There are many unique ways to adding add distinguishing marks on your ball, but which are the best golf ball marker pens to do so?

You will have seen many professionals have some writing on their ball, or some form of identifying lines, dots and marks.

Matt Fitzpatrick, for example, has four separate coloured dots on his ball. Others circle the number, add their initials or underline the brand such as Titleist Pro V1.

There are many different ways used to make each ball unique from their playing partners with some even combining with your ball marker as a putting aid.

Did you also know that all amateurs also should mark their ball as a form of differentiation from others on the course, and also declare the markings before playing a shot.

How To Mark A Golf Ball With The Best Marker Pens

Marking a golf ball is easily done with a marker pen. You can add them in any colour, shape or size too.

Some sets come with stamps that add shapes to balls, or that can add alignment lines for help lining up putts.

Simply use one of the recommended options below to add your own identification to show it is your ball.

Sharpie Mini Permanent Markers

These mini markers are perfect for marking golf balls and the best known out there. That’s why they top our list of best golf ball marker pens.

They come in a variety of colors and are waterproof and fade-resistant and are available online and in stores up and down the country.

Callaway Golf Ball Marking Kit

This Callaway kit includes a Sharpie fine point marker and a unique stencil that allows you to create a perfect alignment mark on your golf ball.

Prismacolor Premier Fine Line Markers

These markers are designed for precision and have a fine point that allows you to create detailed designs on your golf ball.

They come in a variety of colors and are waterproof and fade-resistant.

Uline Industrial Permanent Markers

These markers are designed for industrial use, but they work great for marking golf balls too.

They come in a variety of colors and are waterproof and fade-resistant, making them a good option if you play in winter months.

Staedtler Lumocolor Permanent Marker

This marker is designed for use on a variety of surfaces, including golf balls.

The points are fine, much more so than other options in this shortlist, but they more than work impressively for marking your golf balls.

Pilot Super Color Permanent Markers

Not specifically designed for golf, they do work well on golf balls along with many other surfaces.

They are waterproof and come in a variety of colours.