Pro V1 vs Pro V1x: Which Ball Fits Your Swing Speed?

Updated October 2026 for the 2025 Pro V1, Pro V1x and the 2026 Pro V1x Left Dash.

The short answer: The Pro V1 flies lower, feels softer and spins less on full shots. The Pro V1x flies higher, spins more with your irons and feels a little firmer. If your approach shots balloon or you play in the wind a lot, the Pro V1 is the better fit. If your irons come in flat and roll past the pin, go with the Pro V1x. Swing speed matters less than most golfers think. Flight, iron spin and feel should decide it.

Both balls cost about $78 a dozen new in Canada. Used Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls from GolfBalls.ca start around $24 a dozen for the 2025 models and $18 a dozen for mixed years.

Pro V1 vs Pro V1x at a glance

Used prices are Grade B, 1 dozen, as of October 2026. Titleist doesn’t publish compression numbers, so those figures come from independent testers.

How the 2025 Pro V1 and Pro V1x are built

The two balls look almost identical, but the inside of each one is built for a different flight.

Pro V1: three pieces, one core. The 2025 Pro V1 uses a new, faster high-gradient core wrapped in a high-flex casing layer and a cast urethane cover. A high-gradient core is soft at the centre and gets firmer toward the outside. That keeps driver spin low while still letting the cover grab the face on shorter shots. The 388-dimple pattern is designed for a penetrating, consistent flight.

Pro V1x: four pieces, two cores. The Pro V1x splits the core in two: a soft inner core inside a firmer outer core, then the same casing and urethane cover. The extra layer is what gives the ball more spin on full iron shots and its slightly firmer feel. It uses 348 dimples, and Titleist reworked their depth and edge angle for 2025 to keep the flight high but more stable.

What changed for 2025. Titleist’s goal for this generation was more ball speed without adding driver spin, plus more spin into and around the greens. Both models got the faster core. If you’re playing 2023 or 2024 Pro V1s, the 2024 models still perform very close to the 2025s and cost a little less used.

Driver: closer than you’d expect

Off the tee, the gap between these two balls is small for most golfers. Both are built for low driver spin, and both carry about the same distance at average swing speeds. The difference you’ll see is in the flight shape:

• Pro V1: Lower, more penetrating flight that tends to run out more after landing.
• Pro V1x: Higher launch and a higher peak, landing a bit steeper with less roll.

If you already hit the ball high with the driver, the Pro V1x can add height you don’t need. If you struggle to get the ball airborne, the Pro V1x helps carry, especially on soft fairways where roll is limited anyway.

Irons: where the real difference shows up

This is where you should make your decision. The Pro V1x spins noticeably more on full iron shots, so approaches come in higher, land steeper and stop faster. The Pro V1 spins less with irons and flies on a flatter line.

A simple way to tell which one you need:

• Your 7-iron balloons, gets knocked down by wind or spins back off the green: you have plenty of spin. Play the Pro V1.
• Your 7-iron lands and keeps rolling, or you can’t hold firm greens: you need more spin and height. Play the Pro V1x.

Titleist itself fits players “from the green back.” It starts with short game and approach shots, then checks that the driver is acceptable. That’s the right order for you too.

Short game and feel

Around the green, both balls deliver tour-level spin from the same urethane cover. Most golfers can’t tell them apart on chips and pitches by the numbers. What they notice is the feel:

• Pro V1: Softer. Many players say it feels like it stays on the face a moment longer.
• Pro V1x: Firmer, with a slightly clickier sound off the putter and wedges.

Feel doesn’t change performance, but it often settles the choice when everything else is close. If you love a soft putt and chip, you’ll likely prefer the Pro V1.

Which ball matches your swing speed?

Swing speed is the first thing most golfers ask about, so here’s an honest guide by driver speed. Treat it as a starting point and let your iron flight have the final say.

If you’re under 85 mph and want the softest option in the Titleist family, see our used Titleist AVX and Tour Soft golf balls. For newer golfers, our guide to the best used golf balls for beginners covers lower-priced picks.

Playing in Canadian conditions

Where and when you play changes the answer more than most guides admit:

• Wind: The Pro V1’s lower, penetrating flight holds its line better in wind. If you play exposed or coastal courses, it’s the safer choice.
• Soft, wet courses: Spring rounds and wet fairways reduce roll, so carry is what counts. The Pro V1x’s higher flight and steeper landing suit these conditions, especially over forced carries.
• Cold shoulder seasons: Every ball feels firmer and flies shorter in cold air. Golfers who play into October and November often find the softer Pro V1 feels better on cold mornings.

Pro V1x Left Dash and Pro V1 Left Dot

Titleist makes two specialist versions, marked by a small symbol to the left of the name.

Pro V1x Left Dash keeps a high, Pro V1x-style flight but has dramatically lower full-swing spin and the firmest feel in the family. Titleist launched an updated version at retail in January 2026. It’s built for fast swingers who generate too much spin with the regular Pro V1x. Titleist has said only around 6 to 8% of its ball fittings end in a Left Dash recommendation. We carry used Left Dash in 1 dozen, 50 packs and 100 packs.

Pro V1 Left Dot is a lower-flying, lower-spinning version of the Pro V1. It’s mostly a tour and custom-order ball, so it rarely shows up in retail or used stock.

Pro V1 vs Pro V1x vs AVX

AVX is Titleist’s third urethane ball, and it’s often compared to the Pro V family. It flies lower than the Pro V1, spins less on long shots and feels softer still. It’s a good fit for moderate swing speeds and golfers who want straight, low flight more than maximum greenside spin. If the Pro V1 feels too firm or spins too much for you, try a dozen of used AVX before you go back to a two-piece distance ball.

Shopping beyond Titleist? The TaylorMade TP5 and TP5x follow a similar soft-versus-firm split. The Srixon Z-Star XV is the closest Srixon match to the Pro V1x flight.

How to test both without spending $150

Buy a dozen of each and play them side by side over a few rounds. Hit the same 7-iron and wedge into a green with each ball, then chip and putt with both. Watch how far each one rolls after landing.

The cheapest way to test is the 72-piece Pro V1 and Pro V1x mix. It’s a mixed B/C grade bag, so sort the balls by side stamp and you have a few dozen of each to compare. If you’d rather pick a model year, start with a Grade B dozen of each:

• Pro V1 2025, 1 dozen and Pro V1x 2025, 1 dozen
• Pro V1 Mixed Years and Pro V1x Mixed Years, the lowest-priced way into either ball

The verdict

Choose the Pro V1 if you:

• Hit your irons high or with plenty of spin
• Play in wind or want a lower, penetrating flight
• Prefer a soft feel on chips and putts
• Swing your driver under 100 mph

Choose the Pro V1x if you:

• Need more height and stopping power on approach shots
• See your irons land and keep rolling
• Play soft courses with forced carries
• Like a firmer, clickier feel

Choose the Pro V1x Left Dash if you swing fast, love the Pro V1x flight, but spin the ball too much off the driver and long irons.

Shop used Pro V1 and Pro V1x

Prefer high-visibility yellow? We stock the Pro V1 2025 Yellow and Pro V1x 2025 Yellow. Every ball is graded Mint, Grade A or Grade B. Here’s how we grade. Shipping is free across Canada on orders over $99.99, and every 100 pack qualifies on its own.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Pro V1 and Pro V1x?

The Pro V1 is a three-piece ball with a single core, a softer feel and a lower, penetrating flight. The Pro V1x is a four-piece ball with a dual core, a firmer feel, a higher flight and more spin on full iron shots. Both have a urethane cover and similar short game spin.

Which spins less, the Pro V1 or Pro V1x?

The Pro V1 spins less on full swings, especially with irons. Both have low driver spin. If you want the lowest-spinning ball in the family, that’s the Pro V1x Left Dash.

What swing speed do you need for a Pro V1x?

There’s no minimum. Golfers at many swing speeds play the Pro V1x successfully. It suits players who need more height and iron spin, which often means faster swingers or anyone whose approaches land flat. Choose on flight and stopping power rather than swing speed alone.

Is the Pro V1 good for slow swing speeds?

Yes, it works well for many slower swingers thanks to its softer feel. Below about 85 mph, though, a lower-compression ball like the Titleist AVX or Tour Soft may give you similar distance for less money.

What is the difference between the Pro V1x and Pro V1x Left Dash?

The Left Dash has a similar high flight to the Pro V1x but much lower spin on full shots and a firmer feel. It’s designed for fast swingers who spin the regular Pro V1x too much.

Is the Pro V1x or AVX better?

They suit different players. The Pro V1x flies high with more spin and a firmer feel. The AVX flies low, spins less and feels softer. Players who want height and stopping power should choose the Pro V1x. Moderate swingers who want a straighter, lower flight should choose the AVX.

Are used Pro V1s as good as new?

Grade A and Mint used Pro V1s perform like new, and Grade B balls play the same with more cosmetic wear. We grade on looks only: balls that are cut, scuffed through the cover or out of round never make it into these grades. Read more on why buying used golf balls makes sense.

Is there a big difference between the 2024 and 2025 Pro V1?

Not much for most golfers. The 2025 model has a faster core and slightly more iron and wedge spin. The 2024 Pro V1 is still an excellent ball and usually costs a few dollars less used.