Callaway ERC Soft 2025: Ball Test Data

Check out the launch monitor averages from our test of the 2025 Callaway ERC Soft golf ball

By
, GolfLink Senior Editor
Updated January 14, 2026
Callaway ERC Soft during GolfLink standardized golf ball testing

Callaway ERC Soft during GolfLink standardized golf ball testing

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    Callaway ERC Soft during GolfLink standardized golf ball testing
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    Nick Heidelberger

We tested the 2025 Callaway ERC Soft under our standardized golf ball testing protocol. Here are the averaged launch monitor results from our test. All testing was conducted using our published golf ball testing methodology and reflects controlled human testing.

Test Setup Overview

  • Launch Monitor: SkyTrak ST Max
  • Ball Tested: 2025 Callaway ERC Soft
  • Testing Method: Human testing within defined swing speed and impact bands
  • Shots Recorded: 12 qualifying shots per club (best 8 used for averages)
  • Environment: Indoor

Learn more about How We Test Golf Balls and see the list of every golf ball we’ve tested.

Driver Results

Ball Speed (MPH) 136.5
Launch Angle (Deg.) 16.6
Backspin (RPM) 2256
Apex (Yds) 27.0
Carry Distance (Yds) 227.9
Total Distance (Yds) 247.6
Offline (Yds) 9.9
Sidespin (RPM) 322.5
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7-Iron Results

Ball Speed (MPH) 112.0
Launch Angle (Deg.) 20.3
Backspin (RPM) 4395
Apex (Yds) 26.3
Descent Angle (Deg.) 43.4
Roll Out (Yds) 8.9
Total Distance (Yds) 173.4
Offline (Yds) 6.4
Sidespin (RPM) 175.2

50-Yard Shot Results

Launch Angle (Deg.) 35.9
Backspin (RPM) 6473
Apex (Yds) 9.6
Carry Distance (Yds) 45.6
Roll Out (Yds) 1.6
Total Distance (Yds) 47.3

Callaway ERC Soft Performance Notes

The Callaway ERC Soft showed a non-urethane covered ball can deliver stopping power. Rather than rely on high spin, ERC Soft packed stopping power in our wedge test by launching higher and landing steeper. In all, it combines distance off the tee and wedge playability in a way most non-urethane balls don't.

Read our full Titleist Pro V1 vs. Callaway ERC Soft comparison.

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Testing Methodology & Disclaimer

These results reflect controlled human testing within strict swing speed and impact quality bands. Individual results will vary. Small numerical differences in data may not translate into noticeable performance differences on the course.

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