People who don’t play any sport would think that balls are balls.  And so it would be, too, with golf balls.  However, common belief is totally off the mark.  These balls determine the outcome of your game.

1. Two-Piece.  This is the ball that is used for long distances.  It has the capacity for high launch and low levels of spin.  It is tough and durable and you won’t be thinking of replacing it anytime soon.  This is the ball that a beginner should start with.  Because it doesn’t spin so much, you will have less chance of hooking or slicing the ball.  Moreover, they don’t cost so much, so if you’re just starting with your game and you’re still not sure if you are going to get totally into it, investing a small amount to buy these balls won’t really break the bank.
2. Three- or Four-Piece.  These two varieties fall under the category of multi-layer.  Just like the two-piece, there is a core, but this time around, there are at least two layers around it, thus the name.  It provides extra control, and because of this, these golf balls are the preferred variety for tournaments.  So, if you’re pretty confident with your playing already, you can start looking at this kind in golf bags shops.
3. Wound.  This is not as common as the other varieties and is not likely a good choice for beginners.  This is not as durable as well.  This is often used by professional players when on the green because of its capacity to have a great spin.  In this ball, there’s a central core wrapped in rubber and covered with a Balata.  Most professionals interchange this ball with the four-piece.

Because these balls are made with precision using sophisticated techniques, you will find that various balls from different brands show varying features but only slightly.  However, even the slightest difference can affect driving distance, putting, balance, approach, and more.  How to choose your ball will now depend on what you want to improve on.

The ball to choose should be the one that works for that particular game, so that it will be easier for you to see some improvements.  For example, you are not particularly doing well with distance, so go for the two-layer hard variety.  If you want to have better spin, go for the multi-layer or the wound.

Another consideration is the budget.  Balls with more precision are naturally more expensive, and that’s what you should expect to find from good-quality manufacturers.  But, if you’re only beginning, you don’t have to get the best ball especially when there’s a likelihood it’ll just disappear into the lake.  Practice with the cheaper varieties first, then only consider buying from the more expensive range when you already have better confidence in your game.