Cleveland wedge

Cleveland RTZ wedges

Players cited with it: 9; 3 in play now, by the latest report on each.
Released: 2025; First cited here by Sepp Straka, January 2025. Last reported 3 months ago.
Reviewers: Praised for spin and feel; From 4 reviews. What they said

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“Earlier in the season, Lowry transitioned away from a Full Face lob wedge profile into a 60° Low Bounce grind (bent to 61°).”
Shane LowryJuly 2026Read the report
“Wedges: Cleveland RTX 6 ZipCore (50), Cleveland RTZ (54), Cleveland RTX 6 ZipCore (60-LOW) – Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400”
J.J. SpaunApril 2026Read the report

7 more players cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 4 reviews (2 press, 2 video), newest April 2025

What press and YouTube reviews of the Cleveland RTZ wedges judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

Spin
Feel
Looks
Versatility

SpinRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Reviewers highlight exceptional spin, grabbing faster and more than rivals.2 reviews›
Praise (4)
- “Spin. Spin is just about the only word required to describe the Cleveland RTZ wedges.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “whereas the RTZ wedges grab so much faster.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “Superb spin control in wetter conditions”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
- “I still noticed how much more spin I was still generating compared to some other wedges I have tested in the same situation.”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
VersatilityMostly positive: Leans positive.Versatile for varied shots and players, though fewer grind choices than rivals.4 reviews›
Praise (5)
- “The Cleveland RTZ has redesigned those key areas to allow for varied short-game playability, so it’s already a plus for me.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “multiple bous options multiple lofs as you can imagine covering all kinds of player with different grinds as well so you can really dial into what you want from your wedge”
  VideoThe Golf Shop Online · February 2025Watch at 0:13
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “the rtz series of wedges has something for everyone every type of technique every kind of visual preference”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 7:13
- “This flight adaptability was perfect when it came to chipping and pitching as well and meant I could be creative around the greens to access pins that were tucked on ridges or beyond slopes.”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
- “I quite like the idea of this in my higher lofted wedges when opening the face.”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “Not as many grinds as competitors”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
FeelRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Soft, smooth feel with great feedback across full shots and pitches.4 reviews›
Praise (7)
- “The new material, Z-Alloy is soft, but not too soft.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “contact off the face is smooth but in a way that still gives good feedback.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “the hydro zip grooves have been very popular feel very sharp as well”
  VideoThe Golf Shop Online · February 2025Watch at 1:15
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “that felt absolutely lovely”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 4:19
- “all those shots felt really nice off the face”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 3:05
- “feels great for the full pitch shots absolutely fantastic”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 5:05
- “One of the softest feeling wedges on the market”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
Groove durabilityNot covered by enough reviews
LooksRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Clean, premium looks praised widely, though tour-satin finish wears fast.4 reviews›
Praise (8)
- “Overall, the RTZ looks super clean and inviting for the shots you want to pull off around from greenside, without compromising itself during full swings.”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “Super clean looks”
  PressToday's Golfer, Lewis Daff · January 2025Read the review
- “the looks are just fantastic full face obviously not for everyone but lovely clean lines on these wedges”
  VideoThe Golf Shop Online · February 2025Watch at 1:37
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “they just look as good as anything on the market”
  VideoThe Golf Shop Online · February 2025Watch at 2:14
  About the model family, not this exact version.
- “those of you that have had Cleveland wedges in the past will not be disappointed by these cuz they look fantastic”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 2:07
- “looks wise straight way behind the ball looks lovely I really like the shape it's a bit more rounded than some wedges that you'll see out there on the market”
  VideoGolfshake.com · March 2025Watch at 1:58
- “The Cleveland RTZ is one of the cleanest and most premium-looking wedges on the market.”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
- “the Cleveland RTZ wedges ($169/£159) are undoubtedly some of the best-looking wedges I have seen over the past couple of years.”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
Complaints (1)
- “The tour-satin finish shows wear quickly”
  PressGolf Monthly, Sam · April 2025Read the review
ValueNot covered by enough reviews