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The golf ball is the most important piece of equipment in your bag. It’s the only thing you use on every shot and our 2025 Ball Test presented by UNRL showed once again that the differences between golf balls are often bigger than the differences between clubs.
Srixon’s lineup can be confusing at first glance: four Z-STAR models plus the Q-STARs and the budget-friendly SOFT FEEL. That’s a lot of options. The good news is that our test results help sort them out.
Try to remember as you work through this that the key differences aren’t about your swing speed — they’re about spin, flight and how the ball behaves from tee to green.
Here’s what the data says about Srixon.
High-Speed testing (115 mph driver / 90 mph 7-iron)
In high-speed testing, Srixon balls split clearly by spin and flight.
The Z-STAR Diamond was among the very highest-spinning balls in the entire test. The XV combined firm speed with a higher flight window. The standard Z-STAR showed up as another spin-heavy option with a flatter iron trajectory. Srixon’s Q-STAR ULTISPEED provided distance in an ionomer package but couldn’t match the urethane models around the green.
- Z-STAR DIAMOND → One of the highest-spinning balls tested off driver and irons. It also produced 5,913 rpm on the wedge test, just behind the very top performers.
- Z-STAR XV → Firm and fast, finishing near the top for distance while maintaining a higher flight profile. At 5,837 rpm on wedges, it pairs distance with plenty of greenside control.
- Z-STAR → Another high-spin ball (driver + irons) but with a flatter iron flight. Wedge spin at 5,814 rpm puts it among the better short-game options.
- Q-STAR ULTISPEED → A low-spin, lower-flying ionomer model that still delivered strong distance. At 4,364 rpm on wedges, greenside control is limited compared to urethane Srixons.
Mid-speed testing (100 mph driver / 80 mph 7-iron)
At mid speeds, the Diamond and XV again proved standouts. The Diamond leaned into its higher-spin profile while the XV gave golfers one of the longest drivers in the category with added height.
The standard Z-STAR offered more spin with a flatter flight and the ULTISPEED provided speed and distance but flew among the lowest with irons.
- Z-STAR DIAMOND → Excellent driver distance with standout spin.
- Z-STAR XV → Among the longest in driver testing while maintaining higher launch.
- Z-STAR → Added spin across the bag with a flatter iron flight.
- Q-STAR ULTISPEED → Low-flying off irons and designed for distance.
Low-speed testing (85 mph driver / 65 mph 7-iron)
At lower speeds, the picture shifted.
The Q-STAR ULTISPEED surprised as one of the longest drivers but again lagged badly in wedge spin. The Diamond and standard Z-STAR gave up some distance but offered some of the highest spin rates with irons and wedges.
The XV stayed long and playable while the DIVIDE provided the highest driver flight of the Srixon lineup. The SOFT FEEL trailed in greenside spin but its simple, straight flight will still appeal to some.
- Q-STAR ULTISPEED → Among the longest off the driver at slow speeds, with a flatter trajectory. Lowest Srixon wedge spin (4,364 rpm) confirms it’s built for distance and value, not greenside control.
- Z-STAR DIAMOND → Offers both distance and the highest wedge spin of the Srixon family. A great pick for maximum stopping power.
- Z-STAR → Another spin-heavy urethane ball with flatter iron flight.
- Z-STAR XV → A firmer option with strong driver distance and solid short-game spin.
- Z-STAR DIVIDE → Very high driver flight and unique two-toned cover for visual feedback.
- SOFT FEEL → Low-spin ionomer ball that flew among the lowest; built for players prioritizing forgiveness and price.
Picks by performance goal
If you’re chasing a specific outcome—distance, spin or flight—here’s the Srixon to choose.
- Max Distance → Z-STAR XV (among the longest drivers in both high- and mid-speed testing). Firm, fast and designed to give up nothing off the tee.
- Low Spin (tee-to-green) → Q-STAR ULTISPEED (one of the lowest-spinning Srixons with 4,364 rpm on wedges). Built for straighter shots and distance but greenside spin is limited.
- High Greenside Spin → Z-STAR DIAMOND (highest wedge spin of the Srixon lineup at 5,913 rpm). If stopping power is your top priority, this is the ball.
- High Flight / Stopping Power → Z-STAR XV and Z-STAR DIVIDE. XV paired distance with a higher launch window while DIVIDE showed the very highest driver flight. Both give you the confidence to hold firm greens.
- Best All Around Value → Z-STAR (standard). Balanced spin, flatter iron trajectory and strong wedge numbers (5,814 rpm) make it a reliable option if you don’t want extremes. If price is the deciding factor, Q-STAR ULTISPEED gives you distance at the lowest cost.
Srixon ball comparison table
Here’s a more complete look as to how each of the Srixon golf balls performed in testing. Choose a golf ball that gives you what you need around the green and then work your way back towards the tee to match the height and spin profile your game needs.
| Ball Model | Spin Profile | Flight | Wedge Spin (rpm) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z-STAR DIAMOND | High | High | 5,913 | Spin & stopping power |
| Z-STAR XV | Mid-High | High | 5,837 | Distance + greenside control |
| Z-STAR | Mid-High | Mid-Low | 5,814 | Spin with flatter iron flight |
| Z-STAR DIVIDE | Mid-High | Very High | 5,818 | Visibility + high driver launch |
| Q-STAR ULTISPEED | Low | Low/Flat | 4,364 | Value + straighter distance |
| SOFT FEEL | Low | Low | 4,626 | Budget + simple flight |
Final thoughts
Srixon has built one of the strongest and most complete lineups in golf. From the high-spin control of the Z-STAR Diamond to the firm speed of the XV, the balanced profile of the Z-STAR and the value of the Q-STARs and SOFT FEEL, there’s a clear option for nearly every type of player. The 2025 Ball Test shows that spin, flight, and feel—not just swing speed—are what matter most.
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