Zero torque putters have gained a lot of popularity in the past couple of years, with the likes of LAB Golf and PXG bringing out stroke-balanced putters. Odyssey have decided to join the party with their new Ai One Square 2 Square Putter range, with the ‘toe up’ design combining with some of their newest technologies.
I got my hands on the Double Wide model and put it through its paces, testing it against my trusty Scotty Cameron GOLO on a tricky, windy putting green at Praia D’El Rey in Portugal.
Spoiler alert: this putter surprised me in a lot of ways!
Who Is It Aimed At?
This putter is perfect for anyone who wants a simpler, more consistent putting stroke. If you tend to struggle with keeping the face square at impact or notice your putts veering offline, this is definitely worth a look.
The Square 2 Square putters are all centre-shafted, which means they’re designed for players who want minimal rotation in their stroke. Basically, the putter helps you keep everything square – from setup to follow-through – without any extra effort.
What’s cool about Odyssey’s approach is that they’ve kept the designs relatively traditional. LAB and PXG tend to go for really bold, futuristic shapes that aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. Odyssey, on the other hand, offers models like the Double Wide that look more familiar and classic. It’s a great option for players who want the benefits of stroke-balanced tech but aren’t ready to play something that looks like it belongs in a science fiction movie.
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The Tech
The Square 2 Square Putters are ‘stroke balanced’. This means that they are designed to stay square throughout the golfer’s stroke.
They feature much of the same technologies as the Ai-One Putter range, albeit modified into the Square 2 Square setup.
Designed with AI, there are contours on the aluminium back of the insert. This is molded to a White Hot Urethane insert, promoting consistent ball speeds across the face. This combines with the White Hot feel that golfers have come to know and love over the years.
The design is said to centre the shaft on the CG plane of the putter, giving it a ‘toe up’ position. This is what promotes the square face throughout the putting stroke.
The putter comes with 3.3° forward shaft lean built in, putting the hands in a forward press position. This stops golfers from doing it themselves in the setup, which can lead to the face being opened.
The Stroke Lab shaft has 20-30 grams of counterbalance weight in the butt end, which helps to stop the oversized head feeling too heavy.
Odyssey Square 2 Square Double Wide Putter Review
Looks
I tested the Double Wide model, which is basically a bigger, beefed-up version of a blade putter. The first thing you notice when you set it down is the centre-shafted design.
If you’ve never used a centre-shafted putter before, it might feel a little weird at first. The shaft alignment and the built-in lean almost make it look like your hands are slightly ahead of the ball at setup.
The overall footprint is bigger than a traditional blade – it’s longer and wider – but it’s not overly chunky. I actually thought it looked pretty sleek. The design is clean and sharp, and it ties in nicely with the rest of the Ai One lineup.
As for the grip, it’s noticeably thicker than your standard putter grip. That’s all part of the counterbalancing setup, and I think it works really well with the overall design.
Feel
This is where the Square 2 Square really impressed me. Despite the larger head, the putter felt surprisingly light in my hands. That’s thanks to the counterbalancing in the grip and shaft, which shifts the weight away from the head and makes the whole thing feel balanced and easy to swing.
Right away, I noticed how stable the putter head was during the stroke. It felt like it wanted to stay square to the target without much effort on my part. Honestly, it felt like the putter was doing the work for me, which is exactly what you want.
It did take a few putts to adjust to the lighter feel. At first, I expected the head to feel heavier, but once I got used to it, I loved how smooth and consistent it felt. This stability really stood out on both short putts and long lag putts.
Performance
Now for the fun part – testing. I compared the Square 2 Square to my Scotty Cameron GOLO using a simple gate drill. The results?
The Square 2 Square nailed it with a 100% success rate, while my Scotty scored 90%. That’s a pretty big difference when you’re trying to start the ball on the right line consistently.
I also tested the putter on a slopey, windy green at Praia del Rey, and it handled the conditions so well. Even with strong gusts and uneven terrain, the putter head stayed rock solid through the stroke. There was no twisting or wobbling, which gave me a ton of confidence.
Short putts were where this putter really shined. The stability and square alignment made it feel like there was almost no margin for error. As long as I struck the ball somewhere near the middle of the face and read the putt correctly, it rolled exactly where I aimed.
Odyssey Square 2 Square Double Wide Putter Verdict
I didn’t know what to expect going into this test, but I came away seriously impressed. The Odyssey Square 2 Square putter lives up to the hype. It’s stable, consistent, and easy to use, which makes it a great option for golfers who want to simplify their putting stroke.
The feel is excellent – soft and smooth, with just enough feedback to let you know when you’ve struck it well. I also love that Odyssey kept the price at £289, which is the same as their standard Ai One range. You’re getting all the benefits of stroke-balanced tech without paying a premium, which is a nice touch.
That said, the centre-shafted design and forward lean might take some getting used to if you’re switching from a traditional heel-shafted putter. But once you adjust, I think you’ll find it’s a really easy putter to use.
Would I Use It?
As someone who’s been using the same putter for years, I’m usually pretty hesitant to try something new. But the Square 2 Square made a strong case for itself. I felt especially confident over short putts, and the stability in windy conditions was a game-changer.
That said, I’d probably need a bit more time to fully adjust to the centre-shafted design and the feel of the forward lean, especially out on the course. But based on my testing, I’d be more than happy to put this putter in the bag – especially on fast, tricky greens where alignment and stability are key.
If you’re looking for a putter that makes your stroke more consistent and reliable, the Odyssey Square 2 Square is definitely worth a try. It’s simple, effective, and won’t break the bank – what more could you want?
