Taylormade Qi35 Vs Ping G440 Hybrid Comparison And Review

TaylorMade Qi35 Vs Ping G440 Hybrid Review & Comparison

Qi35 Vs Ping G440 Hybrid

Two good hybrids dropped into the bag here from TaylorMade and Ping, both 2025 models with their own spin on tech and playability.

Let’s get stuck in and check out the key features and performance of each to see which club suits who best..

TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid Overview

TaylorMade’s Qi35 is a sleek little number with a sophisticated chromium carbon finish that just looks smart and classy in the bag.

It doesn’t have a big red face like the Stealth and its performance is better too.

The black rings on the crown aren’t just style, they help with alignment which is a nice touch.

It’s got a multi material construction and a carbon fiber crown that reduces allowing for a lower COG, making the ball launch easier whether you’re hitting off the fairway, rough, or bunker.

The new TSS weight system lets youplay about with face angle and launch allowing you to really get the club dialled into your swing.

Plus, the adjustable loft sleeve gives you up to 3 degrees of optionality in both directions.

Twist Face and Thru Slot technology work together to keep flights straighter and maintain ball speed on mishits.

It’s a hybrid that climbs just enough and flies with a more controlled flatter trajectory and the sharp leading edge is great to play from any lie from tee to green.

Taylormade’s metal woods have been improving recently after a few dodgy carbon releases like the Stealth and the Qi35 is up there again with the best.

QI35 Performance Stats

Ball Speed	143
Spin	3450
Carry Distance	228

Ping G440 Hybrid Overview

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The Ping G440 Hybrid comes with the classic Ping look, matte finish and low key style which is exactly what many golfers appreciate.

The head shape has a slight closed face hinting at a fade or draw bias depending on the loft, which Ping have been making changes to in the G440’s

The face is thinner and more shallow than the G430, helping boost ball speed and launch high but keep in mind this mix can sometimes push the ball into the sky if you’re not careful, especially if you catch a flier lie in the rough.

They’ve also got a High Launch version which is lighter all round and ideal for slower swing speeds and seniors.

The sound from the face is a flat, percussive ping. It feels perfectly soft when you catch it flush and the sound is sharp and deep.

Ping G440 Performance Stats

Ball Speed	144
Spin	4415
Carry Distance	231

What They’re Like Out On The Course

TaylorMade’s Qi35 feels more modern with options to custom tune everything from weights to loft.

The flatter, longer flight is good for players wanting control but not at the expense of easy launch and consistency from all lies. Forgiveness isn’t over the top but solid enough for mishits and the Max version is always a good option for higher handicap players.

Ping’s G440 feels a bit more classic and reliable. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it and Ping have gone for incremental improvements in a very effective way and they haven’t spammed their customers with poor products over the years.

It’s got the forgiveness and consistency mid to high handicappers demand with performance that’s steady rather than relying on any gimmicky new features.

Who Should Pick What?

Qi35 is more suited for all handicaps really, from beginners who want easy launch to better players craving adjustability and a slick design.

The shaft options are also a nice feature for those wanting a precise fit.

The G440 hybrid slots in more for mid to high handicappers who need dependable consistency and forgiveness more than flash or shot shaping, but it will still do the job for better players too.

If you can’t decide between the two, best to test them both out with a fitting to see what works best.

Ping G440 Hybrid

G440 Hybrid 4

In 20 Words Or Less

“A smaller refined shape with a thinner, shallower face and club heads design specifically for each club. Revolutionary Hybrids from Ping”

Ping G440 Hybrid – First Impressions

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“The G440’s are a little more understated in design than the G430’s and the sharper leading edge is apparant with the shallower face.”

The next thing to note is that each individual hybrid is design with a particular ball flight shape by default depending on which type of golfer will use it.

The 2 Hybrid, which has a loft of 1 degree less than the G430 has a fade bias, while the 3 and 4 promote a straight flight.

The 5, 6, and 7 hybrid have a draw bias because as it will be used by a lot of higher handicap players who struggle with a slice.

There is also plenty of loft and lie options with +1.5 and -3 degrees of loft available. The free hosel design also frees up weight which allows for a lower CG and a slimmer back weighted profile.

When you hit the clubs, its like an aha moment. They have the control and spin rates of an iron with the extra distance of a hybrid. They are also super easy to hit from any lie.

They have more loft too than the preceeding G430’s and this allows for grester stopping power on the greens.

Ping G440 Hybrid Family

The Ping G440 Hybrids come in a standard option and they also come in a High Launch version which has a more lightweight configuration and allows the golfer to get the ball in the air more easily.

TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid

In 20 Words or Less

“The TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid offers easy launch, solid forgiveness and tons of adjustability in a classy, versatile package.”

TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid First Impressions

Right from the get go, the Qi35 stands out with its clean, classy look.

The chromium carbon finish with satin coating means no glare stealing your focus at address, while the black rings circling the crown’s edges add a touch of tradition, but wrapped in a more modern style.

Not too big, not too small, the 106cc head hits a sweet spot that’ll appeal to both hybrid lovers and those who’ve usually steered clear of rescue woods.

It’s a clever design that feels easy to launch but with a flatter ball flight than most hybrids, hanging nicely in the air without ballooning and also picking up some nice distanc gains, especially on fairways with a lot of roll out.

The multi material construction makes it surprisingly forgiving for a mid sized head, and the sound and feel have that solid, driver like feeling we’ve come to expect from TaylorMade’s higher end hybrids which have been dominating the game these past few years.

Ping G440 Hybrid Selling Points

Head Shape Crafted For Each Hybrid
Free Hosel Design
Thinner, More Shallow Face
Distance And Control
Adjustable loft and lie
Pleasing Sound
Very Forgiving

TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid Selling Points

Advanced chromium carbon fiber and aluminum build for lightness and feel
Carbon Fiber Crown to improve aero dynamics and prmote club speed.
Adjustable loft sleeve with up to 3 degrees of tweaking
New TSS Weight System lets you move weights without losing club balance
Twist Face and Thru Slot tech for straighter ball flights and better speed
106cc head size, good middle ground between compact and oversized.

Who is the Ping G440 Hybrid for?

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“It’s rare to see Hybrids on the men’s PGA Tour but its abundantly clear that the G440 Hybrids cater for more than just High Handicappers”

The Hybrids have easy launching capabilities, with spin rates and stopping power comparable with irons.

The weaker lofts also give steeper decent angles to land on the greens. There is also a high launch version for slower swing speeds.

I would expect the G440 hybrids to end up in the hands of all types of golfers from high to mid to low handicappers who can benefit from the dual performance of the 2 hybrid off the tee for instance.

All round super long, forgiving and workable clubs well worth checking out.

Distance: 98/100

Accuracy: 97/100

Feel & Control: 97/100

Forgiveness: 98/100

Overall Score: 98/100

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Who is the TaylorMade Qi35 Hybrid for?

If you’re a golfer of pretty much any skill level who wants a hybrid that’s not fiddly but still super-tunable, this one’s a match.

From scratch players seeking control and workable trajectory, to novices chasing forgiveness and consistency, the Qi35 covers a wider range of golfers than most.

It’s especially handy if you like to play about with lofts and shot shape without changing your swing weight or balance. The flatter launch means it’s easier to flight the ball on command, whether you want to carry the rough or smash it off the fairway.

Not quite as full featured as the Max model in terms of pure forgiveness, but it makes up for that with versatility and feel.

The standard is better suit to mig handicappers while higher handicap players will benefit from the Max version of the club.