A head-to-head look at two of the top fairways & hybrids in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid edges the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid on overall Every18 score (97 vs 96), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid is both the cheaper buy (about $95 used vs $145) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. They split the two traits most golfers care about: the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid is the more forgiving fairways & hybrids, while the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid is the faster one — so pick the trait your game needs most. Bottom line: choose the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid if you fit its profile (stable long clubs); choose the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid if you lean toward titleist speed.
| Metric | PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid | Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 96 |
| Forgiveness | 83 ✓ | 81 |
| Speed | 79 | 88 ✓ |
| Feel | 83 ✓ | 68 |
| Value rating | 79 | 80 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $145 | $95 ✓ |
| Value index | 281 | 424 ✓ |
| Launch | Mid to high | Mid |
| Spin | Mid | Mid |
| Fit profile | Stable long clubs | Titleist Speed |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid rates higher (97 vs 96 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid suits stable long clubs, while the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid suits titleist speed.
The Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $145 for the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid and $95 for the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid, so the Titleist TS Fairway / Hybrid is also the cheaper buy.
The PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid rates higher for forgiveness (83 vs 81), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
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