I can tell the difference in a premium ball and a Noodle for instance, but not by a lot. I hit some shots a tour pro would at least settle for and some that would embarass a rank beginner. Using myself as a point of reference, I have been playing for about 40 years. I can see how someone a little better than me could really take advantage of that difference, but also how someone not quite as good as me would not realize much benefit. I can tell a perceptible difference in distance and green performance. I have been trying some Bridgestone e5's and 330 S's. Of course that line is blurred as well with the availability of slightly used premium balls as others have mentioned. If you can watch a $4 golf ball hit the drink and not worry, then ProV's won't hurt your game. Once your handicap is around 15-20, start looking for a ball in whatever tier that fits your swing needs of speed, trajectory and control and pocketbook. These days there are good quality balls in the second tier (e-5-6, NXT's and such and third tier Noodles) that have good distance and decent feel. I don't think it will hurt you, but you won't get the benefit of the extra technology until your swing is fairly consistent from shot to shot. If you are truly a rank beginner, I'd say it is a waste of money.
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