TaylorMade SIM2 Max
TaylorMade SIM2 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 25. It listed at $200 when it launched in 2021. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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TaylorMade SIM2 Max specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | TaylorMade |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $200 |
| 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 25 |
| Forgiveness rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 4 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Forged Ring Construction and rear inertia generator |
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.
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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, thegolfwire.com
Model confirmed on 2ndswing.com, taylormadegolf.com, thegolfwire.com
Where the fit profile comes from
4 of 10 fit values come from TaylorMade or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | TaylorMade says “delivering complete performance and max forgiveness.” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | TaylorMade says “LAUNCH LOW MID HIGH” |
| Spin | mid | Rule R-DRV-SPIN |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | high | TaylorMade says “The reconstructed SIM2 Max delivers high MOI with a heavy 24g tungsten weight positioned on the Inertia Generator.” |
| Forgiveness | 8 | Our rating |
| Workability | 4 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 5-25 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 80-110 mph | Our rating |
Who the TaylorMade SIM2 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 SIM2 Max
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Callaway Quantum MaxCallaway2026 · $650 · 80 to 110 mph
- Ping G430 MAXPing2023 · $350 · 80 to 110 mph
- Ping G440 MAXPing2025 · $500 · 80 to 110 mph
- Cobra LTDxCobra2022 · $200 · 80 to 112 mphdiscontinued
TaylorMade SIM2 Max: common questions
Who is the TaylorMade SIM2 Max for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 5 to 25. Golfers who miss the centre of the face and want the head to protect ball speed.
How much does the TaylorMade SIM2 Max cost?
It listed at about $200 at launch in 2021. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the TaylorMade SIM2 Max forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high. We rate its forgiveness 8 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the TaylorMade SIM2 Max?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Callaway Quantum Max (2026), the Ping G430 MAX (2023), the Ping G440 MAX (2025) and the Cobra LTDx (2022).
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