This review concludes the 2024 Vice premium ball models reviews. I had a great time testing them and potentially found a couple of candidates to replace the 2024 Titleist AVX in my bag. For that matter, the 2024 Vice Pro Air is very similar to the AVX.

This new ball model sounds promising. I enjoyed testing the first two premium balls, and I was looking forward to testing this one. Enough with the intro, check below how my experience on the course actually was.

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On the Green

I’ll start with my putting performance, which was sub-par to put it nicely. One three-putt is bad enough, but five, that is five too many. However, this does not define the putting experience with this specific ball. The feel was consistently soft with a mellow sound. The combination of a mid compression rating plus a soft cover must have something to do with it.

I had a lot of long putts in the round. Now, this does not have to lead to three putts, but this time it did. Granted, most of those long putts ended close to the hole, but I left a few too short. The short ones were the issue that led to three-putts. I missed multiple ones within 4 feet of the hole.

Despite the overall outcome, I liked how the ball felt and rolled.

Around the Green

So, chipping was slightly better than putting, except on one hole when it was not. I liked the feel on every type of chip I played. I went for the bump-and-run on a few occasions as I usually do. Each time, the ball landed softly and released for a nice roll toward the hole.

It displayed a fair amount of greenside spin, but noticeably less than higher-compressed balls. Even so, I felt I could get it close to the hole each time, which gave me confidence.

Also, I have to mention the feedback. It was not as present as with the Pro and Pro Plus models, but it was decent. Mind you, this is a softer ball compared to the two, so it is all in line with that. All in all, a solid short-game performer.

Approach Shots

I review all the golf balls on a par 3 course; therefore, all the shots are approach shots. Since I touched upon feedback in the previous paragraph, I will start with it. The feedback was decent, as with chipping. On some shots, the feel was too soft, and the sound was too muted for more prominent feedback.

One important thing for this specific review was weather conditions. It was windy, almost as windy as it gets where I play. For that reason, I was keeping the flight trajectory low throughout the round. That being said, I did not see the natural ball flight trajectory. Additionally, this meant I had no issues manipulating the ball’s flight.

All that did not stop the ball from going a very respectable distance. On average, it was a bit shorter than the Pro Plus and Pro, but still good. Upon landing, the ball had good stopping power despite the lower flight. A decent amount of spin helped with that.

Unlike with the Pro Plus and Pro, I did not notice any clicky sound when striking it. This includes mis-hits. In the end, I enjoyed the experience.

Durability

Similar to the other two Vice premium ball models, this one displayed good durability. I might have noticed one or two more marks on it compared to the Pro Plus and Pro, but nothing prominent.

After testing all three Vice Pro ball models, I can say Vice engineers are doing a good job. Despite their softer cast urethane covers, they can endure hits well.

Appearance and Price

Once again, I will single out how much I like the Vice balls look. Going from their logo to the putting alignment, it all looks modern and clean. For my taste, the putting alignment could be a touch thicker, but that might alter the elegant look.

The price is the same as for the Pro Plus and Pro models. It starts at $39.99 per dozen balls, then lowers to $35.99 per 3 dozen and $32.99 per 6 dozen. Like the other two models, it comes in a variety of color options. It is available in white, neon lime, neon pink, drip red black, drip petrol yellow, and neon drip.

My Verdict

After playing the Pro Air, I came to a definitive conclusion that I prefer higher-compressed balls. By that, I mean something on the lines of the Titleist Pro V1 or the Vice Pro.

This is a great ball, just does not give me as much feedback as firmer ones. Also, I prefer balls with a naturally mid-flight trajectory and a touch more spin, exactly like the Titleist Pro V1 and Vice Pro.

Nonetheless, this is a great and affordable premium ball that will give you what you need. On top of that, there are so many color options that can add to the fun on the course.