Wilson 2026 Staff Model X Golf Ball Review: A great ball but there is 1 big problem

With a 7-iron, the ball maintained excellent spin rates compared to other balls that I’ve tested so far this year. Whilst on this cold January day for testing my carry distance saw a decrease in yardage, I was still very happy with the consistency of the Wilson.

When compared to the Wilson Staff X of last year that wasn’t an awful difference between the two with only a couple of hundred RPM of spin separating the averages.

With driver the Wilson Staff Model X also performed very well. As shown in the table below, the numbers were very consistent. The carry distance was also strong given the temperatures. Spin sat at a comfortable average of 2205RPM.

As shown above, the comparison with driver between the 2025 and 2026 model. There is little fluctuation between the data. A lower spin number on the 2026 model due to a worse strike but still maintaining the same average carry of 220 yards. Again, the colder weather knocked these figures down but they’re very consistent.

Final Verdict

Overall, the Wilson Staff Model X 2026 continues to provide great numbers that are consistent. It provides, however, only very similar data to the previous model without excelling further.

Both balls are undoubtedly premium quality golf balls but the 2025 model now represents unbelievable value – up to 42% off at some online retailers – it would hard to argue against purchasing the 2025 model over the 2026 model – whilst the discounts and stock lasts!

Either way, it is definitely worth trying this premium Wilson golf ball – you might just be surprised and begin to see Wilson as more than just a brand that produces quality irons.