Odyssey White Hot OG 2-Ball Putter
The Odyssey White Hot OG 2-Ball is a mallet putter prized for its classic White Hot insert that delivers a soft, consistent feel and true roll, with the familiar 2-ball alignment system that aids aim and setup. Compared with pricier mallets on this list, it offers similar alignment benefits and proven insert performance at a more accessible price, making it a strong value pick for players seeking dependable mallet characteristics without premium cost.
Creamy White Hot
Two-ball alignment party
Creamy White Hot
Two-ball alignment party
Review Summary
"Users praise the Odyssey White Hot OG 2-Ball for its familiar soft White Hot insert feel, reliable roll and easy two-ball alignment, making it a dependable value option for frequent use. Some players note the aesthetics and weight may not suit every stroke type."
Classic tour feel
White Hot urethane insert delivers a familiar, soft yet responsive feel.
Classic tour feel
White Hot urethane insert delivers a familiar, soft yet responsive feel.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Odyssey White Hot OG 2-Ball is a mallet putter prized for its classic White Hot insert that delivers a soft, consistent feel and true roll, with the familiar 2-ball alignment system that aids aim and setup. Compared with pricier mallets on this list, it offers similar alignment benefits and proven insert performance at a more accessible price, making it a strong value pick for players seeking dependable mallet characteristics without premium cost.
Creamy White Hot
Two-ball alignment party
Classic tour feel
White Hot urethane insert delivers a familiar, soft yet responsive feel.
Two-ball alignment system simplifies setup and improves aim.
Creamy White Hot
Two-ball alignment party
Classic tour feel
White Hot urethane insert delivers a familiar, soft yet responsive feel.
Two-ball alignment system simplifies setup and improves aim.
TaylorMade Spider Tour X Putter
The TaylorMade Spider Tour X is a high-MOI mallet engineered for extreme stability and precise alignment, using multi-material construction and tour-tested wings to minimize twisting on off-center strikes. It sits at a premium price point versus the Odyssey and Cleveland options but provides greater forgiveness and face consistency, appealing to players who prioritize maximal roll stability and on-green performance.
Ultra-stable MOI
Winged alignment precision
Ultra-stable MOI
Winged alignment precision
Review Summary
"The TaylorMade Spider Tour X is widely lauded for extreme stability, high MOI and superb alignment that improves consistency on off-center strikes; reviewers commonly cite its premium build and adjustable weighting. A minority find the feel firmer and the price steep."
Spider web focus
Multi-material construction with a high-MOI chassis for maximum stability on off-center strikes.
Spider web focus
Multi-material construction with a high-MOI chassis for maximum stability on off-center strikes.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The TaylorMade Spider Tour X is a high-MOI mallet engineered for extreme stability and precise alignment, using multi-material construction and tour-tested wings to minimize twisting on off-center strikes. It sits at a premium price point versus the Odyssey and Cleveland options but provides greater forgiveness and face consistency, appealing to players who prioritize maximal roll stability and on-green performance.
Ultra-stable MOI
Winged alignment precision
Spider web focus
Multi-material construction with a high-MOI chassis for maximum stability on off-center strikes.
Prominent alignment geometry and True Path sightlines for easier setup.
Ultra-stable MOI
Winged alignment precision
Spider web focus
Multi-material construction with a high-MOI chassis for maximum stability on off-center strikes.
Prominent alignment geometry and True Path sightlines for easier setup.
Ping Heppler Tomcat 14 Putter
The Ping Heppler Tomcat 14 pairs compact mallet shaping with Heppler’s distinct finish and perimeter weighting to deliver a balanced, confidence-inspiring setup and reliable contact. Technically focused on tolerance and long-term durability, it offers mid-tier pricing with strong resale potential, making it an attractive compromise between the high-end Scotty Cameron and more budget-conscious Cleveland or Odyssey choices.
Feather-soft impact
Toe-heel forgiveness
Feather-soft impact
Toe-heel forgiveness
Review Summary
"Reviewers appreciate the Ping Heppler Tomcat 14 for its solid, consistent feel, modern shaping and forgiveness from the Heppler design, with many seeing immediate confidence at address. Some golfers mention alignment and aesthetics are subjective and it’s a higher-price option."
Tomcat purrs
Precision-milled face promotes consistent roll and improved distance control.
Tomcat purrs
Precision-milled face promotes consistent roll and improved distance control.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Ping Heppler Tomcat 14 pairs compact mallet shaping with Heppler’s distinct finish and perimeter weighting to deliver a balanced, confidence-inspiring setup and reliable contact. Technically focused on tolerance and long-term durability, it offers mid-tier pricing with strong resale potential, making it an attractive compromise between the high-end Scotty Cameron and more budget-conscious Cleveland or Odyssey choices.
Feather-soft impact
Toe-heel forgiveness
Tomcat purrs
Precision-milled face promotes consistent roll and improved distance control.
Perimeter weighting increases forgiveness across the face.
Feather-soft impact
Toe-heel forgiveness
Tomcat purrs
Precision-milled face promotes consistent roll and improved distance control.
Perimeter weighting increases forgiveness across the face.
$300-400 CAD
Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Premier 11 Putter
The Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Premier 11 is a budget-minded mallet that delivers a soft, responsive face and straightforward alignment in a clean, classic profile. While it doesn’t match the ultra-premium milling or exotic materials of the Scotty Cameron or Spider Tour models, it offers excellent value for players seeking mallet stability and feel without a significant financial outlay.
Plush urethane feel
Warm soft roll
Plush urethane feel
Warm soft roll
Review Summary
"The Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Premier 11 is praised for its soft face feel, good value and classic Huntington Beach styling, delivering dependable performance for regular use. A portion of users report preferences for a firmer face or different alignment aids."
Coastal vintage vibe
Soft polymer face insert provides muted, responsive feel at impact.
Coastal vintage vibe
Soft polymer face insert provides muted, responsive feel at impact.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Premier 11 is a budget-minded mallet that delivers a soft, responsive face and straightforward alignment in a clean, classic profile. While it doesn’t match the ultra-premium milling or exotic materials of the Scotty Cameron or Spider Tour models, it offers excellent value for players seeking mallet stability and feel without a significant financial outlay.
Plush urethane feel
Warm soft roll
Coastal vintage vibe
Soft polymer face insert provides muted, responsive feel at impact.
Classic Huntington Beach styling with simple alignment lines for confident setup.
Plush urethane feel
Warm soft roll
Coastal vintage vibe
Soft polymer face insert provides muted, responsive feel at impact.
Classic Huntington Beach styling with simple alignment lines for confident setup.
Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 Putter
The Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 is a flagship mallet that combines multi-material construction, precision machining, and tour-caliber weighting for unmatched feel, balance, and on-green consistency. It is the most expensive option here, but its craftsmanship and performance deliver clear technical advantages and strong resale value compared with the more value-oriented Odyssey, Ping, Cleveland, and even the Spider Tour models.
Precision-milled face
Torqueless high-MOI
Precision-milled face
Torqueless high-MOI
Review Summary
"Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 users consistently highlight exceptional stability, precision and premium craftsmanship that translate to standout performance and alignment confidence. The main drawbacks noted are its premium price and an occasionally firmer feel that not all players prefer."
Phantom stealth flair
Multi-material build pairs precision-milled stainless steel with lightweight components for stability.
Phantom stealth flair
Multi-material build pairs precision-milled stainless steel with lightweight components for stability.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 is a flagship mallet that combines multi-material construction, precision machining, and tour-caliber weighting for unmatched feel, balance, and on-green consistency. It is the most expensive option here, but its craftsmanship and performance deliver clear technical advantages and strong resale value compared with the more value-oriented Odyssey, Ping, Cleveland, and even the Spider Tour models.
Precision-milled face
Torqueless high-MOI
Phantom stealth flair
Multi-material build pairs precision-milled stainless steel with lightweight components for stability.
High-MOI, winged mallet shape minimizes twisting for extremely consistent roll.
Precision-milled face
Torqueless high-MOI
Phantom stealth flair
Multi-material build pairs precision-milled stainless steel with lightweight components for stability.
High-MOI, winged mallet shape minimizes twisting for extremely consistent roll.