Putter · 2023
TaylorMade Spider Tour S
The CaddyIndex™ breakdown: our rating across all six performance dimensions, researched from published expert reviews, online sentiment and our own weighting algorithm.
By the CaddyCompare editorial team · updated 6 June 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Feel90
- Looks90
- Forgiveness89
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Rated highest for feel and looks; its softest dimension is workability.
You want the most stable, highest-MOI Spider Tour - a larger, counter-balanced, face-balanced head for a straight, quiet stroke, especially if you prefer a longer counter-balanced build.
You putt with an arc, you want a standard-length non-counterbalanced build, or you want a compact head.
Pros
- A measured 6063 MOI - the highest of the early Spider Tour series
- A larger, heavier counter-balanced head for maximum stability
- A HYBRAR Echo damper for a soft, quiet strike
- A White Pure Roll insert with optimal forward roll
Cons
- Face-balanced and counter-balanced - no arc fit
- Only offered at 35 and 38 inches with counter-balanced grips
- A large head some players find too boxy
By dimension
Forgiveness
ExcellentBest-in-class - the highest MOI of the early series at 6063, with a head 3mm longer toe-to-heel and 8mm wider face-to-back than the standard Spider Tour, the extra size adding weight for a counter-balanced model, the larger, heavier head adding stability. Among the most forgiving tour mallets.
Distance
ExcellentA standout - the white TPU Pure Roll insert (Surlyn and aluminium) uses 45-degree down-angled grooves for optimal forward roll, consistent roll. Among the better putters for distance control.
Workability
ModestBuilt for stability, not shot-shaping - the Tour S is face-balanced, the counter-balanced build with a counter-balanced grip geared to a straight, stable stroke. Very limited arc-fit - a face-balanced, counter-balanced setup.
Feel
Class-leadingSoft and refined - the Hybrar Echo Dampener behind the face reduces unwanted vibrations for the best feel, a soft, smooth strike from the White TPU insert. Among the better putter feels - a soft, dampened tour feel, steadied by the counter-balanced build.
Sound
ExcellentA clean, muted note - the Hybrar Echo Dampener gives the best sound on every putt, a quiet, dampened acoustic. Among the better putter sounds - a refined, muted note.
Looks at address
Class-leadingClean and confident - the True Path alignment system on a large, stable mallet head, a clean tour shape. A clean, alignment-friendly mallet, though a large head some find boxy.
Sources
Dig into the independent expert reviews and lab tests that feed into how every club here is rated. Each one is worth reading in full — they carry the launch-monitor data, hands-on testing and detailed photography that paint the complete picture before you buy.
- Read the full review at TaylorMade Spider Tour Series S, V, X and Z Putters Review - Today's Golfer
- Read the full review at TaylorMade 2023 Spider Tour Putters Review - Golf Monthly
- Read the full review at TaylorMade Spider Tour Putter Review - Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at TaylorMade 2023 Spider Tour Series Putters - MyGolfSpy
- Read the full review at TaylorMade Spider Tour Putter Review - Golfalot
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the TaylorMade Spider Tour S best for?
You want the most stable, highest-MOI Spider Tour - a larger, counter-balanced, face-balanced head for a straight, quiet stroke, especially if you prefer a longer counter-balanced build.
Who should avoid the TaylorMade Spider Tour S?
You putt with an arc, you want a standard-length non-counterbalanced build, or you want a compact head.
What handicap is the TaylorMade Spider Tour S suitable for?
The TaylorMade Spider Tour S scores strongest for high-handicap golfers.
What is the TaylorMade Spider Tour S best at?
In our research the TaylorMade Spider Tour S rates highest for forgiveness and feel, and is softest on workability.