Callaway driver performance has seen a steady increase in ball speed and carry over 20 years, though the price per yard gained has increased significantly.
Their scorecard
Distance: 3/5 — 279 yards carry
Sound & feel: 5/5 — Significantly more solid
What they rate
Clear progression in ball speed from 161 to 168 mph
Major improvements in feel and stability with tech like Jailbreak
Old models like the FT5 still offer incredible budget value
What they don’t
Prices have risen from £45 to over £500
Diminishing returns on investment as you reach the newest models
Callaway driver performance has seen a steady increase in ball speed and carry over 20 years, though the price per yard gained has increased significantly.
Clear progression in ball speed from 161 to 168 mph
Major improvements in feel and stability with tech like Jailbreak