Groove stories do not hole the putt. Phantom versus Evnroll ER2 — I compared them as mallets I would actually stand over on a Sunday pin.
Both the Scotty Cameron Phantom and Evnroll ER2 are well-regarded mallets — the Scotty premium and tour-proven, the Evnroll built around groove technology for more consistent results across the face.
Scotty Cameron Phantom X: High-MOI mallet with same milled precision as Newport line. Sightlines among the clearest in the category. Excellent visual package at address. Suits players with slight arc stroke. Price: ~$449.
Evnroll ER2: Sweet Face groove technology — variable groove geometry that widens from center outward, producing more roll speed on off-center strikes to compensate for reduced velocity. Measurably tighter distance distribution on mishits than conventional faces. Available at meaningful price advantage over the Phantom X. Price: ~$299.
Head to head:
– Feel: Scotty Cameron Phantom (milled steel delivers more precise feedback)
– Mishit distance control: Evnroll ER2 (Sweet Face technology produces more consistent roll off-center)
– Alignment: Scotty Cameron Phantom (exceptional sightline design)
– Value: Evnroll ER2 at ~$150 less
Scotty Phantom for golfers with consistent center contact who want the best alignment and feel in mallet format. Evnroll ER2 for golfers who miss the center frequently and want technology that compensates. Be honest about your contact consistency and buy accordingly.