Kirkland Signature V3 Golf Balls: Are They Better Than V2?

[@commonman317]

The Kirkland name seems to be gaining ground more and more with each product release. Once again, looks like so much fun testing on the indoor simulator.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Def a bit easier with how hot a summer we’ve had 🙌

[@susan6958]

Gabe is putting Kirkland on the map! 😊😊

[@davidconners]

Seems to me the V3 is slightly firmer with less spin, fits a lower HC, & should play more like the X line of most brands. I like that, my main gripe about the V2 was that it's too soft. Great video.

[@donniem6191]

I’m very excited for the driver and irons by Kirkland

[@ChiliDippaGolf]

Love playing with the Kirkland V2s. I had no idea that they came out with the V3. Sweet! Can't wait to try them out.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yeah, I think they are definitely an improvement. Let me know what you think of them man

[@markaochoa2017]

I love how the V3 keeps that spin on the lower side for max distance w/o too low of spin. Love how the spin is high on the irons for better stopping power.

[@capnhook33_]

Seen this a lot with all manufacturers. The most recent releases have balanced spin on the driver with spin on the wedge.

[@joshmarkham8158]

Thanks for doing this, I played v2 and spin my drives like crazy, I needed lower spin. Stayed away from k sig for that reason. However the v3 looks promising, I also can never pass up a good deal.

[@robyates136]

Matches what I've experienced already with these two balls (I have stock of the V2 as well as V3). Great for our rock hard Texas fairways where lower trajectory/spin makes for great dividends in distance. But as I think your data shows, they are a lot closer when it comes to shorter shots.

[@LetsPlayThru]

I need to get on some fairways like that the pad my driving stats 🤣

[@topgunbass]

You have to do a water balance test. I like the soft feel of v2. Haven't tried v3 yet. More spin might be better for slower speeds to get the ball up.

[@danieloathout6528]

Would be interesting to see ProV 1 numbers beside the two Kirkland balls

[@LetsPlayThru]

Great suggestion, def may need to do that

[@cuateyoyo]

Against the kirkland V3 is enough. V3 is way better than V2 at overall performance , At least in my experience.

[@cuateyoyo]

Btw, played before around 6 rounds with the V2. Now i have 4 rounds with the V3. Average of 119 mph with my driver btw.

[@davidcole2337]

Very good on Comparing balls. Personally like the feel of V2 but think the V3 Performance a little longer..

[@neilcaulfield7840]

Still waiting on seeing the V3, ball here in Scotland. My only problem with the V2 and even the Seed ball was durability. That was pretty much it especially hits from out the bunker. Given l pay £47.99 a dozen for Pro V1's, it is nice to see cheaper balls on the market. I can't really comment on North America, but golf is a dear sport to play here in the UK. DTC, clubs and balls look to be the way forward. Smashing video again, Gab 👍. Keep them coming.

[@LetsPlayThru]

I hope they get there soon Neil and you can save some £

[@gilleonard7378]

I just bought a box of the V3 balls. Will be putting in play this weekend. Did not like the ballooning of the V2 ball. So definitely intrigued.

[@Golf101inc]

Love the vid and the V3…haven’t gotten to run it through a sim yet so this was helpful.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Awesome, glad to hear it helps. Thank you.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

great review...i think i am gonna have to try these balls......cheers from Canada

[@LetsPlayThru]

Let me know if they have them up in Canada yet. I know the UK doesn’t have them just yet.

[@topgunbass]

​@LetsPlayThru I haven't seen them in cnd yet.

[@adamsartjourney]

The reason I kept the V2 out of the bag was its inconsistency around the greens and loss of distance off the tee. If they lowered the spin rate I could game the V3.

[@bradleystuart8608]

Just ordered the new neon yellow V3's this morning!

[@WesD85]

V3 seems to have gained yardage off the driver, which was what they were lacking with the V2. Now they've resolved this I'll be getting some!

[@EoinBrennan5]

Love the Channel! Will you compare the V3 Neon Yellow balls to the V3 white balls? The internal materials are different colors. Who knows maybe they perform differently? Thanks for the great videos!

[@LetsPlayThru]

I’m in the process of doing that as we’ll speak. If there’s anything interesting to report I’ll make a video for sure.

[@EoinBrennan5]

Love it! @@LetsPlayThru

[@LetsPlayThru]

Just did that for you. Check out the most recent vid.

[@treker34]

I used the V2 last year and V3 this year. The biggest difference I have noticed is that the cover is not as durable on the V3. I have noticed cracks appearing only after a few holes. I also think the cover is a bit more rough than the V2 ball. I still like them but prefer the V2 durability better.

[@nicholasthorstensen6213]

What irons are in the bag?

[@rogerrock2940]

Glad to see they were able to reduce the spin a bit have you found the V3's to be more durable? I know that's a complaint a lot of people had w/ the V2's

[@LetsPlayThru]

Absolutely more durable, big step up

[@robjung2018]

Great news. V2 scuffed like a toddler in daycare.

[@enzymatic1]

Main catch with the V3 is it feels like you're hitting a rock if you're used to hitting a softer ball. If you can get around that, its a great ball. They made them feel a lot firmer in order to make them more durable, since the durability of the V2 was awful.

[@LetsPlayThru]

💯

[@topgunbass]

Question is there any distinguishable markings that differentiate v2 and v3 balls?

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes check last weeks video where i have them side by side. It’s tough but there are a few signs.

[@vinnym5095]

Swing question, you have a great swing and I’m still trying to build a stock shot. Can you give me some advice on how you start your downswing?

[@dougb1063]

Along the lines of testing golf balls... I'd like to see how a "new" ball compares to the same make/model ball that has remained in the sleeve for 3 years.

[@Paul-lm5gv]

I've seen other reviews that say the V3 is a harder ball (higher compression). I LOVE the V2 bec. it's soft off the driver and with my lower swing speed at age 75, I like a softer ball. So V3 doesn't seem to be the ball for me!

[@mariofonseca9267]

Legit from what I see here!! Longer with the driver for sure, pretty even with the irons. Is the efficiency number with the wedge accurate Gabe? Or do you need to tell the simulator that you are hitting a wedge not a driver?

[@Sdemmy980]

The biggest difference I’ve noticed is I’m not ripping the v3’s up. The v2’s looked like they’ve been through war after 9 holes. I’d rip them up off a full wedge shot every time.

[@robertvandenheuvel9695]

Hey Gabe, great video! Just wondering how the kirkland V3 compares to the Pro V1 in terms of distance, dispersion and feel?

[@LetsPlayThru]

I haven’t put it up head to head just yet, but I need to do that

[@Trey43w753]

Thank you!

[@sfjeanfrancois]

Durability never an issue with me, I lose all these balls before they get damaged :p Will finish off the V2 until they run out.

[@LetsPlayThru]

I hear you. With so much water on the courses down here in FL, I’m usually using at least 2 a round.

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Watching this video I have a question: (both of us have the same wedge performances) but your driver and 7 irons distances are 30 yards longer. I going to have to get some swing lessons.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Hi John, I would say I just recently (as in the last 6 months) gained a full club. I’m going to have a video very soon detailing some ways to work on it.

[@loopba]

Its a Pro V1 with different stamp

[@nickmillar9651]

Have you or could you review the Pxg ball

[@LetsPlayThru]

Haven’t yet, but yes could do

[@nickmillar9651]

@@LetsPlayThru thank you

[@James_Vaughn]

Great comparison. From what you've shown here, and based on what I've seen in my own testing on an LM, I'd be willing to bet that the biggest change from V2 to V3 (apart from the more durable cover) is that the V3 balls are a bit higher compression. When I've tested any higher compression balls I get similar results--more ball speed and less spin with driver, and less ball speed with more spin off the irons due to not compressing it as much with the irons. The MGS ball tests show that same pattern also.

[@daveeastcott9323]

Generally, a high spin ball of the wedge/irons is a high spin ball off driver with very few exceptions. Generally, a softer ball is lower spinning off driver and wedges. The higher compression balls spin more. I.e. tour balls.

[@erwinbrown4949]

The original ball is my preference because prefer a higher ball flight.

[@rickhammel9541]

loosen up your wrists on your driver swing, you're trying to muscle the ball and really tight. Watch some Paul Wilson videos for some tips

[@lannyhiggs4216]

You didn’t hit your third 7 iron with the V3 clean at all and that’s why the averages were down. Should have. Replaced that shot in my opinion to make it a fair comparison

[@cleve0h]

Just happy Costco is disrupting the golf ball market. I feel either are great for the average guy. 3 balls lost in a round = 3$ for the K-Sig and 12$ for a PV1 (just had to do the math;)

[@LetsPlayThru]

Well said

[@IOJR17]

You showed total spin as the measurement which is incorrect. Backspin is what you should represent. Your side spin made the total spin more exaggerated imo.

[@aclevelandjr]

V3 off the tee and V2 for the third shot after the drop. Lol

[@chrisgilligan4968]

Stopped the video after you hit the 3rd V3 ball with driver. Why would you say "A little bit better there" for spin up around 2700 with driver? Driver spin around 2000-2200 is way better for distance than 2700.

[@saxmanryan1187]

When I found out how high of compression balls these are I stopped using them. I don’t get much club head speed, by choice. After changing to a low compression ball, Supersoft, I’ve noticed much better results. More distance and less spin on drives. They’re more expensive but I lose way less balls

[@ryanwolinsky8557]

You ain't guna hold any greens with those spin and descent angle numbers yo

[@jonnyappleseed5305]

First comment!

[@454budman]

wow man your the coolest

[@richardc6932]

Your testing of these two balls tells me that there isn’t any appreciable difference between the two. With the many variables in golf and a golfer’s swing on any given day it certainly wouldn’t make any difference for the average golfer’s score. I have been playing V2 since it came out and enjoy it. If I wanted to change balls, probably the Pro V1 x would be my choice. Price for them is crazy outrageous with little change in my score.

[@nickmillar9651]

The v2 was a terrible ball. My golf spy said if you want to beat your friends on weekend play , give them a Kirkland ball

[@golfcoursemanager33]

they aren't that bad.

[@sosu1122]

I dont support Chinese made golf balls. There are too many other made in the USA options that are just as good if not better.

[@brianwhitish5898]

The ones I got were made in Vietnam.

[@DrSlipperyFist]

Yea, Vietnam

[@king4brisbane]

​@@DrSlipperyFistsame thing right

[@DrSlipperyFist]

@@king4brisbane nah bro. Not at all

[@cameronclark1845]

I used them this year and they suck. Disappointing

[@Gatorgolfusa]

Kirkland will not disappoint the mere mortal golfer! 🐊🏌🦅🇺🇸⛳️❤️