Callaway Apex 21
Callaway Apex 21 (2021) is a players-distance iron set. It has progressive offset, a medium topline and a medium sole. It is multi-material. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 112 mph and handicaps of 2 to 16. It listed at $800 when it launched in 2021. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Callaway Apex 21 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Callaway |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2021 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $800 |
| Type | Players distance |
| Construction | Multi material |
| Material | Forged 1025 body / 455 face cup |
| Set make-up | 3-PW, AW |
| 7-iron loft | 30.5° |
| Offset | Progressive |
| Topline | Medium |
| Sole width | Medium |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 112 mph |
| Handicap range | 2 to 16 |
| Forgiveness rating | 7 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 7 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Key technology | A.I. Flash Face Cup in forged body |
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
Model confirmed on callawaygolfpreowned.com, golf.com, prnewswire.com
Where the fit profile comes from
4 of 9 fit values come from Callaway or a published rule. The rest are our own ratings.
| Type | players-distance | Callaway says “Apex is widely recognized for establishing the forged distance category, and the Apex 21 Irons deliver an exceptional level of performance and craftsmanship.” |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Rule R-IRN-SPIN |
| Forgiveness | 7 | Rule R-IRN-FORG |
| Workability | 7 | Rule R-IRN-WORK |
| Handicap window | 2-16 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 80-112 mph | Our rating |
Who the Callaway Apex 21 suits
- Better players who want extra distance without a bulky head.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Callaway Apex 21
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Cobra 3DP TourCobra2025 · $2,450 · 78 to 115 mph
- Titleist T250Titleist2025 · $1,499 · 80 to 112 mph
- Tour Edge Exotics C725Tour Edge2024 · $1,000 · 78 to 112 mph
- PXG 0311 P GEN8PXG2026 · $1,603 · 75 to 110 mph
Callaway Apex 21: common questions
Who is the Callaway Apex 21 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 112 mph and handicaps of 2 to 16. Better players who want extra distance without a bulky head.
How much does the Callaway Apex 21 cost?
It listed at about $800 at launch in 2021. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Callaway Apex 21 forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 7 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Callaway Apex 21?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Cobra 3DP Tour (2025), the Titleist T250 (2025), the Tour Edge Exotics C725 (2024) and the PXG 0311 P GEN8 (2026).
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