The TaylorMade Qi10 Max is worth trying if you want a driver designed to stay stable on off-centre strikes. It belongs to TaylorMade’s 2024 range. Buying one now is a question of the actual loft, shaft, condition and price available to you, rather than the year on a review.
Research checked: 9 October 2026. This is a review of manufacturer specifications and buying options. We have not tested this driver on a course or launch monitor, and we do not give it a distance score.
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| Route | Useful when | Before paying |
|---|---|---|
| New or remaining stock | You have settled on a build and want an unused club. | Confirm that the selected hand, loft and shaft can actually be ordered. A product page or advertised starting price does not establish stock. |
| Used or ex-demo | A particular club matches your specification and budget. | Check photographs of that item, actual length, condition, included headcover/tool and seller terms. |
| Fitting first | You are unsure whether to change loft, shaft or head. | Compare normal groups of shots with your own driver, using the same ball. Include any fitting or alteration cost in your budget. |
Qi10 Max specifications
These are the original standard specifications in TaylorMade’s Qi10 Max specification sheet. A custom or used club can have a different shaft, grip or length.
| Detail | Manufacturer specification |
|---|---|
| Head volume | 460cc |
| Lofts and hands | 9°, 10.5° and 12°; right- and left-handed |
| Loft adjustment | 4° sleeve range: up to 2° either side of stated loft |
| Standard length / swing weight | 45.5 inches / D4 |
| Listed flight | Mid-high launch, mid spin, neutral bias |
| Face | 60X Carbon Twist Face |
The sheet lists Fujikura Speeder NX TCS 50 and Mitsubishi Diamana T+ 60 shaft options, with a Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Blue. Treat that as identification help, rather than a promise that every combination is available in the UK today.
What the 10K design means
TaylorMade’s explanation of 10K inertia describes a combined moment of inertia of 10,000 g·cm². MOI describes resistance to twisting; it is not a distance gain, accuracy percentage or promise that a shot will finish in the fairway.
The model uses a carbon face and an Infinity Carbon Crown. TaylorMade also lists its Thru-Slot Speed Pocket among the features intended to help low-face strikes. These are manufacturer design claims, rather than results from our own testing.
Our buying view: shortlist the head if inconsistent contact is the problem you want to investigate. Judge it using your carry distances, strike pattern and left-to-right spread. A club that produces one longer shot but a less useful group may not be a worthwhile change.
Qi10 Max, Qi10 and Qi10 LS: check the full name
TaylorMade’s January 2024 family comparison positions the Max around stability, the standard Qi10 around a balance of distance and forgiveness, and the LS around lower spin. The LS has an 18g sliding weight; that feature should not be attributed to the Max.
Do not rely on a seller’s shortened “Qi10 driver” description. Ask for a sole photograph showing the complete model name. A matching headcover cannot establish which head is underneath it.
Handicap alone is a poor way to select between the three. A faster swing does not automatically rule out Max, and a beginner still needs an appropriate loft, shaft and length. If a slice is your main concern, assess contact and face delivery with a fitter or coach instead of assuming that the Max label will correct it.
Five checks for a used Qi10 Max
- Inspect the head: ask for clear face, crown, sole and hosel photographs, plus an explanation of any damage or repairs.
- Record the whole build: hand, stamped loft, full shaft name, flex and actual playing length. A replacement shaft can make two similarly titled offers quite different.
- Check the adapter and adjustment: confirm compatibility, the current sleeve setting and whether a suitable torque wrench is supplied. Ask a fitter if the setting or hardware is unclear.
- Add the missing items: delivery, a headcover, a worn grip and any planned alterations all affect the total cost.
- Read the seller’s terms: establish who is selling the club and the applicable returns and warranty cover. Do not assume that a used sale has the same terms as a new purchase.
Is it worth buying?
Buy when the build suits your shots and the complete offer makes sense. An older model can be a sensible purchase without beating every current driver. Compare its total cost with another club you can actually try; the SIM2 Max buying guide gives one older-model option to investigate.
Keep your current driver if a like-for-like trial gives you no worthwhile improvement. Spend the budget on fitting or coaching first if you cannot yet identify what the replacement needs to do.
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Sources and correction note
This guide was rewritten on 9 October 2026 to correct the model’s specifications and remove unsupported testing, scoring and price claims. It does not report a physical product test.