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Callaway Elyte X irons, 5 to PW vs Cobra DS-Adapt Max irons, 5 to PW

Two iron sets that often end up on the same shortlist. Here's how they differ, who each one suits, and which is the better buy used.

The short answer

Buy the Elyte X irons, 5 to PW if you prefer the Callaway look and feel.

Buy the DS-Adapt Max irons, 5 to PW if you want to save about $74.

The Elyte X irons, 5 to PW costs about $74 more used. For most golfers the DS-Adapt Max irons, 5 to PW is the better value if it fits your game.

Side by side

Elyte X irons, 5 to PWDS-Adapt Max irons, 5 to PW
Model year20252025
Best forBeginners and high handicapsBeginners and high handicaps
Typical used price$720$646
Launch price$900$860
Typical saving20%25%
Loft21° to 41°23° to 43.5°
Launch / spinhigh / midhigh / mid
ConstructionCavity back, castHollow body, cast
Helps a sliceNoNo

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