Titleist GT280

2025

Titleist GT280

8.4 overall

The Bottom Line

Titleist GT280 ranks third overall in our inaugural Most Wanted Mini Driver test. Our mini driver test is scored identically to our driver test. Straight shot percentage and playable shot percentage account for accuracy. GT280 excels with accuracy. It also shines for forgiveness. For some golfers, that is the number one reason they'll put a mini driver in the bag. Titleist GT280 also takes the title of best for looks. Now, this accolade doesn't factor into our rankings, but it is a key talking point. GT280 is a clean, smaller profile.

👍 Buy This If

You want accuracy and forgiveness: Accuracy and forgiveness are the underrated performance traits in most golf clubs. For a mini driver, they are a delightful combination. Whether you have speed or are just looking for more playability off the tee, Titleist GT280 produces accuracy and forgiveness. It ranks second in both of these scoring categories. Ultimately, you have to determine if you want the accuracy and forgiveness over something longer. Furthermore, it excels off the turf with a 70% success rate for playable shot outcomes.

👎 Don’t Buy This If

✖︎ You want distance: Titleist GT280 misses the mark relative to others in this small field. It ranks last for distance off the tee. There are a few ways to look at this. Yes, it is shorter. That is a fact. Yet, some golfers may like the accuracy and forgiveness GT280 provides over others. The choice is yours.

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