#1 · Best for low handicappers
Titleist GTS4
$699 list priceIndependent Golf Reviews' low-handicap pick.
Source: Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026)Drivers guide · 2027
Best driver for low handicappers
Better players usually want lower spin and workability. Ping's G450 LST is the first 2027 low-spin driver on the conforming list.
Coming soon
2027: coming soon
Nov 2, 2026
Ping G450 drivers and Ping's first mini driverConfirmed
The G450 MAX, G450 LST, G450 SFT and the new G450 MiniMax mini driver were added to the USGA conforming list. Ping has not announced pricing or a retail date. Reporting points to a January 2027 release at about $650 for the full-size drivers. The MAX and LST add a new FastFlex sole slot, and the MiniMax is offered as low as 7.5° loft.
Fall 2026
PXG Raptor drivers on the conforming listConfirmed
New PXG Raptor drivers, including a Raptor X10K+ model, have been added to the USGA conforming list, and a Raptor driver has been spotted on tour. PXG has not announced pricing or release timing.
We check for 2027 news daily. Last checked November 9, 2026. See every 2027 announcement.
Top picks of 2026
Placeholder list: These are the top picks of 2026, not 2027. 2027 models aren't in stores or independently tested yet. We'll replace this list as 2027 clubs are released and reviewed.
| # | Club | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Titleist GTS4 | Best for low handicappers | $699 |
| 2 | Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond | Best for fast swings | $699.99 |
| 3 | TaylorMade Qi4D LS | Low-spin TaylorMade | $649.99 |
| 4 | PING G440 LST | Most underrated | $449 |
#2 · Best for fast swings
Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond
$699.99 list priceThird overall in MyGolfSpy's test.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026#3 · Low-spin TaylorMade
TaylorMade Qi4D LS
$649.99 list priceScored 8.9 in MyGolfSpy's test and stays current through 2027.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026; Golf Digest, TaylorMade to hold off introducing a new driver in 2027 (2026)#4 · Most underrated
PING G440 LST
$449 list priceScored 8.8 in MyGolfSpy's test and is Independent Golf Reviews' most underrated driver.
Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026; Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026)Related topics
Sources
- Golf Digest, TaylorMade to hold off introducing a new driver in 2027 (2026)
- Independent Golf Reviews, The Best Golf Drivers of 2026 (updated Oct 2, 2026)
- MyGolfSpy, Best Drivers of 2026