Putter · 2020
Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2
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
- Sound87
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Rated highest for looks and feel; its softest dimension is workability.
You putt with an arc and want a widebody mid-mallet that bridges blade and mallet - blade feel, more forgiveness and clean Newport 2-style alignment.
You putt with a straight stroke, you want maximum high-MOI forgiveness, or you want a value price.
Pros
- A widebody mid-mallet - the feel of a blade with mallet forgiveness
- More stable than the Newport blades - an aluminium body with steel weights
- A redesigned plumbing neck with medium toe hang for arc players
- Sleek Newport 2 lines with a thinner topline for clean alignment
Cons
- Mid-mallet forgiveness - below a high-MOI mallet
- Medium toe hang - built for an arc, not a straight stroke
- A premium milled price
By dimension
Forgiveness
StrongStrong for a mid-mallet - the widebody Squareback 2 is more stable than the Newport models, blending blade feel with mallet forgiveness, the aluminium body with stainless sole weights adding MOI. More forgiving than the blades, if below a high-MOI mallet.
Distance
ExcellentA standout - the Squareback 2 gives an ideal blend of feel and forgiveness on putts from any distance, the milled face giving consistent pace. Among the better putters for distance control.
Workability
SolidA medium-arc mid-mallet - the redesigned plumbing neck gives medium toe hang, perfect for intermediate putts, a medium-toe-hang setup. Good arc-fit - a medium-toe-hang mid-mallet.
Feel
ExcellentSoft and solid - the Squareback 2 has just as much feel across the face as the Newport models, the solid milled construction giving good feedback. Among the better putter feels - a premium milled head.
Sound
ExcellentA crisp note - a gentle click at impact, a clean, crisp acoustic. A clean, crisp milled note.
Looks at address
Class-leadingSleek and classic - the widebody mid-mallet keeps the racy, sleek lines of the Newport 2 with a thinner topline and a slightly more compact face height, an alignment-promoting setup. Among the cleaner mid-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 Special Select Squareback 2 Putter Review - Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 Putter Review - Golflink
- Read the full review at Scotty Cameron Special Select Putters (2020) - MyGolfSpy
- Read the full review at Titleist Scotty Cameron Special Select putters: ClubTest 2020 - Golf.com
- Read the full review at Squareback 2 - Scotty Cameron
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 best for?
You putt with an arc and want a widebody mid-mallet that bridges blade and mallet - blade feel, more forgiveness and clean Newport 2-style alignment.
Who should avoid the Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2?
You putt with a straight stroke, you want maximum high-MOI forgiveness, or you want a value price.
What handicap is the Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 suitable for?
The Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 scores strongest for high-handicap golfers.
What is the Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 best at?
In our research the Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 rates highest for looks at address and feel, and is softest on workability.