We’re used to the usual stats when it comes to drivers: distance, accuracy, consistency, forgiveness. However, one aspect we don’t focus on as much is depreciation. With drivers costing several hundred dollars, this is one area you may want to pay attention to.
Depreciation, in the simplest terms, is how much something loses value over time. If you’re buying a brand new driver and investing hundreds, you want it to retain as much of its original value as possible when you eventually sell or trade it in.
On the other hand, if you’re buying a used driver, the higher depreciation could mean you save a significant amount by buying it used versus brand new.
We took a look at how much the price changed in 2025 for new versus used drivers, specifically with the models that made The best drivers of 2025 list. After comparing the cost of used ones found online with 2nd Swing, you might be surprised what the numbers reveal.
Depreciation rates for top drivers in 2025
| pattern | 2025 brand new price | 2025 used price in condition* | SUSPENSION |
| Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond | $649.99 | $461.99 | 29% |
| PING G430 MAX 10K | 599 dollars | $428.99 | 28% |
| PING G440 LST | 599 dollars | $527.99 | 12% |
| Tour Edge Exotics E725 | $399.99 | $287.99 | 28% |
| Title GT2 | $649.99 | $549.99 | 15% |
| PXG Black Ops 0311 Tour | 649 dollars | $446.99 | 31% |
*Price used reflects against averagedition
Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond
The overall pick for the 2025 driver of the year was the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond. The $649 retail price is similar to other top brands, but its 29 percent depreciation over the year was one of the biggest changes in value on our list. This means you can score a great deal if you can find a used one in good condition.
PING G430 MAX 10K
The PING G430 MAX 10K offers many features for those who want it all with their driver: distance, forgiveness, feel, good looks. If you are buying it brand new, be sure to factor in the 28 percent depreciation value when it is time for a trade.
PING G440 LST
The PING G440 was MyGolfSpy’s third overall pick for Best Driver, thanks to consistent shots and ball speed. However, it makes its mark as the lowest depreciation value in 2025 on our list. This proves to hold its value well, but you may not be able to find the price you were expecting with a used version.
Tour Edge Exotics E725
The Tour Edge Exotics E725 earned the best distance rating among 2025 drivers tested and also comes in as the cheapest option. Although it’s about a third less expensive new than the others, it still had one of the highest depreciation rates we found.
Title GT2
The Titleist GT2 comes in hot in 2025 as the winner of the best for distance, earning top marks for both carry and total distance. It’s one of the more expensive options as a brand new purchase, but you can take comfort in knowing that it has one of the lowest depreciation values.
PXG Black Ops 0311 Tour
With its high forgiveness scores, including consistent carry distance, the PXG Black Ops 0311 putter outperforms many others tested in the 2025. It also earns the distinction of having the highest depreciation value on this list which means a lower trade-in value in the future or a lot in a used one now.
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