What are the different types of golf balls?

Golf has been a popular recreational sport for decades, and people continue to enjoy the game. As any avid golfer knows, the different types of golf balls you decide to use will affect your performance on the green. With so many options out there, it can be overwhelming to decide which ball is right for you. To make your decision easier, let's take a look at some of the different types of golf balls available.

#1 – Two-Piece Balls: Two-piece balls are the most basic type of golf ball, typically made from a hard Surlyn cover and a rubber core. They are known for their longevity and durability, making them one of the best value options out there. They also tend to provide a more consistent flight path and longer distances thanks to the larger size rubber core inside.

#2 – Three-Piece Balls: Three-piece balls are constructed with three layers – an inner core, a mid layer and an outer cover layer. These balls provide more control than two-piece balls due to their softer construction and better ability to spin during flight. However, they don't offer as much distance as two-piece models do.

#3 – Four-Piece Balls: Amongst enthusiasts, four-piece golf balls are becoming increasingly popular due to their increased performance in terms of spin, feel, distance and control compared to other offerings on the market. By adding an additional layer between the inner core and mid layer, these type of models provide more 'workability' thanks to being able to generate greater amounts of spin around obstacles both in the air and when approaching or leaving greenside bunkers.

#4 – Five-Piece Balls: The cream of the crop when it comes to performance golf ball technology is five-piece construction with multiple layers which include an inner core (or cores), dual mantle layers plus an outer cover layer that has been improved over time with proprietary synthetic Polyester materials known as Urethane created by elite brands such as Titleist ProV1 or TaylorMade TP5X pillared covers. With this kind of ball design you can expect maximum speed off the clubface while also achieving tour level control through improved spin rates as well as highly efficient energy transfer from inner core materials into increased distance even in varying weather conditions.