Long game
Distance sits at the high end of its own cohort, with very low driver spin and middle-band flight. The iron observations also show substantial release for the tester, so total distance should be separated from stopping ability.
2026 generation
Q-STAR ULTISPEED
Q-STAR ULTISPEED combines three-piece ionomer construction with a strong distance result and very low driver spin in the retained human cohort. Reduced short-game control is the clearest trade-off to compare.
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At a glance
- Generation
- 2026 (standard)
- Construction
- 3-piece
- Cover
- Ionomer
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Performance profile
What the reviewed evidence tells us.
Control and feel
Greenside control is below the middle band. Feel remains unrated; neither the speed-oriented name nor the ionomer cover supplies a supported impact category.
PitchMarx assessment
Our evidence-led view of the Q-STAR ULTISPEED.
The BallSelecta values below are PitchMarx assessments built from the reviewed evidence above, followed by the practical strengths, trade-offs and player fit we take from that profile.
BallSelecta profile
How PitchMarx profiles this ball.
Performance values are PitchMarx assessments, not manufacturer specification claims.
- Distance
- 5 / 5
- Medium evidence confidence
- Greenside control
- 2 / 5
- Medium evidence confidence
- Feel
- Not rated
- Comparative rating not established
- Driver spin
- Very low
- Medium evidence confidence
- Trajectory
- Mid
- Medium evidence confidence
Best suited to
- Players prioritising long-game distance and comfortable allowing approaches to release
Consider another ball if
- Golfers seeking strong spin on short pitches
Strengths
- Strong reviewed distance performance within the retained human cohort
Limitations and trade-offs
- Approach release and modest partial-wedge control need checking
Alternatives to explore
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Srixon
Q-STAR TOUR
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A comparison candidate selected for this profile. Its full evidence-led page will provide the detail needed for a proper side-by-side choice.
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Bridgestone
e12 Straight
2025
A comparison candidate selected for this profile. Its full evidence-led page will provide the detail needed for a proper side-by-side choice.
Relevant guides
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Retailer comparison
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