Putter · 2024
Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 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 7 June 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Looks89
- Forgiveness87
- Feel87
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Rated highest for looks and forgiveness; its softest dimension is workability.
You putt with a strong arc, want a premium milled high-MOI mallet with quality feel, easy alignment and the forgiveness of a modern shape.
You putt with a straight stroke, you want a lighter head, or you want a budget putter.
Pros
- A high-MOI, easy-to-align milled mallet - aluminium body and stainless soleplate
- A deep Aggressive Milling Pattern face for forgiveness and a quality roll
- A very pleasant, traditional feel with PLD-grade construction
- A strong-arc fit (3:30 toe hang) in a large, modern shape
Cons
- A strong-arc, 3/4-offset spec - wrong fit for a straight stroke
- A heavy 370g head that won't suit everyone
- A premium milled PLD price
By dimension
Forgiveness
ExcellentExceptional - the aluminium body, aluminium hosel and stainless soleplate create a high-MOI, easy-to-align mallet, the deep Aggressive Milling Pattern working with the high MOI to deliver forgiveness. Among the most forgiving mallets - a high-MOI milled head.
Distance
ExcellentA standout - the deep Aggressive Milling Pattern face delivers a quality roll, a consistent pace. Among the better putters for distance control.
Workability
StrongA strong-arc mallet - the toe hang is about 3:30 with a 3/4 shaft offset, Ping recommending the Ally Blue 4 for strong-arc players. Excellent arc-fit - a strong-arc high-MOI mallet.
Feel
ExcellentPremium and traditional - the Ally Blue 4 retains a very pleasant, traditional feel and combines quality feel with quality construction, premium PLD milling. Among the better putter feels - a premium milled experience.
Sound
ExcellentA clean, milled note - the milled face gives a clean, quality note at impact, a premium milled acoustic. A clean, premium putter sound.
Looks at address
ExcellentPremium and modern - the Ally Blue 4 pairs a large, modern shape with PLD-grade quality construction and is easy to align, a premium milled finish. Among the best-looking, most premium mallets.
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 PING PLD Ally Blue 4 Putter Review - Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 Putter Review - Today's Golfer
- Read the full review at Ping PLD Milled putters reviews - Golf.com
- Read the full review at Ping PLD Milled putters review 2024 - Bunkered
- Read the full review at PING 2024 PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 Putter - PGA TOUR Superstore
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 best for?
You putt with a strong arc, want a premium milled high-MOI mallet with quality feel, easy alignment and the forgiveness of a modern shape.
Who should avoid the Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4?
You putt with a straight stroke, you want a lighter head, or you want a budget putter.
What handicap is the Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 suitable for?
The Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 suits a broad range of abilities, from high-handicap beginners through to scratch and tour players.
What is the Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 best at?
In our research the Ping PLD Milled Ally Blue 4 rates highest for looks at address and forgiveness, and is softest on workability.