Best Drivers 2026
Compare 8 drivers side by side. Click any matchup to see the full breakdown.
All Drivers
TaylorMade4.6/5
TaylorMade Qi10
All-around performers seeking maximum forgiveness with a premium feel
$599
Callaway4.7/5
Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke
Golfers wanting AI-optimized face technology for maximum distance
$599
Titleist4.5/5
Titleist GT2
Better players wanting a forgiving driver with a classic look
$599
Ping4.7/5
Ping G430 Max
Golfers who prioritize forgiveness and consistency above all else
$579
Cobra4.4/5
Cobra Darkspeed
Value-conscious golfers wanting premium performance without the premium price
$449
Cleveland4.2/5
Cleveland Launcher XL
High handicappers seeking maximum forgiveness at a great price
$399
Mizuno4.3/5
Mizuno ST-Max 230
Players who want Mizuno craftsmanship in a forgiving driver
$449
Srixon4.3/5
Srixon ZX5 MkII
Mid-handicappers wanting balanced performance at a fair price
$449
Specs at a Glance
| Product | Price | Rating | loft | head size | adjustability | shaft | weight | launch | spin | forgiveness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TaylorMade Qi10 | $599 | 4.6/5 | 9°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | Yes — loft sleeve ±2° | Fujikura Speeder NX | 310g | Mid-High | Low-Mid | 9/10 |
| Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke | $599 | 4.7/5 | 9°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | Yes — OptiFit hosel | Aldila Ascent | 308g | Mid | Low | 9/10 |
| Titleist GT2 | $599 | 4.5/5 | 8°, 9°, 10°, 11° | 460cc | Yes — SureFit hosel | Project X HZRDUS | 312g | Mid | Low-Mid | 8/10 |
| Ping G430 Max | $579 | 4.7/5 | 9°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | Yes — 8 positions | Alta CB 55 | 306g | Mid-High | Mid | 10/10 |
| Cobra Darkspeed | $449 | 4.4/5 | 9°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | Yes — MyFly8 | Arccos Caddie Smart Grip | 305g | Mid-High | Low-Mid | 8/10 |
| Cleveland Launcher XL | $399 | 4.2/5 | 9°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | No | Project X Cypher | 300g | High | Mid | 9/10 |
| Mizuno ST-Max 230 | $449 | 4.3/5 | 9.5°, 10.5°, 12° | 460cc | Yes — Quick Switch | MFUSION D | 307g | Mid-High | Mid | 8/10 |
| Srixon ZX5 MkII | $449 | 4.3/5 | 9.5°, 10.5° | 460cc | Yes — adjustable hosel | Diamana ZX-II 60 | 309g | Mid | Low-Mid | 7/10 |
All Drivers Comparisons
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TaylorMade Qi10VSCallaway Paradym Ai Smoke
4.6/5$599|4.7/5$599
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TaylorMade Qi10VSTitleist GT2
4.6/5$599|4.5/5$599
Drivers
TaylorMade Qi10VSPing G430 Max
4.6/5$599|4.7/5$579
Drivers
TaylorMade Qi10VSCobra Darkspeed
4.6/5$599|4.4/5$449
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TaylorMade Qi10VSCleveland Launcher XL
4.6/5$599|4.2/5$399
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TaylorMade Qi10VSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.6/5$599|4.3/5$449
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TaylorMade Qi10VSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.6/5$599|4.3/5$449
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Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSTitleist GT2
4.7/5$599|4.5/5$599
Drivers
Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSPing G430 Max
4.7/5$599|4.7/5$579
Drivers
Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSCobra Darkspeed
4.7/5$599|4.4/5$449
Drivers
Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSCleveland Launcher XL
4.7/5$599|4.2/5$399
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Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.7/5$599|4.3/5$449
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Callaway Paradym Ai SmokeVSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.7/5$599|4.3/5$449
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Titleist GT2VSPing G430 Max
4.5/5$599|4.7/5$579
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Titleist GT2VSCobra Darkspeed
4.5/5$599|4.4/5$449
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Titleist GT2VSCleveland Launcher XL
4.5/5$599|4.2/5$399
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Titleist GT2VSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.5/5$599|4.3/5$449
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Titleist GT2VSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.5/5$599|4.3/5$449
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Ping G430 MaxVSCobra Darkspeed
4.7/5$579|4.4/5$449
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Ping G430 MaxVSCleveland Launcher XL
4.7/5$579|4.2/5$399
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Ping G430 MaxVSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.7/5$579|4.3/5$449
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Ping G430 MaxVSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.7/5$579|4.3/5$449
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Cobra DarkspeedVSCleveland Launcher XL
4.4/5$449|4.2/5$399
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Cobra DarkspeedVSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.4/5$449|4.3/5$449
Drivers
Cobra DarkspeedVSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.4/5$449|4.3/5$449
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Cleveland Launcher XLVSMizuno ST-Max 230
4.2/5$399|4.3/5$449
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Cleveland Launcher XLVSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.2/5$399|4.3/5$449
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Mizuno ST-Max 230VSSrixon ZX5 MkII
4.3/5$449|4.3/5$449