Ping · Putter · 2024
PLD Milled Ally Blue 4
CaddyIndex™ breakdown — what the agentic research found across each of the six performance dimensions, with cited sources.
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
Exceptional - 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
A standout - the deep Aggressive Milling Pattern face delivers a quality roll, a consistent pace. Among the better putters for distance control.
Workability
A 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
Premium 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
A 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
Premium 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
Some of the reviews, lab tests and head-to-head comparisons the agentic research read while grading this club.