#1 · Best value
Tour Edge Exotics Max
$399.99 list priceScored 8.9 in MyGolfSpy's test, fourth of 42 drivers.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026; Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026)Drivers guide · 2027
Best budget driver
Some of the best-performing drivers of 2026 cost hundreds less than the leaders. Prices fall further as 2027 models arrive.
Coming soon
2027: coming soon
Nov 2, 2026
Ping G450 drivers and Ping's first mini driverConfirmed
The G450 MAX, G450 LST, G450 SFT and the new G450 MiniMax mini driver were added to the USGA conforming list. Ping has not announced pricing or a retail date. Reporting points to a January 2027 release at about $650 for the full-size drivers. The MAX and LST add a new FastFlex sole slot, and the MiniMax is offered as low as 7.5° loft.
Fall 2026
PXG Raptor drivers on the conforming listConfirmed
New PXG Raptor drivers, including a Raptor X10K+ model, have been added to the USGA conforming list, and a Raptor driver has been spotted on tour. PXG has not announced pricing or release timing.
We check for 2027 news daily. Last checked November 9, 2026. See every 2027 announcement.
Top picks of 2026
Placeholder list: These are the top picks of 2026, not 2027. 2027 models aren't in stores or independently tested yet. We'll replace this list as 2027 clubs are released and reviewed.
| # | Club | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tour Edge Exotics Max | Best value | $399.99 |
| 2 | Takomo Ignis D1 | Best direct-to-consumer | $319.99 |
| 3 | PING G440 SFT | Best discounted premium | $449 (discounted) |
| 4 | Srixon ZXi Max | Most forgiving for the money | $549.99 |
#2 · Best direct-to-consumer
Takomo Ignis D1
$319.99 list priceScored 8.5 in MyGolfSpy's test at the lowest price listed.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026#3 · Best discounted premium
PING G440 SFT
$449 (discounted) list priceMarked down as the G450 SFT replaces it.
Source: Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026); MyGolfSpy, PING G450 Drivers Hit The USGA List (Nov 2026)#4 · Most forgiving for the money
Srixon ZXi Max
$549.99 list priceWon MyGolfSpy's forgiveness category.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026Related topics
Sources
- Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026)
- MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026
- MyGolfSpy, PING G450 Drivers Hit The USGA List (Nov 2026)