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Evnroll Zero
Price
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Why We Like It
- These zero-torque mallets are designed to reduce the need for deliberate face rotation in your stroke by moving the center of gravity closer to the face. They also include the benefit of reducing shaft lean through reverse offset heel-shafted hosels or center-shafted pin hosels for easier lie-angle adjustment.
- As much as half of the putter’s weight is positioned forward using heavy tungsten heel and toe sole weights. This weighting lines up the center of gravity with the shaft axis for a more even stroke that requires only the rocking of the shoulders for the face to stay square to the path.
- The benefit of the reverse-offset hosel is that unlike other designs that reduce or eliminate torsional resistance, this version does not force the hands well forward with an angled shaft.
- The familiar Evnroll face-milling pattern features grooves that vary in width and spacing for consistent energy transfer across the face.
- The design of the grooves creates a progressive depth that redirects heel and toe mis-hits back toward the centerline.
- Parallel lines that frame the ball and a ball-shaped opening in the center of the Z1 models help with alignment.
- Models: Z1, Z1CS, Z3, Z3CS, Z5, Z5CS. Head weights: 360, 375, 390, 395 grams. Lengths: 33-35, 38 inches. Loft: 3 degrees
what our testers said
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COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List panelists observed a quietly soft, confidence-building feel with superb alignment aids (dots, lines, circles) that make setup surgical and keep the face square. Many praised a buttery, end-over-end roll and a huge sweet spot that tracks straight from short strokes to long lag putts; zero-torque heads often paired well with straight-back/straight-through strokes. Several models deliver firm, controlled feedback and balanced weighting. One common caveat: a jumpy face on shorter putts can complicate distance control until you calibrate.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted lively, springy faces that reward a short calibration and then deliver strong feel and consistent starts. Clean three‑point and double‑stripe alignment schemes helped setup and left‑right control, while balance and a firm, controlled impact were repeatedly praised. One clear drawback: forgiveness is limited—off‑center strikes are punished.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Feedback included a remarkably soft, quiet feel and a confident shove to the hole that creates an immediate “wow” impression. Surgical alignment — including bold circles and parallel lines — makes getting and staying online easy. Long putts rolled beautifully with a huge, receptive sweet spot and strong stability/forgiveness on mishits; center strikes produced a deep, satisfying bass. One persistent drawback: the face can be jumpy on shorter putts, making distance control touchy.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
COMMENT SUMMARY
Hot List testers noted the high-contrast alignment and larger footprint made setup and focus effortless, while the slight forward shaft lean and balanced, zero-torque head promoted immediate end-over-end roll and steady tempo without extra effort. Reviewers praised the crisp metal click, buttery, seamless impact, outstanding speed control from the grooved face, tight dispersion and strong directional stability. Design drew praise for unique, almost sci‑fi looks and helpful alignment; one drawback mentioned was a slightly jumpy feel off the face.
Summaries generated from tester comments with the assistance of AI.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
The ribbed alignment gets chaotic in sunlight — too many white lines bouncing around. And even though I know it’s not really happening, it feels like the face is opening and closing a lot. Visually tough to trust.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Too light for my taste, but solid on short and mid-range putts. Lag putting was a struggle because I couldn’t feel how far to take it back. Direction was easy — distance wasn’t.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
Didn’t love the alignment setup; the empty space drew my eye and made it hard to commit. It also tended to sit slightly shut for me. Dispersion was great, but everything was left, and I couldn’t get it to aim straight.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Felt like the head sat too high off the ground, almost like I’d hit behind it, which threw me off. But the sound and feel were fantastic — quiet, muted, but still powerful. Heavy enough to feel firm, and the feel was the standout.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Super clean look, comfortable to swing, and stays balanced from short to long. A bit jumpy off the face, but dispersion stayed tight. Not flashy, just a steady, reliable piece of gear.
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Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
The ribbed alignment gets chaotic in sunlight — too many white lines bouncing around. And even though I know it’s not really happening, it feels like the face is opening and closing a lot. Visually tough to trust.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Too light for my taste, but solid on short and mid-range putts. Lag putting was a struggle because I couldn’t feel how far to take it back. Direction was easy — distance wasn’t.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
Didn’t love the alignment setup; the empty space drew my eye and made it hard to commit. It also tended to sit slightly shut for me. Dispersion was great, but everything was left, and I couldn’t get it to aim straight.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Felt like the head sat too high off the ground, almost like I’d hit behind it, which threw me off. But the sound and feel were fantastic — quiet, muted, but still powerful. Heavy enough to feel firm, and the feel was the standout.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Super clean look, comfortable to swing, and stays balanced from short to long. A bit jumpy off the face, but dispersion stayed tight. Not flashy, just a steady, reliable piece of gear.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Huge, soft sweet spot — incredibly receptive. Felt like the putter stayed online the entire stroke with almost no effort. Very confidence-building feel.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
This is exactly how a putter should sound — clean click, immediate end-over-end roll with zero skip. No-frills, straightforward, and beautifully resonant. Zero-torque head and balanced weighting kept the face square the whole stroke.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
The Evnroll feel was incredibly soft and comforting — quiet off the face but with a gentle, confident shove toward the hole. Not a ton of feedback, yet everything felt controlled and intentional. Immediate “wow” impression.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
Loved the dot and the two trim lines — perfectly spaced and visually clean. But there’s basically no forgiveness; off-center hits get punished immediately. You have to strike the middle or expect inconsistent results.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Interesting design, but I felt like I was fighting the zero-torque aspect instead of letting it help me. Once I adapted, distance control was excellent and it held its line. Still too busy visually, and mishits didn’t feel much different.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Face stays extremely stable through the stroke. Dispersion, though, was more erratic than I expected, and forgiveness lagged behind similar putters. Just didn’t get the same consistency.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Finally found a zero-torque putter that works with my stroke — visually comfortable and easy to set up, unlike most versions. Speed control and roll off the grooves were outstanding. For me, it’s the perfect zero-torque fit.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Feels like hitting the ball with a hollow 2x4: firm, loud, and very wooden. Alignment is solid with the double stripes and micro-cuts, but it sits extremely close to the ground. If you don’t like that, you’ll pull putts all day.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
More on the firm side but very consistent in control, with minimal dispersion — everything left tap-ins when it didn’t drop. Great feedback without being harsh. Didn’t love the tall hosel and single dot alignment, but performance outweighed the looks.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Alignment was helpful and the open circle wasn’t distracting, but the insert felt weak. Nothing ever got past the hole — everything came up short with a bit of skid and hop. Just lacked power and clean roll.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
Looked good enough, but the face didn’t offer much feel or sound at first. Once I got used to it, the roll was nice, but it needs more pop and precision for me. Short putts came up weak unless I really dialed it in — definitely not plug-and-play.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
The three-point alignment (two lines plus dot) is easy to set up with and not distracting despite the unique shape. Really nice balance and very consistent through the stroke. Distance control was tougher because the weighting made it hard to keep the plane steady, but left-right control was great.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Excellent putter with a face that sits perfectly square at address — no need to adjust. Slightly heavy, but the ball rolls off softer, allowing you to be a bit more aggressive. Very controlled feel.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Feels great off the face — a little springy at first, so you have to calibrate it. Once you adjust to the pop, it’s a strong performer. Good feel overall.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
The strong contrast between the white alignment and black head made it easy to focus despite the larger footprint. The size helped maintain momentum without swinging harder, and the metal click felt responsive. The slight forward lean in the shaft naturally puts you in a good position to produce a solid roll.
Anand
44, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I like the heel-shafted look on a zero-torque putter, and even though it's center-shafted, it doesn’t feel like it. My only issue was how skittish the ball came off the face, especially on longer putts. Distance control was tough because of that jumpiness.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Center hits produced a deep, bassy sound with a beautiful roll. Off-center strikes gave a higher-pitched “ting,” but the weight felt evenly balanced throughout. Very stable overall.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Smooth, quality roll every time — almost like a soft hand rolled the ball for me. No anxiety about distance, and everything tracked cleanly on a straight-back, straight-through motion. Impact felt buttery and seamless.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
Interesting design, but I felt like I was fighting the zero-torque aspect instead of letting it help me. Once I adapted, distance control was excellent and it held its line. Still too busy visually, and mishits didn’t feel much different.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The alignment features make the stroke feel almost surgical, and the ball leaves exactly where I want it. Feels slightly firm but very precise. Love the squared-off proportions from heel to toe and front to back.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Busy alignment but effective — the circle and parallel lines made it simple to get online and stay stable. I made a ton of putts with it. The acoustics, though, were strange and inconsistent, and ultimately a dealbreaker.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Busy alignment but effective — the circle and parallel lines made it simple to get online and stay stable. I made a ton of putts with it. The acoustics, though, were strange and inconsistent, and ultimately a dealbreaker.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
The longer the putt, the better this thing performed. Shorter putts suffered from a jumpy face, but long ones rolled beautifully with plenty of distance. Alignment was extremely easy and repeatable.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Firm face but without too much pop — very controlled. Starts straight, stays straight, finishes straight. If I could hit this forever, I’d be happy.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Well-balanced putter with straightforward alignment and a very quiet, muted feel. Mishits give different feedback, but the roll still holds its line, so it’s reasonably forgiving. Long putts were smooth and controlled, though distance consistency varied.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
For a zero-torque putter, it didn’t feel as solid as I wanted — the head moved more than expected. Shorter putts were fine, but the lack of stability showed on anything longer. Just not as locked-in as others.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Really unique, almost sci-fi look that I genuinely liked. Alignment was helpful and the overall feel was great, but keeping the face on plane during impact was tough. Worked well for direction, but distance control was inconsistent because of the weighting.
Todd
62, Handicap 13
1 year testing
Super clean look, comfortable to swing, and stays balanced from short to long. A bit jumpy off the face, but dispersion stayed tight. Not flashy, just a steady, reliable piece of gear.
Daniel
34, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Huge, soft sweet spot — incredibly receptive. Felt like the putter stayed online the entire stroke with almost no effort. Very confidence-building feel.
Scott
38, Handicap 16
10+ years testing
This is exactly how a putter should sound — clean click, immediate end-over-end roll with zero skip. No-frills, straightforward, and beautifully resonant. Zero-torque head and balanced weighting kept the face square the whole stroke.
Aaron
45, Handicap 16
1 year testing
Interesting design, but I felt like I was fighting the zero-torque aspect instead of letting it help me. Once I adapted, distance control was excellent and it held its line. Still too busy visually, and mishits didn’t feel much different.
Wei
55, Handicap 14
10+ years testing
Finally found a zero-torque putter that works with my stroke — visually comfortable and easy to set up, unlike most versions. Speed control and roll off the grooves were outstanding. For me, it’s the perfect zero-torque fit.
Jin
30, Handicap 10
2 years testing
More on the firm side but very consistent in control, with minimal dispersion — everything left tap-ins when it didn’t drop. Great feedback without being harsh. Didn’t love the tall hosel and single dot alignment, but performance outweighed the looks.
Gary
38, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
The strong contrast between the white alignment and black head made it easy to focus despite the larger footprint. The size helped maintain momentum without swinging harder, and the metal click felt responsive. The slight forward lean in the shaft naturally puts you in a good position to produce a solid roll.
Shane
37, Handicap 12
6 years testing
Smooth, quality roll every time — almost like a soft hand rolled the ball for me. No anxiety about distance, and everything tracked cleanly on a straight-back, straight-through motion. Impact felt buttery and seamless.
Ryan
47, Handicap 12
3 years testing
Interesting design, but I felt like I was fighting the zero-torque aspect instead of letting it help me. Once I adapted, distance control was excellent and it held its line. Still too busy visually, and mishits didn’t feel much different.
Matt
53, Handicap 11
4 years testing
Busy alignment but effective — the circle and parallel lines made it simple to get online and stay stable. I made a ton of putts with it. The acoustics, though, were strange and inconsistent, and ultimately a dealbreaker.
Ryan
50, Handicap 10
8 years testing
The longer the putt, the better this thing performed. Shorter putts suffered from a jumpy face, but long ones rolled beautifully with plenty of distance. Alignment was extremely easy and repeatable.
Timothy
46, Handicap 17
1 year testing
Really unique, almost sci-fi look that I genuinely liked. Alignment was helpful and the overall feel was great, but keeping the face on plane during impact was tough. Worked well for direction, but distance control was inconsistent because of the weighting.
Matt
28, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Too light for my taste, but solid on short and mid-range putts. Lag putting was a struggle because I couldn’t feel how far to take it back. Direction was easy — distance wasn’t.
Alejandra
27, Handicap 6
5 years testing
Felt like the head sat too high off the ground, almost like I’d hit behind it, which threw me off. But the sound and feel were fantastic — quiet, muted, but still powerful. Heavy enough to feel firm, and the feel was the standout.
Thomas
61, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
The Evnroll feel was incredibly soft and comforting — quiet off the face but with a gentle, confident shove toward the hole. Not a ton of feedback, yet everything felt controlled and intentional. Immediate “wow” impression.
Paul
64, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
Alignment was helpful and the open circle wasn’t distracting, but the insert felt weak. Nothing ever got past the hole — everything came up short with a bit of skid and hop. Just lacked power and clean roll.
Sean
54, Handicap 6
9 years testing
Looked good enough, but the face didn’t offer much feel or sound at first. Once I got used to it, the roll was nice, but it needs more pop and precision for me. Short putts came up weak unless I really dialed it in — definitely not plug-and-play.
Wayne
61, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Excellent putter with a face that sits perfectly square at address — no need to adjust. Slightly heavy, but the ball rolls off softer, allowing you to be a bit more aggressive. Very controlled feel.
Anand
44, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
I like the heel-shafted look on a zero-torque putter, and even though it's center-shafted, it doesn’t feel like it. My only issue was how skittish the ball came off the face, especially on longer putts. Distance control was tough because of that jumpiness.
Andrew
40, Handicap 8
1 year testing
Center hits produced a deep, bassy sound with a beautiful roll. Off-center strikes gave a higher-pitched “ting,” but the weight felt evenly balanced throughout. Very stable overall.
Jamie
52, Handicap 7
3 years testing
The alignment features make the stroke feel almost surgical, and the ball leaves exactly where I want it. Feels slightly firm but very precise. Love the squared-off proportions from heel to toe and front to back.
Skylar
27, Handicap 7
3 years testing
Busy alignment but effective — the circle and parallel lines made it simple to get online and stay stable. I made a ton of putts with it. The acoustics, though, were strange and inconsistent, and ultimately a dealbreaker.
Peter
58, Handicap 8
10+ years testing
Well-balanced putter with straightforward alignment and a very quiet, muted feel. Mishits give different feedback, but the roll still holds its line, so it’s reasonably forgiving. Long putts were smooth and controlled, though distance consistency varied.
Chris
60, Handicap 8
1 year testing
For a zero-torque putter, it didn’t feel as solid as I wanted — the head moved more than expected. Shorter putts were fine, but the lack of stability showed on anything longer. Just not as locked-in as others.
Jason
49, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
The ribbed alignment gets chaotic in sunlight — too many white lines bouncing around. And even though I know it’s not really happening, it feels like the face is opening and closing a lot. Visually tough to trust.
Wesley
31, Handicap 4
3 years testing
Didn’t love the alignment setup; the empty space drew my eye and made it hard to commit. It also tended to sit slightly shut for me. Dispersion was great, but everything was left, and I couldn’t get it to aim straight.
Megan
40, Handicap 0
2 years testing
Loved the dot and the two trim lines — perfectly spaced and visually clean. But there’s basically no forgiveness; off-center hits get punished immediately. You have to strike the middle or expect inconsistent results.
BK
42, Handicap 2
10+ years testing
Face stays extremely stable through the stroke. Dispersion, though, was more erratic than I expected, and forgiveness lagged behind similar putters. Just didn’t get the same consistency.
Robert
29, Handicap +2
2 years testing
Feels like hitting the ball with a hollow 2x4: firm, loud, and very wooden. Alignment is solid with the double stripes and micro-cuts, but it sits extremely close to the ground. If you don’t like that, you’ll pull putts all day.
Jack
36, Handicap 1
3 years testing
The three-point alignment (two lines plus dot) is easy to set up with and not distracting despite the unique shape. Really nice balance and very consistent through the stroke. Distance control was tougher because the weighting made it hard to keep the plane steady, but left-right control was great.
Ricky
47, Handicap 0
10+ years testing
Feels great off the face — a little springy at first, so you have to calibrate it. Once you adjust to the pop, it’s a strong performer. Good feel overall.
Alan
31, Handicap 3
2 years testing
Firm face but without too much pop — very controlled. Starts straight, stays straight, finishes straight. If I could hit this forever, I’d be happy.
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MIM
$280
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$280
Rather than cast or forged, these putters use a metal-injection-molding process that converts a 304-stainless-steel powder to a mix that forms more precise shapes, softer curves and angles, leading to cleaner and more consistently produced finished putters that require little to no hand work.
The MIM process means more intricate consistency and finely contoured surface lines that frame the ball at address as a subtle alignment clue.
A new form of the soft but resilient Pebax elastomer makes up the face insert. This year’s version is slightly firmer for a less muted sound, but it still has a softer feel than the company’s 3DP Tour putters.
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Ping
Scottsdale
$260
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Compared to single-piece milled versions in the company’s line, these models feature a resilient face material to provide more forgiveness.
The polymer material in the face, known as Pebax, is found in running shoes and stretches the width of the face to provide a consistent energy transfer and soft feel.
The array of models accommodates arcing strokes (Oslo 3, Prime Tyne 4) and those with a straighter move (Craz-E, DS72, Prime Tyne C).
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PXG
Battle Ready II
$390
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$390
These high-stability models feature extra mass on the perimeter because of a hollow-body design.
A polymer like the one used in the company’s irons fills the central interior of each design, providing a weight-saving soft, responsive feel.
The hollow body is milled from 303 stainless steel.
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ZT Series
$450
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$450
The internal weighting and distinctive hosel shaping balance the head’s center of gravity with the shaft axis to improve consistency during the stroke.
In this version of zero torque, the head’s center of gravity is just inside the shaft’s connection point, reducing the torque on the head and face angle and placing the putter in a toe-up position. The center of gravity helps the club stay square to the path with little need for the hands to rotate the face back online.
The Allan ZT and Bat Attack ZT use an S-shaped hosel that positions the shaft axis in line with the center of gravity. The angle of the hosel realigns the hands into a forward press, making the straight-back, straight-through stroke more natural.
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SBx/SKx
$425
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A heavy steel face paired with a lightweight aluminum body positions the shaft almost directly over the center of gravity, creating a head that naturally returns to square with little to no extra hand action at impact.
With parallel pronged wings, the curved SKx and straighter SBx naturally sit toe-up, making it easier to align the face square to the stroke.
Each model features the company’s alignment system. By aligning the shaft and a red dot on the heel side of the flange, golfers know the putter face is aligned properly, and the sole is flat on the ground to increase the opportunity for solid contact.