TaylorMade SIM Max
The TaylorMade SIM Max is a forgiveness-first hybrid from 2020. It is meant to replace a 4-iron. It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 105 mph and handicaps of 10 to 36. It launches high with moderate spin. It listed at $230 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 | $230 |
| Loft options | 19°, 22°, 25°, 28° |
| Head size | 125 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Replaces | 4-iron |
| Type | Max forgiveness |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | Ultra |
| Launch | High |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 65 to 105 mph |
| Handicap range | 10 to 36 |
| Key technology | Twist Face |
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.
Model confirmed on golfwrx.com, taylormadegolf.com
Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings.
| Type | max-forgiveness | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | high | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | ultra | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 10-36 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 65-105 mph | Our rating |
Who the TaylorMade SIM Max suits
- Golfers who want an easy launch from the rough and the fairway.
- Above 105 mph is outside the swing speed range we rate it for.
- 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.
- Callaway Elyte Max FastCallaway2025 · $300 · 65 to 105 mph
- Callaway Elyte XCallaway2025 · $300 · 65 to 105 mph
- Maltby STh2Maltby2020 · $50 · 65 to 105 mph
- TaylorMade Qi4D MaxTaylorMade2026 · $300 · 65 to 105 mph
TaylorMade SIM Max: common questions
Who is the TaylorMade SIM Max for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 65 to 105 mph and handicaps of 10 to 36. Golfers who want an easy launch from the rough and the fairway.
How much does the TaylorMade SIM Max cost?
It listed at about $230 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 ultra.
What are alternatives to the TaylorMade SIM Max?
Similar hybrids in our catalog include the Callaway Elyte Max Fast (2025), the Callaway Elyte X (2025), the Maltby STh2 (2020) and the TaylorMade Qi4D Max (2026).
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