Description

What Is the Vice Pro Soft?

The Vice Pro Soft is a premium-tier, three-piece cast urethane-covered golf ball designed with a distinct soft feel in mind. This model targets players with medium to lower swing speeds, generally under 95 mph, seeking a balance of distance, feel, and affordability.

Construction & Technical Specs

3‑Piece Build with a High Energy Speed Core (HESC) for optimized energy transfer and distance.
Low Compression (~35–70), significantly softer than Vice’s Pro/Pro Plus models, making it ideal for players with slower swing speeds.
Cast Urethane Cover with a unique matte finish (embedded with silicate particles) that offers a soft feel, reduced glare, and sleek look.
336 or 318 Dimple Pattern engineered for stable, consistent ball flight and reduced dispersion.
Comes equipped with Vice’s S2TG (Stick‑2‑The‑Green) technology for enhanced greenside spin and control.

⛳ Performance Highlights

Distance & Ball Speed

Outpaces similar low‑compression models and rivals like the Titleist AVX, with reported carry distance gains of nearly 7 yards in tests.
Independent testing showed average driver ball speeds around 157 mph, with carry distances near 270 yds, slightly edging the Pro V1 in some metrics.

Feel & Short‑Game Control

Offers a notably soft, tactile feel—especially noticeable around greens and off the putter face.
Wedge spin and control are solid—comparable to premium balls—though not quite as tight as Pro/Pro Plus models. Still, its feel makes up much of the gap.

Suitability & Player Fit

Tailored for players with driver swing speeds under 95 mph, such as mid‑ to high‑handicappers or casual golfers.
Great for those prioritizing soft feel and forgiveness, offering a tour-level concept for non‑tour‑speed players.

Durability & Design Nuances

The matte coating is visually appealing and glare-reducing but may scuff more easily than glossy finishes.
Some users have noted occasional early cover wear, though many continue to get several rounds of use out of a ball under moderate play.

⭐ Summary Table

Feature	Specification / Insight
Construction	3‑piece, HESC core, cast urethane cover (matte)
Compression	Low (~35–70)
Feel	Exceptionally soft, ideal for wedge and putting feel
Performance	Strong distance and speed for low swing speeds
Spin	Good wedge/greenside spin, slightly less than Pro models
Target Player	Swing speeds < 95 mph; value-conscious, feel-driven golfers
Durability	Decent, but matte finish may show scuffs quicker
Value	High—tour-like quality at lower price compared to elite brands

What Players Are Saying

“If you like a soft ball that flies straight and long, I strongly feel you should give the Vice Pro Soft a try… better control of the slice… mid‑high trajectory… soft feel.”

“Vice makes a good ball at a good price… The paint comes off the ball when you hit a tree… cover does not hold up as long as a Pro V.”

Final Takeaway

The Vice Pro Soft delivers an exceptional blend of soft feel, solid distance, and short-game control tailored for golfers with slower swing speeds. It brings premium construction, spin technologies, and optimized aerodynamics into a more affordable, accessible package. While the matte coating may show wear earlier, many players find it a worthwhile trade-off for the performance and value it offers.

Want help comparing it to Vice’s other models—like the Pro, Pro Plus, or Drive—or exploring color variants like Hue tones or Drip patterns? Just say the word!