Titleist TSR4 Vs Taylormade Stealth 2 Plus Driver Comparison Overview

The Taylormade Stealth 2 drivers are some of the most exciting clubs on the market today.

Taylormade is never afraid of innovation so with the Stealth 2 Plus driver, they implemented even more carbon fiber than the original Stealth drivers.

And as most golfers would expect, Titleist is still keeping things a lot more subtle than Taylormade. With the Titleist TSR4, you get classic looks and proven technology. But which driver is better overall? Does innovation win over tradition in this comparison? Let’s find out.

Titleist TSR4 Driver Overview

“The Titleist TSR4 driver features adjustable weights.”

One is 11-grams and the other is 3-grams. When we put the heavier weight in the mid-sole position, we saw incredibly low spin rates. When the 11-gram weight was in the rear position, flight was a bit stabler on mis-hits. But the difference wasn’t stark. No matter what weight position you choose, the difference is going to be subtle.

But in terms of spin, that’s a good thing. No matter what, the Titleist TSR4 produces low spin numbers. However, the Titleist TSR4 is a 430cc driver. It is very compact and will punish most mis-hits with wide divergence.

For instance, when we were hitting inward shots, we were getting 16+ yards of off-line divergence compared to just 9 yards on perfect strikes. So while you can gain distance through low spin with this driver, you really have to mind your P’s and Q’s.

Taylormade Stealth 2 Plus Driver Overview

“The star of the show here is the carbon fiber face and reinforcement body ring.”

These represent major innovations for golf clubs as most drivers (the TSR4 included) use titanium faces. And it would appear that it really works because the Stealth Plus 2 was producing better ball speed and slightly longer drives than the Titleist TSR4.

However, spin rates were much higher with the Stealth 2 Plus and off-line divergence also increased on mis-hits. Truth be told though, we weren’t missing the sweet spot very much with this driver. The Stealth 2 Plus is very forgiving even if you forget about the sliding track weight.

“In this case at least, new tech wins over tradition. The Taylormade Stealth Plus 2 was more forgiving and played longer than the Titleist TSR4…on perfect strikes. But the Titleist TSR4 launches and spins lower so it might be the better driver for faster swingers who make consistent contact.”

Titleist TSR4 Driver – First Impressions

“Our first impression of the Titleist TSR4 was that it was light and looked fantastic.”

The 430cc head will certainly please more experienced players at address. And you can’t help but notice how light this driver feels even with a stiff shaft. When you swing the Titleist TSR4, you will also probably notice an increase in club head speed. While the face isn’t made of the most premium material, Titleist kept the overall weight of the Titleist TSR4 driver down with a thin crown and compact design.

The adjustable hosel gives you a wealth of CG and launch options during fitting. But most of all, our impression of the Titleist TSR4 was that it was certainly a Titleist club. You can feel and hear the precision that went into the design. Almost everything about this driver screams “premium.”

The TSR Family

The Titleist TSR2 is likely the TSR driver that will benefit you most if you are a high handicapper. The Titleist TSR3 is a good driver if you are looking for maximum adjustability and versatility.

Taylormade Stealth 2 Driver – First Impressions

“The new Stealth 2 drivers have a ton of shelf appeal, three version to choose from and plenty of Carbon in the face, permieter, sole and crown.

The carbon face has 60 sheets of the ultra strong material and it is covered in a glossy finish which makes it a little less vibrant than the original Stealth.

Inside the face is the inverted cone technology, usually reserved for Taylormade irons, which adds forgiveness on off center hits.

Forgiveness, accuracy and dispersion has been the focus of the Taylormade drivers this year. The original Stealth was great for tour players who had it dialed in but it was a little bit wayward for regular golfers.

The Stealth 2 is a little bit erratic still and it’s not as long as the Callaway Paradym or Cobra Aerojet for 2023 either.

That being said, these drivers look great in the bag and there are 3 variations to choose from.

If these drivers can help you to keep the ball on the fairway then they will be a boon for any golfer, its important to get a fitting to see what works best for your game.

The inject molded Carbon reinforced ring reduces weights which is redistributed with an inertia generating tungsten weight at the back of the club . This leads to higher MOI and increased distance.

The Taylormade acoustics team has also been busy throughout the year ensuring the sound and feel are on point with the new drivers and they do feel more powerful on impact.

When you catch the drivers flush, they fly for miles, especially the plus model, but we found off-center hit to be a little bit left and right in testing.

Perhaps if we had more time to test we could have dialed them in better as there is plenty of adjustable. The + has a sliding 15g weight and the loft can be increased or decreased by 2 degrees on each club alongside the lie angle.

The top line is also a little bit straighter at the behest of tour pro, Colin Morikawa.

Taylormade Stealth 2 Family

3 versions to choose from in the Stealth 2 family.

The Stealth 2 plus will the driver used on tour by pros like Colin Morikawa and Rory Mcilroy.

The 15g adjustable sliding weight ensures you can get this one perfect for your swing.

It is also the longest and lowest spinning.

The Stealth 2 HD is the draw bias driver which will help higher handicappers who are dealing with a slice.

It is also the highest launching and highest spinning, with the least distance

The Stealth 2 is the middle ground which should be the best driver out of the box with mid launch, mid spin and mid distance.

Titleist TSR4 Selling Points

Adjustable hosel
Variable face thickness design
430cc head
Adjustable weight positions
Low launch
Very low spin

Taylormade Stealth 2 Selling Points

Tighter Dispersion off the tee
Improved sound and feel
Tons of customization options
Can get custom colors with My Stealth
HD version should work for a slice
More shelf appeal than the original Stealth

Who is the Titleist TSR4 Driver for?

“The Titleist TSR4 driver is best for mid to low handicappers who are looking to reach the next level of distance by eliminating spin.”

If you have reached a plateau with your drive then the Titleist TSR4 could certainly help. If you feel that you have maxed out your swing speed and your current driver isn’t doing enough to help you squeeze out the extra yards, a club like the Titleist TSR4 could be what you need.

A lot of players don’t consider spin rate until they have hit a wall so to speak with their long game. The Titleist TSR4 is the driver you should consider if that’s the position you’re in. When you have the front weight in place, spin is virtually eliminated. What you’re left with is a low, piercing launch that loses nothing in terms of hang time. Most of our testers notched average spin rates well under the 2500 RPM mark.

With all that being said, you should also be aware that the Titleist TSR4 is not the most forgiving driver on the market. The 430cc head and low launch will naturally be a challenge for beginners and high handicappers. However, that’s not really who the Titleist TSR4 was designed for. So if you are a more experienced player who wants to see what a low spin driver can do for your distance, the Titleist TSR4 is absolutely worth a fitting.