Best Blade Putters 2024

Putters come in various shapes and sizes and the choices can be overwhelming, therefore if you want to narrow down your selection it helps if you know what category suits your stroke. While there are some unusual categories including broomhandle and armlock, generally we can break putters down to three main categories; blades, mallets and mid mallets. 

In this particular guide we will talk you through all of the best blade options out there in order to help you make an informed choice. While many golfers now look for the forgiveness and reassurance provided by a mallet, blade putters are still extremely popular among traditional golf players who enjoy a more classic feel in their putting. Blades tend to suit players with an arc in their putting stroke because of the heel weighted nature of the club-head. They do not offer as much alignment assistance as mallets but the levels of forgiveness on offer are increasing every year. 

While this guide focuses solely on the best blade putters, you may want to check out our specific guides on the best mallet putters, the best putter grips to accompany the club, or if you aren't sure on what you're looking for, the best putters in general. If you don't want to spend too much on a new putter then our guide to the best value putters will be right up your alley. 

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Best Blade Putters

Best Value Blade Putters

Blade putters tend to look very similar but they come in at a wide variety of price points. You can spend a lot if you want to go premium, but if you are looking for a solid blade putter that won't break the bank then here are some of the best choices from our putter reviews or read our list on the best cheap putters.

Cleveland HB SOFT 2 Model 1 Putter

Cleveland are always a match for anybody when it comes to providing a golfer with bang for their buck and its new SOFT 2 range of putters are no exception to that. They feature a unique face-milling pattern called SOFT (Speed Optimized Face Technology) which is specifically designed to preserve ball speed on mishits. The milling is aggressive in the center of the face on the sweet spot, but as you move more to the sides of the face the milling is less intense. This means more material is in contact with the ball on heel and toe strikes which means less drop off in speed between well struck and mishit putts.

While not the softest feeling putter we've tested this year it does give a nice sensation when you find the sweet spot and we really enjoyed using it out on the course. It's easy to line up due to the single alignment line down the center of the head and it feels very nicely balanced in the hands. We were able to produce a consistent, repeatable stroke and the roll was nice and true. 

We feel that this putter looks a lot more high end than its price suggests. It’s a stylish looking blade that comes with a good quality head-cover and a premium Pistol grip. The branding on the sole looks good but it’s the milled face that really makes this putter look premium. This is an ideal choice for the golfer who wants to upgrade their blade to something nice that won't cost a fortune.

• Read our full Cleveland HB SOFT 2 Model 1 Putter Review

Cobra King Grandsport-35 3D Printed Putter

This fantastic offering from Cobra is a multi material 3D printed construction blade putter designed to bring maximum stability throughout the stroke. It achieves this by being  wider and bulkier than a traditional blade design which promotes confidence over the ball and aids the golfer in making a stable stroke. The Grandsport-35 has Descending Loft Technology (DLT) on the face to ensure a smoother, more even roll by utilising four descending lofts (4°, 3°, 2°, 1°) to mitigate de-lofting or the addition of loft at impact. 

In our opinion the classic design is a big improvement on the futuristic, open backed design of the 2022 model, while the three-line alignment aid that uses varying thicknesses to provide clearer visuals at address is another welcome addition. Completing the premium look and feel is a KBS CT Tour shaft and SuperStroke Zenergy Pistol grip, while we like the interchangeable weights in the heel and toe that allow you to tinker with your putter until you find the right balance for you. 

In testing the thing that most stood out for us was the stability. It's also easy to square up and we were able to consistently start putts on the desired target line. The sound was quite muted, producing a pleasing dull thump, especially with a softer feeling golf ball. Finally, the grip is fitted with a Cobra Connect powered by Arccos sensor, so you can track all of your putting stats if you use the app. 

• Read our full Cobra King Grandport-35 3D Printed putter review

Wilson Staff Model BL22 Putter

The Model BL22 is a very well put together, classic Anser style blade putter that has been milled from 304 stainless steel to provide a nice, classy look. The milled face pattern delivered a soft feel for us in testing due to the fact it has less points of contact with the ball on impact. 

We noticed that over the ball the Model BL22 boasts quite a long profile and it features a short black alignment line that offers a very clear aiming guide. The performance was impressive. When we found the sweet spot the feel was excellent, but we noticed that even if you're slightly off then the quality of the milled head delivers instant feedback so you know exactly where you've missed. Pleasingly though, on those mishits we were still getting a nice roll on the ball and it wasn't coming up too short. 

While it does come in at much higher price than we're used to from Wilson, this is purely because milled heads cost a lot more to make and so retail at a higher price than products that might only have a milled face. This is a premium putter in every way and for what you are getting it's actually excellent value.

• Read our full Wilson Staff Model BL22 Putter Review

Mizuno M.Craft OMOI 01 Putter

The Mizuno M.Craft OMOI 01 putter is a worthy inclusion on this list as it impressed us in testing. It's one of two blade putter styles that extend the M.Craft range of milled putters and although Mizuno are much better known for the excellence of their irons, don't sleep on the quality of their putters which over recent years we have found to be excellent.

The first thing to explain is that OMOI means heavy and this certainly reflects the heavier heads that come with this range of putters. The extra weight helps with stability, while the forged 1025 carbon steel provided us with good feedback for a steel head. In our view this is one of the more aesthetically pleasing blades out there, and you even have a choice of head options. 

Another cool feature is the head weighting kit which gives great flexibility. Each head comes with a set of interchangeable weights that allows the golfer to move the total head weight by 10g up or down.

• Read our full Mizuno M.Craft OMOI 01 Putter Review

Best Hi-Tech Blade Putters

While previously it was the sole preserve of mallet putters, weighting and face technology is now firmly featuring in blade putters too and they are more forgiving than ever. Improvements in manufacturing mean that heads can now have more heel and toe weighting to increase MOI, while the latest in face milling or inserts gets the ball rolling better. Here are our choices for the latest hi-tech blades on the market.

Odyssey Ai-One Milled Two T Putter

When it comes to Hi-Tech, nobody does it better than Odyssey and their new Ai-One & Ai-One Milled putters are setting a very high bar for others to try and reach. By utilising the same super-computer that Callaway used to create the Flash Face technology in their best drivers, Odyssey has come up with an A.I. designed face that really is unlike any other. 

The face has been created using data from tens of thousands of shots to enable Odyssey to work out where on the face golfers tend to strike the ball. The face is then engineered with the use of contours behind the face to minimise the damage caused by those misses. It really is quite something.

Additionally, the Two T comes with customisable weights in the head to allow the golfer to change the weight set up depending on personal preference or the speed of the greens they are playing. The Stroke Lab counter balanced shaft has 20-30 grams (depending on the grip) of weight in the butt end and we felt that this really allowed us to feel the clubhead throughout the stroke. All in all we found the Two T to be very easy to line up due to the single alignment line down the center of the head and we were getting a very nice, true roll time after time. 

• Read our full Odyssey Ai-One Milled Two T Putter Review

PXG Battle Ready Brandon Putter

The PXG Battle Ready Brandon is a milled stainless steel putter packed with tech and is one of the best blades we've tested in the last few years.

It features tungsten weights in the heel and toe to increase the MOI, which in turn increases the stability of the head throughout the stroke. The Brandon performed excellently for us in testing. We liked the sound and feel from the face, which together with the balance of the putter made it a great flat stick to hole out with and a lot of fun to use.

The variable grooves on the Pyramid face pattern really helped to get the ball rolling more consistently and we also really liked the aesthetics of this putter. The worn dark look really makes it stand out, as does the head size which is a little larger than most.

Another observation we made was that the back edge behind the face has an alignment line that seems thicker than most, so this should give even the most visually challenged golfers an easy aid to get pointed in the right direction. This is an under-rated aspect of putter design as if you aren't starting putts online you have no chance.

• Read our full PXG Battle Ready Brandon putter review

Evnroll Neo Classic ER2 Putter

Our next choice is the Evnroll Neo Classic ER2, which we love because of the controlled and consistent roll it offers on all lengths of putt. This version of the ER2 design differs from previous iterations most notably because of its polymer aluminium insert. While the all metal faces used on the ER2V putter last year weren’t overly firm or harsh, this new version certainly feels softer. The acoustics are marginally less noticeable too, especially on longer putts, and the sensation overall just seems more premium.

When it comes to tech, two sole weights in the rear of the head certainly add to the stable feel, particularly on long putts where you need it most. It comes with two 27.5g weights as standard but you can custom order weights as low as 12.5g or up to 42.5g.

In terms of looks, it hasn’t changed much but the hosel is a single bend rather than a short slant neck, which makes the head face balanced rather than having some toe hang. This won’t suit everyone’s stroke and it’s quite a big change from the previous version.

Make no mistake, this putter is the complete package and sits firmly among the best putters of 2024. 

• Read our full Evnroll Neo Classic ER2 Putter review

Best Premium Milled Blade Putters

Premium milled blades exist because sometimes you want a classic shape to not only feel good, but also look good. Using the best materials, these blades are forged and milled to create putters that not only perform, but are works of art too.

Ping 2024 Anser D Putter

The 2024 Ping Anser D putter is a slightly different head shape to the traditional Anser design and serves to provide the golfer with some of the stability and forgiveness of a mallet without sacrificing any of the visual attractiveness of the blade. It’s an Anser with a deeper profile (hence the ‘D’ in the name) designed to provide more stability throughout the stroke. Based on our testing we feel that the extra size certainly adds a touch more forgiveness than you would expect from a standard Anser.

It looks stunning too and aesthetically this is one of our favorite putters of this year. The Anser D ticks every box, from the classic looking leather head cover to the traditional 'Ping Man' grip, we loved absolutely everything about the visuals of this putter. The black composite shaft contrasts so nicely with the silver head, while the milled face further adds to that premium look. The Anser D is a putter that looks just as good both in the bag as well as when you are standing over a putt looking down at it.

In terms of performance, the extra real estate in the head means it’s a little heavier than your standard blade but in testing we found that extra weight helped a lot. It is designed for a slight arc stroke so that added weight helps to keep the face steady on the takeaway and through impact. The performance in testing was sensational and this is definitely right up there when it comes to the best Ping putters.

• Read our full Ping 2024 Anser D putter review

Bettinardi BB1-W Putter

Next up is a real beauty. The BB1-W (the W stands for wide) putter from Bettinardi is perhaps the most interesting putter in the brand's 2024 BB Series due to its compact shape and the introduction of an all new Sound Slot on the flange behind the putter face. This sound slot featured on some the original Ping putters, but the BB1-W is Bettinardi’s first production putter to feature one. The sound slot in combination with the new and improved Perpetual Flymill face results in superior audible feedback on each putt. 

Our experience in testing this putter was extremely positive and we felt that the head shape really inspired confidence over the ball in a way few blades can. The compressed design from heel-to-toe gives it a smaller profile than most of the other putters on this list, and while it’s wider than a standard blade it is not like the double wide designs you see.

It isn’t necessarily the softest feeling but we wouldn’t describe it as firm either. The acoustics sure do hit a little different though due to that sound slot and the 'ting' may be too high pitched for golfers who prefer a dull ‘thump’ from their putter.

The thing that immediately jumped out for us was the increased stability. The sweet spot felt much larger than usual too, probably because material has been removed from the heel to align the center of gravity with the middle of the face to increase the sweet spot size which makes this a lovely putter to hit. 

This is one of the best looking putters on the list too, as we think the striking blue Bettinardi branded Lamkin grip really pops against the the Black Pearl finish on the head and black PVD Tour Grade shaft.

• Read our full Bettinardi BB1-W 2024 Putter Review

Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2.5 Plus Putter

Its virtually a given that this putter makes the list in the best premium milled category. As with all the best Scotty Cameron offerings, this putter oozes quality and we can honestly say it delivered one of the best feelings we've experienced in a blade design. You'd expect that though, that's why so many Tour pros use Scotty Cameron. 

The Super Select Newport 2.5 uses a tungsten weighting system to deliver great feel and stability, while visually it boasts some premium aesthetics that give the club a very sleek and refined look.

The first thing we noticed in testing was that this putter is noticeably wider than the other Newport models when you stand over the ball. Not to the point where you would call it a wide blade putter, but it's definitely got more beef behind it than your standard Newport. This extra width appealed to us as it makes the sightline seem a little longer, which should help with getting the ball started on the correct line. 

We also found that it sits perfectly flush to the green and almost tries to square itself through impact, which we absolutely loved.

A new milling technique means that each putter gets milled for a second pass to take off the high spots and we found that resulted in a sound and feel that is not too loud or clicky as previous models in the Special Select line. It isn't as soft as a face insert, but for a milled face we found that the acoustics were gentle on short putts, progressing nicely to something a little louder on the longer ones. Speaking of longer putts, we were especially impressed with the forgiveness on offer on those longer ones. Even away from the sweet spot this putter feels solid - partly down to the size but also the two 20g tungsten weights in the heel and toe. That weighting system does really help it deliver excellent forgiveness and this is one of the most forgiving blades on this list.

• Read our full Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2.5 Plus Putter Review

TaylorMade TP Reserve B13 Putter

The TaylorMade TP Reserve B13 is an elegant-looking blade that oozes class from every millimetre of its precision milled clubhead. Not only is it an excellent looking putter but if delivers plenty of performance too. 

Behind the ball we think the club head looks terrific and we especially liked the softened corners and the milled lines in the mid section of the flange. The black sightline helped us align the club up to the target line and also added nicely to the great look this putter has going on.

When it comes to our testing, after rolling a few shots around the green we found the feel to be quite different to the insert on the Spider GT, with the grooves on this face being designed to create a more premium impact experience, rather than the nice cushioned feel you get from an insert. It actually gave us a similar sensation to what you get from a Scotty Cameron Super Select. We were impressed by the roll it delivered as we also liked the speed off the face and the overall feel, which wasn't too hot or too spongey and sat somewhere in the middle. 

The B13 comes in several different head designs that you can mix and match to complement your putting preferences and you also get a nice leather magnetic head cover which we think adds to the overall high-quality package. When you remove that headcover the silver dune finish really does pop, as this is a beautiful looking blade.

• Read our full TaylorMade TP Reserve B13 Putter Review

How we test putters

When it comes to product testing, our reviews and buyers' guides are built upon a rigorous testing procedure as well as the knowledge and experience of the test team. 

The putter section is headed up by David Usher, while other members of the Golf Monthly team contribute to the putter tests as well, and between all of our writers we are able to efficiently test the vast majority of the biggest product releases and convey the pros and cons eloquently. We test the putters outdoors on real greens with a variety of premium golf balls to get a full understanding of design features, feel, sound and looks.  

Ultimately, we aim to be as insightful and honest as possible in our reviews and it is important to state here that no manufacturer can buy a good review from us. Our team tells it exactly how it is, good or bad.

How to choose a putter

When it comes to arguably the most important golf club in the bag, you need to think about what you want and what you like to use when it comes to the putter. A confidence-inspiring design that suits your eye and suits your stroke can save countless shots on the greens and a good flatstick is often a quick way of bringing the handicap down.

So then what are the things you need to mull over before purchasing? Here's what you need to consider when choosing the best blade putters.

Feel & Sound

We’re talking not just about the feel and sound the ball makes coming off the face, but also how the putter feels in your hands. If you don't like how it feels you won't feel good using it, so that is something to consider straight away.

A quieter sound contributes to a softer feel, whereas a louder sound usually translates into a firmer feel. A firmer feel is often the product of shallow grooves or no grooves at all on the face, where sound can’t be dissipated as effectively. They work better with softer feeling golf balls, where as soft-feeling putters work best with firmer golf balls.

You can get putters with adjustable weights in the sole that will alter the feel of the putter. This is useful as long as you understand the purpose of the weighting. So if your stroke is quite smooth and slow, a heavier putter will encourage that more. Jerky putters may prefer a lighter putter, although opting for more weight may reduce it, depending on what your goals are. The speed of the greens you play on is important too. Slower greens might require more weight, while faster greens require less.

The putter grip plays a huge roll in the confidence you feel with a putter. Get one that feels right and sits in your hands comfortably while allowing you to return the putter back to the ball squarely and consistently. Generally speaking, strokes with a lot of arc will require a thinner grip (which is why you tend to see thinner grips on blades and thicker ones on mallets), but this is very much down to personal preference.

Looks

You should get a putter that you like the look of as the aesthetics can play a role in inspiring or diminishing confidence on the greens. Blades won't offer as much alignment assistance, but are still popular because of how they feel and the levels of forgiveness are increasing every year. There also different styles of blade as you can see above so have a think about what you like to look down on. You might like something quite short and compact, or perhaps you want something a bit wider with  extra real estate behind the ball. There is no one size fits all answer (or should that be 'anser') with blades.

Value

Our final tip is to think about price for the best blade putters, because while there are some premium designs out there, there are also some models which offer excellent value. A premium putter won't necessarily hole more putts than a budget putter, indeed in some cases the opposite might be true as it's very much down to what suits the individual golfer. What a premium putter will do is it will feel much nicer, both in the hands and through impact. It will also look great in your bag and make you the envy of your playing partners, which for some is an importnt part of the golfing experience. 

Basically, all blade putters will propel the ball towards the hole but they do it in different ways. If performance is more important than looks or feel, there are lots of cut-price options out there that will do a good job and you can spend more money on other areas of your bag. 

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