PXG One & Done ZT Putter Review: L.A.B.-level performance for less

Even by PXG's already bold standards your putter 'One & Done' is, admittedly, a pretty confident way to introduce yourself as a putting proposition.

The name, of course, implies that this is the one putter most golfers will ever need. One putter to make more one putts. That's a serious claim from a brand not traditionally known for its putters (even though we've given their most recent flat sticks some pretty good reviews.

To achieve this, the One and Done is billed as the brand's most forgiving putter yet, with a high-MOI, zero torque design that specifically targets models like the Odyssey Jailbird and new L.A.B. VZN.1i (a putter we reviewed next to the new PXG just yesterday), despite costing less with an RRP of £429.

But does it deliver on the promises? Let's find out.

Check out our video review and scroll on to read our detailed thoughts. Let us know what you think of the new range in the comments below.

Looks & features

Aesthetically, the classic PXG hallmarks are back with the One & Done ZT with a clean black and silver colour scheme highlighted by white accents and a strong focus on showing off the premium materials that have gone into the club head. It has a rounded-off diamond shape that's actually very similar to the L.A.B. VZN.1i, with cut-out box, combined with a simple white line and dot, that combine to make a great low-fi alignment aid.

While being a similar shape to the L.A.B. it has a much smaller footprint, meaning it'll be a great fit for players who want forgiveness without having to opt for the massive size that many high-MOI putters carry these days.

The telltale sign that differentiates the ZT as a zero torque option is the neck, which protrudes out towards the centre line at address. This distinctive hosel gives the Bat Attack five degrees of loft, making for a distinctive look at address, but the 2 degrees of forward press mitigates this, making it play like a standard 3 degree putter

True to the PXG philosophy, the One & Done ZT uses a host of advanced technology, wrapped in a premium package, to generate feel. While the look is that akin to other premium milled brands, underneath the putter's milled 303 stainless steel body is a hollow chamber, filled with a proprietary polymer that the brand calls S-COR insert. 

This material serves a number of functions. First and foremost, it absorbs vibration, and also allows PXG to mill the face thinner (0.055" to be exact), resulting in a putter that provides a crisp milled-face responsiveness without any clicky harshness.

Being more lightweight, the polymer also allows PXG to push more metal, and therefore mass, towards the perimeter of the club. This is great for MOI and forgiveness.

The package is rounded off with a sizeable soft-feel grip that helps promote a natural rocking motion through the shoulders.

What we like

Put all of this together, and result is a truly fantastic feeling putter if you prefer your putters on the firmer side. The ultra-thin face and polymer insert combine to give the PXG a really nice, crisp sensation at impact, with just the right amount of feedback.

The PXG also does well in its primary purpose of helping you achieve easy end-over-end roll. It's incredibly stable throughout the stroke, especially for a putter of its more compact size, and thanks to its added weight really does a good job at keeping you feel locked in and square throughout the entire stroke. In fact, when tested side-by-side, there's very little to separate the overall forgiveness of the PXG from a much more expensive putter from L.A.B. or Odyssey.

We found the firmer feel and added weight made distance control exceptionally easy, making this a great option to try out if you struggle with your lag putting.

At £429, I also think that the One & Done represents pretty good value, coming in cheaper than rivals like the L.A.B., Odyssey S2S Tri-Hot or TaylorMade Spider ZT.

What we don't like

The PXG is among the firmer feeling Zero Torque putters on the market, which is great if that's the kind of feel you're after. However we did feel that it became a bit of an issue on shorter, more delicate putts where finesse was required.

Because the PXG is also a fair bit smaller than the ultra-high-MOI, oversized mallets that are becoming increasingly common in the zero torque space, it naturally sacrifices a little bit of forgiveness as a result. It still does a great job of resisting twisting and getting the ball rolling well on most putts, but players with a less consistent putting game might notice that it struggles to completely counter the effects of a particularly poor stroke.

There's also the small issue of PXG's decision to place a logo on the heel side of the face, which cuts into the milled pattern on the face. It's both a little off-putting at address and visually doesn't need to be there. But I also acknowledge that's picking nits, and what bothers me might not be an issue for others.

Should you buy the PXG One & Done ZT Putter?

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If you're after a compact, zero torque putter that delivers premium feel and excellent value, the One & Done ZT is a model you should absolutely test. While PXG doesn't have the brand recognition others in the putting space do, this new model solidifies the American brand's status as a manufacturer of high-performing putters at a surprisingly good price.

the One & Done is every bit a rival to the most illustrious zero torque putters on the market. And while its slightly firmer feel and smaller head means it lacks the sheer forgiveness of a larger model, it still makes achieving an end-over-end roll incredibly easily for a putter of its size.

The looks of the PXG, as always, likely won't be for everyone, but that's a very small mark against it given the amount of value on offer here. The PXG is truly a putter that delivers the performance of a £500 putter for £70 less, and that makes it a must-test if you're on the hunt for a forgiving new flat stick.