Callaway Epic MAX
Callaway Epic MAX (2021) is a forgiveness-first driver. It launches mid-height with moderate spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 5 to 28. It listed at $530 when it launched in 2021. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Callaway Epic MAX specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $530 |
| Loft options | 9°, 10.5°, 12° |
| Head size | 460 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | High |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 110 mph |
| Handicap range | 5 to 28 |
| Forgiveness rating | 9 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 4 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Jailbreak Speed Frame |
No longer made: look for it used.
- Check the return policy before you buy.
- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
- Shops that grade condition, like 2nd Swing and GlobalGolf, make returns easier.
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Where these specs come from
Partly verified. We have source pages for this model, but it does not yet meet all of our checks for the verified tier.
Specs read from callawaygolfpreowned.com, prnewswire.com
Model confirmed on callawaygolfpreowned.com, prnewswire.com
Where the fit profile comes from
4 of 10 fit values come from Callaway or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Callaway says “Epic MAX is the most forgiving Epic ever, and it's a remarkable engineering feat for golfers who want to hit the ball longer and straighter.” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Rule R-DRV-SPIN |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | high | Callaway says “maximum forgiveness (with high MOI and adjustable weighting)” |
| Forgiveness | 9 | Rule R-DRV-FORG |
| Workability | 4 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 5-28 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 80-110 mph | Our rating |
Who the Callaway Epic MAX suits
- Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Callaway Epic MAX
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Ping G430 MAXPing2023 · $350 · 80 to 110 mph
- Callaway Quantum MaxCallaway2026 · $650 · 80 to 110 mph
- Ping G440 MAXPing2025 · $500 · 80 to 110 mph
- Mizuno JPX ONEMizuno2026 · $600 · 75 to 110 mph
Callaway Epic MAX: common questions
Who is the Callaway Epic MAX for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 5 to 28. Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
How much does the Callaway Epic MAX cost?
It listed at about $530 at launch in 2021. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Callaway Epic MAX forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high. We rate its forgiveness 9 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway Epic MAX?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Ping G430 MAX (2023), the Callaway Quantum Max (2026), the Ping G440 MAX (2025) and the Mizuno JPX ONE (2026).
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