A head-to-head look at two of the top fairways & hybrids in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
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The PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid edges the Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid on overall Every18 score (97 vs 94), but that headline number only tells part of the story. The Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid is both the cheaper buy (about $65 used vs $145) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. Bottom line: choose the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid if you fit its profile (stable long clubs); choose the Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid if you lean toward easy speed.
| Metric | PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid | Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 ✓ | 94 |
| Forgiveness | 83 | 83 |
| Speed | 79 | 84 ✓ |
| Feel | 83 ✓ | 79 |
| Value rating | 79 | 84 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $145 | $65 ✓ |
| Value index | 281 | 607 ✓ |
| Launch | Mid to high | Mid |
| Spin | Mid | Mid |
| Fit profile | Stable long clubs | Easy speed |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
On the Every18 editorial score the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid rates higher (97 vs 94 out of 100). "Better" still depends on fit — the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid suits stable long clubs, while the Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid suits easy speed.
The Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $145 for the PING G425 Fairway / Hybrid and $65 for the Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid, so the Callaway XR 16 Fairway / Hybrid is also the cheaper buy.
Both rate the same for forgiveness (83), so neither gives up much on off-center hits relative to the other.
See how these stack up against the rest of the field.
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