Best Golf Irons 2024

Our ultimate guide to the very best golf irons on the market, from game improvement clubs to players' irons

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Best Golf Irons

Getting the best golf irons to suit your game could make all the difference to your on-course performance. Good iron play will give you scoring opportunities and the potential to knock strokes off your handicap. If you’re mid or high handicapper, you should probably look towards the best game improvement irons, or some of the most forgiving irons on the market to help your iron play. 

Alternatively, if you have a slightly lower handicap then the best compact mid-handicap irons and the best irons for low handicappers might give you a variety of models to consider because they give a blend of consistency and feel. Whatever style you’re looking for, you want to feel comfortable and confident with the irons you choose. 

A set of irons is one of the most expensive purchases in golf and it can be a minefield trying to make the right decision and knowing how to choose irons. However, we are here to help as we've tested lots of different irons from many brands, across a range of abilities to gauge performance. We have then collated our findings into this guide which is a look at the best models in various categories. (For more information on how we test irons, our process is explained towards the bottom of this page). 

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Most Forgiving Irons

Ping G430 Iron

Ping G430 Iron Review

The Ping G430 irons are very playable

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A confidence-inspiring iron that is one of the most playable on the market

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 4-LW

Reasons to buy

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Notably longer than G425
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Impressive stopping power
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Very consistent off center

Reasons to avoid

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Badge appearance will divide opinion

If asked to consider the brand that offers the most user-friendly irons in the game, many will immediately think of the best Ping irons, specifically its G ranges. For 2023, we see the introduction of the Ping G430 iron, which has been billed by the company as being ‘distance competitive, scoring uncompromised’.

The overall shape may not have changed much from its predecessor, but Ping has introduced an extra one degree of bounce on the sole which not only helps to lower the centre of gravity, but also provides a little more insurance on those extreme misses where the club makes contact with the ground too early. This makes it one of the most forgiving irons anywhere on the market.

Srixon ZX4 Mk II Iron

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The ZX4 Mk II is one of the best game improvement irons out there

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The iron we crowned as the best game improvement iron of 2023

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 4-AW

Reasons to buy

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Incredibly consistent
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Powerful, solid feel
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Long with ample stopping power

Reasons to avoid

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May not inspire confidence in the hands of higher handicappers

Another iron that falls into the forgiveness category is the Srixon ZX4 Mk II, which we also believe is one of the best game improvement irons that money can buy. The reason is because of the way this iron feels, with an energetic, solid, stable yet soft feel being created all at the same time.

Such was the impact experience, we felt it was up there with any iron we have tested in the last few years. Srixon will say this is down to the new PureFrame design forged into the body of the iron that the company claims reduces unwanted vibrations. It’s very hard to disagree.

Cobra King Forged Tec X Iron

The Cobra King Forged Tec X Iron

The Cobra Forged Tec X combines distance with a compact profile

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A strong-lofted, compact distance iron for the faster swinger

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 4-GW

Reasons to buy

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Exceptionally long
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Explosive feel
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Refined, condensed profile

Reasons to avoid

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Flat trajectory limits stopping power

The Cobra King Forged Tec X is a new entry within Cobra’s iron line up, said to open up a brand new ‘players’ game-improvement’ category with its strong lofts and shrunken profile. We believe it is one of the best Cobra golf irons on the market, and here we explain why.

To begin with, the 7-iron measures in at 27°, which makes it one of the strongest-lofted distance irons around and, because of the stability in the head, we found it produced a consistent, penetrating ball flight which many will love. Certainly, in the aesthetics department, it’s hard to fault and the performance has the wow factor that makes you want to hit more shots.

Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal Iron

Mizuno JPX923 Hot Metal iron

Mizuno's JPX 923 Hot Metal iron is one of the brand's top irons right now

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A softer-feeling distance iron that packs plenty of firepower

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 4-LW

Reasons to buy

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Appealing looks all round
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A fast but controlled feel

Reasons to avoid

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Limited gains over prior model

A playable and forgiving iron that delivers excellent distance on long shots, the JPX923 Hot Metal Iron is perfect for any mid-handicapper looking to add more yards to their game. This is because the brand's engineers have utilised the Swing DNA data collected from its impressive Shaft Optimiser 3D technology to shape the new range of JPX923 irons. Specifically, they noticed a trend towards more shaft lean being presented to the ball across the handicap spectrum and, as a result, have added some bounce and camber to the sole to improve the turf interaction on offer.

Aesthetically, it looks very similar to the JPX923, but delivers a sleek look thanks to the 4335 Nickel Chromoly, which is a stronger material that allows a thinner face. We were also fans of  the interaction with the turf that this iron provided, with the JPX923 Hot Metal Iron one of the best Mizuno irons for 2023.

Best Players' Distance Irons

Mizuno Pro 245 Iron

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The Pro 245 is comfortably the best looking iron of its type

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A perfect combination of looks and forgiveness in a compact head

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 2-GW

Reasons to buy

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Comfortably the best looking iron of its type
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Feel is exceptional
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Very easy to launch

Reasons to avoid

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Not much of a distance boost over the Pro 225

Where the Mizuno Pro 245 really sets itself apart from the competition is in looks, feel and sound. It's a very pleasing club to hit and visually it does not look like a distance iron, in fact it is not too dissimilar in looks to a blade, which is a nice bonus. 

Along with the pleasantness of the strike, these irons are visually stunning! From the back, it is genuinely difficult to tell them apart from the bladed Pro 241 irons in the family. Along with the aesthetics, when you put the irons down behind the ball, we noticed that it's only a marginally longer blade length and thicker top line. They frame the ball beautifully and offer a very classic profile.

TaylorMade 2023 P790 Iron

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The P790 from TaylorMade will suit a wide range of players

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A slimline distance iron that will suit a wide range of abilities

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 3-GW

Reasons to buy

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Inviting, refined looks
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Hot, springy feel at impact
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Consistent, stable ball flight 

Reasons to avoid

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Gains over prior model are subtle

The TaylorMade P790 irons will appeal to a broad range of players, as they offer a great blend of distance and forgiveness in a compact clubhead. The Speed Pocket in the clubhead helps to create greater forgiveness and consistency, while the use of SpeedFoam dampens vibration and creates quite an unusual sound and feel at impact.

In the bag, the new P790 iron is a stunner, with the shiny, curved notch section replaced by a straight strip with a satin finish. However, the rest of the head, including the T—Bug logo and toe screw, remain amongst the pearl satin finish. Performance-wise, it feels better than the previous P790 iron and, while it’s hard to pinpoint exactly why or how, a generally more stable and powerful feel is likely the conclusion most testers will come to. This lively feel did also translate into above-average distance.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Iron

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The distance of the Paradym Ai Smoke is excellent, but the outstanding forgiveness is the real story here

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A sophisticated look with outstanding forgiveness

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 4-SW

Reasons to buy

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Very competitive on distance
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Refreshingly sophisticated look
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Impressively forgiving

Reasons to avoid

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Low spin could hurt stopping power

Out of the box, we were immediately impressed with the looks of this iron set. What we really liked is that the Ai Smoke irons carry some refinement and sophistication, with the chrome finish providing a premium look and the small carbon effect banner strip on the back that houses the Ai Smoke logo enhancing, rather than detracting, from the looks.

Performance-wise, the sound and feel were excellent, with the impressive distance evident on strikes all across the face. This took us by surprise and, whilst obviously the centre of the face yielded the fastest speeds, drop offs were minimal too, which made the forgiveness outstanding.

Ping i525 Irons

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Ping has built an excellent iron with the i525

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A compact distance iron suitable for a broad spectrum of abilities

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 3-UW

Reasons to buy

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Beautiful looking iron
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Strong ball speeds and distance

Reasons to avoid

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Not especially easy to align

The i525 iron replaces the i500 and occupies the space between the G430 iron and the i230 as a hollow, distance-orientated iron in a slimline chassis. Notably, there are tungsten toe and hosel weights, a new maraging steel face for ball speed, four extra grooves to minimize fliers from the rough and an EVA polymer inside the head to provide a softer feel.

It may be one of the best compact mid-handicap irons out there, but it’s built for speed and power too. For those seeking a classic looking club with modern performance, we think this could be the iron for you.

Mizuno JPX923 Forged Iron

Mizuno JPX923 Forged Iron Review

The Forged iron is a five-star iron

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This five star iron is as close to perfect as you'll find this year

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 4-GW

Reasons to buy

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Soft yet powerful feel
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Produces consistent carries
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Easy to control distance and direction

Reasons to avoid

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Strong lofts may not suit the better player

Iron designs tend to have a set of hallmarks that appeal to a particular type of player - be it offset, sole width or the balance between forgiveness and workability. It’s rare that an iron has an appeal that crosses a major part of the handicap spectrum but the Mizuno JPX923 Forged iron is probably as close as we’ve ever seen.

It has a clean and classic look and, at address, it looks compact while inspiring confidence. The thinner top line certainly makes it look more like a better player iron than the previous generation, although the hint of offset will appeal to those who want to straighten up their ball flight.

Wilson 2024 Staff Model CB Iron

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The CB includes solid distance with good feel and a hint of forgiveness

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No frills, no bold claims, just a well put together, great feeling set of forged irons

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 3-PW

Reasons to buy

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Great shaping of the heads
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Lovely soft feel
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Precision toe weighting tech really works

Reasons to avoid

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The hosel decoration won’t suit everyone's eye

In terms of looks, what you get in the Model CB is a gleaming chrome finish, a generous cavity and some really nicely shaped heads. The profile at address is a little more rounded than some, but the look is in keeping with the soft, simple, inoffensive demeanour that these irons embody. 

With regard to performance, the Staff Model CB is competitive with anything we have tested during 2024. In testing, the spin rates and launch windows were consistent and the feel is solid and transparent at the same time. There is no hiding from a mis-hit, you will know exactly where ball met face, but the extra perimeter weighting does offer some reasonable corrective qualities.

Better Player Irons

Ping i230 Iron

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The i230 is one of the best looking irons on the market

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An excellent choice for the better player seeking a soft, stable feel

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 3-UW

Reasons to buy

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Solid, stable and lively feel
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Compact long irons match the set better
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Consistent carry distances

Reasons to avoid

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Limited shelf appeal
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Some may want a softer feel

Perhaps the most complete iron for any low-handicap player, the Ping i230 is a reliable, versatile iron that can strike all the right shots while delivering an extremely low margin for error given its compact shape. Tour pros, including Stewart Cink and Tyrrell Hatton, use the i230 irons and, if that's anything to go by, then if you're a scratch golfer you should also take a look at these high-performance clubs. 

At address, they boast a very slim profile that will appeal to the eye of the better player and improve your club delivery. The 431 stainless steel body, tungsten toe screw, shaft tip weight and concealed elastomer help the club to deliver a muscle- style look that helps players zip the ball off the clubface. While it looks incredible, the iron also feels great too, combining a lively, stable feel with a muted sound. Even poor swings felt responsive through the turf. What's more, distance is plenty and we loved the trajectory this iron offered. In truth, it was hard to find flaws in this iron which is one of the best irons for low handicappers

Titleist T150 Iron

Titleist T150 iron review

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An iron that strikes the balance of premium, compact looks, with explosive feel

Specifications

Construction: Stainless steel
Clubs available : 3-PW

Reasons to buy

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Compact yet confidence inspiring
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More forgiving than the T100s
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Solid, dense feel at impact

Reasons to avoid

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Added distance could create distance gapping issues

The T150 is a brand new model from Titleist, with its design fitting in nicely between the Tour used T100 and the more forgiving T200. Certainly, in our testing, it struck the balance beautifully, with the sole and topline noticeably wider and the blade length more generous. In terms of design, there’s also a muscle channel behind the face that is filled with a polymer to give it a more lively feel, along with a softer sound.

It's worth noting that the T150 does have slightly stronger lofts, but this resulted in longer distances that were very noticeable. What's more, we found the strike remained consistent in a lot of areas off the face, with the two D18 tungsten weights that sit in the dual cavity behind the bottom portion of the face working their magic in terms of forgiveness. 

Stable on off-centre strikes, the flight is very strong and, despite being stronger lofted, actually flew higher than the T100. This meant that, coming into the greens, they are more likely to hold, which meant we could be more aggressive in our approach shots. Overall, it is aimed at the more lower handicapper, but most will certainly appreciate the extra size of the T150 as well as the forgiveness. 

Mizuno JPX923 Tour Iron

Mizuno JPX923 Tour Iron Review

The extra forgiveness of a cavity back, in the shape of a muscleback

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A shallow cavity back that offers a soft feel in a blade-like shape

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 4-GW

Reasons to buy

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Compact, premium looks
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Soft feel
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Consistent carries on well-struck shots

Reasons to avoid

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Soft metal gathers dinks quite easily
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Limited forgiveness

The smallest iron in the JPX923 iron range, the JPX923 Tour adds a copper underlay beneath the white satin-brushed finish for a softer feel. At address, it presents a thinner top line than the previous generation, with it certainly appealing to the low handicap golfer.

Mizuno’s goal was to create an iron that looks and feels like a blade, but plays more like a players’ cavity back and it certainly delivers on this brief. In testing, we felt it was extremely consistent and repeatable, with it also affording creativity on the course if you’re looking to working the ball into pins that are tucked away.

TaylorMade P770 2023 Iron

TaylorMade P770 irons

An iron with ample forgiveness for the better player

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A consistent, low handicap iron that is surprisingly forgiving for its size

Specifications

Construction: Hollow
Clubs available: 3-AW

Reasons to buy

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Refined, elegant aesthetics
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Produces a lively, consistent feel
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Ample forgiveness for the better player
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Still able to shape shots

Reasons to avoid

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Limited gains over prior model

TaylorMade claims to have made some minor tweaks to the design of the new P770 iron for 2023 that should subtly enhance the playing experience. Notably, less offset in the long irons and a slightly more compact look overall. The CG (center of gravity) locations have also been adjusted to improve the launch and playability in the long irons while increasing spin in the short irons.

We still see the stunning looks of the previous model, with the mirror chrome section on the back moving more towards the toe. What's more, you still get that playability and consistency, with a hollow construction packed full of technology. This includes up to 46g of tungsten, so it feels livelier than most.

One observation that many golfers will be pleased with is that the longer irons seemed to be more playable than the previous generation and, overall, it is a perfect traditionally-lofted, user-friendly iron for the competent player. 

Cobra King Tour Iron

Cobra King Tour Iron Review

If you are a low handicapper then this is an iron we recommend trying

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Our leading iron in 2023 for low handicappers to consider

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 3-GW

Reasons to buy

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Near flawless looks
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Solid, stable feel
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Consistent flight

Reasons to avoid

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May send the ball too far for some

A model that is one of our absolute favorites in 2023, the Cobra King Tour is one of the best all-round packages we’ve tested this year. Featuring a lot of technology, including a 1025c forged body and a CNC Milled undercut, which removes weight from the center and repositions it to the heel and toe, its feel off the face was livelier than most compact cavity back irons married with a dense, soft feel at impact.

Compared to the best irons for low handicappers, this iron offers high forgiveness levels. We found it was noticeably playable out on the course, producing ample carry when shots were a little thin. Certainly the margin for error on offer will please everyone, but the extra distance will certainly appeal to good players that have seen the amount of time they’re able to dedicate to playing and practicing diminish.

PXG 0317 ST Blade Iron

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This is a surprisingly playable blade from PXG

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A lively, buttery soft iron that delivers long, repeatable carries

Specifications

Construction: Blade
Clubs available : 3-GW

Reasons to buy

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Soft but lively feel
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Stunning looks
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Surprisingly playable for a blade

Reasons to avoid

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Metal scuffs easily

Put simply, we thought the 0317 ST Blade irons were a dream to play with, as they delivered above-average distance on a consistent basis. This came from a Triple forged 8620 carbon steel, which boasts a milled pattern on its back that enhances the aesthetic appeal. There is also the addition of tungsten weight behind the sweet spot.

What we enjoyed most here was the forgiveness on offer. Most blades feel a bit dead when not struck out the centre, but here we found marginally off-centre shots were compensated for thanks to the lively clubface. These are easily some of the best golf blade irons on the market and offer a definite option for your golf bag.

Ping Blueprint S Iron

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An excellent offering in the low handicap, players' cavity department

Specifications

Construction: Cavity
Clubs available: 3-PW

Reasons to buy

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Lovely compact profile behind the ball
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Real depth to strike
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Good, consistent ball numbers and flight

Reasons to avoid

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Many won’t like the chrome stripe on the back

In terms of the looks down behind the ball, Ping has done an excellent job. The dimensions are just about spot on and will really appeal to players who have gamed blades over the years. The top line is nice and thin, with the blade length compact without being intimidating. They really frame the ball beautifully and, importantly, the offset is very minimal, although it does appear to increase gradually as you head up into the longer irons.

In terms of the performance, we really cannot fault these irons and, when it comes to strike, they are perhaps on the firmer end of the spectrum. Notably, imperfect strikes are certainly flagged up from a feel perspective, but again, this is a plus for us, as better players tend to crave this feedback as long as it isn’t punished too harshly in performance - which it isn't.

Best Distance Irons

TaylorMade Qi Iron

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This is one of the best looking distance irons on the market

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A super powerful and forgiving iron in the game improvement category

Specifications

Construction: Hollow/Cavity
Clubs available: 4-LW

Reasons to buy

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Exceptional distance
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Very forgiving
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Good launch considering the strong lofts

Reasons to avoid

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Not a huge change from the Stealth iron visually
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Quite a firm feel at impact

In terms of the aesthetic, TaylorMade was clearly happy with what they produced with the Stealth as very minimal changes are apparent in this new model. The only slight changes are a minimally bigger badge on the back and a little more chrome, but that is genuinely all that is perceptible to the naked eye. Whilst that may sound critical, it is not meant to, especially with how elegant and aspirational the previous model was.

Performance-wise, the main standout is the speed. The ball zips off the face at an almost alarming velocity and this manifests itself in terms of the distance output. What's more, the spin was on the lower end of the spectrum and this was noticeable in the longer irons when hitting into firm greens as, even though launch is still generous, stopping power was limited.

Wilson Dynapower Iron

Wilson Dynapower Iron Review

One of the longest models we have tested

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One of the longest irons you'll try in 2023

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 5-GW

Reasons to buy

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Incredibly fast off the face
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Easy to draw
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Forgiving from a wide area
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Excellent value for money

Reasons to avoid

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Flat ball flight limits stopping power

Wilson make some of the most forgiving drivers and irons on the market, with their 2023 offering coming in the form of the Dynapower. The brand claims to have achieved forgiveness by using Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) to optimise the face architecture and reconfigure the Power Holes 3.0 on the sole to perform better for its target player. It specifically focuses on making the center and toe sections of the club faster as this is where 85 per cent of 10+ handicap players strike their shots.

In testing, we noticed it certainly felt faster than most irons on the market, with an almost metallic, metalwood-like feel translating into superb power that leaves you itching to hit another shot. The lofts are pretty strong, but this shouldn't be a problem.

Cobra Darkspeed Iron

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The Darkspeed has well proportioned and shaped club heads with plenty of power

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An excellent all-round distance iron with a brilliant dark finish

Specifications

Construction: Cavity back
Clubs available: 4-SW

Reasons to buy

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Surprisingly soft feel for a distance iron
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Plenty of power
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Well proportioned and shaped club heads

Reasons to avoid

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The dark finish won’t be to all tastes

First things first, the charcoal finish of the Darkspeed looks really sleek and sophisticated, with the aesthetic really standing out compared to other irons in this category. What's more, when behind the ball, it will appeal to a range of golfers, with the look providing some lovely soft curves and not a crazy amount of offset. The dark colorway again minimizes a decently thick top line.

In terms of the tech, Cobra is telling us that the Darkspeed iron is filled with a lighter foam material than the Aerojet iron and we think the changes internally within the clubhead have created an exceptionally good feel. In testing, the flight was strong the strong lofted set up meant the spin levels were relatively low. Any mis-struck shots retained a really good level of ball speed which was a real positive too.

How we test golf irons

Our testing and rating procedure for golf irons is built upon a comprehensive process combined with the knowledge and expertise of the Golf Monthly test team. As far as the specific procedure goes, before testing, the team will usually attend product launches and meet with the manufacturer's R&D experts to understand the new technology.

When it comes to testing, we often head indoors first to try the irons in a controlled environment. This usually takes place on an indoor simulator at Foresight Sports, with premium balls and the GCQuad launch monitor. Our outside testing normally takes place at West Hill Golf Club, a course with top-notch practice facilities.

We think it is vitally important to do both and continue to test the irons so they have been comprehensively put to the test in different conditions. It should also be mentioned that manufacturers cannot pay for a good review and we make our conclusions from the testing and our experiences. This is because we strive to give the best reviews possible so you can get a greater understanding of the irons themselves.

How to choose the best golf irons

As you have seen, the market for golf irons is crowded and confusing and being sure you're getting the most suitable iron for your game can be a minefield. Hopefully, this piece has given you an idea of what the best options are out there right now, but here is some more advice to help you in your quest to find the best golf iron for your game in this crowded and dense marketplace.

Your Handicap And Ability

This is probably the most important first step: knowing which type of iron best suits your game. This is by no means gospel, but higher handicappers tend to use cavity back irons that offer maximum forgiveness in a larger iron head, while mid-low handicappers tend to use more bladed irons that are forged, offer more feel and control but less forgiveness.

You'll know how good or perhaps not so good your ball striking tends to be, so make sure you invest in a set of irons that matches where your game is out now, not where you'd ideally want it to be. We have great guides that go into more detail on this, so check out our guide on the most forgiving irons if you're a higher handicapper and our guide on the best irons for mid-handicappers.

Price

This will be a major factor in anyone's decision of what irons to go for. As you'll have seen in this list, the price can vary dramatically between irons. Typically, for a set of cavity back irons - those that provide most distance and forgiveness - you'll be looking between $600-$800 for a set of seven irons.

This obviously can fluctuate between brands, and we've highlighted in this list the ones we think give the best value for money in this category. The price jumps quite significantly when looking at the forged and bladed options - up to and above $1000 - but this is par for the course and you'll be getting a high quality, premium product in return.

Custom Fit

This is probably the most essential part of the iron buying process, no matter the irons you're after or how good you are at the game. A custom fit session will make sure you get the right flex and length of shaft, correct lie angle and correct iron head for your game, meaning you'll finish with the best golf clubs that are as suitable as possible for you out on course.

Custom fits can be a daunting process if you're a true beginner or you aren't that confident hitting golf balls in front of people, but they're a vital part of the club buying process. We recommend having a shortlist of three or four iron heads you like the look of before entering a custom fit and then whittling them down to the best for your game during the custom fit process. Custom fits are provided by a number of golf retailers or club professionals at your local golf club.

FAQs

What are the top rated irons in golf?

When it comes to deciding the top rated irons in golf, this depends on what kind of iron you are looking for and what level of golfer you are. The top rated iron for a single figure player is not the same as one for a higher handicap player. This is why in our best golf irons guide we have included sections for a variety of players, and from a variety of brands. 

Which irons does Tiger Woods use?

Tiger Woods uses a set of TaylorMade P7TW Prototype irons. These go from four-iron down to the pitching wedge. In a Golf.com article about the irons it said; "Woods has the tungsten positioned in each club to produce a specific combination of flight, feel and control he’s come to rely on over the years. One interesting nugget is that the CG in Woods’ set actually progresses toe-ward in the short irons." The main difference between the P7TW's and the popular P730's is the milled grind sole and it was the first iron time the company has used the same CNC milling process on something other than a wedge. All of his irons are fitted with True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts.

What is the easiest golf iron to use?

The easiest model of golf iron is hard to be specific about given every golfer is different, but we can say that there are specific irons on the market which are designed to be as easy to hit as possible. For example some of the most forgiving irons on the market are the Ping G430, Srixon ZX4 Mk II, Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal, Titleist T400, Callaway Paradym X and TaylorMade Stealth irons. 

Does Ping make good irons?

The simple answer here is yes. We have tested many Ping irons over the years and the performance is always right up there with the best in the market. Importantly Ping makes irons for every level of player as well, ranging from the super forgiving G430, all the way to the Blueprint iron which is aimed at the most prolific of ball strikers. We are confident there is a Ping iron for every golfer out there as a result.

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Joel Tadman
Technical Editor

Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 12 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all product content here at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader find exactly what they are looking for. So whether it's the latest driver, irons, putter or laser rangefinder, Joel has his finger on the pulse keeping up to date with the latest releases in golf. He is also responsible for all content on irons and golf tech, including distance measuring devices and launch monitors.


One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 3.2.


Joel's current What's In The Bag? 

Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9° 

Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15° 

Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18° 

Irons: Ping i230 4-UW

Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM8, 54°. Titleist Vokey SM9 60° lob wedge, K Grind

Putter: Evnroll ER2V 

Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x

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