There are four types of ball available for varying conditions and uses. There are a few manufacturers D-Gel, Baden, Forest Ice and Acacia.

Rough finish for players who prefer better ball contact & control. Ball does not remain as flexible at lower temperatures. Designed for indoor use. The main complaint with these are that they usually break/split around the valve.

Similar size weight and surface to the Orange Vinyl but has a slightly stiffer feel to it. It handles similarly to the D-Gel and should present no problems switching between the two. The main complaint with these are that they usually break/split around the valve.

Rough finish for players who prefer better ball contact & control. Ball remains flexible at lower temperatures, may prove too bouncy for indoor games. They have been designed for outdoor use. The main complaint with these are that they usually break/split around the valve.

Rough finish for players who prefer better ball contact & control. Ball remains flexible at lower temperatures, may prove too bouncy for indoor games. They have been designed for outdoor use. The main complaint with these are that they usually break/split around the valve.

Very Rough finish, for better control, however, dimples are slippery, significantly larger and not as grippy as the vinyl models. Useful as a practice ball. Can become brittle in colder temperatures, and is not suitable as a match ball. However can be an OK training ball. But does feel different on the stick. It is however better than the vinyl balls when used on non ice surfaces (ie: Gym Broomball), as it slips better and offers an experience closer to the feel on ice. However it appears that these may no longer be available via the DGel website. The alternative is the Acacia Rec broomball. Slightly larger that a regular broomball and smooth, this ball offers a good alternative for Gym broomball.

The Baden or Acacia leather ball is of similar panel construction to a soccer ball. But somewhat smaller (regular broomball size). It's a bright orange in colour and seems to be slightly heavier than a (not significantly) regular broomball. It has a smooth outer, patchwork covering that does not offer the stick grip (but mat well do so as they become scuffed up). But it's a great ball for those that are playing a more social style of Broomball. Or where the equipment used is of the more traditional style.but is not sanctioned for use in competition by the IFBA, USBA or the CBF.