Michael Kim shares honest advice for amateur golfers who are considering using a zero torque putter

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Technology has come a long way in the sport of golf and when it comes to putters, we are seeing plenty of advancements as companies scramble to produce the best product possible.

Compared to the older days of a Jack Nicklaus or Arnold Palmer, golf clubs are now manufactured to help the golfer out as much as possible.

Whether that be the modern drivers with huge heads and impact zones, or the introduction of technology and weighting into putters to help out.

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Indeed, when it comes to putters, the introduction of ‘zero torque’ putters has had a big impact on proceedings. In theory, the zero torque range simply intends to reduce the risk of a putter twisting through impact and ultimately, remain square.

However, while on the surface they might seem to be the answer for pros and amateurs, PGA Tour winner Michael Kim has suggested why it might not be the be-all and end-all for the average golfer.

Michael Kim’s verdict on zero torque putters

In the amateur game, golfers are always searching for something to help them improve or knock a few strokes off their handicap.

Oftentimes, it’s more a case of having to work on the fundamentals of your game but in reality, there are also certain technologies out there that can help.

Zero torque putters are one of the options for the amateur to put in the bag but according to Michael Kim, it might not solve everything.

Going into a lengthy post on X about his experience of the zero torque putters, Kim revealed that for amateurs, they may not make too much difference.

“Should you get one? -This is a tricky question,” Kim wrote. “

“Most ams just don’t start their putts online but that’s mostly due to improper aim and set up. Starting putts online is 90% in the set up, maybe 95%. A ZT putter might only be a minimal improvement on that and until you fix your set up, it might not do too much good. -These putters and clubs in general are quite expensive so it’s tough for me to say you should absolutely get one. -However, a lot of pros have transitioned to one because it just feels easier to start putts online and more and more guys are transitioning. -If you’re getting one, try one that is a bit on the heavy side. That’ll help you feel the club a bit more as you’re making your stroke.”

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The top 10 putters on the PGA Tour in 2025

As Kim mentions in his thread, he doesn’t look at the current top 50 putters on the PGA Tour and instantly be taken aback by them all using zero torque.

In fact, he insists that most – if any – of the top 50 don’t use these sorts of putter.

In terms of the top ten for the PGA Tour in 2025 when it comes to strokes gained putting, there are a mix of huge and lower end names in there.

As Kim mentions, a lot of putting comes down to form and practice and ultimately, while the club might make a difference, it really comes down to the player above all else.