Until I started testing golf balls on a regular basis, I was unaware of how much they could impact your game. The ball you play with doesn’t just impact distance – you’ll find the biggest impact in the short game.
For senior women, this selection can be even more critical. As we age, factors like reduced swing speed, changes in flexibility, and a desire for less strain on the joints become prominent concerns in the game. Addressing these is key to maintaining enjoyment of the game and performance on the green.
So the goal of this article is to show you 7 of my top recommended balls for senior women, and help guide you into choosing which could be the perfect option for your golf game.
And if you just need a quick recommendation, here a side-by-side comparison of our top 3 choices:
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- Long distance off the tee
- Lots of greenside control
- Very responsive feel
- Softer feel off the face of the club may not be preferred
- Lower compression of 50
- Soft feel around the greens
- Large rubber core for more distance
- Fair pricing
- Not much greenside spin
- Bright yellow color for visibility
- 338 Speed dimple pattern for more penetrating ball flight
- Good greenside spin for a lower-priced golf ball
- Can feel a little too soft on the putting green
Why listen to us? Our team has tested and reviewed dozens and dozens of the top balls on the market (you can see those here). We keep detailed notes and findings about each one to come up with our list of recommendations for you.
1. Titleist TruFeel (Best Overall)
This ball is known for its ultra soft feel, superior distance, and excellent greenside control.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Long distance off the tee
- Lots of greenside control
- Very responsive feel
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- A softer feel off the face of the club may not be preferred
Price Range: $$
I love Titleist golf balls. Not because Titleist has anything to say about it, but more because I just play well with Titleists. The Titleist TruFeel is the best overall for senior women.
You won’t be disappointed by the feel of this ball, and the distance is almost surprising good. When I put the TruFeel in play, it’s truly (no pun intended) one of the longest balls I play with. Around the greens, it’s soft and responsive, and not necessarily high spin.
The lower compression of the TruFeel, combined with the overall quality and longevity, make this a perfect ball for senior women. If you’re tired of reading guides that recommend you order a pink lady ball, trust me and see what the TruFeel does for your game. I’m sure you’ll see some improvements.
2. Wilson Fifty Elite (Best Value)
Aggressive core is offset by a response cover creating a balance between explosive distance and a soft feel.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Lower compression of 50
- Soft feel around the greens
- Large rubber core for more distance
- Fair pricing
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- Not much greenside spin
Price Range: $
Most senior women need lower-compression balls. Luckily, this one in particular is often more fairly priced than high compression. While all of the options on my list are a good value, these Wilson Fifty Elite are the best overall value.
Wilson used an advanced rubber core to increase total distance without sacrificing greenside spin. The 50 compression on the Wilson Fifty Elite tends to be a good option for the slower swing speed woman golfer.
I won’t claim these are very high spinning, but they are soft enough to feel as though you can control it around the green. If you haven’t experimented with different balls for your game and want to try something different, the Wilson Fifty Elite is a great option to consider.
3. Srixon Soft Feel (Best for Visibility)
One of the more affordable, quality balls on the market. With a soft center that gradually transitions to a firm outer edge, the FastLayer Core offers incredible softness and great distance off the tee. The dimple pattern reduces drag at launch and increases lift during descent.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Bright yellow color for visibility
- Dimple pattern promotes for more penetrating ball flight
- Good greenside spin for a lower-priced option
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- It can feel a little too soft on the putting green
Price Range: $$
The Srixon Soft Feel is best for senior ladies looking for a highly visible ball. The Soft Feel has a soft and thin cover that makes it long off the tee and responsive around the greens.
When I try lower-compression balls, I often have difficulty getting any kind of spin around the greens. However, with the Soft Feel, I was able to stop approach shots from about 100 yards and in with relative ease.
Shorter shots will roll out on you a little, but you just have to be prepared for that with a two piece ball. I do think this is a straighter flying option – I did find the 338 Speed dimple pattern to improve overall stability in the air.
4. Callaway Supersoft MAX (Best for Slower Swing Speeds)
The Tri-Blend Ionomer Cover is specifically built to increase ball speed. This cover material also creates an impressive combination of high launch and low spin in your longer clubs.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Very fair pricing
- Low compression
- Long distance
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- A little more expensive than standard Supersoft balls
Price Range: $$
The Callaway Supersoft Max are a little larger looking than a standard ball. I love this option for the senior woman that’s worried about visibility and consistency in contact. The good news is the Supersoft Max is still a completely legal 2 piece ball.
Compression here is going to be low to encourage some extra distance for slower swing speed players. You’ll immediately notice the Triblend Ionomer cover is very soft. When it comes to greenside feel, the Supersoft Max is welcomingly soft and responsive.
The only problem I have with these is that they’re oversold as the best low-priced ball in the game. They’re good, but there are other great choices out there. I personally find the TruFeel to be a better all-around option for senior women.
5. Callaway Chrome Soft Triple Track (Best Greenside Performance)
Precision Technology golf balls offer the tightest dispersion, consistent speed, and optimal performance. Hyper Elastic SoftFast Core ensures tour-level speed, spin, and control. Tour Aero design ensures a consistent ball flight.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Impressive greenside spin
- Low spin off the tee
- Great feel on the putting green
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- Higher compression that’s difficult to compress
- Expensive pricing
Price Range: $$$
The Callaway Chrome Soft Triple Track is my top recommendation for greenside performance for senior women. If you feel like you have a hard time stopping a ball on the greens, or your short game needs a little help, this ball is a great choice.
The higher compression Chrome Soft does make this a little trickier for the slow swing speed woman. That means you won’t get your maximum distance out of this. However, the Chrome Soft does a great job for those shorter shots to stop in place and near the hole.
In addition, there is a Triple Track alignment pattern that helps with alignment on the putting greens. Callaway invested in these balls, and you can tell when you put them into play. If cost is not a concern, the Chrome Soft Triple Track won’t disappoint.
6. Maxfli SoftFli Matte – (Softest Feel)
Feature ultra-low compression for an exceptionally soft feel, a reformulated core for speed and low spin rate, a 332 dimple pattern for consistent flight, and a soft ionomer blend cover for excellent greenside spin and control.
What I Like About This Ball:
- 35 compression rating
- Faster ball speed
- Low spin off the tee
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- Soft Ionomer cover can be cut after a few rounds
- Even the matte coloring is a little bright compared to other models
Price Range: $$
I’ve tested some Maxfli’s recently and have been impressed with the quality they offer for the price. These Maxfli SoftFli Matte are some of the best in the game for soft feel.
If you find that a softer feel gives you more confidence and performance around the greens, the SoftFli is a great option to consider.
These do come in a few different color options, so you have choices when it comes to visibility.
One thing I think worth mentioning is that soft feel and spin are two different things. Soft feel allows you a bit more control around the greens, but the ball won’t necessarily spin back. My only real complaint with the SoftFli is that it doesn’t seem to hold up as well with the soft ionomer cover.
You can get a few rounds in, but it eventually starts to scratch and scuff.
7. Vice Pro Soft (Honorable Mention)
3 piece cast urethane cover. Low compression for extra-soft and responsive feel.
What I Like About This Ball:
- Fair pricing considering the technology
- 3 piece ball
- Lower compression
What I Dislike About This Ball:
- The cover is not all that durable
Price Range: $$
If you noticed, many of the balls I recommend for senior women golfers were two-piece balls that have tremendous distance capability.
The Vice Pro Soft is a 3 piece, so it does have a slightly higher compression, but the cover here is a cast urethane which is much more responsive around the greens.
The Vice Pro Soft almost feels a little sticky at impact, making it easier to control around the green. In addition, there are a few different matte finish options you can choose from to increase visibility.
I think the Vice Pro Soft makes a great choice for a lower handicap senior woman that is looking for a mix of performance and value. If you aren’t ready to go to a two piece distance ball, the Vice Pro Soft is a really good option.
Why Certain Balls Are Better Suited for Senior Women
I’m often asked if the exact ball you play with really matters.
The short answer is “yes”, and the good news is you don’t always need to spend more money to get a better ball for your game. I won’t tell you that the $50 a dozen options are all the perfect choice because they’re not!
Here are the things all senior women should be looking for when choosing a ball.
Lower compression
A ball with low compression makes it easier for slower-swing speed players to get more distance. If you think you have lost a few yards as you have gotten older, low compression is the way to go.
Playing with something that doesn’t match your swing speed can result in a distance loss of 10 or more yards.
Softer feel
Most lower-compression balls have a soft feel, which is a good thing. The downside is that most lower compression balls have low spin. You’ill need to use this softer feel to get the greenside performance you are looking for.
Plan to land some shots short of the pin and have the ball roll out a bit. On full swing approach shots, you should get more spin and the ability to stop the ball.
Visibility
Visibility is important not just when trying to find your shot, but also when lining up to hit. A bright color can increase focus and encourage your eyes to stay engaged throughout the entire swing.
I do prefer matte finish balls when looking at the different color options out there. There tends to be less glare with a matte finish.
Alignment Aids
Alignment aids can help for lining up your putt on the green, but they also help on tee shots. Take advantage of that line and ensure you line your clubface up with it.
Callaway offers the Triple Track alignment aid on a lot of their balls, and it’s a great thing for senior women that struggle with alignment. Hitting a great shot in the wrong direction because of poor alignment feels like such a waste of a swing!
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Brittany Olizarowicz
Britt O has been playing golf since the age of 7. Almost 30 years later, she still loves the game, has played competitively on every level, and spent a good portion of her life as a Class A PGA Professional. Britt currently resides in Savannah, GA, with her husband and two young children. Current Handicap: 1
I’ve been struggling to find the right golf balls for my mom after she hurt her back and needed something gentler on her joints. Your list of 7 best golf balls for senior women was incredibly helpful! I ended up getting her the Callaway Supersoft and she’s loved the reduced distance but increased accuracy. Thanks for the recommendation!