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Scotty Cameron updates Phantom X series putters for 2021
For 2021, Scotty Cameron is releasing four new models in the Phantom X line. The company wants to give golfers what they have been asking for and increase the number of available models to improve fitting options.
Scotty Cameron Phantom X: Design recap
When it comes to putters, golfers fall into two categories: blade people and mallet people. For those golfers who prefer mallets, the Scotty Cameron Phantom X series offers models to fit almost any golfer with any stroke. The entire line is built around high-MOI designs with easy alignment systems. It features a number of technologies to help golfers get the most out of their time on the greens.
Each model is comprised of a precision-milled stainless steel face and body along with an aluminum flange, which allows the putters to be larger in shape and easy to align while maintaining a balanced feel that comes from the precision weighting. The pieces of each putter are meticulously crafted to precisely fit together to produce solid acoustics—something Scotty Cameron putters are well known for.
The new putters’ sizes and shapes are all derived from golfer feedback, including from players on the PGA Tour. The Phantom X 5 and 5.5 were completely redesigned to replace the current models, while the new Phantom X 11 and 11.5 were developed based on player requests for a slightly smaller version of the Phantom X 12 and 12.5.
“Working with our game’s best players gives me great perspective into what they are looking for in a mallet putter. From the types of metals used to the subtle changes in shaft bends, these new Phantom X models offer brand new, highly requested options that build on our most popular models from 2020.
“I’ve had so many people asking for a putter like Justin Thomas’ gamer – and the Phantom X 5.5 is my direct answer. It has a solid 303 stainless steel face and body with aluminum in the sole and a small slant or ‘jet’ neck for more toe flow. For less toe flow, we have the Phantom X 5 with the single bend shaft.
“With the Phantom X 11 and 11.5, I was able to design a more compact wingback mallet with a stainless steel face in conjunction with 6061 aircraft aluminum for a look and feel that just performs while being very stable and forgiving. This line extension adds four new options that will most definitely pique the interest of mallet players.” – Scotty Cameron
2021 Scotty Cameron Phantom X: New models
Phantom X 5 – This new mid-mallet will remind some golfers of past Futura models thanks to its more compact profile. The X 5 is close to, but not quite, face-balanced and offers a highly contrasting topline sightline to make it easy to align with confidence alongside of its geometric shaping.
Phantom X 5.5 – It was towards the end of last year that Scotty Cameron released a limited edition “Inspired by Justin Thomas Phantom.” The new Phantom X 5.5 is the full release version of that model, which is intended for golfers with a more toe flow stroke that prefers a larger mallet style setup. It features a slant neck and will be available in both right and left-handed.
Phantom X 11 – The best way to describe the new Phantom X is as a refined and more compact version of the popular wingbacked Phantom X 12. The new X 11 has a clean topline that allows golfers to take their alignment cues from the single siteline placed further back along the flange. It comes with a mid-bend shaft to minimize face rotation for golfers who have a less gated/open-and-closing stroke.
Phantom X 11.5 – The X 11.5 is the same putter head as the 11 except with a different shaft bend configuration to create more toe flow.
Price, specs, and availability
The new 2021 Scotty Cameron Phantom X putters will be available worldwide starting March 26, through Titleist and Scotty Cameron accounts, and are priced at $429 each.
Cameron Young’s WITB from his win at the 2025 Wyndham Championship. Cameron is a Titleist staff player but his bag is definitely filled with some unique clubs. Here are the clubs he used to secure his first PGA Tour win!
Driver: Titleist GT2 (9 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Pro Orange 70 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX
Hybrid: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus HB Black VeloCore+ 10 X
Irons: Titleist T200 (4), Titleist T100 (5), Titleist 631.CY Prototype (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 (4-9)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F, 52-12F, 56-14F @57), WedgeWorks (60-K* @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7
Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 9.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Prototype
- Peter Malnati what’s in the bag accurate as of the Wyndham Championship. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Titleist GT3 (10 degrees, C2 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X Denali Blue 60 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 7 X
7-wood: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X
Irons: Titleist T150 (4, 5), Titleist T100 (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper AMT Tour White X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F @47, 52-12F, 56-08M @57, 60-04T @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Scotty Cameron Studio Style Fastback 1.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Yellow
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What is the best driver in 2025? At GolfWRX, we take great pride in our online community and the cumulative knowledge and experience of our members. When it comes to the best driver of 2025, we want to know what our forum faithful think.
Since our founding in 2005, the bedrock of GolfWRX.com has been the community of passionate and knowledgeable golfers in our forums, and we put endless trust in the opinions of our GolfWRX members — the most knowledgeable community of golfers on the internet. No other group of golfers in the world tests golf clubs as frequently or as extensively, nor is armed with such in-depth information about the latest technology.
Below are the results of GolfWRX member voting for the 2025 best driver, along with the vote percentage for each club.
Best driver of 2025: The top 5
5. Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond: 6.02%
Callaway’s pitch: “For golfers looking for a fast, forgiving, yet workable driver, the Elyte Triple Diamond features a tour-inspired shape and is the preferred model by most Callaway tour players.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond here.
4. Ping G440 Max: 6.86%
Ping’s pitch: “The most forgiving G440 model, MAX has a hotter face to generate speed and distance, and a lighter overall system weight with a longer shaft (46″) for faster clubhead speed, higher launch and longer carries. The Free Hosel and Carbonfly Wrap crown save weight to create our lowest CG ever and increase forgiveness while contributing to a more muted, pleasing sound.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 Max here.
3. Ping G440 LST: 9.53%
Ping’s pitch: “LST is an especially good fit for faster swings, offering less spin and more control with a penetrating trajectory. A hotter face, lighter overall system weight and longer shaft (46″) deliver more speed and distance while maintaining tight dispersion.”
@phizzy30: “Not a fan of Ping drivers in general, but 440 LST takes the cake. It’s super forgiving across the face for a low spin head, looks and sounds good and the ability to make it play neutral or slightly fade biased through the hosel settings is very appealing.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 LST here.
2. Titleist GT3: 16.55%
Titleist’s pitch: “The GT3 Driver offers Titleist’s boldest combination of power and personalization through adjustable performance. Dial in the CG Track to your frequent contact location to make your biggest drives even bigger while taking total control over flight and shaping.”
@mrmikeac: “I’ve been Anti-Titleist for years and years and years (outside of Vokey, of course). With that being said, HOLY BEGEEZUS the GT3 driver is an absolute NUCLEAR MONSTER! This thing blew my G430 10K Max out of the water in every single category. Forgiveness is the biggest thing that stands out of me, the 3 model has always been one of the less forgiving models in the past but this GT3 can take bad shot after bad shot and still end up in the fairway, I think a ton of that has to do with the adjustability, it’s actually effective. Feel and sound is perfect, that solid crack is so addicting to hear and when you hit it out the screws this thing can absolutely bomb it. Titleist, I’m sorry for doubting you. You have converted me.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT3 here.
1. Titleist GT2: 22.91%
Titleist’s pitch: “Delivering impressive distance from any impact point, the Titleist GT2 Driver extracts maximum performance through a forgiving design. Get the stability and added confidence of a high-MOI driver without sacrificing speed.”
@DTorres: “The Titleist GT2 has proven to be the best driver of the year. Packaged in a classic profile, GT2 perfectly balances performance and forgiveness while consistently being a high performer across all categories.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT2 here.
Other drivers receiving >2% of the vote
| Driver | Vote percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Cobra DS Adapt Max K | 4.85% |
| Ping G430 Max 10K | 3.85% |
| Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond | 3.68% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 | 3.51% |
| Callaway Elyte | 3.18% |
| Cobra DS Adapt X | 2.34% |
| Cobra DS Adapt LS | 2.17% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 LS | 2.17% |
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Luke
Feb 10, 2021 at 6:21 pm
Not much innovation here, just different looks for different folks. At least the new line isn’t just another iteration of the Ping Answer. They never worked for me
golfraven
Feb 10, 2021 at 2:50 pm
I‘m sure folks who picked the JT edition are kicking themselves as you now get a similar looks with the 5.5. I am gaming the 7.5 and love the black finish. Looks like they‘re going backwards to the Futura looks.
Aidan Nguyen
Feb 10, 2021 at 11:38 am
About time for the Lefties with the X5.5!
S
Feb 10, 2021 at 11:28 am
Nothing very exciting unforfunately. However the 5.5 is improved with the new neck and the only thing I would consider as nearly bought one last year. Prefer the look of this much more than the old 5.5 which I tried last year so am tempted. Otherwise I am afraid I agree with others. Nothing revolutionary here. BTW – the new 5.5 now very similar to the JT Ltd edition? Glad I didnt pick up one of those for god knows how much when the new 5.5 looks good.
The domestic donkey
Feb 9, 2021 at 6:59 pm
Kuch sucks donkey balls.
Garrett
Feb 9, 2021 at 3:32 pm
Probably the weakest overall lineup for Cameron that I can remember. I hope he comes out with an updated (or not!) Art of Putting line, preferably oil can. Win me back, Scotty. Until then, I recommend EVNRoll, I’ve had great luck with my outback
Benny
Feb 9, 2021 at 6:54 pm
Well said Gerrett. Cameron is a joke and if it wasn’t for Tiger he”d still be making putters for medicore players.
The Tour gets the putters that look awesome while retail gets junk. I have only bought 1x retail Cameron and never will again. I probably won’t ever own another Cameron again.
Scotty is a great guy BtW he does a ton for charity and truly loves his followers. But man bring some originality please!
Paul Runyan
Feb 9, 2021 at 3:01 pm
All the best ideas combined into one putter!
I would call it The Edsel Phantom!
Fbmsndn
Feb 9, 2021 at 1:41 pm
Where’s the tech? Where’s the innovation?
Jordan
Feb 9, 2021 at 2:35 pm
Don’t need it, don’t want it. Solid milled putters and steel faced mallets and we’re good.
dat
Feb 9, 2021 at 10:48 am
Make Scotty Cameron Great Again.
Jordan
Feb 9, 2021 at 9:12 am
4 years later, but atleast we’re here. He’s still paying for all his sins from the 3m tape insert years.
Scott
Feb 9, 2021 at 12:05 pm
I honestly think the GSS insert in Red X and studio style is the best insert he ever did (also had 3m tape).