TaylorMade SIM Max
The TaylorMade SIM Max is a forgiveness-first driver from 2020. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 5 to 28. It launches high with moderate spin. It listed at $500 when it launched in 2020. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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TaylorMade SIM Max specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | TaylorMade |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2020 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $500 |
| Loft options | 9°, 10.5°, 12° |
| Head size | 460 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | High |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 110 mph |
| Handicap range | 5 to 28 |
| Forgiveness rating | 9 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 5 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Speed Bridge, Inertia Generator, Twist Face, Thru-Slot Speed Pocket |
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 2ndswing.com, golf.com, untilthenexttee.com
Model confirmed on 2ndswing.com, golf.com, golfweek.usatoday.com, pgatour.com, untilthenexttee.com
Product page taylormadegolf.com
Where the fit profile comes from
1 of 10 fit values come from TaylorMade or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | high | TaylorMade says “Designed to provide faster clubhead speed for more ball speed and distance while the rear weight creates high MOI for improved forgiveness” |
| Forgiveness | 9 | Our rating |
| Workability | 5 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 5-28 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 80-110 mph | Our rating |
Who the TaylorMade SIM 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 TaylorMade SIM Max
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Ping G440 MAXPing2025 · $500 · 80 to 110 mph
- Mizuno JPX ONEMizuno2026 · $600 · 75 to 110 mph
- PXG Black OpsPXG2024 · $400 · 80 to 115 mph
- Cobra OPTM MAX-KCobra2026 · $600 · 75 to 108 mph
TaylorMade SIM Max: common questions
Who is the TaylorMade SIM 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 TaylorMade SIM Max cost?
It listed at about $500 at launch in 2020. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the TaylorMade SIM Max forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high. We rate its forgiveness 9 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the TaylorMade SIM Max?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Ping G440 MAX (2025), the Mizuno JPX ONE (2026), the PXG Black Ops (2024) and the Cobra OPTM MAX-K (2026).
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