

      Reply

      Brian

      3 days ago

      There is a lot that goes into each shot. Swing, how the ball lays, clubs, course conditions, atmospheric conditions. That said, a different ball may be needed for longer par holes from tee to green.

      Reply

      tom

      3 days ago

      because they were sue by tiltest
      so they have to do someth9ng like this

      Reply

      Nick Elderkin

      3 days ago

      I have tried Kirkland and found them to be plenty long enough, not sure about 280 yards but I agree with Tim, the do scuff alot easier than other balls.

      Reply

      Rick

      2 days ago

      I have been using the yellow Kirkland for several months and can’ t complain. I’m a 10HCP and have used all the top balls in the market and can’t really say they produce any huge advantage over the Kirkland. I can’t justify paying $25 extra for just 12 Prov1s.

      Reply

      Joe

      4 days ago

      I think you people need to read your report on this ball from September 29, 2023. The high spin rate was addressed but no other pertinent factors.

      Reply

      Mark

      4 days ago

      Kirkland balls are super great balls! I tried proV’s and they are spiny golf balls and lose them all the time! Not worth the money. Did this guys ever used Kirkland on the course and try them out? Probably not. Dumb article.

      Reply

      Joey K

      4 days ago

      I’m a 9 to 14 index as my game goes through waves. I absolutely love how these comment are coming from people who think a ball matters to their game. PLEASE!

      Reply

      Gregg Ehrgood

      3 days ago

      Ya,can’t keep one long enough to see if that’s the ball for me. I always say Ican’t afford a phycologist and I can’t get a gallery to help keep’em in bounds

      Reply

      Mr bill

      3 days ago

      Correct. I play with a group who is very picky about their golf balls, have to be new, soft, etc. week over week I beat them in score with old golf balls. Recently just used a top flite xl 2000 hard as glass beat them by 5 strokes and I’m not the longest hitter. I do this every week, they can’t believe the golf balls I use. I tell them man it’s not the ball, your game sucks.

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      Daniel

      3 days ago

      Me too!! I use old school wilson staff titanium. Just shot 76 today. Actually ladt 4 rounds 76 with my old ball.

      Paul I

      4 days ago

      I used to use Kirkland balls until my game got inconsistent. After reading the ball test on MGS, I switched to Maxfli Tour and couldn’t be happier with the results. Costco should take the results and use the data to improve their product. Maxfli is a great ball at a reasonable price. If they can do it Costco surely can.

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      JL

      4 days ago

      A spinnier ball does NOT mean it slices more. It should actually be straighter. Remember, backspin is increased as well as sidespin. The same logic that means it’s harder to hit a big slice with a wedge than a 3-iron.

      Reply

      Texas Mids

      4 days ago

      And what about the yellow ones?
      Different factory and feels different off the clubs.
      Would like to see what your tests show.

      Reply

      Tom Aguirre

      4 days ago

      A couple of years ago, had an eagle during my round two days in a row, something I’ve never done…with Kirkland golf balls.

      Reply

      Lyle Lingenfelter

      4 days ago

      I like spinny. Is it high spinny off the irons and wedges too?

      Reply

      Gil Bloomer

      4 days ago

      I can’t help but smell a lawsuit coming from Costco. The ball does not perform well at all but Costco can’t be happy with this article.

      Reply

      JL

      4 days ago

      Yes, there’s some good information in the article, but “losing anywhere from 6 to 10 strokes” is incredibly exaggerated. I’ve played the Kirkland balls, they work just fine, even if the consistency isn’t as good as premium balls.

      Reply

      Ron Miller

      4 days ago

      Only Titlist, Callaway, Bridgestone, Srixon, and Taylor made it. All others are Questionable! If the Pros don’t use them why would you accept for COST?

      Reply

      Sang Seok Yoon

      3 days ago

      Is it for current generation Kirkland balls or all of them from the production beginning. Thanks.

      Reply

      Bob

      2 days ago

      Because I am not a pro and the Pro’s are endorsed by them.

      Reply

      Stanley scott

      4 days ago

      Nobody commenting here unless you are a single digit golfer needs to be hitting brand new balls in my humble opinion. With that said I have hit all types of new balls and used balls. Shooting 89 to 95 is the same score on my home course with new or used. The biggest factor in lowering your score with any ball is playing from the correct tees. I just don’t think I am good enough to see the difference or maybe even understand the difference. Not trying to get replys just observation on my part. Probably a great article for some golfers.

      Reply

      Greg R

      4 days ago

      Hi Connor,
      I was happy to get the MGS ball test data on the new Kirkland before I went out and bought any just to save a penny at Costco here in Japan with my 13.6 handicap and mid range club speed.
      But maybe you or readers can help me (I emailed Tony, but have not heard back)… I have been playing the Titleist Tour Soft ball from their online ball selector – again to save a few $$ on lost Pro V1s! But the two previous versions of Titleist Tour Soft series balls in your data had compression in the mid 60s and the newest version came out at mid 80s. Although I may not be 100% on determining a solid strike or the amount of wind, playing the new version on a 160 yard Par 3 over a big gully I was shocked when both of my tee shots fell short – even the second one that felt well struck after clubbing up. Should I be concerned about this change in compression and try to stock up on the older version as best as I can (also $5-6 cheaper) ? Or will I probably not notice much difference in the long run? Please advise? Thanks!

      Reply

      Kevin C

      4 days ago

      I always found the Kirkland 3 piece ball to be noticeably shorter hitting off the driver for me. I love the price, but I’m not a big hitter and can’t give up that much yardage. I’m always able to find good deals on other balls with a urethane cover that work well enough for me like Maxfli.

      Reply

      Roscoe

      4 days ago

      Maxfli is the shit! awesome value.

      Reply

      Mr bill

      3 days ago

      I hate Kirkland golf balls because there is a noticeable difference in distance, but if I have them, use em to lose em. I still beat my playing partners by several strokes shooting low to mid 80s.

      Reply

      Steve c

      4 days ago

      I like the Kirkland golf balls, not as much distance as the chrome soft, but a whole lot more forgiving.

      Reply

      Tom S

      4 days ago

      There’s an old saying. Some say it goes back to before the turn of the last century: “You get what you pay for.”

      Reply

      Mike

      4 days ago

      I read the MGS review a while back how this ball is incredibly spinny. That’s not what I’m looking for. You can find plenty of good deals on mint condition Pro v1’s, tp5’s etc. Remember, as soon as you hit that brand new ball off the 1st tee, it’s not new anymore. So why waste the money on new balls?

      Reply

      Ron

      4 days ago

      The big problem with Kirkland golf balls for me is that they change from year to year. I’m not talking about the evolutionary improvements the big name manufacturers incorporate into their lines. I’m talking about a completely different construction and/or manufacturer from year to year. It’s not worth it to me to deal with that kind of change, even for the bargain price.

      If you don’t notice the differences, by all means play them. There is a place for balls like the Kirkland Signatures. It’s just not in my bag.

      Reply

      Rich

      4 days ago

      No one likes clickbait titles.

      Reply

      Flsw19

      4 days ago

      I agree with you Jeff – it is not even the worst ball tested. While I don’t play the Kirkland, many do and are perfectly satisfied with the results. Many people still play Topflites, Nitro etc.

      Reply

      Jeff

      4 days ago

      I’ve been using kirkland golf balls for a couple of years now and haven’t seen what the test suggests. My backup is a prov1 and don’t see much difference.

      Reply

      Sandy

      3 days ago

      Jeff, if you can’t tell any difference between the Kirkland and the Pro V1, I feel sorry for you. But, by all means play the Kirkland, your game deserves it.

      Reply

      Scottie

      3 days ago

      I’m sure Sandy see the distance in the ProV1 as it’s going further OB or on the 3rd or 4th putt

      Ed

      3 days ago

      I’ll play you with an old beat up Kirkland and kick your rear. It’s not so much the ball but the one swinging the club.

      Harry Daniel

      4 days ago

      picked one up out of the woods the other day, sliced it right back in on the next shot.

      Reply

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