driver buying guide
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Beginners need a driver that doesn't hurt them for missing the center of the clubface and helps them optimize their launch conditions for longer straighter drives. Here are our picks for 2023...
As one of the most forgiving drivers on the market, the Ping G430 Max is perfect for beginners that don't hit the sweet spot consistently.
Best Overall
$549 USD
Pros
Most forgiving
Looks good at address
Solid sound off clubface
Cons
Less ballspeed than Paradym
Expensive for a beginner
The Paradym is the latest from Callaway and may be the best combination of length and forgiveness on the market today.
Runner Up
$600 USD
Pros
Very forgiving
Longest club we tested
Cons
Less forgiving than G430 Max
Very expensive
The Cobra is an affordable option that still has a good amount of forgiveness that will help the beginner keep in the ball in play.
Budget Pick
$249 USD
Pros
Inexpensive
Aerodynamic Design
Cons
Less forgiving than others here
No adjustable hosel
Designed to increase swing speed
Callaway makes a lot of good clubs. But, there's no better club for getting rid of a slice than the Rogue ST Max.
For Slicers
$450 USD
Pros
Draw bias
Very forgiving
Cons
No offset
Won't fix every slice
Less expensive than Paradym
The TSR1 is built to be light and makes it much easier for slower swing-speed players to generate club speed.
For slow swing speeds
$599 USD
Pros
Lightweight design improves speed
Classic Titliest looks
Cons
Less forgiving than top pick
Won't fix every slice