The TaylorMade AeroBurner Mini Driver came out in 2015 [1]. Its headline idea was a mini driver: a smaller head and shorter shaft than a full driver. That was 11 years ago, so the questions now are different: is it still worth buying used, and how far behind is it compared with the TaylorMade Qi4D?
The AeroBurner Mini Driver in 2015: what it was
The AeroBurner Mini Driver was built around a mini driver: a smaller head and shorter shaft than a full driver. It sits between a 3-wood and a driver. We could not confirm its exact head volume from a manufacturer source, so it is not listed.
Then vs now: AeroBurner Mini Driver vs TaylorMade Qi4D
| Spec | TaylorMade AeroBurner Mini Driver | TaylorMade Qi4D |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2015 [1] | 2026 [2] |
| Head size | Not confirmed | — |
| Adjustable hosel | Yes | Yes |
| Weighting | — | 4 weights (2×9g, 2×4g) |
| Lofts | Adjustable via sleeve | — |
| Launch price (new) | — | $649.99 ($699.99 Launch Monitor Enabled) |
| Price | Check Price | Check Price |
We list only specs we could tie to a source. A dash means we could not confirm the figure. We do not have our own launch-monitor numbers for either club.
What TaylorMade changed after the AeroBurner Mini Driver
The models below are the TaylorMade drivers we cover that came after the AeroBurner Mini Driver. Each one is a step you skip by buying the old club.
| Year | Model | Main change | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | TaylorMade M2 | A forgiving carbon-crown head with a fixed rear weight | Check Price |
| 2018 | TaylorMade M4 | Twist Face, a face with corrective curvature in the high-toe and low-heel areas | Check Price |
| 2019 | TaylorMade M5 | Speed Injection (each face tuned to the speed limit) plus Twist Face and a weight track | Check Price |
| 2019 | TaylorMade M6 | Speed Injection and Twist Face in a forgiving head | Check Price |
| 2020 | TaylorMade SIM Max | An aerodynamic sole shape and a rear Inertia Generator weight | Check Price |
| 2021 | TaylorMade 300 Mini Driver | A mini driver that revived the 300 Series name | Check Price |
| 2022 | TaylorMade Stealth | A 60-layer carbon face instead of titanium | Check Price |
| 2026 | TaylorMade Qi4D | Current model | Check Price |
Showing the 8 most recent steps.
Is the AeroBurner Mini Driver worth buying in 2026? Buy it only for the job it does
A mini driver is a fairway-finder off tight tees and a long club off the deck for strong players. It is not a replacement for a full driver for most golfers.
Who should still buy one?
- Buy it if you want a forgiving club on a small budget and can try it before you pay.
- Skip it if you can stretch to a recent used model (the last three or four years) — the forgiveness gap is bigger than the price gap.
Buying a used AeroBurner Mini Driver: checklist
- Sleeve and wrench: make sure the adapter comes with it and that it fits the TaylorMade system you have. Ask the seller which setting it is in.
- Face: look for cracks, dents or a caved-in look at the centre. A cracked face can't be repaired.
- Crown: sky marks and paint chips are cosmetic; dents are not.
- Shaft and grip: check the flex label. A worn grip costs little to replace; a shaft that is too stiff costs you carry.
- Price check: we could not verify current used prices, so compare recent sold listings before you buy (eBay sold listings).
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FAQ
When did the TaylorMade AeroBurner Mini Driver come out?
2015.
Is the TaylorMade AeroBurner Mini Driver still a good driver?
Buy it only for the job it does. A mini driver is a fairway-finder off tight tees and a long club off the deck for strong players. It is not a replacement for a full driver for most golfers.
Is the AeroBurner Mini Driver adjustable?
Yes, it has an adjustable hosel.
What replaced the AeroBurner Mini Driver?
TaylorMade's current equivalent is the TaylorMade Qi4D (2026). Launch price: $649.99 ($699.99 Launch Monitor Enabled).