Kirkland Signature Performance+ Ball Test Data
Here are the launch monitor averages from our test of the Kirkland Signature Performance+ golf ball
We tested the Kirkland Signature Performance+ 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: Kirkland Signature Performance+
- 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.
Swing Speed Bands Used
Our target swing speeds for ball testing are 93-97 mph for driver, 84-86 mph for 7-iron, and 55-57 mph for our 50-yard test. We accept small outliers on shots where all other variables meet the highest standards. These are the swing speed ranges we accepted for this test:
- Driver: 92-95 MPH
- 7-Iron: 84-86 MPH
- 50-Yard: 56-59 MPH
Driver Results
|
Metric |
Average |
|
Swing Speed |
93.0 MPH |
|
Ball Speed |
135.8 MPH |
|
Smash Factor |
1.46 |
|
Launch Angle |
13.9° |
|
Backspin |
2732 RPM |
|
Apex |
22.5 YD |
|
Carry Distance |
218.0 YD |
|
Total Distance |
237.9 YD |
|
Offline |
8.3 YD |
7-Iron Results
|
Metric |
Average |
|
Swing Speed |
84.8 MPH |
|
Ball Speed |
110.1 MPH |
|
Smash Factor |
1.30 |
|
Launch Angle |
18.8° |
|
Backspin |
4621 RPM |
|
Apex |
23.4 YD |
|
Descent Angle |
42.3° |
|
Carry Distance |
158.9 YD |
|
Roll Out |
9.3 YD |
|
Total Distance |
168.1 YD |
50-Yard Shot Results
|
Metric |
Average |
|
Swing Speed |
57.5 MPH |
|
Launch Angle |
31.4° |
|
Backspin |
7095 RPM |
|
Apex |
8.5 YD |
|
Carry Distance |
45.5 YD |
|
Roll Out |
2.4 YD |
|
Total Distance |
47.9 YD |
Kirkland Signature Performance+ Performance Notes
In our testing, the Kirkland Signature Performance+ struggled to keep up with premium-priced balls in one major category: ball speed. Slower ball speeds created below-average distances in all three areas of our testing. Aside from being a few yards shorter through the bag, the Performance+ was competitive with balls that cost close to three-times as much, with competitive spin and launch characteristics, plus strong showings for stopping power, accuracy and consistency.
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.