Seven Kirkland Signature golf balls compared on construction, cover material and the feel each version gives off the club.
Kirkland Signature does not make a wide range of golf balls. It makes one three piece urethane ball, currently in its third version, and everything on this page is that ball in a different version, a different color, a different pack size or a different condition. That is the actual buying decision, so this list is built around it rather than around invented differences between models that do not exist.
The best Kirkland golf balls: seven ways to buy them
The construction is the same across the whole range: a soft high elastic core for distance, a mantle that manages spin on iron and wedge shots, and a durable urethane cover for greenside control. Every ball here conforms with USGA and R and A rules, so all of them are legal in a counting round. The v3.0 listings give the dimple count as 338.
What changes from listing to listing is version, pack size, color and whether the balls are new or recycled. Kirkland sells new balls by the dozen and the two dozen box, while graded used packs run from 24 up to 72 balls and cost far less per ball. Recycled Kirkland balls are the cheapest urethane golf you can play, and the grade on the listing (mint, near mint) tells you how much cosmetic wear to expect.
- The current version, two dozen, newKirkland Signature v3.0 Performance Plus
- Cheapest single dozen of new ballsKirkland Signature v2.0, 12 count
- The only high visibility buildKirkland Signature v3.0 neon yellow
- Lowest price per ball in the listKirkland Signature 24 pack refurbished
| Pack | Version | Count | Condition | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkland Signature v3.0 Performance Plusbest overall | v3.0 | 24, two dozen | New | Playing the current Kirkland ball as intended |
| Kirkland Signature v2.0cheapest new dozen | v2.0 | 12, one dozen | New | Trying Kirkland without buying 24 balls |
| Kirkland Signature v3.0 neon yellowhigh visibility | v3.0 | 24, two boxes of 12 | New | Losing sight of a white ball against the sky |
| Kirkland Signature Performance Plusprevious generation | Performance Plus | 24, two dozen | New | Sticking with the ball you already know |
| Kirkland Signature 24 pack refurbishedcheapest per ball | Performance urethane | 24 | Used, free of cuts | The lowest price per urethane ball here |
| Kirkland Mix 50 pack near mintbulk mix | Mixed Kirkland models | 50 | Used, near mint | Stocking a bag for a season of casual golf |
| 72 Kirkland Performance Plus near mintlargest pack | Performance Plus | 72 | Used, near mint AAAA | Practice balls and water holes |
The seven Kirkland golf ball packs in detail
- Versionv3.0, the current Kirkland ball
- Construction3 piece, USGA certified
- Coresoft, high elastic core for distance
- Mantlesoft cover interaction to generate spin on iron and wedge shots
- Coverdurable urethane for spin and greenside control
- Pack24 balls, two dozen, white
Best for: Anyone who wants the current Kirkland ball in its standard form
This is the Kirkland ball as Kirkland currently sells it. Three piece construction, a soft high elastic core, a mantle layer tuned so that it interacts with the cover to produce spin on iron and wedge shots, and a urethane cover on the outside. That last part is the point: urethane is the cover material tour balls use, and for a long time it was not available anywhere near this price.
The v3.0 is the third generation of that ball. Kirkland states USGA certification on the listing, so nothing about it limits where you can play it. Two dozen is the standard box and the sensible purchase if you already know you get on with the ball. If you do not, start with the single dozen further down this list, because 24 balls of the wrong ball is 24 balls of the wrong ball.
Pros
- This is the newest version, so it is the ball Kirkland is actually making today
- Urethane cover at this price is the whole reason Kirkland has a following
- USGA certified, so it is legal in a handicap round and in competition
- A two dozen box is the normal Kirkland unit and works out cheaper per ball than the single dozen
Cons
- 24 balls is a real commitment if you have never played one
- White only in this listing, the yellow build is a separate pack
- Kirkland stock moves in waves and listings go in and out of availability
- Versionv2.0 three piece urethane cover
- Construction3 piece urethane cover golf ball
- Rulesconforms with USGA and R and A rules
- Usestated as suitable for recreational and competitive play
- Packone dozen, 12 count, white
Best for: A golfer who wants to find out what a Kirkland ball feels like before buying two dozen
The single dozen exists for exactly one reason: it lets you try the ball without buying 24 of them. Kirkland's listing describes it as a three piece urethane cover ball suitable for recreational and competitive play, and confirms it conforms with USGA and R and A rules.
Being v2.0 rather than v3.0 is worth knowing but not worth worrying about. Kirkland's generations are refinements of the same three piece urethane design rather than different balls, and plenty of golfers bought v2.0 by the case and stayed with it. What you pay for the convenience of a small pack is a higher price per ball than any other new listing here.
Pros
- A single dozen is the smallest new Kirkland pack sold, so the trial costs the least
- The v2.0 is the generation that built the ball's reputation and is still on sale
- Conforms with USGA and R and A rules, so it is not a practice only ball
- Same urethane cover story as the current version, at a lower total outlay
Cons
- It is the previous generation, not the ball Kirkland is currently promoting
- Per ball this is the most expensive way to buy new Kirkland
- Kirkland does not publish compression or spin numbers for either version
- Versionv3.0
- Construction3 piece urethane cover
- Colorneon yellow, visible on the fairway, in the rough and against the sky
- Pack24 balls in two boxes of 12
- Performancev3.0 construction, stated as improved feel, control and distance
Best for: Anyone who loses white balls in low sun, long rough or against a bright sky
This is the white v3.0 in the only other finish Kirkland makes. Same three piece construction, same urethane cover, same 24 ball count, delivered as two boxes of 12.
The case for it is practical rather than technical. A neon yellow ball is easier to track in flight and easier to find in rough or in the low sun of an early or late round, and a ball you find is worth more than a ball with slightly better spin numbers. Kirkland describes the v3.0 construction as improving feel, control and distance over the previous version. If you already play the white one and see it fine, there is no reason to switch.
Pros
- The only color option Kirkland offers, and it is the current version rather than an old one
- Neon yellow is genuinely easier to follow in flight, which saves strokes through lost balls alone
- Packed as two boxes of 12, so one box can stay in the garage
- Identical construction to the white v3.0, so nothing is traded away for the color
Cons
- It is the same ball as the white v3.0, so buy it for visibility, not for performance
- Costs slightly more than the equivalent white two dozen box
- Some golfers simply do not like looking at a yellow ball
- ModelThree Piece Golf Ball Performance Plus
- Construction3 piece urethane cover
- Rulesconforms with USGA and R and A rules
- Flightstated to deliver high velocity, controlled iron spin and consistent flight
- Usesuitable for recreational and competitive play
- Pack24 count
Best for: A golfer who already plays the Performance Plus and wants to keep playing the same ball
Performance Plus is the name Kirkland used for the three piece urethane ball before the version numbering took over, and this is a 24 count box of it. The listing gives the same claims that made the ball a phenomenon: high velocity, controlled iron spin, consistent flight, and a urethane cover, all conforming with USGA and R and A rules.
It is here because switching ball generations is a real annoyance for anyone who has learned their distances. If you have been playing Performance Plus and do not want to find out what the v3.0 does to your wedge yardages, buying the old one while it is still on the shelf is a reasonable move. The listing shows only a handful of boxes left, which is the usual pattern as a Kirkland generation runs out.
Pros
- Two dozen of the generation many golfers still prefer, in a single purchase
- Kirkland states high velocity with controlled iron spin, which is the balance a mid handicap wants
- Conforms with USGA and R and A rules
- Buying the ball you already know removes the guesswork of a version change
Cons
- Only a small number left at this listing, so availability is fragile
- Superseded by the v3.0, so this supply will not last indefinitely
- No published compression figure, as with every Kirkland listing
- Conditionused, free of cuts, may have slight scuffs, blemishes, minor discoloration and smudged print
- ModelKirkland Signature three piece urethane cover Performance ball
- Rulesconforms with USGA and R and A rules
- Pack24 balls
- Coverurethane, the same cover as the new packs
Best for: A golfer who wants urethane performance and does not care what the ball looks like
Refurbished Kirkland balls are the cheapest way to play a urethane ball, and this 24 pack is the cheapest entry on this page. Kirkland's own listing is blunt about what you get: used balls that are free of cuts but may carry slight scuffs, blemishes, minor discoloration and smudged print.
For most golf that is a fair trade. The cover material is the part that determines greenside spin, and it is still urethane. What a used ball has lost is cosmetic finish and some cover life, which matters far less than the twenty or thirty dollars you did not spend. These conform with USGA and R and A rules like every other ball here, so the saving costs you nothing in eligibility.
Pros
- The lowest price of any pack in this list, new or used, by a clear margin
- The cover is urethane, so short game performance is the same story as the new balls
- Free of cuts is the grading standard here, so nothing structurally damaged gets through
- Conforms with USGA and R and A rules, exactly like the new packs
Cons
- Cosmetic wear is explicit: scuffs, blemishes, discoloration and smudged print
- A used urethane cover has already lost some of its life to previous rounds
- You do not choose which Kirkland generation arrives in the box
- Conditionnear mint, similar to a ball played for a few holes, light blemishes or reduced luster possible
- Contentsmixed Kirkland Signature models
- Constructionmulti layer core with a urethane cover
- Aerodynamicsdimple design for a stable consistent trajectory
- Pack50 balls
- SellerLostGolfBalls graded recycled stock
Best for: A golfer who wants a season of Kirkland balls in one order and does not mind a mix of versions
This is a 50 ball value pack of graded Kirkland stock. The grade is near mint, which the seller defines as similar to a ball played for a few holes, with light blemishes or reduced luster possible and ball integrity and performance unaffected.
The catch and the point are the same thing: it is a mix. You get Kirkland Signature balls with the multi layer core and urethane cover the brand is known for, but not necessarily the same generation from one hole to the next. For a golfer whose main concern is having enough balls to get through a summer without flinching at a water carry, that is not a problem. For anyone charting wedge distances, buy new.
Pros
- Fifty balls in one purchase covers a whole season of casual golf
- Near mint is the top used grade, described as a ball played for a few holes
- Ball integrity and performance are stated to be unaffected by the grading process
- Recycling extends the usable life of balls that would otherwise be lost stock
Cons
- A mix of Kirkland models, so you cannot count on the same ball every hole
- Light blemishes and reduced luster are part of the grade
- Sold by LostGolfBalls rather than Kirkland, so the packaging is not the retail box
- Conditionnear mint, AAAA grade, recycled
- ModelKirkland Signature Performance Plus
- Corelarge soft core for maximum distance
- Outer corespeed boosting layer to maximize energy transfer
- Mantlefast mantle working with the cover for optimized spin
- Coversoft touch durable urethane for greenside control
- Pack72 balls, white
Best for: Someone stocking a practice bag or a bag for a course with a lot of water
If the appeal of Kirkland is playing a urethane ball for the price of a distance ball, this is that idea taken to its limit. Seventy two Performance Plus balls, graded near mint at AAAA, all the same model rather than a mix.
The listing spells out the construction properly: a large soft core for distance, a speed boosting outer core to maximize energy transfer, a fast mantle that works with the cover to optimize spin, and a soft touch durable urethane cover for greenside control. That is a four layer description of what Kirkland calls a three piece ball, and it explains why the ball punched above its price. AAAA sits a grade below mint, so these have been played and look it. For practice, for a course with water on half the holes, or for a golfer who simply loses balls, it is the best value on this page.
Pros
- 72 balls is the largest pack here and the cheapest way to hold a big supply
- All one model rather than a mix, so the ball does not change between holes
- The listing lays out the full four layer story, from the large soft core to the urethane cover
- AAAA near mint is a defined grade rather than an unspecified used condition
Cons
- AAAA is a step below the AAAAA mint grade, so expect visible wear
- Performance Plus is the previous generation, not the current v3.0
- 72 balls is more than most golfers get through in a season
Checklist: What Makes Great Kirkland Golf Balls
- Dimple Design: Seek golf balls with an optimized dimple pattern, such as the 338-dimple design found in Kirkland balls that promotes a stable and penetrating ball flight, cutting through air resistance effectively.
- Durability: Ensure the balls have a robust urethane cover, which not only provides a soft feel for better control around the greens but also offers increased longevity for the golf ball, surviving multiple rounds of play.
- Compliance: Verify that the golf balls adhere to USGA and R&A rules to ensure they are appropriate for competitive play, as well as suitable for the serious golfer's practice sessions.
- Feel and Control: Prioritize golf balls with a soft feel and responsive touch, particularly important for short-game precision, as a soft urethane cover can significantly enhance greenside control.
- Core Construction: Examine the ball’s core, opting for those with a highly elastic rubber core that provides both satisfying impact feedback and aids in achieving longer drives off the tee.
- Value: Look for golf balls that balance cost and quality. Kirkland balls are often praised for offering high-performance features without the premium price tag, making them a sound financial choice for a wide range of players.
FAQ
Do Kirkland golf balls offer good durability?
Yes, Kirkland golf balls have durable urethane covers that increase their lifespan for multiple rounds of play.
Are Kirkland golf balls suitable for competitive play?
Yes, Kirkland golf balls comply with USGA and R&A rules, making them suitable for both competitive and recreational play.
Can you achieve a soft feel and control with Kirkland golf balls?
Yes, Kirkland golf balls with soft urethane covers enhance greenside control and provide a soft, responsive touch for precision play.
