The TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 edges the Titleist Vokey SM11 on overall Every18 score (96 vs 94), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 is both the cheaper buy (about $50 used vs $170) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The Titleist Vokey SM11 is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 if you fit its profile (raw face spin); choose the Titleist Vokey SM11 if you lean toward current vokey matrix.
Side-by-side comparison
Metric
TaylorMade Milled Grind 2
Titleist Vokey SM11
Every18 score
96 ✓
94
Forgiveness
74
83 ✓
Speed
77
80 ✓
Feel
81 ✓
76
Value rating
93 ✓
69
Est. used price
$50 ✓
$170
Value index
230 ✓
66
Launch
Mid
Mid
Spin
Mid
Mid
Fit profile
Raw face spin
Current Vokey matrix
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 better than the Titleist Vokey SM11?
On the Every18 editorial score the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 rates higher (96 vs 94 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 suits raw face spin, while the Titleist Vokey SM11 suits current vokey matrix.
Which is better value, the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 or the Titleist Vokey SM11?
The TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $50 for the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 and $170 for the Titleist Vokey SM11, so the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 is also the cheaper buy.
Which is more forgiving, the TaylorMade Milled Grind 2 or the Titleist Vokey SM11?
The Titleist Vokey SM11 rates higher for forgiveness (83 vs 74), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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