Bridgestone e12 Contact vs Callaway ERC Soft
Side-by-side specs plus estimated launch-monitor numbers — ball speed, launch, spin, and carry — at any club and swing speed.
Which is better, Bridgestone e12 Contact or Callaway ERC Soft?
It depends on what matters most to you. Choose the Bridgestone e12 Contact if you want a softer feel (55 vs 60 compression) and a lower price ($30 vs $39.99 a dozen at MSRP). Choose the Callaway ERC Soft if you want a firmer feel (60 vs 55 compression).
Mid-tier · Ball A
Bridgestone e12 Contact
Compression 55 · Surlyn · medium-soft
Mid-tier · Ball B
Callaway ERC Soft
Compression 60 · Hybrid · soft
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Estimated launch — Driver
B vs A delta
| Ball A | Ball B | Δ B − A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball speed | 156.2 mph | 156.3 mph | +0.1 mph |
| Launch angle | 12.9° | 12.9° | no change |
| Spin | 2,350 rpm | 2,350 rpm | no change |
| Estimated carry | 270 yds | 270 yds | no change |
Estimated trajectory
All balls — Driver at 105 mph
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Bridgestone e12 Contact vs Callaway ERC Soft — frequently asked
Which is softer, Bridgestone e12 Contact or Callaway ERC Soft?
The Bridgestone e12 Contact is softer at 55 compression vs Callaway ERC Soft at 60 — a 5-point gap. Lower compression deforms more easily on slower swings.
Does Bridgestone e12 Contact or Callaway ERC Soft spin more around the green?
Neither uses a urethane cover. Their catalog specifications do not establish which produces more greenside spin, so use a same-club comparison to decide.
What is the price difference between Bridgestone e12 Contact and Callaway ERC Soft?
Bridgestone e12 Contact is $30.00 per dozen MSRP, while Callaway ERC Soft is $39.99. Retail prices, pack sizes, promotions, and model years can change.
Which is the better tour ball, Bridgestone e12 Contact or Callaway ERC Soft?
Neither is a tour-tier ball in this matchup. Bridgestone e12 Contact is mid-tier; Callaway ERC Soft is mid-tier.