A head-to-head look at two of the top putters in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The Cleveland HB Soft Premier edges the Bettinardi Studio Stock on overall Every18 score (97 vs 96), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Bettinardi Studio Stock is both the cheaper buy (about $105 used vs $165) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The Bettinardi Studio Stock is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the Cleveland HB Soft Premier if you fit its profile (soft face value); choose the Bettinardi Studio Stock if you lean toward soft carbon feel.
| Metric | Cleveland HB Soft Premier | Bettinardi Studio Stock |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 96 |
| Forgiveness | 70 | 80 ✓ |
| Speed | 81 | 85 ✓ |
| Feel | 76 | 85 ✓ |
| Value rating | 92 ✓ | 88 |
| Est. used price | $165 | $105 ✓ |
| Value index | 247 | 384 ✓ |
| Launch | Start line | Low to mid |
| Spin | Feedback | Controllable |
| Fit profile | Soft face value | Soft carbon feel |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the Cleveland HB Soft Premier rates higher (97 vs 96 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the Cleveland HB Soft Premier suits soft face value, while the Bettinardi Studio Stock suits soft carbon feel.
The Bettinardi Studio Stock scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $165 for the Cleveland HB Soft Premier and $105 for the Bettinardi Studio Stock, so the Bettinardi Studio Stock is also the cheaper buy.
The Bettinardi Studio Stock rates higher for forgiveness (80 vs 70), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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