Callaway Elyte 5-wood vs TaylorMade SIM2 Max 5-wood
5-woods compared
CallawayElyte 5-wood$160 used
TaylorMadeSIM2 Max 5-wood$222 usedTwo 5-woods that often end up on the same shortlist. Here's how they differ, who each one suits, and which is the better buy used.
TaylorMade SIM2 Max 5-wood
Typical used price$222Save about 26%From $144 at eBayFull reviewThe short answer
Buy the Elyte 5-wood if you want the newer design (2025), you want to save about $62, you need help getting the ball in the air.
Buy the SIM2 Max 5-wood if you already hit it high and want a flatter flight.
The SIM2 Max 5-wood costs about $62 more used. For most golfers the Elyte 5-wood is the better value if it fits your game.
Side by side
| Elyte 5-wood | SIM2 Max 5-wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2025 | 2021 |
| Best for | Most golfers | Most golfers |
| Typical used price | $160 | $222 |
| Launch price | $350 | $300 |
| Typical saving | 54% | 26% |
| Loft | 18° | 18° |
| Launch / spin | high / mid | mid / mid |
| Helps a slice | No | No |
Prices are typical used prices as of 2026-10-04. Stores may pay us a commission, which never changes our verdict.
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