Why Wilson’s Dynapwr Max+ driver could be the bargain of 2026

Wilson Golf is quietly reviving with its latest Dynapwr woods line and the new line of Staff Model irons released this week. But the sports giant isn’t done showing it can compete with golf’s heavyweights.

The company is adding a fourth model to its Dynapwr me line new driver Max+, his highest ever MIA driver, passing 10K g/cm² The plateau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Wilson achieved this without weighing down their Max+ head, a strategy typical of clubs using to raise MIA.

“The new Dynapwr Max+ driver takes all of the game-changing technology featured in the Dynapwr family of metal woods and takes it up a notch,” Jared Guttmann, Wilson’s Manager of Advanced Golf R&D, said in a release. “We’re dedicated to developing cutting-edge equipment for the widest range of players—from tournament staff and top amateurs to mid- and single-handicap players—and we’re confident that the Max+ will help all players maximize forgiveness and stability to gain a significant advantage off the tee.”

Continue reading below for more on the Wilson Dynapwr Max+ driver, including my take on the release.

What’s really new with the Wilson Dynapwr Max+ — and why you should care

With the new Max+ driver, Wilson re-engineered the PKR-360 (Peak Kinetic Response) face construction from the Dynapwr 2025 drivers to remove 5g of weight from the driver’s face and reallocate it to the rear. This helps push the MIA higher than any other driver Wilson has created.

Crown height was also lowered to push the girth mass further away from the CG while lowering it to manage roll. The Wilson also has a new rounder face profile to manage the side spin of the gear effect in the meat.

These changes helped the driver reach the 10K MOI threshold without having to add any mass to the clubhead, something Wilson says is a key differentiator.

“Most, if not all, 10K heads reach that threshold in part by increasing the mass of the clubhead, since more mass equals more MOI,” Guttmann said. “The downside of this approach is that you slow down the ball speed and therefore. Our approach to designing the Max+ was extremely efficient and we were able to maintain high ball speeds and high ball speeds while also inducing 10K forgiveness.”

Finally, Wilson used advanced topology optimization to fine-tune the driver’s sound with the most effective shaping and internal rib.

The new Max+ also added an option for players who want adjustable weight in a high MOI driver. Similar to the Dynapwr Max, the Max+ has a flipping rear weight with the ability to move the heavy side from the toe (which is labeled as neutral) to the heel (for traction).

Wilson Dynapwr Max+ driver

What is: A high MOI, maximum forgiveness driver with the profile of a modern player. A removable rear weight offers two settings between neutral and traction, as well as a six-way adjustable clutch.

Lofts available: 9.0˚, 10.5˚ (RH or LH), 12˚

Who is it for: Players looking for high forgiveness from a driver with a traditional profile across multiple speed spectrums without having to worry about high spin.

My take: A potential unicorn driver

Manufacturers are starting to figure out how to separate forgiveness and speed, and Wilson is proving he can hang with the big boys in that game.

I don’t know if I’m more impressed by this driver, or the fact that he is $150 cheaper than many of its new competitors and $50 cheaper than some of Wilson’s other drivers.

The Dynapwr Max+ is one such driver that we are looking at can be very forgiving but still won’t spin, thanks to advances in CG placement. Previously, this was reserved for drivers costing over $600, but Wilson has actually done it for less than some of their other drivers.

I enjoyed trying it and was pleasantly surprised. Normally, I tend to disagree with senior MIA executives from both a look and spin standpoint. But I was surprised when my first swing was a frozen putt that carried 294 yards and spun 2,400.

It’s impressive that Wilson was able to put the CG where he did, because the Max+ hardly looks big to me. I wouldn’t go so far as to say it’s a classic pear shape that I’m used to playing, but it definitely feels a lot more traditional than drivers in this class.

All in all, Wilson may have come up with one of those rare unicorn drivers that is both forgiving and low key. The best part is that it is much cheaper than all the others.

Price, Specifications and Availability

of The Wilson Dynapwr Max+ driver is available for pre-order starting January 29 and arrives at retail locations on February 12

costs 499 dollars.

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