Srixon Q-Star Tour

G Golfwrx Article

I've been hitting the 2024 Chrome Soft and 2026 Q Star Tour indoor and outdoors for the last few weeks and I'm am amazed how similar they are. I think the QST might offer better performance in terms of spin and feel. Distance seems to be about the same. Srixon has definitely improved the QST from the 2024 version to the 2026 version. I think both of these balls are superior to the 2026 Chrome Soft, which I also spent some time with. I think they may have firmed up the mantle which in my opinion has reduced the "feel" when playing this ball.

The Q-Star Tour comes out ahead for most average golfers, moderate swing speeds, mid handicappers, beginners, and players looking for a soft-feeling urethane ball with strong value.

G Golfweek , Golfweek · reviewer · Mar 2026

Let’s start with the Q-Star Tour, the three-piece, urethane-covered model built for players who want short-game control without the hard feel of a 100-plus compression ball. It remains at 74 compression, which means it will feel softer with every club in your bag, but this generation gets Spin Skin+, Srixon’s most advanced coating, designed to increase friction between the cover and your wedge grooves. The result is more stopping power on approach shots and more grab on chips, pitches and other shots around the green.

I've always found this ball really good in the wind.

T The Hackers Paradise Ryan Hawk · reviewer · Mar 2026

Those familiar with Q-STAR TOUR will find much to love here. The greenside spin and plush feel were there, and even in limited reps, the visual feedback stood out. On short shots, the rotation pattern was easy to track. The seam line provided a clean aiming reference that felt natural. We’ll need extended on-course time to evaluate full driver performance and full swing numbers, but early impressions suggest Srixon has refined the formula without changing what made Q-STAR TOUR appealing in the first place.

The Wilson Triad is better if you want maximum balance, forgiveness, and consistent all-around performance, while the Srixon Q-Star Tour is better if you want more spin, better control, and a more tour-inspired urethane experience. And overall, the Q-Star Tour wins this comparison because it gives you more performance upside and shot-making ability, while the Triad is only worth it if you prioritize stability and simplicity over aggressive control and greenside spin.

Srixon's Q-Star range has undergone a rework for the 2026 season, delivering an even more balanced package offering a choice of affordable performance or reliable feel and speed at an accessible price point. The foundation of the Q-Star Tour is the FastLayer Core. With its gradual transition from soft inner core to firm outer edge, FastLayer behaves like a core with thousands of layers, delivering distance and soft feel without compromise.

The biggest strength is spin and control because it actually grips the greens better than most mid-range balls. So, when you hit wedges or short irons, you get more stopping power and more predictable check, which helps you attack pins with confidence. Distance is still very solid because the core is designed to stay soft on impact but still maintain ball speed. So, you get a nice balance of carry and control instead of just raw distance or just spin. The feel is soft but not mushy, which is important because it still gives you feedback at impact. So, you can actually tell when you strike it well instead of everything feeling the same.

T Todays Golfer James Hogg and Ross Tugwood · reviewer · Dec 2024

You'd probably expect that, given it's a cheaper model than all three Z-Star golf balls, but against other three-piece club golfer models, the Q-Star Tour is a brilliant option. This golf ball performs very well in its approach play, ranking best of all golf balls in this category, thanks to its steep descent angle (45°), impressive backspin (4,568), and incredible carry distance consistency - ranking 2nd overall.

Ryan Ballengee reviews Srixon's Q-Star Tour golf balls, built for players who want the performance of a Tour-caliber ball without having Tour-caliber swing speeds. At a $30 per dozen price point, the Q-Star Tour balls are a great match for so many players

T Todays Golfer James Hogg and Ross Tugwood · reviewer · Aug 2025

The Q-Star Tour is the gold medal winner for approach play performance, and with how strong it is in the 7-iron shot, it helped it achieve the gold medal for tee to green performance at 93mph, and the silver medal at 114mph and 78mph.

So, all in all, not too bad a performance to start off at 50 yards for the Srixon Q-Star Tour. Right, so let's now head back outside and let's hit some 8-iron shots, not only at my speed, but at average golfer speed. That's around about 75 mph of clubhead speed. Right, so before we have a look at the 8-iron data, if you haven't seen any of my other videos, I tend to find that most mid-iron shots, 7- and 8-iron, tend to carry approximately the same distance.

G Golf Influence Article · Dec 2020

The Srixon Q-Star Tour review emphasizes its ability to deliver impressive greenside spin while maintaining solid performance off the tee, making it an excellent choice for golfers who want the best of both worlds.

G Golf Monthly Article · Mar 2026

If there is one area where the Q-Star Tour truly shines and separates itself from the pack, it is from 50 yards and in. This is where Srixon's Spin Skin technology and premium urethane cover earn their keep.

A mid-price point golf ball that offers a strong all round balance of distance, control and feel for the mid-handicap golfer!

G Golf Jack Hirsh · reviewer · Mar 2026

Srixon’s new Q-Star Tour golf balls are not only faster and softer than the previous generation, but they’re also smarter.

I hit the q star tour and taylormade tour response. Both are great mid $ balls.

G Golf Balls World - Golf Balls Uncovered Dan · reviewer · Dec 2025

EDGE: Q-Star Tour — more greenside control and consistent spin.

With the driver, the Titalist Tour Soft lived up to its name. We saw ball speeds averaging about 1 yard per hour faster than the Shrixon Qstar Tour Divide, resulting in a total distance of 265 yd. The Shrixon Qstar Tour Divide was right on its heels at 262 yd. Where things got interesting was with the 7ironir.

Is the Srixon Q Star Tour Divide a good golf ball for BAD putters? In this 9-hole on-course review, I put the Q Star Divide to the test to see how it really performs in real golf conditions. This unique half-red, half-yellow ball is incredibly easy to find in the fall rough, and the bold alignment line makes putting and green reading much simpler. I was able to shape some nice draw shots and keep the ball in play all round—but I did notice about a 20-yard loss in distance compared to my usual gamer