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 and the PING PLD Milled are dead even on overall Every18 score (97 each), so the decision comes down to how they differ underneath. The Cleveland HB Soft Premier is both the cheaper buy (about $165 used vs $215) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The PING PLD Milled 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 PING PLD Milled if you lean toward tour-milled precision.
| Metric | Cleveland HB Soft Premier | PING PLD Milled |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 | 97 |
| Forgiveness | 70 | 80 ✓ |
| Speed | 81 | 83 ✓ |
| Feel | 76 | 76 |
| Value rating | 92 ✓ | 83 |
| Est. used price | $165 ✓ | $215 |
| Value index | 247 ✓ | 189 |
| Launch | Start line | Low to mid |
| Spin | Feedback | Controllable |
| Fit profile | Soft face value | Tour-milled precision |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
The two are level on overall Every18 score (97 out of 100), so neither is clearly "better." The Cleveland HB Soft Premier suits soft face value, while the PING PLD Milled suits tour-milled precision.
The Cleveland HB Soft Premier scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $165 for the Cleveland HB Soft Premier and $215 for the PING PLD Milled, so the Cleveland HB Soft Premier is also the cheaper buy.
The PING PLD Milled rates higher for forgiveness (80 vs 70), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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