A head-to-head look at two of the top wedges in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
2019 Wedges
The PING Glide 4.0 edges the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 on overall Every18 score (97 vs 96), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 is both the cheaper buy (about $50 used vs $85) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The PING Glide 4.0 is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the PING Glide 4.0 if you fit its profile (full wedge matrix); choose the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 if you lean toward raw face spin.
| Metric | PING Glide 4.0 | TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 96 |
| Forgiveness | 76 ✓ | 74 |
| Speed | 85 ✓ | 77 |
| Feel | 70 | 81 ✓ |
| Value rating | 77 | 93 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $85 | $50 ✓ |
| Value index | 137 | 230 ✓ |
| Launch | Mid | Mid |
| Spin | Mid | Mid |
| Fit profile | Full wedge matrix | Raw face spin |
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 PING Glide 4.0 rates higher (97 vs 96 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the PING Glide 4.0 suits full wedge matrix, while the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 suits raw face spin.
The TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $85 for the PING Glide 4.0 and $50 for the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2, so the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 is also the cheaper buy.
The PING Glide 4.0 rates higher for forgiveness (76 vs 74), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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