Taylormade M2 Vs. Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Comparison & Review

It’s a question that many golfers struggle with: do you cough up more money for the newest, shiniest driver or could you perform just as well with a more affordable driver? The answer is never clear so to help you out, we tested the older Taylormade M2 driver against the brand new Callaway Rogue ST Max driver.

After we tested both of these drivers, we were surprised at how their features paralleled one another. Take a look at the following overview to find out which one would be best for you.

Taylormade M2 Driver Overview

The Taylormade M2 driver is about $300 cheaper than the Callaway Rogue ST Max.

That alone would be a great draw for a lot of golfers as Taylormade clubs are known for great performance. However, we were really surprised to see that the older M2 driver has some of the same features as the new Callaway Rogue ST Max.

For instance the M2 features a carbon crown and a titanium body in order to make way for a 25 gram back/low weight. The Callaway Rogue ST Max has a very similar design. All of this adds up to a driver that is surprisingly light and powerful.

The M2 driver also has a sunken sole design which is supposed to create a richer sound but it also creates a deeper face profile which makes it more forgiving as well.

Callaway Rogue ST Max Driver Overview

 

The design of the Callaway Rogue ST Max driver mirrors that of the M2 but surpasses it in most ways.

The Callaway Rogue ST Max features a carbon crown and sole along with a titanium body to create the savings necessary for a 26 gram tungsten weight to be placed in the back of the head. This design makes the Callaway Rogue ST Max driver launch higher than the M2.

The lightness and driving power are more prominent in the Callaway Rogue ST Max driver too. While some of our testers called the M2 the more forgiving driver, everyone agreed that the Callaway Rogue ST Max was longer and launched higher.

If possible, spend the extra money to get the Callaway Rogue ST Max driver. While it may not be the more forgiving driver, it will still likely do more to improve your long game than the Taylormade M2 driver will.

Taylormade M2 Driver

In 20 Words Or Less

The Taylormade M2 driver feels amazing on the downswing and it’s really hard to miss the fairway with it.

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.

Taylormade M2 First Impressions

The first thing we noticed about the Taylormade M2 driver was how light it felt and how well it cut through the air on the downswing.

This driver will feel really good for anyone with a slower swing speed. It cuts through the air like a dream and delivers smooth, buttery contact when you pure it.

The M Family

The M2 is joined by the M6 and M4 drivers. The M6 more closely resembles the SIM drivers from Taylormade as it has an even more pronounced rear weight. The M4 is a bit more subtle but does have a more satisfying sound and feel than both the M2 and M6.

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.

Taylormade M2 Selling Points

  • A bit more forgiving than the Ping G400
  • Also felt a bit lighter than the G400
  • Affordable
  • High-quality composite body materials
  • It has a -/+ 4 degree adjustable loft sleeve
  • Does a good job of dampening harsh vibrations

Callaway Rogue ST Max Selling Points

  • 26 grams of rear tungsten weighting
  • High launch
  • SS22 face
  • Adjustable hosel
  • Highest MOI
  • Unrivalled Stability
  • 4 Flavors

Who is the Taylormade M2 Driver for?

The Taylormade M2 is definitely more for beginners and high handicappers.

If you are looking for help getting your swing speed up or are having trouble staying on the fairway, the Taylormade M2 would be a better choice for you. It’s lightweight, produces very straight shots and yields good ball speed even when you hit out near the toe.

Distance: 93/100

Feel & Control: 91/100

Accuracy: 94/100

Forgiveness: 92/100

Overall Score: 93/100

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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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