Introduction

2020 has been quite a year for Tour Edge metalwoods. With the release of the EXS 220 lineup earlier this year, and then the limited edition “straight from the Tour Van” EXS Pro lineup at the start of Summer, Tour Edge has created one of the best pound-for-pound values in premium golf clubs to meet the needs of virtually any player. So naturally it’s time to do a little Tour Edge EXS 220 vs EXS Pro and see how they compare against each other.

The EXS 220 lineup is geared more toward players looking for forgiveness and easier distance. Tour Edge accomplished this by giving the 220 metalwoods a higher MOI and utilizing their new Diamond Face Technology. The EXS Pro line has smaller and more classic profiles with a low/forward center of gravity CG) and adjustable weighting. The Pro fairway woods and hybrids are also feature a titanium face which makes them unique in the industry. As a general rule, the EXS Pro feels firmer with a smaller sweet spot, whereas the EXS 220 has some spring to it and a bigger sweet spot.

Now that we’ve finished our reviews for all these clubs, we’ll break down the major performance differences in this post. Let me point out that this insight is based on my own data points and experiences. The way your specific swing responds to the equipment may be entirely different. It is always best to properly test and get professionally fit for your gear. To learn more about each club, please see the individual reviews linked in this post.

EXS 220 vs EXS Pro: Drivers

For a high-level summary, both the Tour Edge EXS 220 driver and EXS Pro driver are really good. I would go so far as to say they are the top drivers they’ve ever made. The difference between the two is that the EXS 220 is designed to be as forgiving as possible with a high MOI and a larger footprint, and the EXS Pro is for the better player with a classic compact pear shape (440cc), deeper face, and it’s less forgiving. The EXS Pro also has what Tour Edge calls the Flight Track weight system which is a sliding perimeter weight to control the shape of your shot.

Looking at the data above, you’ll notice my carry distance was virtually the same between the two clubs. I got a little extra roll out of the EXS Pro from its low launch and spin. My takeaway from this testing was that the flight was really the biggest differentiator. The piercing flight with a slight rise from the EXS Pro was easier to control in the wind and hit different shots with. The EXS 220 had a nice mid-trajectory that was excellent for long and straight shots. You can easily work the ball with either driver, but it ultimately comes down to what kind of speed and spin you produce. If you can swing it hard enough, the EXS Pro will be great for you. If you need a little help with launch and spin, the EXS 220 may be the better fit. Both have great distance.

Tour Edge Exotics EXS 220 Driver Review

Tour Edge Exotics EXS Pro Driver Review

EXS 220 vs EXS Pro: Fairway Woods

While the Tour Edge EXS 220 and EXS Pro are both excellent fairway woods, they’re also very different. I have been playing with both of them for about a month and I still can’t figure out which one will be in the bag. As you can see above, I get similar distances with both clubs. With the EXS 220, I would say I can more easily find longer yardages, to the point where I may not need to carry a driver! I’m pretty maxed out on distance with the EXS Pro, which is still more than enough distance for me in a fairway wood. In short, both are long, but the EXS 220 has a higher distance ceiling for me.

The real difference is in the spin and trajectory. Typically, the EXS Pro has a lower, penetrating flight that manages the wind well. It’s also easier to shape and flight your shots differently. While you can still shape and flight shots with the EXS 220 fairway wood, it excels most with really long, straight, and medium trajectory shots.

I would be remiss if I didn’t point out the size differences. Both models have classic fairway wood looks. The EXS Pro is a more compact “player’s” profile with a medium-depth face. The EXS 220 has a shallower face and slightly longer profile. Again, both are excellent, just depends on your preference.

Tour Edge Exotics EXS 220 Fairway Wood Review

Tour Edge Exotics EXS Pro Fairway Wood Review

EXS 220 vs EXS Pro: Hybrids

On paper, the Tour Edge EXS 220 hybrid is designed to be more of a higher launching and spinning “mini fairway wood”. The EXS Pro hybrid has a smaller profile and is supposed to launch and spin lower. Tour Edge robot data using “the same swing” confirms these two clubs perform accordingly. However, I’m a human and my swing produced a slightly different experience which should always be considered when fitting for a club.

The EXS 220 hybrid launches. It has a higher MOI so the end result is a shot that gets in the air easily and just goes. I expected to have more spin with this club, but it was actually lower than the EXS Pro. I’ll explain why shortly. In my opinion, the EXS 220 hybrid is a good fit for a player looking for a mini fairway wood profile that’s easy to drill down a fairway. The loft options are geared more toward filling lengthy distance ranges.

While the EXS Pro hybrid has a low/forward CG to promote a lower ball flight and less spin, I actually got more spin. Again, this is a great example of the human element when testing. Given the smaller profile and deeper face, my swing was consistently steeper into the ball and closer to an iron swing. While the CG placement helped keep my launch lower, I was seeing a little more spin in the EXS Pro as a result of my swing. As advertised, it plays more like a shotmaker’s club giving you the versatility to hit a wider range of shots. Adjusting the sole weights also makes it easier to manage shot shape depending on their placement.

Tour Edge EXS 220 Hybrid Review

Tour Edge EXS Pro Hybrid Review

Final Thoughts

Hopefully this Tour Edge EXS 220 vs EXS Pro metalwoods comparison not only helps you better understand the differences between the club models, but also what some of the on-course differences may be. Results can, and will vary between players and how their specific swing fits the gear. I’d say the best advice I could give is that you should be aware of what shots you want to produce in these areas of the bag. This will not only dictate which model might be best for you, but also how you get fit into that model (shaft, flex, loft, etc). Regardless of which direction you go, both Tour Edge EXS lineups deliver premium performance at a great price.