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TaylorMade · Driver · 2022

Stealth Plus

CaddyIndex™ breakdown — what the agentic research found across each of the six performance dimensions, with cited sources.

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Best for

Low-handicap (0-12) tour-spec players with swing speeds 100-125 mph shopping the used market who want a low-spin distance bomber with the historical pedigree of Scheffler's 2022 Masters-winning driver.

Avoid if

Your swing speed is below 95 mph (the low-launch profile becomes a distance liability), you need maximum forgiveness (look at standard Stealth or HD), or you're shopping new (Qi4D LS delivers measurably better consistency).

Pros

  • MyGolfSpy 18,000+ shot test: WON BEST DISTANCE category vs the SIM2; 179.1 mph peak ball speed, ~328 yard average
  • 10g sliding weight track delivers real draw / fade shape-shifting capability — class-leading 2022 workability
  • Tour-validated at the top of the game — used in a 2022 Masters winning bag, and the 6th most popular PGA Tour driver in 2022
  • 60X Carbon Twist Face (44% lighter than titanium) plus Golf Digest 2022 Hot List Gold; whisper-quiet acoustic outdoors

Cons

  • 3 years old in 2025 — a significant recency penalty applied; the modern Qi4D LS delivers tighter spin consistency
  • Lower MOI than the standard Stealth (15% gap per the manufacturer) — trades forgiveness for sliding-weight workability
  • Forward CG and low-launch profile demand a fast swing speed (100+ mph) to optimise
  • Less granular adjustability than current TAS multi-port designs (sliding rail vs flippable port systems)

By dimension

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Forgiveness

Independent testing noted the standard sibling has 15% increase in MOI compared to this low-spin variant — the head trades MOI for the sliding weight track and forward CG. The manufacturer acknowledges it gives up some forgiveness compared to standard and max-forgiveness siblings. However, the 60X Carbon Twist Face (40% lighter, 11% larger than predecessor) provides some forgiveness gain via larger sweet zone. Robot testing showed 2 mph ball speed gain across all 9 face zones versus the predecessor.

Citations: TaylorMade Stealth Driver Review · Stealth Plus Driver | TaylorMade Golf · TaylorMade Stealth Plus Driver Review
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Distance

Independent 18,000+ shot testing crowned the head best distance versus the predecessor. Launch monitor testing produced 179.1 mph peak ball speed, 177.7 mph average with 1.47 smash factor and 120.8 mph clubhead speed, 328 yards average distance. Most golfers saw anywhere from 200-400 RPMs less spin translating to direct distance gains. Tour validation: Major-winning configuration for 2022. Class-leading 2022 distance.

Citations: TaylorMade Stealth Driver Review · TaylorMade Stealth Plus Driver Review · WITB - The TaylorMade equipment Rory McIlroy will be using in 2022
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Workability

Reviewers note the head features a sliding weight track for fine-tuning ball flight, with the 10g weight able to be left in middle for balanced performance or shifted toward heel/toe for draw/fade bias. Carbon savings enabled the sliding weight track and maintained high-MOI forgiveness similar to the predecessor. Tour validation: Major-winning configuration; one of the most popular drivers on tour in its year. Class-leading workability.

Citations: TaylorMade Stealth Plus Driver Review · WITB - The TaylorMade equipment Rory McIlroy will be using in 2022 · TaylorMade Stealth Plus Driver Review - Dialed-In Performance
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Feel

Reviewers note the face feels a bit softer because of the polyurethane and carbon layer design. The head produces a very solid feel, though the sensation may be a bit softer than previous models while still being stout and fast. Striking a Tour-quality ball delivers a satisfying impact. Internal stiffening ribs plus nanotexture cover refine the feel character versus the predecessor.

Citations: TaylorMade Stealth Driver Review · WITB - The TaylorMade equipment Rory McIlroy will be using in 2022 · 2022 Hot List Winners | TaylorMade Golf
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Looks at address

Industry awards recognized the model at the top tier of the 2022 Hot List. Reviewers note the same red carbon face visual signature with slightly asymmetrical 460cc shape — classic compact tour profile. Tour validation: Multiple major-winning staffers chose this head specifically. Compact head with deeper face that better players prefer at address.

Citations: WITB - The TaylorMade equipment Rory McIlroy will be using in 2022 · TaylorMade Stealth Plus Driver Review - Dialed-In Performance · 2022 Hot List Winners | TaylorMade Golf · How Do TaylorMade Stealth Drivers Sound?

Sources

Some of the reviews, lab tests and head-to-head comparisons the agentic research read while grading this club.

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