Best Rugby Balls

Size 5 rugby ball that will work for training or recreational play.

Perfect rugby ball to show off pride in the national team. Carries all of the official licenses. Size 5 ball meets regulation standards. Includes bright scarlet and navy blue colors that stand out.

Price point is a little high. May not stand up well to rough use.

Gilbert

Photon Match Rugby Ball

Durable size 5 rugby ball made for high-level training and games.

Includes a hydratec surface that allows the ball to repel water successfully. Durable materials in this ball that ensure it will perform well for many practice sessions and games. Four different color options.

Precision Training Rugby Ball

May need to be re-inflated often. Higher price than some others.

Omega

Surface contains dimples to ensure a sturdy grip and durable feel.

Available in three different color options and in three different size options of 3, 4, or 5. Perfect for helping novices learn to control the ball during practice sessions. Tacky outer surface yields a good grip in all weather.

Elegant Violence Rugby Ball

Ball may struggle to hold air over multiple practice sessions.

Best Bang for the Buck

Gilbert

Cool all-black design with a skull and crossbones that kids will love.

Size 5 ball that will work well for practice or for recreational games. Also works well as a display ball. Black color holds up nicely over time and repeated use. Delivers a solid quality for the price you'll pay.

Tends to lose air during use, requiring frequent reinflation.

Classic size 5 rugby ball that offers a good grip for practice or recreational play.

Uses outer cover of rubber and cotton to provide a steady grip on the ball. Provides a good price point for a recreational level of rugby ball. Carries a standard size 5 that's perfect for practice sessions.