Wilson

The Wilson Duo has been setting the standard for low-compression two-piece balls since it debuted in 2011. The latest model continues down that path with what the company claims is “the world’s softest golf ball”.

Though soft is terrific – and this ball is with a compression of 38 – no golfer is willing to sacrifice significant distance to enjoy a soft feel. Wilson understands this and set out to make a ball with increased velocity, too. The secret sauce is the presence of additional zinc pentachlorothio-phenol in the core. For those without a degree in chemistry, in layman’s terms using more of it in the core helps amplify the power of a player’s swing, especially for those swinging in the 90-miles-per-hour range or slower. No lessons required.