Why do I want a tall ball marker?

The standard golf ball has circumference 42.6mm

Marker heights:

  • Penny: 1.52mm
  • Nickel: 1.95mm
  • Quarter: 1.75mm
  • Poker Chip: 3.3mm 
  • The Big Ball Marker: 22mm

Using a Big Ball Marker instead of a coin has several advantages that can enhance both practicality and performance on the green. Here's a comparison:

1. Consistency 

  • Big Ball Marker are designed with a consistent size that come with some advantages. A Big Ball Marker is 22mm in height which allow for a consistent height to aid in visualizing the alignment line on the ball to match the alignment mark on the Big Ball Marker. This consistency can help you develop a routine, leading to more confidence in your putting
  • Coin: Coins come in various sizes and thicknesses, which may disrupt consistency from round to round. Additionally, coins with alignment markings are tough to consistently visualize and place

2. Visibility:

  • Big Ball Marker very larger compared to most coins, making it easier to see on the green. This enhanced visibility can help you and other players quickly locate the marker without having to search for it, saving time and improving pace of play.
  • Coin: Some coins, especially smaller ones, can be difficult to spot from a distance, especially on a busy or uneven green. Add seasonal golf, especially during the fall.

3. Alignment (actually the biggest reason to use a BBM)

  • A Big Ball Marker is 22mm for a reason and that is because it is roughly half the height of the golf ball. This can make lining up the Targeting line to the ball's alignment mark much easier. If he line on the ball is long enough, it can actually physically touch the Targeter line. You can use this to "dial in" the ball. 
  • Coins and Poker Chips: can be 1-5mm in height and you are placing these under a round ball that is 42.6mm. Essentially, leading to no consistency and if there is alignment lines on these markers, then it will be tough to be accurate and tough to visualize

3. Customizability:

  • A Big Ball Marker come in different sizes, shapes, and colors, but can also be customizable, allowing you to add a personal touch, such as different and multiple colors. This not only makes your marker unique but also easier to identify on the green.
  • Coin: While coins are often readily available, they are less customizable and can be mistaken for another player’s marker, particularly if multiple players use similar-sized coins.

4.  Additional options:

  • Big Ball Marker are 3D printed: With so much material in the marker many of these markers are designed or can be customized to allow for the addition options like a magnet letting you attach it to your golf cart, bag, or any other accessories, which makes them easy to access and less likely to be misplaced. Golf Tee Storage is also an option
  • Coin: Are just a piece of thin metal that have no ability to do any of those functions

Summary:

A Big Ball Marker offers a more consistent, visible, and customizable option compared to a coin marker. It’s specifically designed for the green, minimizing interference with play while being easy to carry, identify, and retrieve. While coins can be convenient in a pinch, they don't offer much else to improve your golf game.