About this Review: This review is my honest opinion of the putter, which I tested for one day in January of 2023.

My take

The Odyssey DFX Rossie putter is for the average golfer looking to make an upgrade. The grip is comfortable in the hands, while the weight and face make it easy to feel the ball connect with the head. This creates more consistency and feel on both long and short putts.

About the club I tested

• Model: 2021 Odyssey DFX Rossie Putter
• Shape: Mallet
• Hosel Neck: Double Bend
• Balance Point: 12 inches
• Shaft Length: 35 inch
• Grip Type: Standard
• Finish: Matte Black

About me

• Average Score: 79
• Handicap: 7
• Experience: 22 years of golf
• Right/Left-Handed: Right Handed
• Stroke Type: Straight Back, Straight Through
• Golf Ball Used: 2021 Bridgestone E6
• Height: 5’10’’

Test conditions

• When I tested the putter: January 2023
• Days tested: 1
• Where I’ve used it: Turf practice green
• Weather and Wind Conditions: Indoor
• Green Speed: Slow to medium
• Grass Type: Turf

How it performs

What I was looking for

I was looking to test a variety of mallet style putters to determine which had the best weight, feel, and forgiveness—mostly within 10 feet or closer to the hole.

Why I did not choose this club

Overall, after testing this putter, I thought it was a solid option considering its price. I was only in the market to see how this putter performed and was pleased with the feel, distance control, and consistency on short putts it offered. Ultimately, I didn’t buy this putter as it wasn’t exactly what I was looking for from an overall performance standpoint.

What I love about it

• Length: The putter I tested was 35 inches, which is what I prefer, being 5’10’’. It allows me to swing my arms through while having them hang straight down. I think this comes down to personal preference and what type of grip I use, but the stock 35 inches was most ideal for my game.
• Aesthetic Appeal: The silver shaft with the matte black putter head is really sharp and drew my eyes toward the putter. I also liked the smaller mallet head, as the ball is able to find the center of the clubhead easier.
• Grip Feel: The grip was the standard Odyssey that comes with it by default. It was all rounded (cylinder like) and felt very comfortable in my hands both on long and short putts
• Balance: The balance was consistent on each swing regardless of the length of putt. The MOI was key in that as my backswing and follow through were easily repeatable

Issues I’ve encountered

• Face Feel: The face feel is that of a rock. It is not soft and doesn’t have a softer feel to it like some of the higher-end putters I tested.
• Forgiveness: The forgiveness is not great either and that felt particularly clear on longer putts. I was struggling with distance control due to its lack of feel and was missing putts all over the place.
• Weight: The weight was too light at 345g because I prefer heavier putters in the 365g range. I feel that best allows me to swing the putter back and through on a consistent line.
• Alignment: The triple lines on the head of the putter is not my favorite. I prefer longer singular lines. The triple lines are tough to align consistently and made me second guess if I was pointing toward the hole correctly.
• Customization:There are different models of hosels and I think it comes down to preference, but the double bend hosels are difficult for me to align correctly over and over again. I prefer a plumber’s neck or a single bend putter that takes away that double bend visual.

Best Putt or Round with this Putter

I did a drill where I hit five putts at three feet, five putts at five feet, and five putts from 10 feet. I ended up making 11/15 putts, which considering how hard the face felt, wasn’t too bad on my end.

Value for the money vs. other options

For its price, I think it performs well. When I compared the DFX Seven putter and the Mizuno OMOI Type 3, which I tried at the same time, I thought this was the third-best option. I would go with the DFX Seven or spend a little more money and go with CMizuno OMOI Type 3, as that putter has one of the softest faces on the market.

Final verdict

This putter is simply average. I as a mid to low handicapper wouldn’t be impressed by it, but those who are the average weekend golfer could find value in what it offers.