Golf Swing Speed Calculator

Calculate your swing speed from ball speed and smash factor measurements.

Professional Swing Speed Calculator - Free & Accurate

Calculate your clubhead swing speed from ball speed data. Perfect for determining your swing speed category, equipment fitting, and tracking improvement. Works with launch monitor data or estimates.

Reverse Engineering from Ball Speed
Swing Speed Categories
Equipment Recommendations

Calculate Swing Speed

Enter ball speed and smash factor to calculate your swing speed

From launch monitor or ball speed radar

Ball speed ÷ swing speed (leave blank for typical value)

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How Swing Speed Calculation Works

Complete Guide to Golf Swing Speed Analysis

Swing speed is a fundamental measurement in golf that determines how fast your clubhead is moving at impact. Our calculator reverse-engineers your swing speed from ball speed measurements, providing valuable insights for equipment fitting and performance analysis.

Key Calculations:

  • Swing Speed = Ball Speed ÷ Smash Factor
  • Smash Factor = Ball Speed ÷ Swing Speed
  • Distance = Ball Speed × Distance Factor
  • Efficiency = (Actual Smash ÷ Optimal Smash) × 100
  • Category based on swing speed ranges

Swing Speed Categories:

  • Tour Pro: 115+ mph
  • Low Handicap: 105-114 mph
  • Mid Handicap: 95-104 mph
  • High Handicap: 85-94 mph
  • Senior/Beginner: 75-84 mph

Equipment Recommendations:

115+ mph: X-Stiff shaft, tour balls

105-114 mph: Stiff shaft, mid-compression balls

95-104 mph: Regular shaft, standard balls

85-94 mph: Senior/Regular shaft, soft balls

75-84 mph: Senior shaft, low compression

Distance Expectations (Driver):

115 mph: 280+ yards

105 mph: 250-280 yards

95 mph: 220-250 yards

85 mph: 190-220 yards

75 mph: 160-190 yards

Why Use Our Swing Speed Calculator?

✓ Reverse Engineering: Calculate from ball speed data

✓ Equipment Fitting: Find the right shaft and ball

✓ Performance Tracking: Monitor speed improvements

✓ Player Categories: Compare to handicap levels

✓ Contact Quality: Analyze smash factor efficiency

✓ Free Tool: No registration required

Note: This calculator provides estimates based on typical smash factors and distance models. For the most accurate swing speed measurement, use a certified launch monitor. Consult a professional for equipment fitting and swing analysis.