Golfbidder
Europe's biggest used-club specialist
“I am really really enjoying these Mini Drivers”
The just-released BRNR Mini won him over off the tee with freakish consistency and only a small distance penalty versus his driver, though a 3-wood still beats it off the deck.
+ the facts · 5 pros · 2 cons− the facts
- +Four tee shots finished within 5 yards of each other, remarkable consistency
- +Only about 13 yards behind his 9-degree driver despite the smaller head
- +Mishits stayed dead straight or just off the fairway edge thanks to the big sweet spot
- −Less comfortable off the deck, where the 3-wood outperformed it
- −Not suited to a high tee, flight got low and inconsistent there
For: Golfers struggling for consistency with driver or 3-wood off the tee
National Club Golfer
UK magazine, hands-on club testing
“I would definitely say it's exceeded expectations in terms of performance”
A cool retro mini driver that exceeded expectations both off the tee and off the deck, offering real versatility as a second driver or fairway alternative.
+ the facts · 5 pros · 2 cons− the facts
- +Great retro looks with copper finish
- +Movable weights for adjustability
- +Surprisingly consistent dispersion
- −Low land angle lacks stopping power into greens
- −Not enough gapping benefit to justify replacing driver for long-course players
For: Good iron players who hit down steeply, struggle with fairway woods, or want a versatile second driver option
The Average Golfer
Real-world gear for regular golfers
“the best one by far they've brought out”
A great, versatile club both host and guest pro agree suits a lot of players, the best mini driver TaylorMade has brought out.
+ the facts · 5 pros · 1 cons− the facts
- +Versatile off the tee and off the deck
- +Shorter shaft gives more consistent center strikes
- +Confidence-inspiring head size and lovely looks
- −Longer than a three-wood but not as long as a driver for some
For: Higher-handicap and average golfers wanting driver-off-deck versatility
Club Champion (TXG)
Tour-level fitting studio
“toss those two to the side and get yourself a burner mini”
An easy, confidence-inspiring club that delivers driver-and-fairway-hybrid numbers with great sound and control.
+ the facts · 4 pros · 2 cons− the facts
- +Very low spin and strong ball speed
- +Easy, effortless to hit and keep in play
- +Great sound and feel
- −A bit harder to hit off the ground for low-attack players
- −Stock Proforce shaft may need a fitting upgrade
For: Players who struggle with driver or three-wood and want to keep it in play
SAS Golf
UK coach, honest equipment takes
“this is a club to plaster over your faults”
A great-looking throwback mini driver at 369 pounds that is really a plaster over swing faults rather than a genuine gain.
+ the facts · 2 pros · 3 cons− the facts
- +Loves the aesthetics and throwback burner styling
- +Shorter shaft and more loft help find the middle and keep it in play
- −Essentially a training aid masking driver faults
- −369 pounds too much when cheaper mini drivers exist
- −Less forgiving than a fairway wood
For: Fast swingers who leak side-spin, or steep slower players needing launch
