Best Cheap Putters 2026: Our expert picks for affordability
Because consistency on the greens needn't cost the earth.
With the possible exception of the driver, putters have crept up in price more than any other golf club in the last few years.
With the advent of ultra-premium brands, artisan putter workshops and the zero-torque revolution, a high-end putter can now fetch upwards of £500 before premium components are even factored in – a prohibitive cost for many golfers.
The good news is that for beginners and golfers on a budget, there are still plenty of affordable golf putters out there on the market, with even the most premium brands offering more accessible ranges that deliver high-end performance and feel without the crazy price tag.
Sure, you won't find any L.A.Bs or Scotty Camerons on this list, but we've tested every one of these cheap putter options to make sure they're up to the standards of even the most discerning golfers. Here are our favourites for 2026.
The best budget golf putter for 2026
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Wilson Infinite ZT
RRP: £229
Key features:
- Zero torque forgiveness
- Double-milled face for premium feel
- Black anti-glare finish with premium oversized grip
Having already found acclaim with its new Staff Model forged irons to start the year, Wilson has become the latest brand to hop on board the zero torque putter bandwagon, updating their milled Infinite range with a line of ZT options (appropriately labeled the ZT Infinite).
The big point of difference, however, is the price. The Wilson ZT Infinite has an RRP of £229, but will hit most store shelves at £199.
The ZT Infinite line-up consists of two shapes to begin with: the 606, which is a larger mallet shape akin to a TaylorMade 5K Spider ZT, and the half-moon Lakeview. Both do a more than ample job of mimicking the performance and feel of a more expensive putter.
The double-milled face has a crisp feel at impact with a great level of feedback to let you know if you've mis-struck the ball ever so slightly, however we did note a high-pitched, tinny sound creeping in on certain mis-strikes that might put some more discerning players off.
Even so, the Wilson does an excellent job delivering zero torque performance on a budget and, we're confident in naming these putters one of the best value flatsticks you can buy.
READ OUR FULL WILSON ZT INFINITE PUTTERS REVIEW
The best affordable zero torque putters
Tour Edge Zero T
RRP: £152
Key features:
- Zero torque
- Double-milled face for premium feel
- Black anti-glare finish with premium oversized grip
One-upping Wilson in the new affordable zero torque category, Tour Edge's new Zero T range comprises four new models, all offering high-end zero torque performance, priced at just £150.
While the putters naturally aren't completely milled (they are £150 after all) they are cast from 304 stainless steel for a clean, pure roll and feature horizontal face milling for consistent roll.
The range comes in four shapes, all of which are mallets in various sizes to suit different eyes and levels of forgiveness. The ZT-1 and ZT-4 are the largest mallets in the range, offering the most forgiveness. The ZT-2 presents a slightly more compact profile, and the ZT-3 is a square-back mallet with an open alignment aid.
All four come finished in Tour Edge's classic black colour scheme, with white alignment aids and a newly-designed oversized Tour Edge pistol style grip. They also come fitted with KBS's new KBS CT Tour Putter shaft for enhanced stability and feel.
The other best affordable putters
Ben Hogan BHM
RRP: £199.99
Key features:
- Precision CNC milled faces
- 6061 aluminium body paired with 303 stainless steel face
- Choice of three high MOI mallet head shapes
New for 2026, Ben Hogan's BHM range is the most premium line of putters yet released by the late Hogan's eponymous brand. Each BHM putter is made from a combination of high quality aluminium for precision weighting, finished with a 303 stainless steel face that's milled for incredible feel and roll consistency.
The BHM range comprises three distinct mallet models, all engineered for high MOI performance. Each model also comes with a choice of plumbers neck, flow neck and straight shaft options so players can find the exact combination of style and setup that best suits their needs.
For traditionalists, the bladed BHB line is also available at the same price.
Cleveland HB Soft Milled
RRP: £199
Key features:
- CNC milled for precise weighting and crisp lines
- Speed Optimised Face Technology normalises ball speed across an enlarged striking area
- Each head shape features a specific alignment scheme and grip designed to fit the stroke of that putter
Cleveland's Huntington Beach line has long been a staple of the entry-level putter market, offering premium feel and sleek looks at a very impressive price point.
The HB Soft Milled line is a step up from the cheaper HB Soft 2 range, but is worth the added investment. The extra money gets you a beautiful CNC milled face that feels wonderful both on clean and not-so-great strikes.
The HB Soft range is massive, with almost a dozen different shapes and sizes optimised for different stroke types. Cleveland have also fine tuned the balance and components of each putter specifically, meaning every putter will come with the exact weight and grip to help you get the most out of your particular stroke.
TaylorMade SYSTM2
RRP: £219
Key features:
- Soft 304 stainless steel construction for premium feel at impact
- Milled and fly cut face delivers great roll consistency
- Metal Injection Moulded head for optimum weight balance
- Two-tone finish helps players frame the ball better at address
The SYSTM2 range pays homage to the System2 driver range of the early '90s, and is made up of a new range of five new putter shapes ranging from traditional blades to higher MOI mallet designs. The most attractive part, however, is the price, with each model retailing for just £219.
To keep costs down, TaylorMade manufacture the putters using a process called metal injection moulding, which allows them to create a range of unique shapes with exceptional consistency and weight distribution without having to mill each putter individually from a block of metal.
The brand has elected to use a softer 304 stainless steel for a more cushioned sensation at impact, while the face is fly cut, milled and scored with a saw-cutter to provide a finish and feel more akin to that of a traditional milled-face putter.
Five putter shapes will be offered in the SYSTM2 range, with three blade shapes and two mallets. All three blades come in either L-neck or Short Curve hosel options, while the mid-mallets have L-neck or single bend options, bringing the number of total configurations available to 10.
Tour Edge Exotics Wingman
RRP: £129
Key features:
- 304 stainless steel face with VIBRCOR soft TPU insert behind for ultra soft feel at impact
- Aluminium sole plate beneath large hollow centre maximises MOI for stability
- Precision milled face
- Premium anti-glare navy PVD finish
Perhaps the cheapest putter available with a features list as big as it has, Tour Edge's Exotics Wingman is a truly affordable way to experience the luxury of a milled face putter with added high MOI stability.
Finished in a sleek Navy PVD, of the three Wingman shapes are designed for maximum stability and confidence, and feature a custom 'W' pattern milled face for a beautiful feel and consistent roll across the face.
A soft TPU insert behind the 304 stainless steel face also lends the Wingman range an incredibly soft feel, which is great if you're more used to putting with an insert.
Wilson Infinite
RRP: £150
Key features:
- Double-milled face
- Two-tone anti-glare finish
- Oversized no-taper grip
The standard version of the Infinite ZT range we sung the praises of above, Wilson's Infinite putter line delivers all the same feel and affordability for players who prefer a more conventional feel through the stroke.
Recognisable for its sleek anti-glare black finish, each Infinite Putter has a precision double-milled face, as well as a premium oversized no-taper grip that helps prevent twisting in the stroke.
Crafted to suit just about every type of player, the Infinite line includes some of the brand's most popular putter shapes, from the bladed Windy City to the ultra-forgiving Buckingham.
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Brad Nash is Reviews Editor at GolfMagic, having joined the team in June 2025 to look after all things reviews, soft goods testing and equipment alongside Equipment Editor Georgina. Primarily a writer, you may see him pop up in videos or on the GolfMagic socials from time to time.
