Noodle Golf Balls: Soft Feel, Real Distance, Fair Price

Noodle golf balls are TaylorMade's low priced, soft feeling distance balls, and the Noodle Long and Soft is the model most golfers mean when they say "Noodle." It is a two piece ball with an ionomer cover, a very soft rated core, and a price that lands around a dollar a ball. That mix makes Noodle golf balls a favorite for casual rounds, scrambles, and anyone who loses a few balls a round. We print Noodles with logos, names, and messages every week, so here is an honest look at how they are built, who they fit, and when they make sense as a custom ball.

What Are Noodle Golf Balls?

Noodle is a value brand that sits under the TaylorMade umbrella. According to MyGolfSpy's Ball Lab report on the Noodle Long and Soft, the Noodle line used to live under Maxfli, and TaylorMade kept the Noodle name when the Maxfli brand was sold to DICK'S Sporting Goods. The same report notes the ball is manufactured in Korea for TaylorMade.

The pitch has stayed simple for years: soft feel, easy distance, low price. Noodles usually come in larger packs (15 or 24 balls) rather than dozens, which is part of why the cost per ball stays low.

Noodle Long and Soft Specs at a Glance

This table pulls together what TaylorMade lists and what independent testing found.

Why the Two Compression Numbers Don't Match

People ask us about this a lot. The 34 rating is how the ball is marketed, while MyGolfSpy measured an average of 69 using its own gauge. Different gauges and methods produce very different numbers, so compare balls on one scale rather than mixing sources. Either way, the Noodle sits on the soft side for a two piece ionomer ball, which matches what golfers feel off the face. Our guide to low compression vs high compression golf balls explains why that matters more for slower swings than for fast ones.

How Noodle Golf Balls Perform

Off the Tee

A soft two piece ball is built to launch high with low spin. For golfers with slower or moderate swing speeds, that usually means a straighter ball flight and a bit more roll. Faster swingers can overpower a soft core, and MyGolfSpy pointed out that mid to fast swing speed players risk losing distance with it.

Around the Green

Here is the tradeoff. An ionomer cover is tough and resists scuffs, but it does not grab wedge grooves the way a urethane tour ball does. Expect chips and pitches to release more and stop less. For most weekend players, that is a fair trade for the price.

Consistency

MyGolfSpy found no roundness failures and no cover defects in its sample, but it did flag some variation between boxes, including a dozen that measured noticeably softer than the others. That fits the ball's role: a dependable everyday ball, not a ball for tournament level precision.

Who Should Play Noodle Golf Balls?

Noodles are not trying to be a Pro V1. They are trying to be the ball you don't mind hitting into the pond on 7.

Great fit:

• Beginners and high handicappers who lose several balls a round
• Seniors and other players with slower swing speeds who want a soft feel
• Scramble teams, leagues, and charity outings that need volume
• Range and practice sessions where durability matters

Probably not the best fit:

• Fast swingers who want maximum distance from a firmer core
• Low handicappers who need greenside spin and stopping power
• Players in serious competition who want tight ball to ball consistency

If you want a quick sense of where a Noodle sits among other value balls, browse our cheap custom golf balls collection and compare it with options from Callaway, Wilson, and Pinnacle.

Noodle Golf Balls vs Other Value Balls

Golfers shopping for Noodles are usually also looking at a few other budget soft balls. Here is how the decision tends to break down in conversations with our customers.

If brand recognition matters for a gift or corporate order, our custom TaylorMade golf balls collection is the natural next step up.

Custom Noodle Golf Balls: What We See When Printing

Noodles are one of our go to recommendations when someone needs a lot of printed balls without a premium budget. A few things we have learned:

1. The white ionomer cover prints cleanly. Logos and text sit sharply on the glossy finish.
2. Simple artwork wins. Bold logos and short messages read better on a ball than fine detail or long sentences.
3. Pack size helps events. A 24 ball pack splits easily into foursome bags for scramble gift tables.
4. They suit fun messages. Because nobody worries about losing a Noodle, golfers enjoy playing balls printed with jokes, nicknames, or a family photo.

You can order the Noodle Long and Soft golf balls 24 ball pack with your logo, name, initials, or photo. For a deeper look at the ball's technology, see our earlier piece on Noodle long and soft golf balls.

Holiday Tip

Printed Noodles make easy stocking stuffers and office gift exchange picks. Custom printing adds time to any order, so order early for the holidays rather than waiting until the last week.

Are Noodle Golf Balls Legal for Tournament Play?

For casual rounds and most club events, nobody will question a Noodle. If your competition uses the One Ball or conforming ball conditions, check the exact model and year on the USGA List of Conforming Golf Balls before you tee off, since listings change as models are updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who makes Noodle golf balls?

TaylorMade makes Noodle golf balls. The Noodle line was originally part of Maxfli, and TaylorMade kept the Noodle name when Maxfli was sold to DICK'S Sporting Goods.

What is the compression of a Noodle Long and Soft golf ball?

The ball is listed at a 34 compression rating. MyGolfSpy measured an average of 69 on its own gauge. Different gauges give different numbers, but both point to a soft ball for its category.

Are Noodle golf balls good for beginners?

Yes. They are soft, inexpensive, and sold in large packs, so beginners can play them without worrying about losing a few. The tradeoff is less spin around the greens than a urethane ball.

Do Noodle golf balls go farther than premium balls?

For slower swing speeds, a soft two piece ball like the Noodle can match or come close to premium balls off the tee. Faster swingers usually get more distance from a firmer, multilayer ball.

Can you print a logo on Noodle golf balls?

Yes. We print logos, names, initials, messages, and photos on Noodle Long and Soft golf balls, which makes them a popular pick for outings, giveaways, and stocking stuffers.