Putter · 2021
Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9
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
- Looks90
- Feel89
- Sound88
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Rated highest for looks and feel; its softest dimension is workability.
You putt with a straight stroke and want an angular, high-MOI mallet with an excellent milled-steel feel and class-leading connected alignment.
You putt with an arc, you want a clean traditional shape, or you want the softest current feel.
Pros
- An angular, high-MOI mallet - weight shifted to the outside for forgiveness
- A precision-milled solid stainless face - an excellent feel
- An aerospace-inspired connected look with excellent alignment
- Nearly face-balanced - clean and stable for a straight stroke
Cons
- Nearly face-balanced (minimum toe hang) - built for a straight stroke
- A bold, angular shape that won't suit traditionalists
- A 2021 milled face - pre the softer dual-milled and Studio Carbon Steel tech
By dimension
Forgiveness
ExcellentExceptional - the angular X 9 fills the centre with lighter black aluminium to shift weight to the outside of the head for high MOI, a perimeter-weighted high-MOI design. Among the more forgiving premium mallets - a high-MOI angular head.
Distance
ExcellentA standout - the milled solid stainless face gives a consistent roll and pace, the milled face delivering repeatability. Among the better putters for distance control.
Workability
ModestA nearly face-balanced mallet - a mid-bend shaft for a full shaft of offset and minimum toe hang, a nearly face-balanced putter best for straight strokes. Very limited arc-fit - built for a straight stroke.
Feel
ExcellentSoft and solid - the feel from the precision-milled solid stainless steel face is excellent, the milled face giving a soft, solid premium strike. Among the better putter feels - a premium milled stainless face (pre-dual-milled).
Sound
ExcellentA crisp, solid note - the milled solid stainless face gives a solid, crisp impact, a clean acoustic. A clean, solid milled note.
Looks at address
Class-leadingClean and distinctive - the angular, aerospace-inspired shape with a thick top line flowing back into two wings for a connected look at address, with excellent alignment, a clean compact profile. Among the cleaner, most alignment-friendly 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 Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 Putter Review - Golf Monthly
- Read the full review at Scotty Cameron's latest Phantom X putters: What you need to know - Golf Digest
- Read the full review at Scotty Cameron 2021 Phantom X Mallet Putters Review - Golflink
- Read the full review at Phantom X 9 - Scotty Cameron
- Read the full review at Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 Putter - TGW
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 best for?
You putt with a straight stroke and want an angular, high-MOI mallet with an excellent milled-steel feel and class-leading connected alignment.
Who should avoid the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9?
You putt with an arc, you want a clean traditional shape, or you want the softest current feel.
What handicap is the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 suitable for?
The Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 scores strongest for high-handicap golfers.
What is the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 best at?
In our research the Scotty Cameron Phantom X 9 rates highest for looks at address and feel, and is softest on workability.