TaylorMade TP5 Review: Why the 2026 Version Is the Best Yet

We put the 2026 TaylorMade TP5 through our published golf ball testing protocols using the SkyTrak ST Max launch monitor. That means human swings under strict bands for swing speed, impact quality, and delivery dynamics.

To see performance from tee to green, we test driver, 7-iron, and 50-yard wedge shots with each ball.

We tested 43 golf balls in total for 2026 then translated the raw data into 1-10 scores in the categories that matter most to your game. That lets you easily see how each ball stacks up to the field.

See the complete list of every golf ball we've tested or dive into the full TaylorMade TP5 test data here.

TP5's mid-spin profile in our iron test produces solid stopping power, though not elite.

The 41.1-degree descent angle and 10.4 yards of roll put it 13th out of 43 in stopping power. That's perfectly functional. TP5 will hold greens when you hit a quality shot. If you need a ball that sticks to greens like velcro, you’ll find more stopping power from Pro V1 or Chrome Tour X. But for most players, TP5's iron performance is more than adequate and it comes with the best driver distance in its class.

TP5 produced 6,955 RPM of spin and a low-launch profile in our 50-yard wedge test, rolling out just 3.0 yards. That's a middle of the pack rank, but the spread is tight at the top. It won't suck back off the green, but it provides enough short game spin to flight wedges and control distance.

For context, TP5x scored higher in wedge control (8.9) with slightly more 50-yard spin. If the short game is your primary concern and you're choosing between the two TaylorMade tour balls, TP5x has the edge around the greens. If distance off the tee is the priority, TP5 is your winner.

TP5 landed 16th out of 43 in accuracy, which reflects its balanced mid-spin profile. Driver sidespin of 158 RPM and 5.5 yards offline in our driver test were both respectable. It was also tidy in our iron test with 147 RPM of sidespin, hovering around the average of our 43-ball field.

TP5 is not an active sidespin killer like some lower-spin balls in our test, but if you hit it well, it won’t punish you.

At $57 a dozen with no bulk pricing, TP5 is competing in the most expensive tier of our test alongside the likes of Pro V1 and Chrome Tour. With a strong overall performance score of 8.5, tied for fourth-best in our test overall, it outperforms most competitors that cost the same. However, it trails in value to balls like Ben Hogan GS53 ($41 in bulk) and Bridgestone Tour B X ($54) that put up similar or better overall numbers but cost less.

If you're not deterred by the $57 price point and you prioritize distance, TP5 is the call. If you want to stretch your budget further without giving up much performance, there are a few alternatives worth exploring.