Expert Review: Bridgestone 2021 E6 Golf Balls
All photos courtesy of David L. Brown
About this Review: This review is my honest opinion of the golf balls, which I purchased with my own money in August of 2022.
My take
The 2021 Bridgestone E6 Golf Balls are a budget-friendly golf ball for the mid to high handicapper looking for distance. These golf balls aren’t as soft as others, but they are longer when it comes to distance.
About the golf ball I own
- Model: 2021 Bridgestone E6 Golf Balls
- Color: White
About me
- Average score: 79
- Handicap: 7
- Experience: 22 years of golf
- Right/Left-handed: Left-handed
- Typical shot shape: Fade
- Typical trajectory: High
- Club swing speed: 97 mph
Test conditions
- When I bought this: August 2022
- Days tested: 2 days
- Where I’ve used it: Terre Verde, The Fields
- Weather and wind conditions: Sunny, dry
- Turf conditions: Dry
- Green speeds: Slow to medium
How it performs
What I was looking for
I was on the hunt for a golf ball that wasn’t as high-end and more budget friendly, but still had solid performance from a distance and control perspective.
Why I chose this golf ball
I heard from a friend about these and I decided to buy them because I believe they are a good value for the distance they have to offer. I didn’t expect a lot from their spin performance, but they flew and carried just as far as other balls I have used (Titleist PRO V1s, Callaway ERC).
What I love about it
- Distance: The distance is the best feature; this ball flies off the club head and carries just as far, if not further, than other higher-end golf balls like the Titleist Pro V1 and Callaway Chrome soft.
- Durability The durability is decent. After an 18 hole round it usually shows some wear and tear, but it’s nothing so severe that the ball can’t be played the next time out.
- Color: The ball has a glossy finish to it that has a simple, sleek design to it that is easy to find regardless of the location on the course.
Issues I’ve encountered
- Feel: The feel is pretty typical for a budget friendly-ball. It doesn’t land as soft as I would like on full wedge shots from 100–120 yards. But it still can check when needed.
- Green Spin: The spin on mid-range approach shots is adequate. It takes a great, high-lofted shot to spin the ball backward. Whereas other higher-end balls don’t have to take as much loft.
Best shot with this golf ball
The best shot I had with this ball was when I drilled one close on hole nine at The Fields from 180 yards out on a par 3 and it rolled within six feet of the hole. I followed it up by sinking the putt for birdie.
Value for the money vs. other options
These golf balls are worth their value. They are budget friendly, yet don’t sacrifice on distance. I tried the Vice Stix Tour golf balls at the same price and found that the E6s had better distance. So I think they are worth the purchase.
Final verdict
This ball unlocks the ability to keep up off the tee. These balls are long and have great features when it comes to distance both with the driver and mid iron. I think these are a solid option for any type of golfer, but aimed more for the casual weekend golfer.