The TaylorMade Spider X series of putters are incredible pieces of golfing equipment. Their spectacular design gives them a great level of control and stability, even when compared to other high-performance putters. However, it’s easy to wonder which Spider X putter you should choose.
The Spider X 3 has a 30° toe hang and a small slant shaft, while the Spider X 7 has a face-balanced toe hang and a single bend shaft. The Spider X 3 has one more color option and one more sightline option than the Spider X 7.
In this article, I’ll explain all the distinctions you need to know between the Spider X 3 and the Spider X 7. I’ll also provide some insight into the performance of both putters and who I recommend this club for.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Comparison Table
| Spider X 3 | Spider X 7 | |
| Shaft | Small Slant | Single Bend |
| Finish | Copper/White, Navy/White, Navy, or Chalk/White | Copper/White, Navy/White, or Chalk/White |
| Sightline | OES, LINE | OES |
| Toe Hang | 30° | Face-Balanced |
| Offset | ¾ Shaft | Full Shaft |
| Shared Specs | 33in (83.82cm), 34in (86.36cm), and 35in (88.9cm) shaft lengths available355g (12.52oz) headweight3° loft, 70° lie5mm pure roll insert, medium insert feel |
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Shaft
The Spider X 3 has a small slant hosel, while the Spider X 7 has a single bend hosel. The small slant hosel results in a slightly upward strike, with the added benefit of giving golfers a slightly more ideal hand position. The Spider X 7 has a single bend hosel, making it more forgiving.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Finish
The Spider X 3 and Spider X 7 share three finish options: Copper/White, Navy/White, and Chalk/White. If you decide to purchase the Spider X 3, you can also purchase a putter in the Navy color option.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Sightline
The OES (Optically Engineered Sightline) is the standard option for the Spider X 3 and the Spider X 7. This incredible sightline resulted from intensive research completed by TaylorMade, who wanted to provide better alignment and more consistent striking. The Navy Spider X 3 is a good option if you’d prefer to try the alternative LINE sightline.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Toe Hang
The Spider X 3 has a 30° toe hang. As a result, it’s slightly more effective when used to send the golf ball on a high arc. If your stroke generally has a lower arc, you may find that one of the face-balanced Spider X 7 putters is a better fit.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Offset
The Spider X 3 was designed with a ¾ offset shaft. The Spider X 7 has a full shaft offset, which makes it slightly more accommodating than the Spider X 3. Both putters are a great option for golfers who have playstyle handicaps since the offset can improve your chances of making a straight shot and sending the ball in a higher arc.
Spider X 3 vs. Spider X 7: Shared Specs
The Spider X 3 and Spider X 7 offer three shaft length options, making them accommodating for players of various heights. The 355g headweight means that both clubs are better options for players with a strong swing. Both clubs offer the same loft, lie, and pure roll insert. It’s important to consider whether these qualities match your playstyle before purchasing a Spider X putter.
Final Thoughts
The Spider X 3 and Spider X 7 are both incredible putters. And while they’re quite similar in many ways, you should consider the differences in offset, toe hang, sightline, and shaft design before purchasing either putter. Both putters can make an incredible addition to your set of golf equipment.