Callaway Elyte irons: Full reviews, player testing, photos and more
HIGHLIGHTS
Four iron models
Ai10x face
Improved sound Club Comparison
PLAYER TESTING TAKEAWAYS
“Traditional look, was comfortable taking a swing. Forgiving for this high-handicapper. Solid on mishits, contact was good and dispersion was tight and consistent. Not explosive distance. Liked it overall.” – Jerry Wenker (17.1-handicap) on the Callaway Elyte irons
“Looks big. Strikes were solid. Straight and consistent ball flight. Size and offset gave confidence to square the club at address. Performance was best of bunch.” – Greg Caster (15.1-handicap) on the Callaway Elyte X irons
“Felt smooth swinging and distance was good. Alignment aid made me feel confident. Accuracy was good.” – Will Prue (18.4-handicap) on the Callaway Elyte X irons
Callaway Elyte Irons
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Each Elyte iron model is designed to address different game-improvement needs. The standard Elyte iron promotes a mid-launch/low-spin ball flight for golfers with moderate to faster swing speeds. It’s built for distance, consistency and added control for shot-shaping.
The “HL” in Elyte HL stands for High Launch, and this model offers more loft and Ai tuning for an increased launch angle. It’s perfect for players with moderate swing speeds who need more carry distance and improved stopping power on the green.
Elyte X has an oversized profile compared to the standard Elyte, with increased offset, sole width and a thicker topline for superior forgiveness.
The line’s fourth option — Elyte Max Fast — is the most game-improvement-focused model, designed for golfers with slow-to-moderate swing speeds. Its lightweight design helps boost ball speed and forgiveness across the set.
When it comes to new iron technology, the focus often lands on the face and cavity, but Callaway has put significant thought into sole design. The Elyte line features a sharper leading edge and chamfered trailing edge for cleaner contact. At the same time, the mid-section bounce adds forgiveness, making it easier to strike the ball solidly.
