Taylormade Stealth Vs. Ping G425 Driver Comparison Overview
Forged metal has long been the standard for premium drivers. There is nothing quite like the response you get from a driver with a forged face. However, Taylormade is looking to shift that perception with their new Stealth drivers.
The Taylormade Stealth drivers feature 60 layers of carbon in the face topped with a polyurethane wrap. So how does this new tech hold up against a forged driver? Find out the answer to this and other important performance questions in the following comparison overview.
Taylormade Stealth Driver Overview
The Taylormade Stealth driver is an incredibly light driver that still delivers substantial power at impact.
This performance tandem can be attributed to the combination of a carbon fiber face and extreme rear weighting. But how does it feel? It’s hard to describe the feel of this driver. There is a certain amount of friction at point of impact that feels like no other driver we have ever tested.
It has a deep, satisfying sound and feel; but somehow there is less substance. We will say though, that the Taylormade Stealth driver is extremely workable for a driver in this class. Low-face shots produce long, straight and fast ball flight while higher face shots increase spin rates.
Drive distance was almost identical between these two drivers too – the Taylormade Stealth averaged 222 yards while the Ping G425 averaged 224 yards.
Ping G425 Driver Overview
The Ping G425 features a sliding rear weight which, right away, makes it the more versatile driver in this comparison.
The Ping G425 driver also features a forged titanium face which feels outstanding. Even in 2022, there is still no match for the feel of forged metal. Overall, we liked the feel of the Ping G425 driver more than the Taylormade Stealth driver.
That all being said, the Ping G425 plays more like a game improvement driver. It’s long and straight; but lower handicap players would prefer the shot shapeability of drivers like the Taylormade Stealth more. Launch angles were also almost identical between these two drivers.
The Ping G425 had the more satisfying feel and was just slightly longer than the Taylormade Stealth driver on average.
However, the Taylormade Stealth driver was actually a bit more forgiving thanks to the Twist Face architecture. Lower handicap players will also find the Stealth driver more congenial to their level of play.
Ping G425 Drivers
In 20 Words Or Less
One of the most respected drivers in the game today, Feel and Control set this apart from the competition
Taylormade Stealth Driver
In 20 Words Or Less
The Taylormade Stealth is one of the most unique and impressive drivers of 2022 so far.
Ping G425 Drivers – First Impressions
The Club is pretty understated in it’s design, it’s all black with some white logo writing and you can immediately notice the adjustable weighting in the back that can iron out any inherent flaws in your swing.
The weight on the back is tungsten and weighs 26g, the ultra light internal dragon fly crown allows for more weight in the back and face which is a forged insert, delivering incredible ball speed and accuracy.
The head is packing huge MOI of over 10,000, and it incorprates and ultralight hosel insert and internal ribbing for unrivalled feel, forgiveness and competitive distance.
The club comes in three formats:
The max will suit mid to high handicappers
The LST has a smaller 445cc head for the consistent mid to low to pro players
The SFT is the most forgiving of the drivers and best for beginners who tend to slice
Overall the G425 has excellent feel and consistent and rightfully takes its place as one of the top premium drivers on the market right now.
Taylormade Stealth Driver – First Impressions
The Taylormade Stealth driver was impressive in almost every respect but we were really interested in testing our first carbon-faced driver.
For the most part, we weren’t disappointed. While it became clear fairly early on that the Taylormade Stealth driver was more for mid to low handicap players, it was awesome to experience something so fresh, new and most importantly, effective.
As you may expect from a Taylormade driver, the Taylormade Stealth features the famed speed pocket and a redesigned inertia generator that was upping the swing speeds of even our higher handicap testers (by 2-3 MPH).
The Stealth Family
The Stealth family includes the Stealth Plus and the Stealth HD drivers. The Stealth Plus is the only one in the line that features a sliding rear weight while the Stealth HD is the only one with internal draw bias.
Ping G425 Driver – Selling Points
- 26g Adjustable Weight In The Heel
- Ultra Light Carbon Crown With Internal Dragon Fly Technology
- Forged Face Insert For Incredible Ball Speeds
- Version To Suit All Levels Of Player
- Exceptional Feel And Consistency
- Arcoss Smart Sensors Included
Taylormade Stealth Selling Points
- Carbon face
- Inertia generator
- Extreme rear weighting
- Adjustable hosel
Who Are The G425 Drivers For
These drivers are suitable for all players, they are fast hitting, consistent and forgiving with endless adjust ability. Just best sure to select the right option of club for your game.
Ping G425 Family Of Irons
The Max is the middle of the road driver in the G425 range. It offers tons of distance and consistency without sacrificing on forgiveness.
The LST has a smaller head and is for better players who want to hone in on the feel and workability of the driver. This one sacrifices a bit of forgiviness for more feel and distance. Perfect for better players.
The SFT is the most forgiving and easiest to hit out of the 3 versions. This one is going to suit beginner and high handicappers the best.
Distance: 94/100
Accuracy: 97/100
Forgiveness: 96/100
Feel And Control: 936/100
Overall Score: 97/100
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Who is the Taylormade Stealth Driver for?
This driver would be amazing for any fast swing speed player looking for maximum distance.
The Taylormade Stealth took everything great about the SIM driver and amplified it by giving it a more reactive face.
Taylormade Stealth Drivers
The Standard Stealth driver is joined by the Stealth Plus and the Stealth HD drivers. The Stealth Plus is the only one in the family with a sliding rear weight while the Stealth HD is the only one with draw bias.
Distance: 97/100
Accuracy: 93/100
Forgiveness: 93/100
Feel & Control: 95/100
Overall Score: 95/100
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