Mizuno ST-MAX 230
The Mizuno ST-MAX 230 is a forgiveness-first driver from 2024. It is rated for swing speeds of 75 to 108 mph and handicaps of 5 to 30. It launches high with moderate spin. It listed at $300 when it launched in 2024.
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Mizuno ST-MAX 230 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Mizuno |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2024 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $300 |
| Loft options | 9.5°, 10.5°, 12° |
| Head size | 460 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | Ultra |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 75 to 108 mph |
| Handicap range | 5 to 30 |
| Forgiveness rating | 10 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 3 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Expanded CORTECH Chamber and high-MOI design |
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Where these specs come from
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Where the fit profile comes from
5 of 10 fit values come from Mizuno or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Mizuno says “The ST-MAX is Mizuno's highest MOI and most stable driver from off-centre strikes, but as always with a Mizuno product,” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Rule R-DRV-SPIN |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | ultra | Our rating |
| Forgiveness | 10 | Our rating |
| Workability | 3 | Rule R-DRV-WORK |
| Handicap window | 5-30 | Rule R-DRV-HCP |
| Swing speed window | 75-108 mph | Our rating |
Who the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 suits
- Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
Similar to the Mizuno ST-MAX 230
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Cobra OPTM MAX-KCobra2026 · $600 · 75 to 108 mph
- Ping G440 KPing2026 · $600 · 75 to 108 mph
- PXG Lightning Max 10K+PXG2025 · $649 · 75 to 108 mph
- Ping G430 MAX 10KPing2024 · $425 · 75 to 108 mph
Mizuno ST-MAX 230: common questions
Who is the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 75 to 108 mph and handicaps of 5 to 30. Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
How much does the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 cost?
It listed at about $300 at launch in 2024.
Is the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 forgiving?
Its MOI rating is ultra. We rate its forgiveness 10 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Mizuno ST-MAX 230?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Cobra OPTM MAX-K (2026), the Ping G440 K (2026), the PXG Lightning Max 10K+ (2025) and the Ping G430 MAX 10K (2024).
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