Callaway Paradym Vs Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid

One year after the release of the original Paradym, Callaway has launched the new Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid line.

Which is better? Read on to find out.

Callaway Paradym Hybrid Overview

Callaway Paradym Hybrid

“The original Paradym features batwing Jailbreak bracing, low/forward tungsten cartridge and adjustable hosel.”

The shaping is very similar to the new Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid. You have a low face profile and a shape that is definitely reminiscent of a hybrid and not a fairway wood.

The forward-positioned tungsten weight also makes for surprisingly low spin rates while the adjustable hosel allows you to loft the ball up or down. The Paradym hybrid sells for $270.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid Overview

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid

“The Paradym Ai Smoke features Smart Face technology, pronounced sole camber and tungsten weight cartridge.”

Compared to the original Paradym hybrid, the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke has a slightly larger shape; though the profile is similar. This makes it look extremely forgiving at address.

And with the same spin and loft properties of the original Paradym, but with an upgraded face, the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke plays longer and is more forgiving. It retails for $280.

“With only a $10 price difference, the longer, more forgiving Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid is definitely the better buy.”

Callaway Paradym Hybrid

In 20 Words Or Less

“The Callaway Paradym Hybrid seems to solidify the overarching motif of the Paradym series: straight flight and accuracy.”

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid

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In 20 Words or Less

“The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid brings the distance and offers a powerful feel at impact.”

Callaway Paradym Hybrid – First Impressions

“We were glad that all the logos and coloring were left on the sole.”

The crown looks clean at address which is good because so many new Callaway clubs have honestly looked a bit busy and distracting.

The Callaway Paradym Hybrid has a reassuring look at address as well because of the extended toe-to-heel length.

Callaway Paradyme Family

“If you’re looking for help with your slice, check out the Callaway Paradym X Hybrid.”

The Callaway Paradym X Hybrid is weighted to have a semi-draw bias. It also has more offset than the standard Callaway Paradym Hybrid.

For these reasons, it may be even more useful if what you really need is forgiveness.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid – First Impressions

“I liked the forgiving look at address right away.”

But mostly, I loved the way this hybrid felt. After my very first swing I simply said, “whoah.” That’s because the face feels super reactive – another thing Callaway doesn’t really hype which I feel they should.

The face feels very powerful even when you miss the sweet spot and my launch monitor numbers confirmed the feel.

I was averaging a ball speed of 136.1 MPH with the 3H. Of course, some of that reduction in spin has to do with the forward weighting cartridge on the bottom of the sole.

Forward weighting almost always mutes spin and that is certainly the case with the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid.

Callaway Paradyme Hybrid Selling Points

Tight shot dispersions
Plays smoothly from the rough
Good overall accuracy
Controlled flight
The face feels solid at impact
Decent overall distance

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid Selling Points

Low/forward weighting
Adjustable hosel
Slight draw bias
AI Smart Face design
Pronounced sole camber

Who is the Callaway Paradym Hybrid For?

“We would say that this hybrid would be best for mid handicappers.”

We’re not sure what Callaway was thinking when they suggested that the Callaway Paradym Hybrid was best for mid to low handicappers.

Almost all of our low handicap testers mentioned that the Callaway Paradym Hybrid was pretty much unworkable.

And while it’s a good hybrid for moderate swing speed players, the launch is actually a bit too high to be favorable for players with 90+ MPH swing speeds.

Instead, the Callaway Paradym Hybrid seems ideal for mid handicappers with some good usefulness to high handicappers as well.

The Callaway Paradym Hybrid would also be a good hybrid to consider if what you need is straight flight.

The face feels really solid; but also a bit lifeless at impact. But we can overlook that in light of the stellar accuracy and comfortable turf interaction.

Distance: 94/100

Accuracy: 97/100

Forgiveness: 96/100

Feel & Control: 95/100

Overall Score: 96/100

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Who is the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Hybrid for?

“The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid would be a great choice for high handicap players who want to achieve a more piercing trajectory and get the ball downrange.”

I’ve seen a lot of high handicappers struggle with hitting down on the ball and popping it high with a ton of spin. That’s a surefire recipe for poor distance.

The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid will certainly help with that. The AI face design and head shaping compensate for the extra spin you generate when you hit down at the ball.

Even if you don’t have a shallow, sweeping swing, the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid will make it seem like you do.

Another thing I really liked about this hybrid was its turf interaction. A hybrid should always feel good through the rough because that’s what they’re made for, right?

The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid has a pronounced camber on the sole so it glides over the turf better than your average, clunky hybrid.

So if you find yourself in the cabbage often, this is a great hybrid to get fitted for.

And of course, the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid is a great option for anyone who simply wants more distance.

It plays long and generates impressive ball speed. Now if you get most of your distance through loft, this may not be the hybrid for you.

The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid launches lower than any hybrid I have tested recently.

But if you wanna keep the ball low and pick up distance through muted spin, check the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid out.