Best Callaway Drivers 2024

Callaway produce some of the best golf equipment on the market and their drivers are some of the top performing models in the game. From premium models to game-improvement big sticks, the brand designs and builds models that will rival some of the best golf drivers on the market, including some of the best Titleist drivers and best TaylorMade drivers.

In the last 30 years, the brand has produced some of the most iconic drivers in golf, from the Big Bertha to the Mavrik. More recently, we've seen the Epic Speed, Rogue and now the stunning Paradym and Ai Smoke ranges - all are high-performing drivers that have helped many golfers of all abilities, from Tour pros and scratch golfers, to mid handicappers, and beginners improve their game.

So which models are the best? Well we have tested a lot of models over the years and in this guide, we'll be walking you through some of the very best models Callaway have produced over the years, giving our views on how each club can help you perform. Each review includes comparisons to older models as well as other models in the current ranges to help you decide which driver will best suit your game. Also, if Callaway is not for you, we have also created guides for other brands too - such as our best Ping drivers guide and our best Cobra drivers guide. 

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Best Callaway Drivers

Paradym Ai Smoke models

After the resounding success of the original Paradym family from Callaway, 2024 sees the launch of the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke family. The first model to discuss here is the Ai Smoke Max, which is the standard head of the three, and there are a few key changes to mention. 

Starting with the looks, when we first put it down we were really pleased to see the new grey colorway. We feel that it blends so much better with the grey banner strip, creating a really clean aesthetic that, from a visual perspective, places it among the best drivers on the market. Callaway has really improved the shelf appeal with the smoky graphic pattern too.

In terms of the tech story, Callaway's tag line with this product is ‘Sweeter From Every Spot’. Essentially, this means a bigger effective hitting area, a concept it has created by advancing its Ai Smart Face technology, using swing dynamics from thousands of real golfers. This information has then been inputted into its Ai system and has produced a whole new face which Callaway says creates micro deflections across various points of the striking area, essentially producing multiple sweet spots!

But how did the Max perform? Well the forgiveness was impressive. We hit an awful lot of balls with the Max so inevitably missed the center on occasion, but when we did, we were really pleased with the results. While there was good feedback of strike location, it was in no way unpleasant and the dispersion even from my most questionable hits was reassuringly tight. Sound and feel were not worlds apart from the original Paradym, which is no bad thing, but - if anything - we found the Ai Smoke felt a touch livelier off the face. Overall the Callway Paradym Ai Smoke Max is a really good option for those looking for great adjustability of flight and real playability.

• Read our full Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max Driver Review

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond Driver

Moving on to the Triple Diamond model in the Ai Smoke driver range, this head is for the better players, much like the Paradym TD model. However there are a few noticeable changes between the two drivers once again. To start, the grey finish and smokey pattern on the sole continue from the Max head and look fantastic. The new strip on the Smoke TD remains a lot more parallel to the top edge which, again, looks a lot neater to me than the on the original Paradym Triple Diamond where this tapered away more dramatically.

Moving onto the technology, the moveable weight track on the Max has gone, but the Ai designed face remains, and this is where we see a big improvement from the original Paradym. On well-struck shots, ball speed, launch and spin numbers were basically identical to its predecessor, with good hits producing very low spin numbers and a really strong, penetrating ball flight. 

However with the original TD we really felt it was a driver you needed to be at your best with. Any mishits were punished fairly severely for me, which is often the case with many of the best drivers for distance, however, the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond gave me a bit more peace of mind. Some of our poorer strikes (which come predominantly out of the heel) really weren’t punished too harshly from either a ball speed or directional point of view. Additionally the Smoke has a notable fade bias to it thanks to the slightly open face angle at address.

Admittedly from a feel and sound point of view, we didn’t notice any dramatic change from the Paradym Triple Diamond original, which we were very pleased with as we had very much become a fan of the muted thud it produced.

• Read our full Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond Driver Review

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max D Driver

The Max D in the latest Ai Smoke range from Callaway is most comparable with the Paradym X from last year with its high MOI and slight draw bias, but there are some clear alterations the brand has made to improve the head. 

Starting with the looks, the grey finish and cool, pattern design on the sole aids shelf appeal a lot in our opinion. The head is also extremely confidence-inspiring with a very large overall footprint which Callaway has achieved by stretching it outwards in all the right places. This presents a genuinely larger looking head than the 460cc it actually is, and the stretching backwards has allowed Callaway to increase the MOI in the quest for stability.

The Ai technology continues here and along with the stretching of the club head, a rear weight has also been strategically placed to further increase MOI and create a draw bias. What were the results of this in testing? Well the forgiveness of this model is off-the-charts good. Rarely have we found a driver so extremely easy to get off the ground. 

For the right category of player, we think this could be an absolute game-changer. One of the most user-friendly drivers we have ever picked up, if you struggle with launch and spin then this is a must try. 

• Read our full Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max D Driver review

Paradym models

Over the last few years, golfers have become accustomed to Callaway’s use of recurring product names. The Epic and Mavrik have become common names among some of the options the brand are producing. However, for 2023, the California-based brand unveiled a completely new look for its latest product range, the Paradym. Styled as the 'paradym in performance' this range of clubs was exciting when they were released thanks to their stunning new aesthetics, and brilliant technology that works to make this one of the most forgiving drivers on the market.

It's clear there has been a significant shift in what's on offer here from the brilliant Rogue ST Max driver. Engineers have for the first time ever, done away with any titanium in the clubhead, introducing a 360º carbon chassis. That helps to save weight around the club to make it more forgiving. We loved the feel this offered, with the Paradym also using brand new Jailbreak technology and an A.I. Optimized face for greater downrange dispersion and ball speeds.

We loved how playable it was and the ball felt very hot off the face of the club. Compared to the Rogue ST Max, the club was very long and easy to hit and that is a vital point to note. Without having to swing the club too hard, we felt we were able to clock-up consistently straight drives with good distance. For that reason, it got the nod as one of the best golf drivers we tested in 2023, thanks to its visuals, stunning performance and feel off the tee.

• Read our full Callaway Paradym Driver Review

Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond Driver

If you’re a confident ball-striker and looking for a workable driver, then Callaway's Triple Diamond version of the Paradym is a viable option for you. To begin with, it has a 14g back weight which can be positioned in the front for even lower spin and maximum workability. What's more, it has a 450cc clubhead and, although it is the more compact version, which won't be to everyone's tastes, it still has those traditional looks that we've gotten to know and love from the brand. We loved the yardage gains on offer here and felt this was one of the best golf drivers for distance.

During our testing sessions, we found those impressive yardages came from the lower spin rates the club produced that leads to greater carries than what we were getting on the Rogue ST. It is important to say that we did lack some consistency with this club; we were not as straight with each shot as we were with the standard model, which will be a huge consideration if you're a low handicap player looking to keep the ball in play. It might not be the one of the most forgiving drivers, but out of the centre of the face there aren't many better clubs on the market that will give you the same power and control. 

• Read our full Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond Driver Review

Callaway Paradym X Driver

As with the standard Paradym driver, this club oozes class thanks to its carbon blue clubhead. It offers up a premium look and plenty of shelf appeal thanks to its glossy sole plate and superb crown. The noticeable difference here between this club, the standard Paradym is that it doesn't come with the golden, adjustable weight on the heel. The weight at the back of the X is still adjustable though and adds to the stretched out head profile that makes this club look more inviting to hit at address. That weight also helps to add a little more draw bias to each shot which we benefitted from and think less-experienced players, prone to slicing the ball, will too!

We were lucky enough to get a full custom fit for this driver, something we think you should do to (here's why!) and felt the distance on offer here was impressive. So much so that we think it will be a real game-changer for those who struggle to get a lot of speed on the ball to help them make long par 4s much shorter and bring the green into a scoring position on par 5s. This is one of the best drivers for slow swing speeds as it certainly felt hot off the clubface, and was very accurate too!

We felt it was very easy to get the ball up in the air and were confident ripping through tee shots with a lot of power, knowing that we'd still send the ball in the direction we wanted. Our slice was not really present either thanks to the draw bias on the club. While it does come in at a hefty price, for those looking to improve their game, this is a value for money option that'll help you cut your handicap right down. 

• Read our full Callaway Paradym X Driver Review

Rogue ST Max models

The Rogue ST family of drivers was released in 2022 to replace the Mavrik range and was included on our Editors Choice Awards list for 2022. In our opinion, we think the Rogue ST Max is the option that will suit the broadest range of golfers as it extends its use of A.I. to optimize its Flash Face for launch and spin as well as ball speed. It is one of the best golf drivers for mid handicappers, and offers up bags of shelf appeal thanks to its stunning head design. In fact, we loved the black and gold colorway on the glossy clubhead, with the stunning 11.5g tungsten weight, positioned at the rear of the club helping to improve spin, launches and ball speed consistency. 

During our testing sessions, it produced a very stable flight and the sound and feel were definite improvements over the outgoing Mavrik models. It also had a very neutral trajectory in comparison but we were still able to draw and fade each shot if we wanted to - even with the semi-draw bias built into the club. Overall the flight was much more stable and seemed to curve offline much less when we missed the middle of the face. Down at address, the Rogue ST Max has a new matte crown and that combines nicely with the face, that looks flatter and is lighter in color, making it more visible and therefore easier to align.  

• Read our full Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Review

Callaway Rogue ST Max LS Driver

Designed to offer low spin within a high MOI head for greater forgiveness, the LS features all of the same technologies as the Callaway Rogue ST Max while being aimed at those confident, fast-swinging golfers off the tee. The number that really stood out during our testing was the raw ball speed. At 168mph, it would be fair to say this was one of the fastest drivers we have ever hit. That translates to some stunning yardages off the tee, making this one of the best golf drivers for distance. 

Interestingly, we did hit some shots off centre but they didn’t cause a huge drop-off in ball speed which again makes this a very forgiving club and helped to reassure us that we'd never stray too far off the track. Ultimately this is both a very playable but also very long driver. It offers hugely impressive distances and comes in a shape that will attract those in search of a classic, compact look down behind the ball.

• Read our full Callaway Rogue ST Max LS Driver Review

Callaway Rogue ST Max D Driver

Down at address, the Rogue ST Max D has the same matte crown as the rest of the range as well as the same clock-style graphics. The face looks flatter when placed against the ball, which helps to open up the face on impact and make the club seem more forgiving, something that makes this one of the best drivers for high handicap players. The Rogue ST Max D also has the longest profile from front to back to inspire maximum confidence and an inviting shape behind the ball. 

We also really enjoyed the draw bias weight in the heel, which we think will help beginners, who tend the slice the ball, avoid the right-hand side of the course. There is some offset to be seen here, but it is pretty well hidden in our opinion.  What's more is the sound and feel on offer here was also very impressive, with the Max D delivering excellent ball speeds that we've come accustomed to with the other Rogue ST drivers. It also delivered around 300-600 more rpm than the standard model whilst also launching higher. That'll certainly make it appeal to higher handicap golfers who need more assistance getting the ball in the air off the tee.

• Read our full Callaway Rogue ST Max D Driver Review

Big Bertha models

A stunning addition to this fantastic list of drivers, the new Callaway Big Bertha driver is a stunning and forgiving club that will help intermediate players hit the ball longer and straighter. It matches up to the performance of some of the best golf drivers around, while delivering excellent forgiveness and a lot of power off the tee. Visually it doesn't stray too far from the aesthetics on the Great Big Bertha driver, but comes with a red and black colorway that gives it a premium feel that certainly puts it up there as one of the best looking drivers around. 

Having taken this out for several testing rounds, we were confident that this driver will help players prone to slicing the ball hit their shots straighter. It comes with a built in draw-bias weighting system that helps you add a right to left shape on your shots. The feel is impressive and it offers up a solid 'crunch on impact' and while it wasn't as long as many of the best drivers for distance it held its own against some premium models, including the TaylorMade Stealth 2 in terms of the yardages it offers. It comes with a very large clubface that makes it a very forgiving golf club which sends the ball long and far even on misshits.  

• Read our full Callaway 2023 Big Bertha Driver Review

Callaway Big Bertha B21 Driver

A driver aimed specifically at those who slice the ball, the BB21 is one of the best anti-slice drivers for 2022. This driver provides distance, forgiveness and allows the ball to travel down the fairway, rather than across it as many slicers experience. The beauty of this driver is that it comes with all premium technology found on Callaway’s latest drivers. 

The larger A.I. Designed Flash Face SS21 has been made of a super strong, heat treated TA-15 titanium, which allows for the complex face architecture required to promote optimal speed, forgiveness, and spin characteristics. At address, the generous amount of offset and large club head inspires confidence and the loft adjustment in the hosel allows you to add or take away loft depending on your preference. 

If you slice the ball a lot, we'd recommend adding more loft to club to increase back spin. This driver has the most offset of any in this list and it is very visible from address and it's a personal preference as to whether you'll like this look. Either way, it'll seriously help to stop a dreaded slice, making it one of the best high handicap drivers.

• Read our full Callaway Big Bertha B21 Driver Review 

Women's models

A model that featured in our best golf drivers for women guide, the main aim of the Reva is to help women hit longer tee shots and find the fairway more often. In order to achieve this, Callaway has engineered a large clubhead with internal draw bias weighting. By also incorporating Callaway’s Jailbreak technology, which helps to make the clubface more efficient, two internal bars stiffen the body to allow the face to flex more, while the lightweight crown permits weight to be redistributed for higher MOI.

In addition, the advanced design of the clubface means there’s a greater area to promote faster balls speeds, so even shots that aren't middled will still travel a long way. In testing I loved the look and feel of the driver because it really inspired confidence, whilst it was also incredibly easy to launch. Accuracy and distance were also right up there with some of the best golf drivers for women I have tested as well.

•  Read our full Callaway Big Bertha Reva Women’s Driver Review  

How we test drivers

The first thing we should mention is our overall testing ethos at Golf Monthly which is to put all products through a rigorous testing procedure to give you crucial insights into how they perform, how they compare to their predecessors and where they stack up in relation to the competition. As such we regularly attend product launches and meet with the manufacturer’s R&D experts to understand the new technology.

Then the first port of call to test golf clubs is usually the indoor simulator at Foresight Sports, where the team can test in a controlled environment using premium balls and the GCQuad launch monitor. We then do outdoor testing mainly at West Hill Golf Club, a course in Surrey with excellent practice facilities. Getting more specific, our equipment specialists have hit most drivers out on the market, in testing, practice and competition play, and deduced the above models are the most forgiving models out right now.

How to choose

You've probably already asked yourself whether you need to buy a new driver or whether a new driver can help you improve as a player. And while there is plenty to think about when playing with a new big stick, there are a few key considerations to you'll want to think about before investing in a new club. To help you in your buying decision, we've set out a few key considerations below that'll help you 

1. Size 

The first thing to think about is how big your driver should be. In order to conquer this conundrum we recommend heading down to a club fitting session to get the right size and length of driver for you. You're also going to want to think about the size of the clubhead on your potential new driver. Do you want a larger head to help you feel more confident over the ball, akin to some of the models on our best drivers for high handicappers guide, or are you a more experienced player looking for something a little more compact? 

Forgiving drivers tend to be slightly larger than other models for the basic reason of giving them a larger clubface and larger footprint. When hitting, try and take note of where you are striking the golf ball with the face of the club and see if there is any performance drops. Many forgiving drivers these days are designed to perform regardless of where you strike them off the face and you being able to see and understand that in person will help you be more confident with one model over another.

2. Forgiveness

On that note, it is vital to consider how much playability each driver offers. Some of the most forgiving drivers on the market help you consistently strike the ball right down the middle of the fairway no matter where you hit the ball on the clubface. That can also be helped by buying a driver that has a built-in draw bias, that'll help you eliminate a slice.  

3. Style

Confidence can come from the equipment you're playing with, so, if you're using a driver that looks and feels the business then, more often than not, that can help put you in the right mindset to play better! There are plenty of drivers out there that offer bags of shelf appeal, with some of the best golf drivers offering glossy and matte finishes that look stunning behind the ball. 

4. Weight 

Weight has become a big factor when it comes to forgiving drivers, with most brands making models that have a weight towards the back of the head to aid forgiveness and launch. When it comes to whether you want a forgiving driver, it is worth acknowledging whether this is important to you because if not then manufacturers usually make a model without a weight there. If you're looking for better launch angles and longer carries, look for clubs that have the weight pushed towards their heel, a design feature that moves the center of gravity lower, helping you to hit upwards on the golf ball. 

5. Adjustability 

Often this weight is moveable too and adjustability has become a huge part of modern golf. Being able to tinker and change loft, lie, and many other factors, has become all the rage and if you like to try new things then plenty of the models above, like the Titleist TSi2, will cater to that. However if that doesn't interest you one bit, there are also models which keep things more simple, like the Ping G425 Max.

While there are plenty of fantastic options on this guide, we have been hard at work testing some of the top driver models in the game right now. We have come up with some definitive walkthroughs on the best golf drivers for distance, best budget golf drivers, and best golf drivers for beginners, which you should check out if you're in the market for a new club! 

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