PING G440 Driver Range - Full Review

Ping G440 Drivers – Stability, Simplicity, and Three Solid Choices

The Ping G440 driver lineup offers three head options: Max, LST (Low Spin Technology), and SFT (Straight Flight Technology). While the design changes from previous generations are subtle, Ping continues to focus on reliable, tour-level performance and premium build quality. Mark tests all three heads to uncover how they look, feel, and perform, and who should game them.

What Mark Says

“They just feel so solid. You know exactly what you’re getting with Ping; it’s quality, stability, and performance. All three heads look nearly identical, which I love. You could be gaming the draw-biased one and your mates would never know. These clubs don’t scream change, but that’s because they don’t need to. They’re already so refined.”

 1. Looks and Setup – Three Heads, One Identity

• All three heads—the Max, LST, and SFT, look nearly identical at address.
• Matte black crown with carbon fly wrap, classic Ping turbulators, and a compact, neutral setup.
• Mark notes even he struggled to tell them apart by sight alone, which speaks to Ping’s unified design philosophy.
• The hosel is notably small and sleek, the best-looking on the market, according to Mark.

2. Feel and Sound – Classic Ping Stability

• Medium to loud impact sound, not carbon-quiet, but never harsh.
• Each model feels incredibly solid and stable through impact, regardless of strike location.
• Smash factor across all heads was consistently high, suggesting excellent energy transfer.
• The Max in particular felt unshakeable during aggressive swings.

3. Performance – All About Consistency

• Ball speeds averaged 165–166 mph, matching Mark’s usual numbers from top-performing drivers.
• The Max delivered consistent carry and retained ball speed across the face.
• The LST spun slightly less and was fade-resistant, making it more playable than older low-spin Pings.
• The SFT effectively moved the ball left without needing to sit overly closed; great for players needing help with a slice.

4. Technology – Incremental, Not Gimmicky

• All heads feature Ping’s new free hosel design, promoting heel flexion for faster ball speeds.
• A lighter hosel redistributes weight to lower and back positions for more forgiveness.
• Thinner, shallower face for speed retention and MOI gains.
• Carbon fly wrap crown and aerodynamic shaping carry over from previous generations.
• Mark notes the tech shifts are subtle but effective; nothing flashy, just focused evolution.

5. Who Should Game Them – Options for Everyone

• The Max is for golfers seeking forgiveness and stability; it performs under pressure.
• The SFT is ideal for players who need help with a slice but want a clean, square look.
• The LST suits faster swingers who want to drop spin while still keeping forgiveness.

NB: Mark says all three heads could suit anyone from tour players to weekend golfers, depending on fit.

Final Thoughts – Quietly Brilliant, as Always

The Ping G440 drivers aren’t revolutionary, but they don’t need to be. Each model delivers exactly what it promises, with classic Ping reliability and ultra-consistent build quality. While other brands shout about innovation, Ping refines, improves, and quietly stays near the top. If you’re after a driver that’s stable, reliable, and well-engineered without any gimmicks, the G440 lineup should be on your shortlist.