Callaway Epic Max Vs. Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Comparison & Review
There are a lot of ways by which the Callaway Rogue ST Max and the Callaway Epic Max drivers mirror each other in terms of performance. After all, they are both game-improvement drivers from the same manufacturer.
But it’s really the slight, subtle differences that you have to pay attention to if you want the best driver for your needs. To help you identify and make sense of those subtle differences, we have put together the following comparison overview.
Callaway Epic Max Driver Overview
The Callaway Epic Max was built to help players achieve faster ball speeds without having to sacrifice consistency.
It starts with a titanium face that flexes to a high degree. Keeping the stability of the face in check are internal Jailbreak bracing arms which are also present in the Callaway Rogue ST Max driver. The weighting of the Epic Max is nice and low and promotes a slight draw bias as well.
Again, the low CG and slight draw bias feels almost identical to that of the Callaway Rogue ST Max. However, there is one glaring difference: the CG of the Epic Max can be shifted via a 16 gram sliding rear weight. Both the Epic Max and the Callaway Rogue ST Max come with adjustable hosels as well.
Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Overview
One subtle difference in the Callaway Rogue ST Max is that it features a one-piece titanium body frame.
The frame sits low in the head and works in conjunction with the Jailbreak bars to not only provide stability; but lower the CG even further. However, the Callaway Rogue ST Max has no adjustable weight so it’s permanently set in a semi-draw position.
Still, the Callaway Rogue ST Max has a deeper face profile which gives it a larger sweet spot than the Epic Max driver. Indeed, most of our testers found the Callaway Rogue ST Max to be more forgiving than the Epic Max.
While it may be heavier than the Epic Max, most of our testers were able to ignore that fact and still manage to hit the ball straight and long.
The newer Callaway Rogue ST Max also drives farther than the Callaway Epic Max – at least for most of our high handicap testers. Launch angles were also significantly higher with the Callaway Rogue ST Max as opposed to the Epic Max.
Callaway Epic Max Drivers
In 20 Words or Less
Designed by Artificial Intelligence, this clubs offers the full package: Distance, Forgiveness & Accuracy.
Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver
In 20 Words Or Less
The Callaway Rogue Max ST offers accessible distance for players of nearly all skill levels.
Epic Max Driver – First Impressions
Right away, we could see that the Callaway Epic Max driver was big and bad. We couldn’t wait to get it out to the range and see what it was capable of.
This driver is built with A.I to optimize the placement of the weighting for high launching straighter shots but you can also adjust the weighting with a simple slider.
The Jailbreak bars add stability while the 360 flash cup face offers an incredible ball speed on impact.
The Callaway Epic Max did not disappoint in any category. Not only does it play further than most drivers; it also offers an increased level of forgiveness and consistency.
The Epic Max features a 16g sliding weight that allows you to control ball flight.
The Epic Family
The Epic Speed is the only driver in the family to lack a sliding weight.
The Epic Max LS has a 13g sliding weight and is more compact than the Epic Max. It also produces less spin for ultimate forgiveness and fairway finding for those with less consistent strokes.
Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver – First Impressions
After our first swing with the Roge ST Max, we were very impressed by how solid and satisfying it felt.
Part of the solid feel comes from the internal bracing bars that are more laterally expansive to provide body support both horizontally and vertically. That, coupled with the titanium low-profile body bracing make for an exceptionally solid driver with a nice, comfortable and low center of gravity.
The Callaway Rogue ST Max also features an adjustable hosel for fine-tuning your shot shape.
The Rogue ST Family
The Rogue ST Max is the only one with a 26 gram tungsten weight. The Rogue ST Max D, Rogue ST Max LS and Rogue ST LS have either 23 gram or 20 gram weights. The Rogue ST LS was the most workable of the bunch and produced the lowest spin off the tee.
Callaway Epic Max Selling Points
- Produces straight shots
- Plays long & Forgiving
- Weight Opitmization
- Internal Jailbreak Bars
- Triaxial carbon crown
- 16g adjustable weight
- Flash Face SS21
- A.I. designed
Callaway Rogue ST Max Selling Points
- 26 grams of rear tungsten weighting
- High launch
- SS22 face
- Adjustable hosel
- Highest MOI
- Unrivalled Stability
- 4 Flavors
Callaway Epic Max – Who Is It For?
This driver would be a solid choice for any high, mid or low handicapper in need of distance and forgiveness.
The Epic Max driver inherently produces straight shots so that will help beginners as well. However, the sliding weight does open things up a bit in terms of ball flight.
We like that the head and sole are oversized as well. This will be a comforting site for beginners at point of address.
Epic Driver Family
The Epic Speed is for high speed swingers looking for maximum distance while giving up some forgiveness.
The Max offers distance but also more forgivness.
The LS model is a low spin version that caters for those who struggle with consistency in their drivers.
Distance: 94/100
Accuracy: 93/100
Forgiveness: 95/100
Feel & Control: 91/100
Overall Rating: 94/100
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Who is the Rogue ST Max Driver for?
The Rogue ST Max would be great for any player seeking more distance off the tee.
The Rogue ST Max is certainly long and versatile which would meet the demands of high to low handicap players.
Callaway Rogue ST Family of Drivers
Rogue ST Max LS
Even with a large footprint the ST Max LS still manages to be the most workable driver in the family.
Rogue ST Max D
The rogue ST Max D is a very forgiving driver and one that would be very helpful to anyone dealing with a slice thanks to the internal draw bias.
Rogue ST LS
The Rogue ST LS is the driver for mid to low handicap players. It doesn’t have the same forgiveness features but it produces low spin and has a lower shot trajectory.
Distance: 95/100
Accuracy: 93/100
Forgiveness: 94/100
Feel and Control: 95/100
Overall Score: 94/100
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