Best Mizuno Irons 2026
Mizuno are known for producing some of the best irons on the market. Here, we take a look at some of them.
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Known for making some of the best golf irons in the game, some people would argue Mizuno set the standards for iron production and design. Those with lower handicappers are likely to bang this drum - Mizuno's selection of what we call 'player's irons' is arguably second to none, known for their stunning looks, buttery feel and wonderful feedback through the strike.
The Japanese company is famed for its Grain Flow Forging process carried out at its Chuo facility in Hiroshima. Although Mizuno is best known for producing classic, players’ irons, offering superb levels of feel and workability, it also produces some of the most forgiving irons and best game improvement irons on the market most notably thanks to their Hot Metal range which are known for the forgiveness on offer. No matter your handicap, there'll be a set of irons in this guide that suits your game. Below, we have tested and outlined the best Mizuno irons in the current range, including models that cater to a wide range of abilities.
The Quick List
The JPX925 is exceptional choice if you're looking for that signature Mizuno feel but still want the extra distance help when you don't catch it perfectly out of the middle of the face.
The JPX925 HM achieves a great balance between feel and forgiveness. They deliver a lively strike that remains remarkably smooth, providing tactile information on off-center hits without becoming harsh or costly in terms of end result.
If you’re looking for shelf appeal that matches elite performance, the Pro S-3 is a standout. It’s a pure player's iron with a slim, minimalist look that sits beautifully behind the ball.
One for the purists - a muscle-back iron that demands an elite level of ball-striking to truly unlock its potential. With its compact blade length and razor-thin topline, the Pro S-1 offers unmatched workability and feedback.
An impressive performer in all areas, notably looks and stability of ball flight, that provides compelling value in the game improvement market for players who are comfortable buying a set of irons online.
The Mizuno M-13 is an impeccably crafted iron that delivers a soft feel with exceptional aesthetic refinement and is a great choice for the accomplished ball strikers who are in need of a bag refresh for 2026.
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The Mizuno M-15 is a very strong, refined offering in the players' distance iron category, offering users high-speed performance across the set while uniquely maintaining a soft, solid feel.
The JPX925 Hot Metal Pro is the perfect middle ground for golfers who want to cheat a little on distance. It looks like a pure player's iron at address, but the Contour Ellipse face tells a different story once you hit it.
Best Mizuno Irons
Top pick
We were blown away by the performance on offer from the JPX925 forged irons when we tested them earlier this year. They combine the feel of a one-piece iron with the speed of a hollow-bodied player's distance iron resulting in one of the best golf irons of 2025.
Tester Joe described the distance on offer as 'explosive', which can only be a good thing. He states that "any golfer looking for a distance boost without compromising feel should look no further." Why? Exceptional, premium feel, eye-catching looks and surprisingly good levels of forgiveness are just a few of the reasons.
Mizuno achieve the distance gain thanks to the ‘Contour Elipse Face’ - essentially a multi-thickness face that has been designed to optimize ball speed across the entire face, ensuring consistent performance even on off-center strikes. At address, it looks like you're holding one of the best low handicap irons on the market but without having to opt for the less forgiving bladed irons or the slightly intimidating looks. The JPX923 irons were some of our favorite irons in recent years and it was going to be a tough test for Mizuno to follow them up - they've somehow managed to do so with flying colors.
- Read our full Mizuno JPX 925 Forged Iron Review
Best for high-handicaps
The JPX925 Hot Metal is another solid offering from Mizuno, providing lovely impact feel for players. It's a lively feel without feeling too harsh, a common critique of some game improvement irons, and provides positive feedback on mishit efforts.
As with almost all of Mizuno's iron offerings, this is a beautiful club to look at. The head is shaped wonderfully and the clubs sits nicely behind the ball at address which will only help the confidence levels of players, no matter their ability.
Mizuno have added a ‘Balance Stability Frame’ for improved control and forgiveness along with some new ‘Acoustic Sound Ribs’ for, you guessed it, better acoustics. The Hot Metal of previous years had a 'clicky' sound to it, but no longer. We did notice a few ‘jumpy’ outliers during our testing, but they were infrequent - the only real critique we have for an otherwise solid set of irons.
- Read our full Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal Iron Review
Best players cavity
Mizuno are not only known for making some of the best golf irons, they're also renowned for producing some of the best looking iron sets on the market - the Pro S3 is a prime example of that.
Mizuno say these irons were designed with two main objectives - feel and control. The feel is stunning - a perfect combination between the typical soft touch of Mizuno irons and flawless, pleasing turf interaction thanks to the newly added triple-cut sole.
Be warned that there isn't much forgiveness on offer here, but the players who this iron is aimed at should know this already. Mizuno have created the Pro S3 with the pure ball striker in mind, and they'll love what they've produced. This is an iron that will let you know and tell you off for a bad strike, but when hit out of the center I found the feedback to be just short of euphoric.
- Read our full Mizuno Pro S3 Iron Review
Best blade
The Pro S-1 blades are made solely for the talented ball strikers among us. There are no visual aids for confidence building at address, to thick top line or sole - this is a pure out-and-out performance iron designed for the best golfers out there who don't need much forgiveness but who want a workable, consistent iron.
The S-1 irons come with a new soft white satin finish that is designed to complement the refined aesthetic, but also to reduce glare - it does it's job to a T whilst also giving the irons a premium look that just oozes class.
There aren't many irons on the market that deliver better feel and feedback thanks to Mizuno's Grain Flow Forged HD process - The inclusion of a copper underlay to the 1025E Pure Select Mild Carbon Steel is specifically added to produce only the purest, most satisfying feedback. Complemented by some nice, slippery turf interaction, the impact feel is otherworldly. The ball feels like it's almost melting into the face at impact.
Those who have the ability to do so can also really work these irons both ways whilst high spin levels and consistent carry numbers were a constant during testing, simply proving how good this set of blades really are.
- Read our full Mizuno Pro S-1 Iron Review
Best value
The Mizuno MX Speed Metal arrives as a 'secret' game improvement iron - We never received the usual press release, nor was it listed on the Mizuno website. Its designed for the budget-conscious golfer seeking elite performance without the premium price tag. Positioned as a more affordable, online-only alternative to the popular JPX925 series, it features an unfussy, confidence-inspiring look with a generous heel-to-toe length.
Technologically, the iron is powered by a Seamless Cup Face that creates a deeper center of gravity for a higher launch and increased ball speeds. This is complemented by a multi-thickness Cortech Face to preserve distance on off-center hits and internal 'Acoustic Sound Ribs' designed to deliver the signature soft feel and muted sound the brand is known for. The result is a high-launch profile that provides the stability and forgiveness required for a broad range of mid-to-high handicap players.
On the course, the MX Speed Metal delivered a remarkably stable ball flight and a pleasant, lively sensation at impact that avoids the harshness often found in value-tier irons. We were left very impressed post-testing, with the MX Speed Metal holding its line admirably on mishits and offering a steep descent angle to help with stopping power on the greens. With very little trade-off in raw performance compared to Mizuno’s flagship models, it stands out as an exceptional value option for players shopping in the game improvement category.
- Read our full Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal Irons Review
Best for ball strikers
The Mizuno M-13 irons, the successor to the popular Pro 243, are designed as a "Modern Series" player's cavity back that bridges the gap between traditional blades and player's distance irons. Aimed at low-handicap and scratch golfers, these irons feature an impeccably crafted tour-inspired profile with a Nickel Chrome Satin Brush finish to reduce glare and our without doubt one of the best looking blades money can buy. Despite their compact look, the set is engineered to provide a sophisticated level of stability and forgiveness, ensuring that even off-center hits maintain playable trajectories.
The tech story of the M-13 is a unique three-part forging strategy tailored to the specific needs of each club in the bag. The long irons (4-5) utilize a thinned 'Contour Ellipse' face, roughly 35% thinner than previous models, to maximize ball speed and launch. The mid irons (6-8) feature a specialized micro-slot construction for controlled distance, while the short irons and wedges are forged from a single piece of 1025 Elite steel to prioritize the precision and soft feel required for scoring.
On the course, the M-13 delivers the signature Mizuno feel which is enhanced by a copper underlay and Harmonic Impact Technology to fine-tune sound and vibration. During our testing, the data across the set remains remarkably consistent despite the varied construction, offering predictable yardages and excellent turf interaction thanks to a Triple Cut sole. While it doesn't represent a radical jump in raw distance over its predecessor, it stands out as a top-tier refinement for players seeking a beautiful, high-performing iron that remains one of the best golf blades you can get your hands on.
- Read our full Mizuno M-13 Iron Review
Best compact distance
The M-15 irons, succeeding the Pro 245, are the flagship players' distance offering in the brand’s 2026 releases. Designed to provide a significant boost in speed and playability, they maintain a sophisticated, tour-inspired profile that will appeal to low-to-mid handicappers. Despite their hollow-body construction, the M-15s are remarkably refined, featuring a slimmer footprint and thinner topline than their predecessor to ensure they look as good in the bag as they perform when gliding through the turf.
Getting into the tech side of things, the M-15 set utilizes a progressive construction to optimize performance across the bag. The 4- through 8-irons feature a high-strength Grain Flow Forged 4135+ Chromoly Contoured Ellipse face, paired with over 50 grams of suspended tungsten weighting to generate high launch and maximum stability. As the set moves into the scoring clubs (9-GW), it transitions into a partial hollow 1025E Grain Flow Forging, prioritizing the precision, trajectory control, and soft feel required for attacking flags.
As a result, the M-15 delivers explosive distance for us during testing during both indoor and outdoor sessions. Hollow-body distance irons can sometimes have a 'poppy', uncontrollable launch, but we never experienced it with these irons. While the lofts are strong (7-iron comes in at 29°) the internal weighting ensures a high peak height and steep descent angle to ensure stopping power which will help you hold greens effectively. All of this combined with Mizuno's typically buttery turf interaction, the M-15 offers a premium blend of speed and feel, making it one of the best distance irons on the market and arguably the best looking.
- Read our full Mizuno M-15 Iron Review
Best for mid-handicaps
There are a lot of carryovers from the JPX925 Hot Metal irons to the 'Pro' version - both good and bad.
Firstly, they look fantastic. There's enough 'chunk' in the head of the club to inspire confidence for the mid-handicapper but they don't look too chunky, instead sitting nicely behind the ball. They please the eye from the golf bag too, as do many Mizuno irons. The acoustics have also improved from the previous JPX923 irons, as has the feel - both went from critiques of previous iterations to strengths of the latest offerings.
However, like the regular Hot Metal irons we found a couple of 'jumpy' shots snuck into our data during testing - a few shots came off the face hotter and with less spin than they should leading to increased yardage, which in a ‘better player’ iron was something of a concern.
- Read our full Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal Pro Iron Review
How we test irons
Our testing 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 our new Golf Monthly Performance Lab. This takes place at our office just outside London, 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.
Our review process is simple: we test gear where it matters - on the range and on the course in every type of weather. We have a strict impartiality policy, meaning no brand can buy a good review. Every conclusion we reach comes from our own experience and the raw data we collect. Our goal is to provide honest, unfiltered insights so you can make an informed decision based on performance, not marketing hype
How to choose irons
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
Know your budget before you fall in love with a set of clubs. For a solid set of seven cavity-back irons that offer distance and forgiveness, expect to spend between $750 and $950 these days. If you’re looking at the top end of the spectrum for forged blades or players' distance irons, prices jump significantly, often crossing the $1,200 mark. While it’s a bigger investment, you’re paying for the premium craftsmanship and precision feedback that only a forged product can deliver.
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.
While the prospect of a custom fitting can be intimidating for beginners or those who feel self-conscious about their swing, it remains an essential step in optimizing your equipment. To maximize the efficiency of your session, we recommend arriving with a curated shortlist of three or four iron models that align with your aesthetic preferences.
FAQs
Do any golf pros use Mizuno irons?
A number of Tour professionals use Mizuno irons, with the brand one of the most recognized on the professional circuit. Pros that use the clubs include former World No.1 Luke Donald and PGA Tour winner, Keith Mitchell.
Are Mizuno irons the best?
Mizuno irons are widely regarded as some of the very best because of the feel they provide and the consistency of the distance on offer. The brand always has a wide choice available to suit different abilities, usually split into the technology-packed JPX series and the MP or Mizuno Pro series, which is more feel/looks orientated and aimed more at the lower handicapper.
Why do Mizuno irons feel so good?
Mizuno's Grain Flow Forged HD process is one of the most precise around, tightly packing the grains of the metal together for the ultimate ball striking experience. Mizuno is able to forge with additional materials, like Chromoly and Boron, to achieve stronger metals that can be forged into thinner faces and offer more speed.
However, if you aren't a fan of Mizuno and prefer other brands that are available, then why not check out some of the best Titleist irons, best Callaway irons, best Ping irons or even the best TaylorMade irons.
