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.
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The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 edges the Titleist Vokey SM11 on overall Every18 score (97 vs 94), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 is both the cheaper buy (about $70 used vs $170) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. They split the two traits most golfers care about: the Titleist Vokey SM11 is the more forgiving wedges, while the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 is the faster one — so pick the trait your game needs most. Bottom line: choose the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 if you fit its profile (raised micro-ribs); choose the Titleist Vokey SM11 if you lean toward current vokey matrix.
| Metric | TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 | Titleist Vokey SM11 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 94 |
| Forgiveness | 80 | 83 ✓ |
| Speed | 84 ✓ | 80 |
| Feel | 83 ✓ | 76 |
| Value rating | 92 ✓ | 69 |
| Est. used price | $70 ✓ | $170 |
| Value index | 166 ✓ | 66 |
| Launch | Mid | Mid |
| Spin | Mid | Mid |
| Fit profile | Raised micro-ribs | Current Vokey matrix |
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 TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 rates higher (97 vs 94 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 suits raised micro-ribs, while the Titleist Vokey SM11 suits current vokey matrix.
The TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $70 for the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 and $170 for the Titleist Vokey SM11, so the TaylorMade Milled Grind 3 is also the cheaper buy.
The Titleist Vokey SM11 rates higher for forgiveness (83 vs 80), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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