TaylorMade Tour Response

Compression 70 · Urethane cover · Mid-price

A three-piece urethane ball with a soft wrapped core that gives everyday players tour-style short-game spin without flagship pricing.

Compression: 70
Compression band: Mid
Construction: 3-piece
Cover: Urethane
Feel: Soft
Driver spin: Low
Greenside spin: High
Flight: Mid
Swing speed: 85–105 mph
Price tier: Mid-price
Colors: White
Model year: 2026

TaylorMade Tour Response compression

The TaylorMade Tour Response has a compression of 70, which is mid compression (TaylorMade doesn't publish a figure; this is the widely reported tested number). It suits driver swing speeds of about 85–105 mph.

Ball	Compression	Cover
TaylorMade Tour Response	70	Urethane
TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe	70	Urethane
Bridgestone Tour B RXS	72	Urethane
Srixon Q-Star Tour	74	Urethane
Wilson Triad	80	Urethane

Who the TaylorMade Tour Response is for

Golfers with a driver swing speed of about 85–105 mph.
Players who want spin and control on chips, pitches and wedge shots.
Anyone who fights a slice or hook: lower driver spin means less curve.
Golfers who like a soft feel off the putter and irons.

The maker pitches it at: golfers wanting urethane tour performance at a lower price.

Where it makes our lists

Best Golf Balls for a 90 mph Swing SpeedThe most common driver swing speed among amateur men, and the widest choice of balls.Best Golf Balls for High HandicappersStraighter, softer, cheaper. Balls that help the shots that cost you the most.Best Golf Balls for Mid HandicappersWhere a urethane ball starts to pay off, without paying tour-ball prices.Best Golf Balls for DistanceThe longest golf ball is the one that matches your swing speed and spins less off the driver.Best Soft Golf BallsThe softest-feeling balls on the market, from cheap two-pieces to tour urethane.Best Low-Spin Golf BallsFor golfers who slice or hook. Less spin means less curve.Best Cheap Golf BallsThe best golf balls on a budget, including value urethane balls that play above their price.

Comparisons

TaylorMade Tour Response vs TaylorMade TP5Side by side.

Similar golf balls

TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe

The same three-piece urethane Tour Response ball, sold separately with a full wraparound stripe to help line up putts and tee shots.

Compression 70Urethane coverSoft feelMid-price2

Srixon Q-Star Tour

A softer urethane ball that brings tour-style greenside spin to average swing speeds, with a lower compression that is easier to compress than the Z-Star line.

Compression 74Urethane coverSoft feelMid-price3

Wilson Triad

A soft three-layer urethane ball built for balance and a true roll, with reduced driver spin for accuracy and a grippy cover for approach control.

Compression 80Urethane coverSoft feelMid-price4

Bridgestone Tour B RXS

The softest Tour B, pairing a gentle feel with strong greenside spin for players without tour-level speed.

Compression 72Urethane coverSoft feelPremium

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Common questions

What is the compression of the TaylorMade Tour Response?

The TaylorMade Tour Response has a compression of about 70 (mid compression).

Is the TaylorMade Tour Response good for slow swing speeds?

It’s fine for moderate speeds; under about 80 mph a lower-compression ball will usually go farther.

Does the TaylorMade Tour Response have a urethane cover?

Yes.

Updated November 2026