Best Mizuno Irons 2025

Mizuno is a company renowned for legendary craftsmanship, making some of the best golf irons money can buy that often find their way into the bags of non-contracted tour players. It has forged (pardon the pun) a reputation in the low-handicap iron market in particular, becoming synonymous with a soft, pleasing feel at impact. There is a reason the phrase 'nothing feels like a Mizuno is the brand's tag line.

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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. Below, we have tested and outlined the best Mizuno irons in the current range, including models that cater to a wide range of abilities.

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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 premium feel

Mizuno has long been considered one of the foremost crafters of forged blades in the game, and regularly feature at the top of any best golf blade irons list. From a shelf appeal point of view, it doesn’t get much better than the Mizuno Pro 241. The intricate hand forging detail, and the minimalist approach to branding are a thing of beauty. Small touches such as leaving the engraved Mizuno logo unpainted, just give a really classy feel to these irons. Aside from that logo, just a simple ‘Mizuno Pro’ wording adorns the back of one of the cleanest looking clubheads you will see.

The Pro 241 has most certainly been designed with shot shaping and feel in mind as well. Mizuno say that the center mass on these irons delivers a longer lasting sensation through impact and that is something that has been confirmed with feedback from tour players. The idea is to provide more launch and flight with the longer irons and a more manageable, penetrating flight with the short irons.

In terms of performance, the Pro 241 irons are everything you would want them to be. Exceptionally soft at impact, producing a delightfully muted but crisp strike and a clear turf interaction. The data numbers, while conservative, are very consistent. The 7-iron comes in a very traditional loft of 34°, so don't expect vast carries.

• Read our full Mizuno Pro 241 Iron Review

Best compact distance

Despite being Grain-Flow forged like the rest of the Mizuno Pro range, these are hollow body irons equipped with a multi-thickness face for consistent ball speeds even on mishits. Furthermore, a laser welded stainless steel back has been added to help promote launch and also increase ball speeds, which make it one of the most forgiving irons for the mid handicapper.

The players' distance iron category is an interesting one with irons. The TaylorMade P790 has been a standout, as has the Titleist T150, but we feel like the Mizuno Pro 245 blows them both out of the water in regards to aesthetics, but not distance.

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.

• Read our full Mizuno Pro 245 Iron Review

Best for ball-strikers

The Mizuno Pro 243 is what the Japanese brand is calling its ‘Tour Speed’ model and it will be directly replacing the Mizuno Pro 223. Mizuno says that the 243 is the most progressed iron from its predecessor out of the three new models, due to clever design work of the Mizuno R&D team.

Mizuno has introduced a ‘Microslot’ on the longer irons, down to the 7 iron, in order to create a higher energy face designed to summon more launch and faster ball speeds. They have also added a wrap around sole design to improve the turf interaction throughout the set, which is aided by an increased level of bounce ranging from one degree extra in the longer irons to a full two degrees more bounce in the short irons.

We were impressed with the performance in testing but it's in feel and sound where we were really blown away. Due to the V shaped back, sound frequency levels can be really fine tuned, and with sound so closely linked to feel, this fine tuning really enhances both. Whatever frequency Mizuno has found here, they need to keep it! Visually, these irons look fantastic in the bag. The hand finished forgings just ooze craftsmanship and the minimal use of color just adds to the appeal. There are nods to the tech with the little bar in the cavity, but aside from that, they are as clean as it gets.

• Read our full Mizuno Pro 243 Iron Review

Best for higher 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 Irons Review

Best players cavity

A fantastic option for any competent player looking for a little more help versus what's on offer in the bladed Mizuno Pro 221, the JPX923 Tour iron is a stylish addition to the Mizuno family that boasts a compact and shallow cavity. In testing we were taken back by the visuals on offer. It ticks all the right boxes for looks, thanks to its stunning stainless steel design. Behind the ball, it comes with a thinner top line than its predecessor, which will appeal to any low-handicap player.

But dissimilarly to some of the best golf blades, the sizing is pretty generous but remains very compact to the point that you do need to be a talented ball striker to get the most out of these clubs. One of the big highlights on this club was the feel it produced. It was noticeably dense and offered a short sound at impact. It doesn't feel as springy as the Mizuno JPX923 Forged iron, neither does it feel as stable on off-center shots, but it has a larger sweet spot than the Pro 221, making it a little more forgiving.

Turf interaction was good here too thanks to the rounded trailing edge at the rear of the sole, and when struck nicely, distances were solid. We particularly enjoyed the mid-flight and piercing trajectories it offered, where the ball satisfyingly climbs gradually and drops down sharply. Ultimately, Mizuno's have succeeded here in producing a club that both looks and feels like a blade but plays like a cavity backed iron.

• Read our full Mizuno JPX923 Tour 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

Best for beginners

Arguably the most user-friendly irons that Mizuno produce, the JPX925 Hot Metal HL irons provides a heap of forgiveness to any golfer who plays them. The sound and feel are much improved greatly from previous iterations and the turf interaction is exquisite.

Like the other Hot Metal options from Mizuno, these irons sit beautifully behind the ball and will inspire confidence before your swing. Although they are on the thicker side of iron heads, they don't feel chunky at all once over the ball and preparing to swing. Instead, they feel they'll help your ball towards the target rather than hindering thanks to the excellent levels of forgiveness throughout the face.

We're also happy to report that we failed to find any outlying 'flyer' shots during our testing from the HL models as opposed to both the standard Hot Metal and the Hot Metal pro irons.

• Read our full Mizuno JPX925 Hot Metal HL 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 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 irons

As you have seen, the market for Mizuno irons, and the wider golf iron market 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 model 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.

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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.