The best new drivers for golfers with a slow swing speed

Players who have lower swing speeds can benefit from some selective equipment changes and here we zero in on the drivers that are best for this category of golfer.

The label of slow swing speed refers to anything under 90 miles per hour.

5. Cobra Darkspeed Max Driver

The DARKSPEED MAX Driver is marketed as the ultimate fairway finder. Two adjustable weight positions deliver extreme forgiveness and accuracy for players seeking higher launch and straighter ball flights while a refined clubhead shape blends aerodynamic speed with forgiving high-launch for an elevated look at address that inspires maximum confidence on the tee.

Golf Monthly assesed this club as their top driver choice for golfers with slower swing speeds.

“Our top pick for slower swingers is the Darkspeed Max thanks to its draw-bias performance. It also proved to be very forgiving and looks fantastic,” Golf Monthly reviewers said.

4. Titleist TSR3

The Titleist TSR3 driver features a low-mid launch and a low spin rate. This launch and spin profile is excellent for golfers who want a balance of distance, accuracy, and control.

The club performs well in distance tests at slow swing speeds, though players who are consistent with the location of their driver strikes will get the most out of the TSR3.

On the flip side, the TSR3 is not a very forgiving club if you aren’t making contact in the enhanced sweet spot which overall drags it down as a choice for higher-handicappers. It is an excellent option for better players with declining swing speeds.

3. Srixon ZX7 MKII

The Srixon ZX7 MKII is a great choice for the player looking for a more compact, confidence-inspiring silhouette that delivers the complete range of clubhead adjustability.

A complex series of ridges and latticework provides the structural integrity necessary to feature a remarkably thin titanium crown and to place discretionary mass where it best suits each ZX Mk II Driver’s ideal launch and spin characteristics.

Srizon boast that the Rebound Frame’s Dual Flex Zones focus more energy into the golf ball at impact, creating a purer energy transfer that instantaneously increases ball speed and distance on every strike. This club tests very well for distance and customisation but it gives up a little ground on forgiveness as a result.

2. Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max D

Performance-wise, this driver is one of the simplest to launch, with the Paradym Ai Smoke Max D practically hitting the ball higher into the air. The launch originates from a rear weight that has been precisely positioned to boost MOI and generate a draw bias.

Forgiveness and ease of launch combine to make this a great choice for a player with slower swing speed.

Some reviewers rate this as the top club choice but it tests slightly shorter on average than the clear top choice.

1. PING G430 MAX 10K

The entire PING G430 driver range reviews very well for a variety of different players but when it comes to distance and forgiveness, nothing comes close to the PING G430 MAX 10K.

Golf equipment reviewers, MyGolfSpy, ranked this version of PING’s famous driver at the top of the pile for players with slower swing speeds. They praise its balance between accuracy, distance and forgiveness.

“Yes, PING G430 MAX 10K is the best driver for accuracy for low swing speeds. On top of that, it is above average for distance and forgiveness. The combination of accuracy, distance and forgiveness makes this driver the best for slower swinging golfers,” MyGolfSpy declare.

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