A head-to-head look at two of the top wedges in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The Cleveland RTX ZipCore edges the Titleist Vokey SM7 on overall Every18 score (95 vs 94), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Titleist Vokey SM7 is both the cheaper buy (about $50 used vs $60) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. The Titleist Vokey SM7 is the more forgiving of the two, which is the bigger deal for most mid- and higher-handicap players. Bottom line: choose the Cleveland RTX ZipCore if you fit its profile (stability and feel); choose the Titleist Vokey SM7 if you lean toward tour grind matrix.
| Metric | Cleveland RTX ZipCore | Titleist Vokey SM7 |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 95 ✓ | 94 |
| Forgiveness | 83 | 87 ✓ |
| Speed | 79 | 85 ✓ |
| Feel | 80 | 83 ✓ |
| Value rating | 90 ✓ | 80 |
| Est. used price | $60 | $50 ✓ |
| Value index | 190 | 226 ✓ |
| Launch | Mid | Low to mid |
| Spin | Mid | Controllable |
| Fit profile | Stability and feel | Tour grind matrix |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
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 SM7 suits tour grind matrix.
The Titleist Vokey SM7 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $60 for the Cleveland RTX ZipCore and $50 for the Titleist Vokey SM7, so the Titleist Vokey SM7 is also the cheaper buy.
The Titleist Vokey SM7 rates higher for forgiveness (87 vs 83), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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