The 2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe and the 2024 Vice Pro Air are both soft-feel, three-piece urethane golf balls. Both are built for players who want close to premium performance without the premium price tag. While both deliver impressive distance and feel, other things differ.
Have a look at how they compare head-to-head.
Comparison Overview
| Model | 2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe | 2024 Vice Pro Air |
| Compression | Mid, softer than tour balls | Mid (around 75) |
| Feel | Soft with solid feedback | Soft, muted feedback |
| Spin | Moderate greenside spin, consistent overall | Moderate spin, slightly less than Pro and Pro Plus |
| Trajectory | High and consistent | High flight |
| Distance | Strong for its class, long carry | Respectable, slightly shorter than firmer balls |
| Durability | Very good, light scuffs and minor paint wear | Good, minor marks after play |
| Ideal Golfer | Players who want soft feel and visible alignment feedback | Golfers seeking premium feel and strong value |
| Price | $45.99/dozen | $39.99/dozen (bulk discounts available) |
| Color Options | Neon yellow, blue, pink, multi-pack, plus white/yellow versions | White, Neon Lime, Neon Pink, Drip Red/Black, Drip Petrol Yellow, Neon Drip |
Who Is Each Ball Suited For?
2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe
- Golfers who enjoy alignment feedback and bold visuals on the green
- Players who want premium performance at mid-range pricing
- Mid-handicappers seeking distance, feel, and consistent trajectory
2024 Vice Pro Air
- Golfers who value soft feel and premium design at a budget-friendly price
- Players looking for strong distance with reliable control
- Golfers who enjoy vibrant color options and clean looks
Performance Comparison
Feel and Putter Feedback
- Tour Response Stripe: Soft and responsive with smooth roll and excellent alignment feedback from the 360° ClearPath stripe.
- Pro Air: Muted, soft feel with a quiet roll and less feedback on mis-hits.
EDGE: Tour Response Stripe — softer feel with superior putting alignment feedback.
Around the Green
- Tour Response Stripe: Solid spin and feedback once pace is adjusted; good rollout control.
- Pro Air: Fair spin and consistent feel, though slightly less stopping power.
EDGE: Tour Response Stripe — slightly more greenside spin and responsiveness.
Approach Shots
- Tour Response Stripe: High, consistent flight with strong distance and solid stopping power.
- Pro Air: High-flight, steady distance, and softer landing with limited feedback.
EDGE: Tour Response Stripe — longer carry and better feedback on full swings.
Durability
- Tour Response Stripe: Excellent for its class, with light marks and color wear after play.
- Pro Air: Durable for a cast urethane ball, showing only small scuffs.
EDGE: Tie — both durable and built to last multiple rounds.
Looks and Visibility
- Tour Response Stripe: Vibrant and bold with multiple color stripe options and top-tier visibility.
- Pro Air: Sleek, modern finish with a variety of bright Drip designs.
EDGE: Tie — Tour Response stands out for alignment, Vice leads for artistic design variety.
Not Sure Yet?
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