The Cleveland RTX ZipCore edges the Titleist Vokey SM11 on overall Every18 score (95 vs 94), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Cleveland RTX ZipCore is both the cheaper buy (about $60 used vs $170) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. Bottom line: choose the Cleveland RTX ZipCore if you fit its profile (stability and feel); choose the Titleist Vokey SM11 if you lean toward current vokey matrix.
Side-by-side comparison
Metric
Cleveland RTX ZipCore
Titleist Vokey SM11
Every18 score
95 ✓
94
Forgiveness
83
83
Speed
79
80 ✓
Feel
80 ✓
76
Value rating
90 ✓
69
Est. used price
$60 ✓
$170
Value index
190 ✓
66
Launch
Mid
Mid
Spin
Mid
Mid
Fit profile
Stability and feel
Current Vokey matrix
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cleveland RTX ZipCore better than the Titleist Vokey SM11?
On the Every18 editorial score the Cleveland RTX ZipCore rates higher (95 vs 94 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the Cleveland RTX ZipCore suits stability and feel, while the Titleist Vokey SM11 suits current vokey matrix.
Which is better value, the Cleveland RTX ZipCore or the Titleist Vokey SM11?
The Cleveland RTX ZipCore scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $60 for the Cleveland RTX ZipCore and $170 for the Titleist Vokey SM11, so the Cleveland RTX ZipCore is also the cheaper buy.
Which is more forgiving, the Cleveland RTX ZipCore or the Titleist Vokey SM11?
Both rate the same for forgiveness (83), so neither gives up much on off-center hits relative to the other.
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