Putter · 2020
Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4
The CaddyIndex™ breakdown: our rating across all six performance dimensions, researched from published expert reviews, online sentiment and our own weighting algorithm.
By the CaddyCompare editorial team · updated 2 August 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Feel85
- Sound83
- Distance82
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Rated highest for feel and sound; its softest dimension is workability.
You have a slight-arc stroke and want a classic, super-soft milled Anser blade with a heavier head and repeatable distance control at value.
You want maximum mallet forgiveness or the most refined milled feel — a high-MOI mallet or a newer HB Soft suits you better.
Pros
- A super-soft milled SOFT face with a lively hint of spring
- Greatly enhanced, repeatable distance control for the price
- A heavier head than the #1 for a steadier stroke, at excellent value
Cons
- A classic blade — less forgiving than a mallet
- A first-generation design, since refined by the HB Soft 2
- Value-grade finish
By dimension
Forgiveness
SolidGood for a classic blade — a heavier head and the milled SOFT face lift off-centre ball speed for extra consistency.
Distance
ExcellentA highlight — the milled SOFT face greatly enhances distance control for a repeatable, dependable roll, the putter's signature strength.
Workability
SolidA classic Anser blade with a plumber's neck and moderate toe hang — it releases well for a slight-arc stroke.
Feel
ExcellentA super-soft milled feel — the ball pops off the SOFT face quickly with a lively hint of spring and minimal skid.
Sound
ExcellentA soft, lively note at impact — a milled SOFT face gives a pleasant, springy sound with the ball popping off quickly.
Looks at address
ExcellentClean and classic — a traditional Anser blade with a single alignment line that sits familiar and tidy behind the ball.
Sources
Dig into the independent expert reviews and lab tests that feed into how every club here is rated. Each one is worth reading in full — they carry the launch-monitor data, hands-on testing and detailed photography that paint the complete picture before you buy.
- Read the full review at Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Putters — ClubTest 2020 | Golf.com
- Read the full review at WRX Spotlight Review: Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Putters | GolfWRX
- Read the full review at Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Putter Review — Serious Value | Golfmagic
- Read the full review at Cleveland Huntington Beach SOFT Putter Review | Driving Range Heroes
- Read the full review at Tested & Reviewed: Cleveland Huntington Beach Putter | Golflink
- Read the full review at Huntington Beach SOFT Putters — specs | Cleveland Golf (Dunlop)
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4 best for?
You have a slight-arc stroke and want a classic, super-soft milled Anser blade with a heavier head and repeatable distance control at value.
Who should avoid the Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4?
You want maximum mallet forgiveness or the most refined milled feel — a high-MOI mallet or a newer HB Soft suits you better.
What handicap is the Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4 suitable for?
The Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4 suits a broad range of abilities, from high-handicap beginners through to scratch and tour players.
What is the Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4 best at?
In our research the Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft 4 rates highest for distance and feel, and is softest on workability.