Is the Taylormade M2 Driver Still Good? Is it Forgiving for Handicappers?

Is the Taylormade M2 Driver Still Good? Is it Forgiving for Handicappers? 

“The Taylormade M2 emphasizes a better sound at impact and lighter weight than its predecessor, the M1. But does any of that amount to a driver that’s good for high handicappers?”  

The Taylormade M2 driver is still fresh on a lot of golfers’ minds. Mainly because it was released not too long ago in 2017. But also because it was a unique driver then and it is still a unique driver today.  

With the Taylormade M2, it was tough to see exactly what Taylormade was going for. At a glance, it is not much of a departure from the M1 driver at all.

But once we got our hands on it for testing, we could tell that Taylormade tried to go a different direction with the M2 compared to the M1.  

But what does that mean for high handicappers? Take a look at the following review to find out. 

Is the Taylormade M2 Driver Still Good? 

“One of the best things about this driver is that it sports a modern design.”  

It was very nice that Taylormade emphasized multi-material construction in the Taylormade M2 driver. The body is composed of 9-1-1 grade titanium which is very thin and light but also very strong.   

For the crown, Taylormade used 6 layers of carbon fiber (a trend that would continue in subsequent Taylormade drivers). This combination gives the Taylormade M2 a very airy feel in the hands.   

And according to Taylormade the materials help save 25 grams of weight which they then redistribute to the rear/back of the club head.

Keep in mind that these days, the Taylormade M2 driver goes for around $250 new and significantly less used.   

So in our opinion, based on the price and the constituent materials alone, the Taylormade M2 is definitely still a good driver. It has a modern build and a design that will be great for anyone trying to get their swing speed up.  

Is the Taylormade M2 Forgiving for High Handicappers? 

“One of the problems that we were having with the Taylormade M2 was that it tends to be a bit draw-y.”  

It was a bit difficult to keep the ball from pulling to the left but other than that, it was a very easy-to-hit driver.

Once you kind of learn to deal with the draw, hit the ball towards the top of the face, you will find that it generates distance very easily.   

Now at address, the Taylormade M2 driver looks massive. The sole doesn’t look too huge when you have it flipped around but that’s not the viewpoint that’s important when you’re teeing off.   

The crown looks very large and there is even a lip that hangs over the club head that makes it appear even larger without adding any significant weight which is nice.

This is a 460cc head driver that gives you plenty of up and down face forgiveness as well.   

The Taylormade M2 driver also features the Speed Pocket which Taylormade claims is three times more flexible than the original M2. Low face shots flew very far but still drew to the left a bit.   

So while the Taylormade M2 isn’t the most forgiving driver in Taylormade’s portfolio, it certainly is a distance driver. Some of our high handicap testers were managing max distances of 239 yards! 

Taylormade M2 Vs Taylormade M6 Driver  

“The M6 has even more modern features that make it resemble the popular SIM drivers.”  

For instance, the M6 has a carbon fiber crown and a steel sole panel that helps draw the club head downward.

The M6 also features the Twist Face technology which helps improve accuracy on low-face shots.   

Yet despite the more modern features, the Taylormade M2 actually outplayed the M6 in terms of distance by an average of 13 yards! Based on launch monitor data, much of the extra distance that came from the M2 had to do with much lower spin rates.  

Taylormade M2 First Impressions 

“We were really worried that the Taylormade M2 wasn’t going to differ in any significant way from the M1.”  

But we were wrong. The M2 plays longer and it produces a much louder sound. The sound is almost deafening if you are practicing indoors and it sort of shouts on impact. The Taylormade M2 also produces less spin than the M1.  

Taylormade M2 Selling Points 

• Speed Pocket 
• Geocoustic technology 
• Carbon fiber crown 
• 9-1-1 Titanium body 
• Sunken sole 
• Adjustable loft sleeve 

Taylormade M2 Key Features 

“The features of the Taylormade M2 work to make it an exceptionally wieldable and boisterous driver.”  

9-1-1 Body: The strong and thin body resist twisting while at the same time, promote better acoustics.  

Sunken Sole: The sunken sole allows for a stiffer frame that reverberates better, again, enhancing the sound of the driver.  

Carbon Fiber Crown: The 6-layer carbon fiber crown saves a ton of weight so the CG can be placed lower.  

What Handicap is it for? 

“The Taylormade M2 will be a great match for mid and high handicappers.”  

The adjustable hosel broadens the appeal of the M2 to more players. But players in the 16-23 handicap range will probably benefit the most from it. 

Taylormade M2 Options 

• Aldila Rogue Elite Green graphite shaft 
• Fujikura Pro XLR8 shaft 
• Fujikura Speeder Pro graphite shaft 
• Aldila NV Green 65 NXT graphite shaft 
• 12 degree loft 
• 10.5 degree loft 
• 9.5 degree loft 

Who Should Buy the Taylormade M2 Driver? 

“The Taylormade M2 would jive well with players seeking a lightweight and forgiving driver.”  

Mid to high handicappers have the most to gain here. The adjustability, surprisingly low spin (consistently in the low 2000 RPM range) and the lightweight design all work together to create an interesting combination of ball speed and forgiveness.  

Of course, it’s not the most forgiving Taylormade driver; but it is one of the longest that we’ve tested in recent years. This would also be a great choice for anyone looking for a straight distance driver.  

Distance: 98/100

Forgiveness: 96/100

Feel & Control: 92/100 

Value: 95/100

Overall Score: 96/100

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