When TaylorMade revived the mini driver in 2023 with the BRNR Mini, it set off a chain reaction that has fundamentally changed the way golfers, from pros to high-handicappers, view the longer end of the back.
Initially presented as a novelty club that leant as much on nostalgia as it did in performance, the mini driver market has grown rapidly in the last two years – these pint-sized rocket ships now widely beloved both for being stylish and incredibly easy to hit off the tee compared to a 3-wood.
As such, plenty of the golf’s biggest equipment manufacturers have entered the category over the last two 18 months, offering up their own spin on the mini driver formula. Some, like TaylorMade, continue to lean into the nostalgia factor, dressing their mini drivers in retro-inspired facades, while others have taken a more modern approach.
Whichever you prefer, there’s no doubt that every golfer should be looking at adding a mini driver into their bag if they’re looking for a reliable, accurate option off the tee.
But what mini driver is best? We’ve tested all the major models released thus far to bring you a collection of our favourites, starting with the very best of the bunch.
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The best mini drivers for 2025
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TaylorMade R7 Quad Mini
TaylorMade R7 Quad Mini
Price: £399
Key Features:
New quad weighting system features four movable weights that provide additional spin management and shot shape control.Satin Infinity Carbon Crown saves weight for better mass optimisation.Twist Face and Speed Pocket work in conjunction to provide players versatility and peak pertormance from the tee and from the fairway.New Speeder MD shaft helps lower spin rates and provide stable feel without adding additional weight.
Pros:
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Excellent aesthetics with nostalgic R7 designFast, solid feel off the face, especially on centre strikesSuperb adjustability with movable weightsNoticeable distance gain over a 3-wood
Cons:
Sits quite closed at address, which may not suit fade-biased players
TaylorMade has pulled off something quite special with the R7 Quad Mini Driver. It’s a loving tribute to an iconic driver, reimagined for the modern game.
While it won’t be for everyone, for the right player it offers a compelling mix of style, speed, and precision. From its classic looks to its explosive feel and finely-tuned ball flight, this club is a standout in a growing niche.
It’s not the biggest, baddest bomber out there — but it might just be the smartest.
READ OUR FULL TAYLORMADE R7 QUAD MINI DRIVER REVIEW
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Callaway Elyte Mini Driver
Callaway Elyte Mini
Price: £449
Key Features:
Thermoforged Carbon Crown: aerospace-grade carbon fibre enables fast head speeds while optimising launch and spinNew Ai10x Face: engineered to optimize spin and speedNeutral, Fade, and Draw Settings: 340cc head size and features neutral, fade, and draw settings for customised ball flight control
Pros:
Very forgivingEasier to manipulate than R7 QuadSlightly softer feel to it
Cons:
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Doesn’t travel as far as R7 QuadLimited adjustability
The new Callaway Elyte Mini Driver is a fantastic club if you are looking to boost your confidence from off the tee.
A brilliant accompaniment to a full 460cc driver, the Elyte Mini offers tons of forgiveness while capturing the sleek, modern design that has gained the Elyte line plenty of plaudits this year.
Compared to the R7 Quad Mini above, it feels a little lighter and easier to manipulate, while its sound at impact is also a tad softer and more cushioned.
If you value feel and consistency over maximum distance, then you will definitely want to give this club some consideration.
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PXG Secret Weapon Mini
PXG Secret Weapon
Price: £429
Key Features:
300cc clubhead, provides a blend of forgiveness and workability, making it easier to control while still delivering impressive distance.Loft adjustable between 11.5° and 13.5°, allowing for personalized trajectory and launch conditions.Four interchangeable weights, enable players to adjust the club’s center of gravity for desired shot shapes and spin ratesHigh MOI Design design enhances stability and forgiveness on off-center hits, ensuring consistent performance even on less-than-perfect swingsHigh-grade carbon fibre crown lowers the centre of gravity, promoting higher launch angles and increased ball speed
Pros:
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Highly versatile – works off both a tee and off the deckCustomisable weighting allows a lot of adjustment to shot shapeShorter shaft than a driver helps to immprove control and accuracy
Cons:
Not as long as a standard driverGloss finish on crown might not be for everyone
Without any question, the Secret Weapon is a fantastic option for anyone like me who is struggling with their driver off the tee.
The two biggest positives with this club are its versatility, since it can be used off both a tee and in the fairway to help you reach those long par-4s and shorter par-5s, and its accuracy from the tee.
The PXG Secret Weapon Mini Driver is without question the biggest surprise packet mini driver out there in 2025 and one of the best you can buy right now.
This club can be used by just about any level of golfer, from a beginner all the way through to PGA Tour star and PXG staff player Jake Knapp.
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Titleist GT280 Mini Driver
Titleist GT280
Price: £459
Key features:
New ultralight polymer crown maximises ball speed and performance while maintaining Titleist’s signature sound and feelSplit mass construction optimises speed and spin whether you’re launching it off the tee or turfForged L-Cup face bolsters performance on low-center impacts for more consistent consistent from the fairwaysDual weight positions allow the player to customise launch characteristics
Traditional in mindset but always keeping one eye on the future, Titleist raised a few eyebrows with its own entrance into the mini driver market this year, but the GT280 has already received rave reviews.
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Engineered to be fast, forgiving and controllable both off the tee and off the deck, the GT280 works technologies and innovations from both the GT2 and GT3 line of woods into one compact 280cc head, providing more forgiveness and speed than a fairway wood while providing a more controllable driver alternative for better players.
Priced at £459, the Titleist is the most expensive big-name mini driver to hit the market thus far, but as with all things to come out of Titleist’s performance labs, you get what you pay for.
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