Want to get a great discussion going? Throw out the question “Are all golf balls the same?” at your next gathering, and be prepared for hopefully a healthy debate on the subject, all likely centering around the basic answer, “No, and here’s why not.”

Most serious golfers will have opinions, and cross your fingers that they’ll be more eager to educate rather than criticize. Golfers generally are a good lot, and most are more eager to offer pointers that can help people improve their game – and the choice of ball might end up playing a big part.

There are other factors that can affect your gameplay, of course, including your stance, your swing, and your choice of clubs. Conditions of the greens and even the temperature outside can all play a role in how far your ball goes when you hit it just right. (A warmer day can result in a little more distance for your shot.)

But the more you play, the more you’ll learn that the right ball can truly help your game, especially under certain conditions. Just ask Olympic gold medalist Xander Schauffele who attracted attention when he switched out his usual Callaway Chrome Soft X ball on the final hole at the 2021 games in favor of the Callaway Soft X LS that has been specifically designed to provide low spin and therefore better control. He went on to win.

Plenty of other golfers of all levels have their favorite brand of balls, but one that seems to stay pretty steady and consistent over the years is the Pinnacle, a type of ball owned by the Acushnet Holdings Corporation. (The company also owns Titleist, as well as other golf brands FootJoy, Vokey Design, and Scotty Cameron.)

Benefits of a Pinnacle Golf Ball

Many say the Pinnacle is the perfect ball for all types of course and play conditions, from practice rounds at the range to a fun, low-key round with friends to more competitive tournaments.

Pinnacle has a lower price point than some more premium balls, but also is made with decent quality. The soft-compression core ball heads the way you want it to, and is great whether you’re trying to cover long distances or short putts.

Quantity helps too – when new, they come in 15-ball sleeves, but usually at a similar price you’d pay for a smaller box of other balls. Used Pinnacle balls can also be found in higher quantities, including a 100 count Pinnacle mixed pack.

Pinnacle Golf Ball Types

Golfers can choose from two main types of Pinnacles.

The first option is the Pinnacle Rush, which has a high-energy core and a dimpled cover, and is recommended for those seeking greater distances. These balls are available in yellow or white.

The second is the Pinnacle Soft, which has a softer, low-compression core, and is recommended for those seeking more control, less spin, and longer play. These are available only in white.

In the past, Pinnacle also made a ball type called Pinnacle Gold but this type of ball is no longer available on the official Pinnacle site.