Gear / drivers / TaylorMade Qi35 DriverTaylorMade Qi35 Driver TaylorMade · driver · 2025 · MSRP $599.99
Reviewers widely agree that the TaylorMade Qi35 Driver delivers high ball speeds and distance alongside exceptional forgiveness, backed by a launch median of 178 mph ball speed and 294 yards of carry for a median score of 88. However, testers split sharply on its overall performance, aesthetics, and address profile, with some raising concerns about launch consistency and visual design at its 599.99 dollar price point.
Strong consensus: 5 of 6 recommend. 6 reviews from 3 creators. 5 positive, 1 mixed. Reviewer scores (0–100): median 88.
What testers recorded Medians across 1 test (GCQuad) — what real reviewers measured, not a lab test: Ball speed 178 mph, Carry 294 yds, Spin 2,500 rpm.
Alex Etches Golf (GCQuad): 123 mph club, 178 mph ball, 294 yds carry, 2500 rpm spin Where reviewers agree Each theme groups reviews that make the same point. The lines under it are each reviewer’s point, summarised from their video — not direct quotes.
What reviewers praise High ball speeds and distance — Praised in 4 reviewsAlex Etches Golf: Consistent ball speeds across the face (0:16) Elite Performance Golf Studios: High ball speeds (166 mph) and consistent carry (1:06) Alex Etches Golf: Higher ball speed and 3 yards more total distance (1:42) Exceptional forgiveness and dispersion — Praised in 2 reviewsAlex Etches Golf: Exceptional consistency on off-center hits (0:12) Pavan Sagoo: Extremely tight dispersion and repeatable shot patterns (6:53) Stunning aesthetics and clean finish — Praised in 2 reviewsAlex Etches Golf: Stunning gunmetal and green aesthetics (0:16) Alex Etches Golf: 10/10 aesthetics with a clean matte finish (1:42) Low spin and penetrating launch — Praised in 2 reviewsElite Performance Golf Studios: Very low spin (under 2000 rpm) for maximum roll (1:06) Pavan Sagoo: Lower launch window (10.8°) for penetrating ball flight (6:53) Consistent spin and stable feel — Praised in 1 reviewElite Performance Golf Studios: Consistent 2200 rpm spin rate (0:11) Elite Performance Golf Studios: Classic stable TaylorMade feel (0:11) Where they push back Launch, distance, and performance — Raised in 4 reviewsElite Performance Golf Studios: Lower launch (13.7°) may be difficult for some to optimize (1:06) Alex Etches Golf: Dispersion was slightly wider than competitor (1:42) Elite Performance Golf Studios: No distance gain over the Qi4D model (0:11) Aesthetics and visual design — Raised in 3 reviewsAlex Etches Golf: Head cover design is underwhelming (0:16) Alex Etches Golf: Color accents can blend into the crown in low light (0:16) Alex Etches Golf: Gunmetal finish may be too muted for some (0:12) Address profile and shot shaping — Raised in 2 reviewsElite Performance Golf Studios: Head sits noticeably closed at address (1:06) Elite Performance Golf Studios: Profile is very long front-to-back (1:06) Pavan Sagoo: Harder to hit a consistent fade compared to the previous Qi10 (6:53) Higher price point — Raised in 1 reviewAlex Etches Golf: Slightly more expensive than the Callaway ELYTE (1:42) Will it fix your miss? Face control: 4 of 6 say it helps · 2 partial Every verdict Each reviewer’s point, summarised from their video.
Alex Etches Golf : A dominant upgrade with improved CG projection and a 9,000 MOI design that reduces spin significantly. — positive, 92/100. TaylorMade Qi35 Driver vs TaylorMade Qi10 Driver | Was this supposed to HAPPEN?! (51K views, at 0:16) · All Golfers · IntermediateAlex Etches Golf : A high-consistency driver that balances speed and stability, offering elite protection on low-face strikes. — positive, 92/100. TaylorMade Qi35 Driver Review | The BEST Yet?! (36K views, at 0:12) · Intermediate · AdvancedElite Performance Golf Studios : Low-launch, low-spin driver that sits closed at address with a longer front-to-back profile. — mixed, 65/100. Qi4D Vs Qi35 👀👀 FIRST HIT & Numbers Comparison (Full Videos Coming Soon!) #golf #golfgear #golflife (35K views, at 1:06) · High Swing Speed · Low Spin SeekersAlex Etches Golf : A visual masterpiece that edges out the competition in raw ball speed and distance. — positive, 88/100. Qi35 vs ELYTE | I did NOT want to do this!! (25K views, at 1:42) · Advanced · IntermediateElite Performance Golf Studios : Delivers peak efficiency and high ball speeds, though virtually identical in performance to newer variations. — positive, 75/100. New Drivers Aren't Gaining You Distance...Here's Why (13K views, at 0:11) · Intermediate · AdvancedPavan Sagoo : A low-launching, low-spinning driver that produces a very tight dispersion pattern. — positive, 84/100. The UNDERRATED golf driver you probably won't try BUT SHOULD! (1.2K views, at 6:53) · Advanced · Low HandicappersReviewers compared it to Variants & generations Head-to-head How this page is made: each reviewer’s verdict, pros and cons, sentiment, score and launch numbers are machine-extracted from their video — summarised, not quoted word for word. The themes are machine-grouped and the intro is machine-written from those summaries. We have not tested this product ourselves. Updated Apr 2026.