Callaway Epic Max vs Mavrik Max Driver Review & Comparison

Callaway Epic Max vs Mavrik Max Driver Review & Comparison

Callaway likes to offer “max” versions of most of their drivers. In most cases, max means you get a little bit more of everything; more forgiveness, more launch height and more features.

This is certainly the case with the Mavrik Max and the Epic Max LS which are built for high to mid handicappers looking for more consistency and forgiveness.

If you are considering either of these drivers, you may be wondering what sets these Max cousins apart.

They feature a lot of the same types of technology so it can be a tough choice between the two. To help make your decision a bit easier, check out the following comparison review.

 

Mavrik Max Vs Epic Max Ls Overview

 

The crux of both the Epic Max LS and the Mavrik Max is to provide more ball speed and forgiveness. We can attest to both of these points of emphasis.

Both the Mavrik Max and the Epic Max LS produced true ball flight even on low-face shots.

This is due in part to the Flash Face design which, is essentially a slight curvature of the face. This also helps keep spin low off the tee.

Both of these drivers felt good to swing and on impact. They work very well for players with moderate swing speeds.

 

Quick Comparison

	Callaway Mavrik Max	Callaway Epic Max LS
Adjustable weight?	Interchangeable weight	Yes
Lofts	9, 10.5 and 12	9 and 10.5
Key Technology	Triaxial carbon crown	A.I. designed jailbreak bars
Weight	D2, D3, and D4	D2
Price	$400	$530
Overall Rating	94/100	96/100

 

Callaway Epic Max LS Key Features

The Callaway Epic Max LS features a 12 gram adjustable rear weight that allows you to shape your shot depending on bias.

It also features a newer iteration of Callaway’s famous flash face stainless steel technology.

Callaway has also improved the shape and design of the jailbreak bars in the Epic Max LS. There is more material where the bars meet the crown and the sole which, increases the stability of the SS21 Flash Face.

 

Callaway Mavrik Max Key Features

The Callaway Mavrik Max does allow you to change out the standard rear weight for one heavier or lighter depending on your preferences.

The Mavrik Max also has the older version of the Jailbreak bars and an SS20 Flash Face.

It lacks the Cyclone Aero design that the standard Mavrik has but it’s still oversized (460cc) and very forgiving.

 

Similarities and Differences Between The Drivers

Both the Mavrik Max and the Epic Max LS feature A.I. design on the face but only the Epic Max LS has A.I. designed internal Jailbreak bars.

Both drivers also feature the triaxial carbon crown which, keeps head weight down so more weight can be placed for MOI.

One of the most important performance differences between these two driver is that the Epic Max LS offers a lower launch angle and lower ball spin off the tee than the Mavrik Max.

 

Epic Max LS Vs. The Big Bertha B21 Driver

Right off the bat, the Big Bertha has a higher draw bias than the Epic Max LS and it’s pretty noticeable. Other than that though, these two drivers are similar in many ways.

They both feature SS21 Flash Face technology although the compared to the Big Bertha, the Epic Max feels more wieldy in the hands.

 

Mavrik Max Vs. Callaway Rogue

Instead of Flash Face design, the Callaway Rogue uses Variable Face Thickness technology to enhance forgiveness and flex more at more points on the face.

The Callaway Rogue may be very forgiving, but the stability and distance of the Mavrik Max outweigh the forgiveness benefits of the Rogue.

 

Callaway Mavrik Max Options

• Project X EvenFlow Riptide 50 Graphite shaft
• Project X EvenFlow Riptide 60 Graphite shaft
• UST Mamiya Helium Black 4 Graphite shaft
• Light, regular, stiff and extra stiff flexes

 

Callaway Epic Max LS Options

• Project X Cypher 40 Graphite shaft
• Project X HZRDUS Smoke iM10 50 Graphite shaft
• Project X HZRDUS Smoke iM10 60 Graphite shaft
• Regular, stiff and light flexes

 

Who Is Each Driver For?

While the Callaway Epic Max LS and the Mavrik Max have very similar design features, the Epic Max LS was built with faster swing speed players in mind.

The lower lofts and launch will certainly be more congenial to more advanced players.

 

Performance Comparison

If you are looking for effortless distance, the Mavrik Max may be the best way to go. It has a slight draw bias and a higher launch angle than the Epic Max LS.

It was also the more forgiving of the two drivers. We definitely liked the easily adjustable weight of the Epic Max LS, though.

 

Price Comparison

Being the newer of the two drivers, the Epic Max LS is going to be more expensive.

It usually retails for about $530 while the Mavrik Max goes for about $400.

 

Callaway Epic Max LS Pros & Cons

Pros:

• It has an adjustable weight
• Produces little spin off the tee
• Better for fast swing speed players
• Features the latest iteration of Callaway’s Flash Face
• OptiFit hosel
• It will fit many different kinds of players

 

Cons:

• No 12 degree loft version
• More expensive
• Not great for players with slower swing speeds
• Large footprint

Overall Score: 96/100

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Callaway Mavrik Max Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Sounds great
• OptiFit hosel
• More affordable
• More forgiving
• Better for slower swing speeds
• Good distance

Cons:

• No adjustable weight
• Older Flash Face version
• Lacks A.I. designed jailbreak bars
• Not aerodynamically shaped

Overall Score: 94/100

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Final Assessment

So which “max” driver is better? That depends on what kind of player you are.

If you have a pretty high swing speed, you will definitely be able to get more distance from the Epic Max LS.

If you need more forgiveness, however the Mavrik Max would be the better driver.

Overall though, the Epic Max LS has more advanced versions of the features that the Mavrik Max has which, makes it our recommendation. Be sure to check out the Callaway Epic Max LS soon!