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It is time. A new era in Most Wanted Putter Testing is finally here.
After a decade of putter testing, we have a new, more technologically advanced approach to our putter testing and it is all thanks to PuttView. With their help, we can provide the best independent putter testing and results to golfers everywhere.
This is the most extensive, unbiased putter review on the market based on cold hard data. No bs. No marketing. Pure performance based testing and results.
For 2025, we tested 32 blade putters. Big names, such as Odyssey, Scotty Cameron, PING, and Bettinardi came to play. But, smaller, less popular brands say, “hold my beer” and play spoiler.
Times are changing in the putter space. The ubiquitous big names still own the market share, but the little guys are making their presence felt. Brands you may not have heard of are poised to breakthrough and cause commotion. There is a piece of the pie prime for the taking and it is happening.
160 testing hours and 20,480 putts later, we have our first official Most Wanted Blade Putter results powered by PuttView.
These are the best blade putters of 2025.
Ultimately, the best blade putters are the ones with the best PuttView Handicap. Some crush the field at a specific distance, while others offer a more balanced performance from short, medium and long range putts. Regardless of how they get to the podium, each offers exceptional performance benefits versus the field.
These are the best blade putters overall.
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Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 is the best blade putter of 2025. On mid-range putts, where we typically find the greatest performance difference between models, it obliterates the competition. If you're confident with short- and long-range putts, but struggle with mid-range, Tommy Armour Impact No.2 is worth trying.
Golf equipment prices continue to soar. Blade putters and putters in general are no different. With putters, you're paying for the name in some scenarios. Others, you're paying for exquisite craftsmanship. Tommy Armour Impact No.2 won't break your bank. It is $149.99 and performs.
Relative to the field, Tommy Armour Impact No. 2's PuttView Handicap score is average. From an eyeball test, it still does well. However, there are better-performing blade putters on short- and long-range putts.
Tommy Armour putters are not strangers to Most Wanted testing. They’re a previous winner of Most Wanted. As we journey into a new era of putter testing here at MyGolfSpy, Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 claims the top spot of the best blade putter of 2025. With the integration of PuttView, we see Impact No. 2 outclass the competition overall, but most noticeably on mid-range putts.
“I like it. Attractive profile and easy to align. Rolls the ball well.”
“I would change out the grip decent putter and a good option price point.”
“Performs well, nothing special from a feel and looks perspective.”
“Good on mishits, forgiving if you will.”
It’s a new era in Most Wanted Putter testing and Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 sets the stage with an impressive performance on medium (mid-range) putts. This is the distance range that is most impactful for overall performance because it creates separation. Generally, performance on shorter putts will be fairly tight. Longer putts have a little separation, especially when a putter consistently makes putts. Yet, medium-range putts are the true tell and Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 knocks it out of the park. It singlehandedly propels it to the top of the leaderboard.
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Top to bottom, Runner Blade is one of the more consistent blade putters in this year's test. It excels on short-range putts where it places second overall. On mid-range putts, it finishes fourth overall and this is the range where we see putters either perform or struggle. Runner also offers solid performance on long-range putts. If you're looking for consistency on the putting green and like customization, Runner Blade is a new competitor worth considering.
Runner is unique. They offer three interchangeable back pieces – original, blade and mallet. There are reversible bases for right- and left-handed golfers. Additionally, they have interchangeable face designs and weights. Overall, there are more than 200 configurations to dial in your putter.
Aesthetically, our testing pool rates Runner Blade towards the bottom. Runner sacrifices aesthetics in order to achieve their distinct design and features. If you are keen on a clean, traditional blade putter design and don't prioritize performance, Runner Blade won't appeal to you.
A newcomer to Most Wanted testing, Runner Golf makes an impressive first appearance. Runner offers a tremendous amount of adjustability and customization with their putters. For our testing, we featured a standard, stock option without changing any of the features. It ranks second overall with an average PuttView Handicap of -5.5. Its best placement is second overall for short-range putts. If you struggle with short range, this is a putter worth considering.
“I like the setup and the weight.”
“Good weight, balance, and feel overall.”
“Lots of tech. I see a lot of potential with it based on performance. Gotta get over the look.”
“Muted sound is attractive, made a lot of putts, delivered the putter face consistently.”
Runner Blade is the epitome of performance over everything subjective. It won’t win any awards for feel or looks…at least in the general sense. However, it allows golfers to putt efficiently by producing close proximity to the hole and by making putts regardless of distance. And, by the way, you can get dialed in with it by going through an EXTENSIVE fitting. I’m talking about more than 200 configurations for you gearheads out there.
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Putting well from distance is imperative for lowering your scores. Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 ranks third overall in PuttView Handicap in our mid- and long-range scoring categories. From these distance ranges, making putts is critical, but so is distance control and being closer to the hole. With its performance, HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 proves it performs from distance.
For $249.99 at the most (with the UST Mamiya ALL-IN shaft), you can get one of the best blade putters on the market. Additionally, our testing pool rates HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 well subjectively.
In our eyes, Cleveland has built a reputation of being a solid putter option for the masses. However, there are still golfers who are skeptical about using a Cleveland putter. Perhaps it is time to put those questions aside and acknowledge that their putters are pretty darn consistent, especially from a blade putter perspective.
Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 claims third place overall. It is one of the best-performing putters on mid- and long-range putts. For each of these scoring categories, it ranks third overall. Much like Tommy Armour, Cleveland offers a high-performing putter at a consumer-friendly price point – $199 to $249 (with the ALL-IN putter shaft). If you’re looking for a great “bang for your buck” blade putter, Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 is an excellent choice.
“Pleasantly surprised – feel and speed control were great.”
“Best balance and liked it the best overall.”
“Love everything about it. Made a lot of putts.”
“Setup is great, nice and square.”
Cleveland blade putters continue to test well. Of the top name manufacturers, they’re the dark horse that no one talks about. Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 performs at the two distance ranges that might matter most – medium- and long-range putts. Putting well on medium- and long-range putts will make you dangerous.
The blade putters that make the most short putts are going to be top performers. At a short distance, you don’t want to be the putter that limits golfers’ ability to make putts. Missing short putts has a greater impact on PuttView Handicap relative to other distances.
These are the best blade putters for short putts.
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If you are shaky on short-range putts, Never Compromise Model 2 is the one r to consider. During testing, golf made made 68.97 percent of short-range putts with the Never Compromise Model 2. This is nearly 10 percent better than the worst putter.
Relative to the field, Never Compromise Model 2 is a below-average performer on mid- and long-range putts. Testers noted that they had issues with speed control and aiming, especially on longer putts.
Never Compromise Model 2 produced the best PuttView Handicap from short range. It’s another notch in the victory belt for Dunlop Sports. Making putts from short range saves golf rounds. If you want confidence in short-range putts, you might want to give Never Compromise Model 2 a go. On the downside, it isn’t among the best-performing blade putters on mid- and long-range putts.
“Not the most subjectively pleasing putter, but it has good alignment with the two tone look. I made a ton of putts.”
“Made 62% of my putts. Rolls extremely well, slightly clicky, but DAMNNN.”
“Solid feel overall. Don’t like the two-tone color scheme.”
“Surprised me, effortless to make putts with. Rolls the ball well.”
Being the best blade putter on short putts is not an easy task. Sure, it’s all about making a large percentage of putts. But, let’s face it, even in a testing scenario, short putts get shaky and having a putter that enables you to be successful is key. Never Compromise Model 2 provides you with that possible performance benefit.
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Top to bottom, Runner Blade is one of the more consistent blade putters in this year's test. It excels on short-range putts where it places second overall. On mid-range putts, it finishes fourth overall and this is the range where we see putters either perform or struggle. Runner also offers solid performance on long-range putts. If you're looking for consistency on the putting green and like customization, Runner Blade is a new competitor worth considering.
Runner is unique. They offer three interchangeable back pieces (original, blade, mallet) and reversible bases for right- and left-handed golfers. Additionally, they have interchangeable face designs and weights. Overall, there are more than 200 configurations to dial in your putter.
Aesthetically, our testing pool rates Runner Blade towards the bottom. Runner sacrifices aesthetics in order to achieve their distinct design and features. If you are keen on a clean, traditional blade putter design and don't prioritize performance, Runner Blade won't appeal to you.
A newcomer to Most Wanted testing, Runner Golf makes an impressive first appearance. Runner offers a tremendous amount of adjustability and customization with their putters. For our testing, we featured a standard, stock option without changing any of the features. It ranks second overall with an average PuttView Handicap of -5.5. Its best placement is second overall for short-range putts. If you struggle with short range, this is a putter worth considering.
“I like the setup and the weight.”
“Good weight, balance, and feel overall.”
“Lots of tech. I see a lot of potential with it based on performance. Gotta get over the look.”
“Muted sound is attractive, made a lot of putts, delivered the putter face consistently.”
Runner Blade is the epitome of performance over everything subjective. It won’t win any awards for feel or looks…at least in the general sense. However, it allows golfers to putt efficiently by producing close proximity to the hole and by making putts regardless of distance. And, by the way, you can get dialed in with it by going through an EXTENSIVE fitting. I’m talking about more than 200 configurations for you gearheads out there.
We can’t stress this enough – making putts at medium range is game-changing. In the past, we had 10’ putts. At this distance, we saw the great separation in performance between the best and worst putters. This remains true despite the integration of PuttView and changing some internal parameters. If a putter excels at mid-range, it will likely make its way to the top of the leaderboard, and in the case of this year, propel a putter to victory.
These are the best blade putters for medium putts.
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Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 is the best blade putter of 2025. On mid-range putts, where we typically find the greatest performance difference between models, it obliterates the competition. If you're confident with short- and long-range putts, but struggle with mid-range, Tommy Armour Impact No.2 is worth trying.
Golf equipment prices continue to soar. Blade putters and putters in general are no different. With putters, you're paying for the name in some scenarios. Others, you're paying for exquisite craftsmanship. Tommy Armour Impact No.2 won't break your bank. It is $149.99 and performs.
Relative to the field, Tommy Armour Impact No. 2's PuttView Handicap score is average. From an eyeball test, it still does well. However, there are better performing blade putters on short and long range putts.
Tommy Armour putters are not strangers to Most Wanted testing. They’re a previous winner of Most Wanted. As we journey into a new era of putter testing here at MyGolfSpy, Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 claims the top spot of the best blade putter of 2025. With the integration of PuttView, we see Impact No. 2 outclass the competition overall, but most noticeably on mid range putts. Its PuttView Handicap from mid range is 5.4 points better than the next closest competitor.
“I like it. Attractive profile and easy to align. Rolls the ball well.”
“I would change out the grip decent putter and a good option price point.”
“Performs well, nothing special from a feel and looks perspective.”
“Good on mishits, forgiving if you will.”
It’s a new era in Most Wanted Putter testing and Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 sets the stage with an impressive performance on medium (mid range) putts. This is the distance range that is most impactful for overall performance because it creates separation. Generally, performance on shorter putts will be fairly tight. Longer putts have a little separation, especially when a putter consistently makes putts. Yet, medium range putts are the true tell and Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 knocks it out of the park. It single handily propels it to the top of the leaderboard.
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Making mid-range putts can change the dynamic of a golf round in a heartbeat. We all love the feeling of having a good look at birdie or draining an epic par save. With the PING Scottsdale Anser, you have a strong chance of being effective with your mid-range putting. It ranks second overall for this scoring category.
Compared to the field, PING Scottsdale Anser misses the mark when it comes to long putt performance. Despite excelling from mid range and being above average for short range, it ranks in the bottom half for PuttView Handicap for our long range scoring category. If you struggle with longer putts already, you may want to steer clear of the Scottsdale Anser.
PING Scottsdale Anser ranks second overall for PuttView Handicap from mid-range. There is a significant performance differential in the mid-range scoring category. Even before the integration of PuttView, mid-range putting efficiency either makes or breaks a putter’s overall performance. Scottsdale Anser is a prime example of this. It ranks sixth overall in this year’s test and its mid-range result helps immensely.
“Classic, comfortable with it. Rolls the ball well.”
“More traditional, familiar with it. Solid putter overall.”
“Traditional, two tone dark color scheme is nice. Rolls the ball decently.”
“Too large of an alignment line. Good putter overall though.”
PING Scottsdale Anser benefits from producing a stellar result in our medium-length putt scenario. Much like its top-performing counterpart (the overall winner), it excels at proximity to the hole and putts made, which are key components to PuttView Handicap scoring. Most testers love the traditional look, which is no surprise. All in all, it might leave a little bit on the table overall despite its top-tier performance from mid-range putts.
Being consistent with longer putts is a key ingredient for performance. Making putts helps, but also maintaining speed control and closer proximity to the hole are critical factors. The putters that achieve these three performance traits rise to the top.
These are the best blade putters for long putts.
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Performance speaks for itself and Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 is the best blade putter on long-range putts. Throughout the test, Super Select Newport 2 made 21.88 percent of putts and had an average distance to the hole of 1.13 feet.
There is no denying Scotty Cameron's appeal. Golfers love the sound, feel and looks of Scotty Cameron putters. This is evident by how our testing pool rates the Super Select Newport 2.
In our testing, mid-range is where rubber meets the road. Despite its overall performance, Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 doesn't crack the top 10 for PuttView Handicap on mid-range putts.
Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 rises to the occasion and claims the best PuttView Handicap for long-range putts. Long-range performance is a critical ingredient in putting. When you can lag putt effectively and efficiently, you’ll see your golf scores lower. Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 is among the leaders in make percentage and proximity to the hole. Subjectively, our testers rank it as the best blade putter for sound, feel, looks and likelihood of purchase.
“Feel is great. I can see why they’re popular.”
“Fantastic from long range, made 3 and that’s great for me.”
“If it wasn’t for the cost of the putter, I would buy it. I like everything about the putter.”
“Appealing sound and feel. Rolls the ball exceptionally well. Too thin of a profile.”
Subjectively, you won’t find a more appealing putter to the masses, which is one of the reasons why Scotty Cameron putters will always be popular. This go-round, performance speaks for itself. It performs well on long putts relative to the field. Our testers noted how comfortable they felt with the putter on longer putts. Its performance starts to flutter the closer you get to the hole, though, so keep this in mind.
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Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 excels on short- and long-range putts. It ranks second for long-range putts and fourth for short-range putts. With performance on short- and long-range putts, Impact No. 1 makes a strong case for being a blade putter worth trying. In other words, it is a great value option for most golfers.
There is one performance weakness of Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 and it is its PuttView Handicap score on mid-range putts. Mid-range is where we see performance vary the most and Impact No. 1 is below average relative to the field on mid-range putts. So, be wary if you're considering this putter.
Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 is the runner-up for PuttView Handicap in our long-range scoring category. It narrowly misses out on the top spot for longer putts. It won’t have the reputation like that of Scotty Cameron. But, for the price, it offers plenty of appeal, especially since it places ninth overall for PuttView Handicap.
“For the price, it isn’t bad at all. Great value option.”
“Simplistic look, which I like. I’d buy it in a pinch.”
“I like the feel, balance, and looks.”
“Great feel, made a lot of putts. Felt really confident with it.”
Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 is a solid performer for short and long putts, which help it crack the top 10 overall in blade putter testing. Due to this performance, it is a great value option outside of the top overall performers. It is worthy of your consideration and features a more traditional profile versus the Impact No. 2.
All of our testing is predicated on data. Without it, our testing is irrelevant. With PuttView, our putter testing as a whole is enhanced forever. It goes from the best in the industry to, well, the definitive best in the industry.
In addition to the data implications, PuttView makes our putter tests significantly more dynamic. On the golf course, every putt is different: distance, slope, break, speed. While we’ve always tested putters from multiple distances, we weren’t able to integrate other aspects of putting that golfers experience on the golf course.
With our custom-developed randomized testing protocol, we’re able to replicate on-course putting more accurately. Every putter is tested under identical conditions. Every tester hits the same number of putts from uphill, downhill, left- and right-breaking and straight—but the exact locations are randomized. The hope is to prevent golfers from getting grooved in from one location, making the results more reflective of actual putting performance.
But the biggest leap forward is data and there is plenty of data.
As we become more familiar with the gold mine that is PuttView, our goal is to mine data, evaluate, and repurpose our findings into subsequent putter content.
In past putter tests, we’ve relied purely on strokes gained and total putts holed to determine our Most Wanted winners. Although these metrics provide a clear picture of which putters perform well throughout the testing process, they don’t give additional insights and they make results confusing.
We partnered with PuttView to create a more understandable result. Something that most golfers can relate to – a handicap.
PuttView Handicap is defined as:
“A measure of a player’s putting ability representing the number of strokes above or below par. The PuttView Handicap is calculated based on the Stokes Gained, i.e. compares the current performances with an average tour player for the given putt distances”
The PuttView Handicap scores dictate the overall results. They are broken down in three ranges:
The overall winner has the best PuttView Handicap average.
Keep in mind that the results are based on an average tour player’s performance for the given putt distances.
Most Wanted Blade Putter testing took 160 hours and included 32 blade models. 20 avid golfers took part in the test.
Each tester hit 32 putts with each putter throughout the entirety of the test. The test scenario is completely randomized in order to create a more realistic putting experience. There are four distances during the test scenario:
Straight and flat putts are prioritized. Yet, with PuttView, we are able to implement uphill, downhill, left to right, and right to left braking putts. This further enhances the testing scenario and creates more realistic putting conditions. However, we approach it with balance as our goal is to test putter performance – not a golfer’s ability to read a green. Too many variations in the environment can water down the actual evaluation of putter performance.
| Putter Name | Avg. Putt View Overall Handicap | Avg. Putt View Short Handicap | Avg. Putt View Medium Handicap | Avg. Putt View Long Handicap |
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| Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 | -6.1 | -3.6 | -9.6 | -7.7 |
| Runner Golf Blade | -5.5 | -5.6 | -3.2 | -7.7 |
| Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 | -5.5 | -4.5 | -3.6 | -9.4 |
| Never Compromise Model 1 | -5.0 | -5.5 | -0.9 | -8.3 |
| T Squared TS-503 | -4.9 | -4.9 | -3.0 | -7.0 |
| PING Scottsdale Anser | -4.9 | -4.3 | -4.2 | -6.9 |
| Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 | -4.8 | -4.3 | -1.1 | -9.6 |
| Odyssey Ai-One Milled Two T | -4.8 | -4.8 | -1.5 | -8.1 |
| Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 | -4.6 | -5.2 | 1.1 | -9.4 |
| Never Compromise Model 2 | -4.5 | -5.8 | 0.9 | -7.4 |
| Evnroll Neo Classic ER2 | -4.1 | -5.0 | 2.1 | -8.6 |
| Bettinardi Queen B 6 | -4.1 | -4.8 | 1.1 | -8.0 |
| Sub 70 001C | -4.0 | -2.7 | -2.2 | -8.5 |
| Vice Golf VGP01 | -3.9 | -4.0 | -1.6 | -5.9 |
| T Squared TS-905 | -3.9 | -4.0 | 0.3 | -7.6 |
| Astral Blade | -3.6 | -2.6 | -2.7 | -6.7 |
| Wilson Infinite Michigan Ave | -3.5 | -3.4 | -0.2 | -6.9 |
| Mizuno OMOI Type 4 | -3.3 | -4.3 | -1.2 | -3.4 |
| Evnroll V2 | -3.2 | -4.3 | 3.1 | -7.4 |
| PING PLD Milled Anser 4D | -3.1 | -1.5 | -0.9 | -8.4 |
| Meridian Seaside | -2.7 | -2.3 | 1.5 | -7.8 |
| Astral Mid-Mallet | -2.6 | -1.3 | -0.9 | -6.8 |
| Meridian Savannah | -2.5 | -2.6 | 3.1 | -7.8 |
| PXG Milled Tour Series Brandon | -2.3 | -0.2 | -1.8 | -7.0 |
| Odyssey Ai-One #1 | -2.3 | -0.5 | -0.4 | -7.5 |
| Piretti Tesora 2 CU | -2.2 | -0.1 | 0.5 | -8.9 |
| Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 8 | -2.1 | -1.8 | 1.7 | -6.6 |
| Stix Compete Blade | -2.0 | 0.4 | -1.5 | -7.7 |
| Mizuno OMOI Type 2 | -1.8 | -2.9 | 5.0 | -6.6 |
| Jaxon Golf Mark | -1.4 | -1.4 | 2.9 | -5.7 |
| Wilson Infinite West Loop | -0.9 | 1.5 | 2.2 | -8.6 |
| PXG Battle Ready II Closer | -0.6 | -0.8 | 3.4 | -4.3 |
Performance is key. It always has been and always will be. Based on the current evaluation parameters, there is a 5.5 stroke difference in PuttView Handicap between the best and worst-performing blade putters overall.
Building on our first insight, short and medium putts tell the performance story, especially medium putts. We’ve always known medium putts create separation in performance. But now, we have a clearer understanding of how impactful poor putting on shorter putts can be.
For short putts, there is a 7.3 PuttView Handicap differential from best to worst. This is a larger separation of PuttView Handicap relative to longer putts. Below, you’ll see the PuttView Handicap examples of best vs worst for the Never Compromise Model 2 and Wilson Infinite West Loop. These were the best and worst performers on short putts.
For medium putts, there is a 14.6 PuttView Handicap differential from best to worst. This speaks for itself. It is an absurd performance differential and shows how important it is to putt well on mid-range putts.
Both of these ranges greatly impact performance. Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 ran away from the competition on medium putts. However, its mediocre performance on short putts brought it back down to reality and made the overall score closer than it should have been.
Scotty Cameron wipes the floor from a subjective appeal standpoint. This shouldn’t surprise anyone. On the flip side, we have Runner Blade, which rates near the bottom for almost every subjective feedback we get from our testers. Guess which one had a better overall performance? Runner Blade.
Another example is Evnroll V2. It ranks just behind Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2 subjectively. It finishes in a slightly below average position for PuttView Handicap.
Sure, subjective appeal might give you confidence and make you feel all giddy inside. But, when push comes to shove, it won’t always lead to better performance.
Tommy Armour Impact No. 1 receives our coveted best value award. It is the 2nd best putter on long putts, which is its strength. Furthermore, it produces good results on short putts. The combination of these two PuttView Handicaps propels it to 9th place overall. If you can’t’ get the best blade putter on the market, Impact No. 1 is a great alternative for the price.
Putting performance will obviously be influenced by making putts. However, you can still be effective and efficient without making a high percentage of putts. Proximity to the hole plays a huge role in overall performance, especially in the calculation of PuttView Handicap. You can make 50% of your putts, but depending on where you miss and how you miss can greatly affect performance.
During the 32-putt test scenario, testers hit a single putt from each starting location. PuttView registers where the ball comes to rest and applies a calculation. If you miss a 4’ putt severely and more than once, it’ll cripple a PuttView Handicap in a heartbeat. Whereas, missing an 18’ putt minimally might have less of an impact.
World-class testing requires world-class equipment. This is the gear we trust to help us fulfill our Most Wanted testing.
Cancer Survivor. Amputee Golfer. Essentially, a OneLeggedBoss. When he isn't facilitating testing or analyzing data, Phillip enjoys his family time, practicing and playing golf, unwinding with video games, capturing photos of nature, or devouring pretzels.
| Driver Titleist TSR3 | 3 Wood Titleist TSR3 |
| Driving Iron Titleist U505 | Irons (5-6) Titleist T200 |
| Irons (7-PW) Titleist T150 | Wedges (50, 56, 60) Titleist Vokey SM10 |
| Putter L.A.B. Mezz.1 Max | Ball Titleist Pro V1x |
1 month ago
Never heard of several of these manufacturers. Also would have been nice to include the zero torque for comparison purposes.
2 weeks ago
I was thinking the same thing! Specifically including the Bettinardi Antidote SB1.
2 months ago
Some beautiful putters but – The Toulon Chicago has been my dream flat stick and I am sticking with it.
2 months ago
I love the test and the data.
2 months ago
How long is a “short putt”?? 4 feet? It is not mentioned. Does midrange include both 8 Ft and 12 ft?
T Squared is misspelled.
The Cleveland HB Soft 2 Black Model 1 is missing a long putt score. The overall score is duplicated.
Why did you give best value to the Tommy Armour model 1 when the 2 won the test and costs the same?
Wow this website really kills my phone battery. I lost 20% just reading this article! Plus it reloads a lot. Maybe it’s all the videos that play and jump around the page.
2 months ago
Never mind the test results, which I kind of question. Have you ever heard of the idea of showing a photo looking down on a putter…the part we actually see at address? Why do I give a crap what the sole looks like?
2 months ago
Have used most of the well known putters through the years & they all work well – give the Indian some credit too. Early Mizuno-Bettinardi milled putters were terrific & so were Scotty 1-piece milled. A Cleveland VP, 1-piece milled that I received free when I bought some gear was also great, I personally believe that when they started selling milled putters that had inserts, they may have made them softer feeling, but something changed in their accuracy. The same with Titleist & Ping. Just find one that you like & works for you whatever the cost, 0 or $500 & go play…
2 months ago
That Blade Runner (sounds better flipped in my head) is quite intriuging. Looks like a space harmonica. Would love to try it.
2 months ago
$$$ 450$$$ for a Putter??? You’re shitting me! It aint the arrow,it;s the Indian!!!
2 months ago
What are the distances for the short, medium, and long range putts?
2 months ago
The “BEST” putter, regardless of your testing is the one which performs “BEST” for any individual’s path, stroke, putting cadence and sound/appearance upon FITTING ! I have owned dozens of off the shelf and off of E Bay putters over the years and have a collection of about 20 Scotty Camerons and Pings of various styles and vintages with which I have putted “well”–but NEVER as well as my Carlsbad Studio fitted EVNroll EV2, supporting my opening statement. A marriage until death do us part.
2 months ago
Yes, you’re right. They should have done an individual putter test with every golfer on the planet.
2 months ago
Years ago, it was said Billy Casper was the best putter. These days, you never see his name on Best Putter List. Does anyone know if the pros are better putters now than years ago?
2 months ago
I kills me that in the best for looks, sound, feel and likelihood of purchase is Scotty for all of them. I promise if you could do a blind test and take the name off of it that Scotty would drop. Why is a $450 the most likely to be purchased especially when it finished 7th overall and just behind a $250 Ping and well behind the Cleveland? Scotty has done a masterful job at marketing but I wish people would realize there are so many better putters out there and Cleveland being a great example as they continue to finish year after year at the top of the tests.
2 months ago
Why isn’t the LAB Golf Link not in this test? Feel like it would do well being lie angle balanced.
2 months ago
Seems like a miss not having the LAB Link 1 in the test.
2 months ago
You just wanted to put Runner in Runner Up position, no matter what, didn’t you LMAO
2 months ago
None of the zero-torque blade putters tested?
2 months ago
Honestly, if I was manufacturing one, I would be reluctant to put it into this sort of horse race. I have a L.A.B., and there was a definite learning curve involved after I bought it (that said, I’ve never putted as well with any other in the past).
2 months ago
Thought the same thing. While it is understandable to trim down the list of putters to test, it’s an obvious lapse by omitting all zero-torque putters – not a true comprehensive market guide for putters.
2 months ago
Per prior articles on the Puttview and the new testing approach they said zero torque would be its own category. This is blades some expect mallets and zero torque articles.
2 months ago
Does the Runner Blade bring tears in the rain?
2 months ago
It’s seen things you people wouldn’t believe.
David J Clement
4 weeks ago
+1 for the Tommy Armour Impact No. 2.
You’ve posted up great recent review articles on blades and also on mallets. Thinking my go-to Nike Method Core 001 might finally be surpassed, I tried several of these out this morning. I was fitted for a standard lie 35” blade style putter years ago so I stuck with that spec today. I had to go to my local stores by both Golf Galaxy (sole local seller for the Tommy Armour) and PGA Tour SuperStore to do it though due to out of stock situations. I came home with the Tommy Armour Impact No. 2 having traded in my older Nike MC001 for it. I was able to do a “putt off” of my Nike against each of:
L.A.B. Golf DF3 Putter – amazing mallet putter! This may be the best putter I’ve ever tried.
Evnroll Neo Classic 2 Putter – nice but the Impact No. 2 felt better
Cleveland HB SOFT 2 Putter – Model 1 head to head against the Impact No. 2, I preferred the latter
TOMMY ARMOUR IMPACT NO. 2 – I bought it!
I’d like to see you expand your existing data to have it show us the best putter – period – whether that be a blade or a mallet. I have a 90-day play guaranty and can swap my Impact No.2 for credit against the DF3 should I wish to. Unfortunately I was unable to take the DF3 head-to-head against the Impact No.2 as Golf Galaxy was out of stock on my required 35” version. I guess I COULD take my new putter to the PGA SS and try it against the DF3 that was in stock and correct for me. But… is it $300 better and can I accept its visuals (never had a mallet before) when I line up for a putt?