Let me start by telling you I do not remember much from the last time I tested this ball. Back in 2023, when the previous model came out, it just did not leave a big impression. Ok, that does not mean it was a bad-performing ball. On the contrary, it was a very solid ball. Therefore, this year I am trying to remember it by something specific. So, the Callaway ERC Soft golf ball review should bring you something more.

So far, the expectations are growing as I read more and more about the features and benefits on the official web page. This ball is mostly known for the advanced alignment from Triple Track Technology. It pairs up well with any of the Odyssey Triple Track putters. Even if you do not own an Odyssey putter, the alignment should help with the setup on the green. Moving on.

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On the Green

All right, I will start with the feel. It was somewhere between soft and hard, so let’s say mild. Therefore, it is exactly where it should be, considering where it falls with its compression rating.

I took advantage of the putting alignment, which I enjoyed more than I thought I would. It can also give you nice feedback on putts since it is very visible while the ball is rolling.

When it comes to my putting performance, it was just ok. I had multiple long putts, and more often than not, the ball went 4-5 feet past the hole. Not to mention a couple of three-putts and one short miss. But that is golf, and I love it for what it is.

Around the Green

The ball surprised me with a bit more greenside spin than I anticipated. I won’t blame my performance on the ball, but that might be the reason I kept leaving chips short. Now, it was still not a great amount of spin, but it was enough to offer decent control.

I chipped a fair number of times, which allowed me to try different types of shots. My go-to bump-and-runs worked fairly fine, which is important for my style of play. A couple of times, I chipped on a mid and higher trajectory. Both times, the ball landed softly on the green and rolled less than expected.

Overall, it felt soft every time I chipped. I can say there was some improvement compared to the 2023 model. Bottom line, it surprised me in a good way.

Approach Shots

I review golf balls on a par 3 course, so each shot is an approach shot. The first thing I noticed was a popping sound on a lot of shots. Plus, on a few occasions, the ball produced a sound I would categorize between muted and clicky.

The feel was not as soft as I thought it was going to be. That being said, it was not firm either. In fact, I liked it, since it gave me decent feedback. Granted, it was not like playing a firmer ball like the Titleist Pro V1x or Vice Pro Plus, but good enough.

On average, the flight trajectory was higher with a straighter flight. The steeper descending angle combined with a decent spin helped the ball hold the greens. Again, it produced a bit more spin than I anticipated on approach shots.

Finally, the distance was very good. I had no issue reaching my numbers. For that matter, I managed to overshoot the green a few times. Ok, this was partially the ball’s fault; it was mostly me misjudging the distance.

Honestly, I enjoyed striking the ERC Soft way more than I thought I would. Unlike the previous model I reviewed, I will remember this one for sure.

Durability

So, one of the reasons I review balls on par 3 courses is to make sure I finish the round with the same ball for durability purposes. Well, this time all was going smoothly, until it wasn’t. On the 15th hole, I lost the ball. Therefore, I played another whole round with a new ball to test the durability.

In the second round, which I finished with the same ball, it showed a decent durability level. There was only one visible scuff on it, probably from my shot that hit a tree. Besides that, no other marks were concerning. I give it a very good durability mark.

Appearance and Price

For some reason, I minded way more how the ERC Soft looked in the past. Now, I am more neutral toward its looks. Is it still a bit busy? Sure, there is a lot of writing along with the Triple Track putting alignment. However, now I somehow like that putting alignment more than in the past.

Callaway did a slight tweak to the design by adding pointy edges to the middle red line. It looks nice, especially if you pair it with an Odyssey Triple Track putter.

At $39.99 per dozen balls, it is not the cheapest option out there. Nonetheless, you are getting a very solid-performing ball for less money compared to the premium models. There are a lot of competitors in this tier, and it will come down to what you need and personal preference. It is available in white and yellow colors. Plus, there are a couple of ERC Soft Turvis variations and the ERC Soft 360 Fade.

My Verdict

Since I played two (almost) rounds with the ERC soft, I hit it a lot of times. Did I enjoy it? I did. It is a quality ball that will give you a consistent performance. However, it would not make it into my bag, because it does not fit the profile of the ball I look for.

As of recent, I prefer firmer balls with more feedback and more spin, to name a couple of characteristics. All in all, I ma sure a lot of golfers will like this one. Also, the Triple Track technology adds to the unique look of a very solid product. Thumbs up for the 2025 ERC Soft.