Best Putters 2025: 72 models tested to help you find the perfect putter and hole more putts
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Finding the best putter for your game is crucial as it’s the most used club in your bag. Since putting makes up a huge part of your game, now is the perfect time to invest in a putter that suits your style and helps you sink more putts.
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- At a glance
- Best blade putters
- Best mallet putters
- Best zero-torque putters
- Putter test results
- Which type of putter should you choose?
- Hosels explained
- Buying guide
- FAQs
Putting can make or break a round of golf. Whether you’re chasing birdies, scrambling pars, or dodging the dreaded three-putt, the right putter can be the difference between a career-best score and another round of “what ifs.” But with so many styles, shapes, hosels, and head weights to choose from, finding the best putter for you can feel overwhelming.
That’s why we’ve gone all in. Over two days at Prince’s Golf Club, we tested 72 of the newest and most talked-about putters in golf, hitting over 7,500 putts to uncover the best blades, best mallets, and best zero-torque models in 2025. Whether you’re a traditionalist or a tech-head, arc-stroker or straight-back-straight-through, this guide is designed to help you find the putter that fits you — so you can start draining more putts, with more confidence.
Best Putters 2025: At a glance
Best blade putter: Toulon Hollywood H1 | View Offer
Best mallet putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck | View Offer
Best zero-torque putter: Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird | View Offer
Read on for our selection of our favorite and best-performing putters in 2025…
Best blade putters 2025
TG TEST RATING 85.71%
Not only did the Hollywood win the award for being the best blade putter, but it also took the gold medal for looks out of all 72 putters tested (not just blades).
Away from looks, the Hollywood excelled in every area. The feedback from this putter is absolutely out of this world (No.1 in the entire test). The extensive milling process the 304 stainless steel face endures definitely helps to provide a soft feel.
Tying in with feedback is how well the ball rolls off the putter face. The Hollywood finished in T1 for roll against all 72 putters. Another win for the Hollywood in the blade category is for stability. Being the size it is, this putter is extremely stable.
As you can probably imagine, alignment isn't the best feature of the Hollywood. The single white dot doesn't offer much assistance, but it's easy to square up behind the ball.
Out of 25, only one of our testers scored the Hollywood below 20 (19), very high marks for a very premium putter. A deserving winner of the blades category.
Pros
- No.1 blade putter of 2025
- Looks amazing
- Feedback and roll are incredible
- Super stable for a blade putter
Cons
- Alignment isn't this putters strongsuit
| Loft | 2° - 4° |
| Lie Angle | 68° - 72° |
| Length | 33" - 38" |
- 304 Stainless steel
- Deep tuna face mill
- Full shaft offset
- H1 Hosel
- 355g Head weight
- 45° Toe hang
TG TEST RATING 82.86%
For a slim blade putter, it's very easy to align and stable. Those two areas are where you'd perhaps expect a blade to be marked down, but that's not the case with the Ai-One Silver Milled Two. Alignment receiving a score of 3.43 might seem low, but for blades, that's the joint-fifth-highest score.
I've already mentioned looks, but I have to touch on it again. The silver is really eye-catching. It's very traditional, but the gold Ai-One insert really adds to the putter and livens it up. Touching on the Ai-One insert, that's what makes the ball roll so well off the face and deliver the amazing feedback.
The Odyssey Ai-One Silved Milled Two might not have won any categories, but overall, it was the second-best blade putter in our test. One of our testers scored this putter 24 out of 25 (the highest mark achieved for a blade putter, and only three scored this in the entire test).
Pros
- Joint-highest rated blade putter in our 2025 test
- Good alignment aid
- Looks fantastic
- Very stable for a blade putter
Cons
- Slim blade isn't the most confident-inspiring
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 68° - 72° |
| Length | 32" - 36" |
- Ai-One insert
- Full shaft offset
- 43° Toe hang
- 350g Head weight
- SL 90 shaft
- Milled pistol grip
TG TEST RATING 82%
In my opinion, the iconic Newport 2 is the best it has been in years. In every area, this is a great putter, and it thoroughly deserves its position on the podium.
The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2 is an exquisite, premium, pure putter that rolls amazingly end-over-end with every stroke. The impressive roll can be linked to alignment. Despite being a relatively thin blade, it sits well behind the ball, and it's very easy to trust the line. The Newport 2 finished T3 for roll and stability alongside the fifth-best blade putter.
I'm surprised the Newport 2 didn't finish first in any categories, but it did pick up the silver medal in two categories - feedback and looks - only losing out on the top spot to the No.1 overall blade putter.
The Newport 2 scored extremely well in our 2025 putter test, best of all five Scotty Cameron's we tested. This iconic putter is a great choice for blade lovers or golfers looking for a pure flat stick.
Pros
- Joint-highest rated blade putter in our 2025 test
- Classic and iconic design
- Amazing feedback from the insert
Cons
- Very conistsent and hard to pick a fault
| Loft | 2.5° - 4.5° |
| Lie Angle | 68° - 72° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Studio Carbon Steel (SCS) face insert
- Chain-link face milling technology
- 303 Stainless steel
- Medium toe flow
- Full shaft offset
TG TEST RATING 81.71%
Obviously, finishing just outside the podium is painful, but out of 24 blades, and being one of only three blade putters with a score of 24, the Newport 2.5 Plus has a lot to be proud of.
There's no denying this is a great-looking putter - it finished T3 for looks. Feedback was exactly the same story. The Studio Carbon Steel face insert delivers a premium feel on every stroke.
I did think stability would've been this putter's strong suit in the blades category, but that didn't materialise. However, a score of 4 is very respectable.
The Newport 2.5 Plus might not have won any awards, but it's a great blade putter if you're looking for something slightly wider.
Pros
- Joint-highest rated blade putter in our 2025 test
- Such a good-looking putter
- Alignment and stability is strong for a blade putter
Cons
- Wider blade might not please the traditionalist
| Loft | 2.5° - 4.5° |
| Lie angle | 68° - 72° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Studio Carbon Steel (SCS) face insert
- Chain-link face milling technology
- 303 Stainless steel
- Jet neck
- Near maximum toe flow
- 3/4 Shat offset
TG TEST RATING 79.33%
Feedback was slightly lower than I expected, but 4 out of 5 isn't bad by any stretch. The Queen B 8 sits amazingly at address, and it does help with alignment. Speaking of, this putter scored well there, 3.5 might not sound great, but among the blade putters, it's T3.
Where I would say this putter missed out on a podium position is stability. While the ball rolled well, and the feedback was impressive, the putter didn't feel as stable through impact as other blade putters.
Had this putter been a tad more stable and produced slightly better feedback, the Queen B 8 could easily have achieved a medal. That being said, a fifth-place finish is really good.
Pros
- Lovely Royal Rose PVD finish
- The ball rolls incredibly well off the face
- Frames the ball nicely and is easy to align
Cons
- Compact head almost looks toy-like
| Loft | 1° - 5° |
| Lie angle | 68° - 73° |
| Length | 33" - 38" |
- Mini honeycomb face milling
- Royal Rose PVD finish
- 303 Stainless steel
- 362g weight
- Full shaft offset
- 1/4 Toe hang
Best mallet putters 2025
TG TEST RATING 86.29%
It probably comes as no surprise that the best mallet putter was one of only four putters (three mallets) to be awarded a score of 25. One of our testers described this putter as a "cheat code" because of how effortless it is to putt with.
The Spider Tour X L-Neck was never outside the top three in any category. This putter finished in T3 for roll and looks. I'm surprised by both of them. Mainly roll because the ball rolls amazingly off the TPU Pure Roll insert. However, another TaylorMade model did take the crown for roll.
The True Path alignment massively helps to line the ball up to the hole. A T2 finish for alignment is highly respectable, considering the winner for best alignment also features True Path alignment.
The Spider Tour X L-Neck finished in first position for feedback and stability. Not only is this the most stable mallet putter, it's the second most stable putter out of the 72 we tested, only behind the best zero-torque putter.
This putter is absolutely foolproof. The Spider Tour X L-Neck sits amazingly behind the ball, rolls the rock end-over-end, feels incredible, and is used by the best male player in the world. Do you need any more reasons to give this putter a go yourself?
Pros
- Used by the No.1 men's player in the world
- Joint-highest rated mallet putter in our 2025 test
- Incredibly stable and super easy to align
- Amazing roll and feedback
Cons
- Very hard to fault
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 70° |
| Length | 34" - 35" |
- True Path Alignment system
- TPU Pure Roll insert
- Grooves angled at 45°
- HYBRAR ECHO Damper
- 21° Toe hang
TG TEST RATING 85.71%
Sadly, for the TaylorMade Spider Tour, it narrowly missed out on being crowned the best mallet putter of 2025, but it lost absolutely nothing in defeat.
The Spider Tour had the best roll of every mallet putter we tested, and the joint best in the entire test, alongside the No.1 blade putter. This putter also won the best alignment award, with a score of 4.57 (best of every putter we tested).
Feedback was the only area where the Spider Tour dropped below 4, and for looks, it scored 4. The Spider Tour is such a recognisable and iconic shape that's been played by some of the best putters in the world. It's hardly surprising this putter performed so well in our test. It's just a shame the Spider Tour X L-Neck exists.
Pros
- Outstanding roll
- Great alignment
- Iconic and stylish design
Cons
- Feedback let this putter down
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 70° |
| Length | 34" - 35" |
- True Path Alignment system
- TPU Pure Roll insert
- Grooves angled at 45°
- Short slant hosel
- 29° Toe hang
TG TEST RATING 84.57%
The Ai-One Jailbird Mini was voted as the best-looking mallet putter, and it wasn't outside of the top three for alignment, stability, or feedback. For roll, it finished in T6. A very consistent scorer across the board, and it's no wonder it finished third overall.
The biggest compliment you can give the Jailbird Mini is that it's exceptionally consistent. It's a very pleasant putter, and one you can trust. That's priceless on the greens.
Pros
- A super consisent mallet putter
- best-looking mallet putter
- Very stable and great for alignment
Cons
- Didn't roll as good as other Odyssey putters
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 70° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Ai-One insert
- Versa alignment
- SL 90 shaft
- Navy blue PVD finish
- 1/2 Shaft offset
- 360g Head weight
TG TEST RATING 82.86%
What we all love about this putter is how well the ball rolls off the Ai-One insert. It almost felt automatic, as though you didn't even need to make a stroke, and the ball would roll easily to the hole. That's also thanks to its stability.
It's somewhat surprising the Ai-One Milled Rossie V scored lowest for feedback, but it's not a bad score. Looks and alignment were scored exactly the same. I guess the two go hand in hand because the design of the putter helps to frame the golf ball.
The Ai-One Milled Rossie V finished just outside the podium places, T4, in the mallet category. It's a very solid putter that effortlessly delivers a positive roll. Certainly one for you to consider.
Pros
- Super stable putter
- Roll is great off the titanium Ai-One insert
- Easy to align because the head frames the ball nicely
Cons
- Feedback wasn't as strong as other Odyssey models
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 70° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Ai-One titanium insert
- Milled stainless steel head
- SL 90 shaft
- Navy blue PVD finish
- 3/4 Shaft offset
- 0° Toe hang
TG TEST RATING 82.86%
Given the popularity of the fang-style mallet, it comes as no surprise that the Las Vegas took second place for looks. The roll off the 304 stainless steel is absolutely incredible, and it helped the Las Vegas achieve a rating of 4.43, giving it a T3 finish for roll.
Where this putter lost ground on those above is with alignment. A couple of us found the contrasting white lines framed the golf ball perfectly, while other testers didn't think it helped enough with alignment. Ultimately, this is what led the Las Vegas finishing in a tie for fourth position, and a little way off the bronze medal position.
I will say, if you're looking for a premium putter that's going to turn heads and strike up a conversation, this is the one.
Pros
- A great-looking mallet
- Very popular fang-style mallet
- Amazing roll
Cons
- Difficult to fault but it is an expensive putter compared to other models
| Loft | 2° - 4° |
| Lie angle | 68° - 72° |
| Length | 33" - 38" |
- 304 Stainless steel
- Deep tuna face mill
- H7 Hosel
- 360g Head weight
- 45° Toe hang
Best zero-torque putters 2025
TG TEST RATING 86.29%
As the best zero-torque putter, it's perhaps unsurprising this putter is the best overall putter for stability out of the 72 we tested. Based on its size, weight, and feel, the Square 2 Square Jailbird feels incredibly stable. Factor in how easy it is to align putts with this putter, and you've got a recipe for success.
Highlighting the dominance of the Ai-One Square 2 Square in the zero-torque category is the fact that it was the only zero-torque putter to be awarded full marks by one of our testers (one of only four putters to score 25 in the entire test).
The Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird excelled in our putter test. After all, who doesn't want a super stable putter that rolls well, feels great, and is easy to align?
Pros
- The most stable putter in our test
- Really easy to square up and align
- Brilliant value for money
Cons
- Not the best looking putter on the market
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie Angle | 72° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Ai-One insert
- Built-in forward press
- SL 90 shaft
- Navy blue PVD finish
TG TEST RATING 80.57%
The MEZZ.1 MAX is the putter I currently have in my bag, and after testing out 71 other putters, I can't see any reason to change.
It might not be the best-looking putter or provide the best feedback, but it delivers a solid roll, it's incredibly stable, and it's easy to line up.
Out of all 72 putters we tested, the MEZZ.1 MAX finished just outside the top 10, in 11th position, but with a score over 80 percent, there isn't a better L.A.B. Golf putter on the market. However, one model was very close...
Pros
- Highly forgiving
- Super stable putter
- Amazing roll
Cons
- Can't pick the ball up
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 63° - 79.5° |
| Length | 28" - 38" |
- 303 Stainless steel midsection
- 6061 Aircraft aluminum body
- Built-in forward press
TG TEST RATING 79.43%
The stainless steel insert in the L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i definitely makes this putter perform differently from every other L.A.B. Golf putter. Our testers thought this model rolled the worst out of the three L.A.B. Golf putters we tested. It's definitely worth testing this model compared to the OZ.1 (without the insert).
Stability was very good, as expected, but not as good as other zero-torque putters. However, the feedback from the insert was appreciated. Out of the zero-torque putters, the OZ.1i finished second for feedback.
The looks of the OZ.1i definitely helped it achieve a third position finish in our zero-torque category. But, there are a lot of golfers who'll only play with a putter that's kind on the eye. If this sounds like you, and you want to join the zero-torque revolution, the OZ.1i is certainly a model for you.
Pros
- Incredibly stable
- Best-looking L.A.B. Golf putter
- Available with vertical or forward shaft lean
Cons
- Smaller head isn't as easy to align
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 63° - 79.5° |
| Length | 28" - 38" |
- 6061 Aluminum head
- 303 Stainless steel insert
- Vertical or forward shaft lean
- Designed with Adam Scott
TG TEST RATING 77.33%
While the DF3 definitely rolls the rock well, it was only good enough for second, behind the No.1 zero-torque putter. That's also the case for stability, too. There's no denying the DF3 is a very consistent putter that performs impeccably throughout the stroke, but, sadly, just not good enough to win any awards.
As far as alignment goes, the DF3 isn't one of the easiest zero-torque putters to line up, but with L.A.B. Golf, there are so many alignment aids available, you can find the best option for your eye.
It seems unfair not to give the DF3 an award, had it scored even the test average for looks, it would have pipped the OZ.1i to third position. However, fourth place isn't bad, is it?
Pros
- Feels amazing
- Great stability
- Loads of customisation options
Cons
- Design isn't to everyone's liking
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 63° - 79.5° |
| Length | 28" - 38" |
- Lie Angle Balance technology
- Gimme getter
- Built-in forward press
TG TEST RATING 75.43%
Overall, the Square 2 Square #7 finished fifth among zero-torque putters, but given the putters that have finished ahead of it, I think it's finished as well as it possibly could have. It definitely isn't as stable as the Jailibird or the three L.A.B. Golf putters, and the feedback isn't as solid.
However, it's got more shelf appeal than the DF3, and it rolls just as well as the OZ.1i. On the whole, it's difficult to argue with where the Square 2 Square #7 finished.
Up against the Square 2 Square Jailbird, this putter almost seems inferior, but depending on what you want out of the putter, I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss the Square 2 Square #7.
Pros
- Incredibly popular fang-style mallet
- Alignment is amazing
- Decent roll
Cons
- Not as impressive as the Jailbird
| Loft | 3° |
| Lie angle | 72° |
| Length | 33" - 35" |
- Ai-One insert
- Built-in forward press
- SL 90 shaft
- Navy blue PVD finish
Best Putters 2025: Results
Here you can see how all 72 putters performed in our 2025 putters test. The percentage score is out of 175. The scoring is based on five categories: looks, alignment, stability, feedback, and roll. Each putter was awarded a score between one and five, in each category, by all seven testers. Meaning a maximum possible score for one putter by one tester was 25. The overall score of each putter out of 175 determined its percentage score.
| Ranking | Manufacturer | Model | Category | Score (percentage) |
| T1 | Odyssey | Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird | Zero-torque | 86.29 |
| T1 | TaylorMade | Spider Tour X L-Neck | Mallet | 86.29 |
| T3 | Toulon | Hollywood H1 | Blade | 85.71 |
| T3 | TaylorMade | Spider Tour | Mallet | 85.71 |
| 5 | Odyssey | Ai-One Jailbird Mini Slant | Mallet | 84.57 |
| T6 | Odyssey | Ai-One Milled Rossie V T DB | Mallet | 82.86 |
| T6 | Toulon | Las Vegas H7 | Mallet | 82.86 |
| T6 | Odyssey | Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH | Blade | 82.86 |
| 9 | Scotty Cameron | Studio Style Newport 2 | Blade | 82 |
| 10 | Scotty Cameron | Studio Style Newport 2.5 Plus | Blade | 81.71 |
| 11 | L.A.B. Golf | MEZZ.1 MAX | Zero-torque | 80.57 |
| 12 | L.A.B. Golf | OZ.1i | Zero-torque | 79.43 |
| 13 | Bettinardi | Queen B 8 | Blade | 79.33 |
| 14 | Ping | Prime Tyne 4 | Mallet | 78.86 |
| 15 | L.A.B. Golf | DF3 | Zero-torque | 77.33 |
| T16 | Ping | Oslo 3 | Mallet | 77.14 |
| T16 | Cobra | Sport-40 Vintage | Blade | 77.14 |
| 18 | Scotty Cameron | Studio Style Newport Plus | Blade | 76.57 |
| T19 | Scotty Cameron | Studio Style Squareback 2 | Mallet | 76 |
| T19 | Mizuno | M.Craft X Five | Mallet | 76 |
| T19 | MacGregor | MT Milled 004 | Blade | 76 |
| 22 | Odyssey | Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 | Zero-torque | 75.43 |
| T23 | Odyssey | Ai-One #7 Cruiser | Mallet | 74.86 |
| T23 | Toulon | Carlsbad Double Bend | Mallet | 74.86 |
| T23 | PXG | Battle Ready II Bat Attack | Mallet | 74.86 |
| 26 | PXG | Allan | Zero-torque | 74.29 |
| 27 | Vega | Merak AB | Blade | 73.71 |
| T28 | Scotty Cameron | Phantom 5.2 | Mallet | 73.14 |
| T28 | Evnroll | Zero Z2s | Zero-torque | 73.14 |
| 30 | Teardrop | TD-1 | Blade | 72.67 |
| 31 | PXG | Battle Ready II Closer | Blade | 72.57 |
| T32 | Bettinardi | Queen B 7 | Mallet | 72 |
| T32 | Evnroll | V5.2 | Mallet | 72 |
| T34 | Ping | Anser | Blade | 71.43 |
| T34 | Evnroll | V5.1 | Mallet | 71.43 |
| T34 | Wilson | Staff Model TM22 | Mallet | 71.43 |
| 37 | Odyssey | Ai-One Double Wide | Blade | 71.33 |
| 38 | Mizuno | M.Craft X Four | Mallet | 70.86 |
| 39 | Teardrop | TD-7 | Mallet | 69.71 |
| 40 | Zebra Golf | Milled Series 003 | Blade | 69.33 |
| T41 | PXG | Battle Ready II Brandon | Blade | 69.14 |
| T41 | SeeMore | Mini Giant HTx | Mallett | 69.14 |
| 43 | Bettinardi | Antidote SB2 | Zero-torque | 68.57 |
| T44 | TaylorMade | TP Black Juno | Blade | 68 |
| T44 | Evnroll | Neo Classic ER2 | Blade | 68 |
| 46 | Teardrop | TD-5 | Mallet | 66.67 |
| 47 | Vega | Merak SM | Mallet | 66.29 |
| T48 | PXG | Battle Ready II Apache | Mallet | 65.71 |
| T48 | Cobra | Supernova 3D Printed | Mallet | 65.71 |
| T50 | MacGregor | MT Milled 003 | Mallet | 65.14 |
| T50 | Cobra | Widesport Vintage | Blade | 65.14 |
| T52 | Zebra Golf | AIT 4 | Blade | 64.57 |
| T52 | Wilson | Infinite South Side | Mallet | 64.57 |
| T54 | Bettinardi | Antidote SB1 | Zero-torque | 64 |
| T54 | Zebra Golf | AIT 3 | Mallet | 64 |
| 56 | Wilson | Infinite Bucktown | Mallet | 62.29 |
| 57 | Mizuno | M.Craft X Six | Mallet | 61.71 |
| 58 | Cleveland Golf | HB Soft 2 Eleven | Mallet | 61.14 |
| 59 | TaylorMade | TP Black Ardmore | Mallet | 60.67 |
| T60 | Evnroll | Zero Z5s | Zero-torque | 60.57 |
| T60 | Wilson | Infinite Windy City | Blade | 60.57 |
| T60 | Cleveland Golf | HB Soft 2 Retreve | Mallet | 60.57 |
| 63 | RAM | FX-04 CNC Milled | Mallet | 60 |
| 64 | Cleveland Golf | Frontline Elite 1.0 | Blade | 59.43 |
| T65 | Zebra Golf | Milled Series 001 | Mallet | 57.71 |
| T65 | Wilson | Staff Model 8802 | Blade | 57.71 |
| 67 | PXG | Black Hawk | Mallet | 57.33 |
| 68 | Cleveland Golf | HB Soft 2 Eight | Blade | 57.14 |
| 69 | RAM | FX-01 CNC Milled | Blade | 56.57 |
| T70 | RAM | FX-03 CNC Milled | Mallet | 51.43 |
| T70 | Evnroll | Zero Z1 | Zero-torque | 51.43 |
| 72 | Cleveland Golf | Frontline Elite RHO | Mallet | 49.14 |
Blade vs. Mallet vs. Zero-Torque: Which type of putter should you choose?
Before you dive into head weights, face inserts, or alignment aids, the first decision to make is what shape of putter you want. The three main putter styles — blade, mallet, and the newer zero-torque designs — all feel and perform differently. Choosing the right one can instantly boost your confidence on the greens.
Blade putters
These are the classic, old-school shapes you’ve seen legends use for decades. They’re slim, simple, and usually favoured by players with more of an arc in their putting stroke. If you like a clean look at address and value feel and feedback over forgiveness, a blade could be for you.
Mallet putters
Mallets are bigger than blades and often more forgiving. Thanks to their larger heads, they typically have higher MOI (Moment of Inertia), which helps resist twisting on off-centre hits. They’re perfect for golfers who prefer a straighter, more mechanical stroke – or anyone who just wants a little extra help with alignment and consistency.
Zero-Torque putters
This is the new kid on the block. Zero-torque – otherwise known as torque-balanced or lie angle-balanced – putters are designed to stay square throughout the stroke, eliminating the rotation you get with blades and some mallets. The idea is to simplify your stroke and remove manipulation. They won’t be for everyone, but in the right hands, they can be a game-changer.
Pro tip: Try each style if you can. Even if you think you’re a blade user or a mallet lover, your stroke might say otherwise.
Hosels explained: How the neck of your putter affects your stroke
Before diving into he buying guide below. I first want to address hosels because they’re a vital aspect most golfers often overlook. It might not be the first thing you look at, but the hosel – the bit where the shaft meets the head – plays a surprisingly big role in how a putter feels and performs. Different hosel styles influence toe hang, which in turn affects how the putter opens and closes during your stroke.
Understanding the basics can help you match the right hosel to your stroke type.
Plumber’s neck
The most common hosel on blade putters. It creates moderate toe hang, making it a great fit for golfers with a slight arc in their stroke. It offers a nice blend of feel and forgiveness, which is why it’s so popular on tour.
Slant neck
Often found on compact mallets or modern blades, this hosel promotes a bit more toe hang and suits players with a stronger arc. It also gives a clean, uninterrupted view of the ball, which some golfers prefer.
Single / Double bend
Seen mainly on mallet putters, these styles usually produce a face-balanced setup – ideal for straight-back-straight-through strokes. If you don’t rotate the putter face much during your stroke, this could be your best match.
Center shaft
As the name suggests, the shaft connects to the center of the putter head. This design tends to reduce face rotation and works best for very straight strokes. Some players love the symmetry, while others find it harder to aim.
The majority of zero-torque putters have the hosel attached at the center of the putter head. This is because the Center of Gravity (CG) is located directly under the shaft axis, and this is what prevents the putter from twisting through your stroke.
Best Putters 2025: Buying Guide
We’ve already discussed the head shape and hosel options, so let’s dive into some of the finer details to consider when finding the right putter for your game.
Shaft length
The length of the putter is also crucial. Standard lengths range from 33 to 35 inches, but the correct length depends on your posture and how your eyes align over the ball. Using a putter of the right length promotes better mechanics and consistency.
As well as standard putters, there are also broomstick and arm-lock putters that are substantially longer. To determine whether putters of this length work for you, I’d strongly suggest testing one before purchasing because they won’t suit everyone.
Weight
Weight plays a significant role in putters. Heavier putters tend to produce a smoother, pendulum-like stroke and are useful on slower greens, whereas lighter putters offer more feel and control on faster greens.
Depending on your miss, this might also influence whether you want a heavier or lighter putter. For instance, if you tend to leave putts short, opting for a heavier head could help you get the ball to the hole. Whereas, if you typically race putts past the hole, going for a lighter putter might assist you in getting putts to reach the hole at dead weight.
Balance
If you’ve ever picked up a putter and held it by its balance point, you’ll have noticed it might sit with the face pointing at the sky, or it could be perpendicular to the floor. This is caused by the balance of the putter. Face-balanced putters point up at the sky, and they tend to suit players with a straight-back-straight-through stroke. Putters can vary in toe-hang, and this is when the toe sits lower than the heel. Based on how much of an arc you have in your stroke, this should influence how much toe-hang you look for. When the putter is perpendicular to the floor, this is a toe-up putter, a sign that the putter is zero-torque.
Lie angle
Lie angle isn’t as commonly considered in a putter as it is with a set of irons, but it definitely should be. Finding the right lie angle will help with your alignment because the putter will sit square at address. It will also influence the direction of your putts, in the same way it does with irons, and it will make the putter feel more comfortable because you won’t have to manipulate the putter so it sits flat.
Loft
Getting the ball rolling as soon as possible is key to consistent putting, and the best way to achieve this is by having the right loft at impact. Most putters tend to be between 2° and 4° in loft, but that might not work for everyone, especially if you add or remove loft in your stroke.
Grip
Unlike any other club in your bag, there’s no “correct” way to grip a putter. Comfort and consistency are what matter most. Some players go traditional, others get creative – if it helps you hole putts, it works. The key is finding a grip that suits how you hold the putter. If you place both thumbs down the front, a wider grip can add stability. If your grip mimics how you hold your irons, a slimmer option might feel more natural.
Alignment aids
Alignment aids come in all shapes and sizes, from a single dot to a wide stripe running from the putter face to the back of the head. They can also come in different colours. The colour you like most might not be the best colour to help you hole more putts.
Every golfer sees the line differently, so the right alignment aid is a personal thing. What helps one player square up might totally confuse another. A simple way to test if an alignment feature works for you is to line up a putt, step in as if you’re going to hit it, then walk behind the ball and check where the face is actually pointing. If it’s bang on, great – that style suits your eye. If it’s off, it’s worth trying something else.
Sound and feel
Putting is a highly personal experience, and sound and feel play a huge role in that. The material of the putter head — whether it’s a plastic insert or a milled 303 stainless steel face — can influence how it sounds and feels at impact. There’s no right or wrong here; what one golfer dislikes, another might love. The key is to find a putter that feels and sounds right for you. After all, you’re the one making the putts, not anyone else.
Price
Putters range in price from as little as £50 to as much as £600. Many golfers are happy to spend big bucks on a driver but will skimp on a putter. However, investing in a quality putter can make a real difference in your game. It’s the club you use most often, the one that can save you the most shots, and the one you’re likely to hold onto for the longest.
Consider this: even if you buy a £600 putter and keep it for 10 years (which is shorter than the average), that’s just £60 per year. When you look at it that way, the investment really starts to make sense.
Best Putters 2025: FAQs
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Best Putters 2025
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter sits very well behind the ball
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter headcover
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter has a short plumber's neck
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter frames the golf ball incredibly well
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter rolls the ball well and delivers great feedback
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter is a narrow and deep blade
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter is great for alignment
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter has a milled honeycomb pattern face
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The Royal Rose PVD finish of the Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter is very striking
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The Bettinardi Queen B 8 putter is the best Bettinardi putter from our 2025 putter test
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter rolls the ball well
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter headcover
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter sits well behind the ball
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter is a large mallet design
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter delivers great feedback and feel
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter has the "gimme getter" so you can pick up your ball
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter is very stable
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter features L.A.B. Golf's Lie Angle Balance technology
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter is centre shafted with the CG under the shaft axis
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The L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter is the best-feeling zero-torque putter
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The L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i putter has a 303 stainless steel insert
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The L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i putter is great for alignment
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The L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i putter is incredibly stable
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The L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i putter is the best-looking L.A.B. Golf putter
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The L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i putter is the third-best zero-torque putter from our 2025 putter test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter rolls well but not as good as other Odyssey putters
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter is the best-looking mallet putter from our 2025 test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter sits well behind the ball
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter delivers great feedback
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter is very stable
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter helps massively with alignment
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter sports the very popular versa alignment technology
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter finished third overall against mallets in our 2025 putter test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter features the impressive Ai-One insert
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter frames the ball incredibly well
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter is great for stability
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter is great for alignment
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter produces a great roll off the face
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter is face-balanced
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter navy blue PVD finish
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter sports the Ai-One titanium insert
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter is the best double bend mallet from our 2025 putter test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Milled Rossie-V T DB putter headcover
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter is one of the best blade putters for feedback and roll
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH Putter headcover
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter is one of the best blade putters for alignment
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter is one of the best blade putters for stability
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter has a plumber's neck hosel
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter is premium and luxurious
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH is a slim, traditional blade
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH is a very striking putter
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The gold face of the Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH putter is extremeley eye-catching
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The Odyssey Ai-One Silver Milled Two T CH is the second-best blade putter from our 2025 test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter rolls the ball well
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter headcover
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter frames the ball very well
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter shaft enters at the centre of the putter head
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter delivers good feedback
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter is an iconic fang-style mallet
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter has a built-in forward press
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter sports the navy blue PVD finish
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter features the Ai-One insert
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square #7 putter is the fifth-best zero-torque putter from our 2025 putter test
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter produces a fantastic roll
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter headcover
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter is incredibly stable
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter is great for alignment
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter delivers amazing feedback
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter versa alignment technology
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter shaft enters at the centre of the putter head
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter has a built-in forward press
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter sports the Ai-One insert
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The Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Jailbird putter is the best zero-torque putter from our 2025 putter test
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Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2 Putter is the best Scotty Cameron from our 2025 putter test
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2 is a classic, traditional blade
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2 is highly stable for a blade
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2 putter provides amazing feedback and roll
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2.5 Plus putter is the best wide blade in our 2025 putter test
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2.5 Plus putter rolls the ball very well
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The Scotty Cameron Studio Style Newport 2.5 Plus putter is great for alignment
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour putter is the second-best mallet putter from our 2025 putter test
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour putter is easy to align and is really stable
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour putter has the best roll out of all the mallet putters in our 2025 test
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour putter looks very nice
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour putter headcover
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TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck Putter
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck is the best mallet putter of 2025
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck putter features True Path Alignment
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck is used by World No.1 Scottie Scheffler
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The TaylorMade Spider Tour X L-Neck features a Pure Roll insert
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The Toulon Hollywood H1 putter looks and rolls brilliantly
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The Toulon Hollywood H1 is the best overall putter from our 2025 test
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The Toulon Hollywood H1 putter is surprisingly stable
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The Toulon Hollywood H1 putter hedcover
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter delivers fanastic roll
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter aligns the ball really well
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter produces great feedback
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter is a great-looking putter
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter has a flow neck hosel
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The Toulon Las Vegas H7 putter is the tied-fourth best mallet putter from our 2025 putter test
