Best Srixon Irons 2024

Founded in 1996, Srixon has grown rapidly to become one of the most trusted manufacturers on tour. And if you needed an indication on the quality of equipment the brand produces, then look no further than the illustrious list of names who currently use Srixon balls and clubs, including former major winners Shane Lowry, Hideki Matsuyama and Brooks Koepka. While the brand is perhaps best known for its excellent range of golf balls, they also produce some of the best golf irons on the market to rival the best TaylorMade irons and best Titleist irons, often coming in at a slightly lower price point too. 

And knowing how to choose golf irons is an important thing to get right, considering how many slots they take up in your bag and how much you use them on the course compared to your woods, driver and putter. But that's where Srixon's fantastic range of irons steps in, and akin to some of the best Srixon golf balls that cater to all types of players, Srixon has produced an excellent range of irons where every kind of player will find a model that's right for them.

In this guide, we've put compiled the best Srixon golf irons on the market right now. For further reading, why not also take a closer look at some of our insightful guides to the best irons for low handicappers, best distance irons and most forgiving golf irons too.

The Quick List

Best Srixon Irons

Best for wide range

If you’re looking for one of the best compact distance irons, Srixon’s ZX5 Mk II is be one of the leading contenders that you should certainly consider. Compared to the previous ZX5 irons, which were very impressive, the ZX5 MK II looks a lot busier on the back, advertising an updated MainFrame design, a variable thickness pattern of grooves on its face and several cavities to maximize face flexing on impact.

At address, it offers a very compact appearance that will definitely appeal to better players looking for one of the best irons for low handicappers. During my testing sessions, I found it really did sit in between the ZX7 MK II and ZX4 MK II for distance, ball speed and spin. But what most will enjoy about this club is the feel it delivers, offering a hint of softness but much more 'zing' off the face compared to what's on offer in the ZX7, making it one of the best golf irons for the impact experience it offers. 

Turf interaction was seriously impressive too, especially in wet conditions, where you can feel the Tour V.T. sole working to keep the leading edge up as it cuts through the ground. Ultimately, it isn't leaps above the previous ZX5 model, but has fine-tuned a lot of the things its predecessor got right to make the ZX5 MK II am appealing prospect for the avid but inconsistent club golfer. 

• Read our full Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons Review

Most forgiving

The Srixon ZX4 Mk II irons are the largest and most forgiving in the new ZX Mk II range. Visually, it proves to be a huge makeover from the original ZX4 irons and Srixon has made a seriously good looking club here. But despite the cosmetic upgrades, some things have stayed the same, with the ZX4 retaining a hollow-headed construction. It comes with a thinner top line than before, which might appeal to a slightly lower handicap range this time around. 

In terms of performance, the highlight of this club is how forgiving it is. The ZX4 iron is long, but it doesn’t get away from you unexpectedly, and it boasts the off-center forgiveness that can rescue your shot when you make a poor swing. It feels fantastic, energetic and solid, yet stable and it was up there as one of the best impact experiences from an iron that we've had in a long time. Srixon says this is down to the new PureFrame design that is forged into the body of the iron that reduces unwanted vibrations. Distance was also great and impressed us a lot considering this is a game improvement iron.

• Read our full Srixon ZX4 MKII Review

Best workable model

Srixon didn't need to do a lot to reinvent the wheel when replacing the previous ZX7 iron but they've certainly delivered an upgrade in this playable forged iron. Visually, it is an excellent looking club that, at address, is both compact and inviting and looks noticeably larger than some of the best blade irons on the market but will still appeal to mid-handicappers and better players. In fact, when struck well, this club can take on the likes of the Ping i230 and TaylorMade P770, delivering a few extra yards in comparison to those models due to slightly stronger lofts. 

The feel is lively in comparison to a blade and the sound is also excellent, yet it lacks a lot of forgiveness, as you might expect from a forged iron. It also has a flatter ball flight, which seems to exaggerate the effect of mishits and doesn't offer a lot of stability. Yet, for those with fast swing speeds and experience playing with their long irons, these clubs are a fantastic tool that can help you send the ball much further than you're accustomed to. Ultimately, this is one of the best irons for low handicap golfers and we certainly think better players should include the ZX7 Mk II on their shortlist. 

• Read our full Srixon ZX7 MKII Review

Best for higher handicaps

The Srixon ZX5 Irons offer a varied blend of performance attributes that are combined under a fantastic club design which makes this one of the best irons for high handicap golfers. Launched alongside the original ZX5, this club boasts a very slick stainless steel design that has a pleasantly thin top line despite it being a club that is more suitable for higher handicappers. The sole of the club is a bit wider and that helps to offer more confidence at the address with a slightly offset clubhead. It is consistent with other compact mid handicap irons we have tested and it's filled in cavity back looks stunning but also helps to deliver a great feel on impact.

ZX5 maintained excellent carry yardages too during our testing sessions and off-center hits were very forgiving too, particularly on heel and toe strikes. That forgiveness also comes from the pronounced Tour VT sole on the base of the club that adds a ridge along the sole to stop the club digging into the ground excessively, improving interaction with the turf. In terms of ball flights, the ZX5 delivers high, straight and stable ball flights too. 

• Read our full Srixon ZX5 Irons Review

Best looking

Akin to the Srixon ZX7 MKII the original offering delivers accomplished golfers a stunning, compact club head as well as fantastic playability across the full suite of irons. It comes with a pleasing topline that is definitely more appealing to better players who want to see a slightly smaller head. Looking at performance, the club is one of the best distance clubs on the market but does come with a low ball flight. 

Equally, while it is not totally forgiving, off-center hits on the ZX7 did show some losses in performance and that is expected from a forged iron. Yet, the soft feel face delivers excellent feedback on all kinds of strikes. But that will ultimately appeal to more experienced players looking for more distance and responsiveness when they strike the ball. 

• Read our full Srixon ZX7 Iron Review

How we test 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. We usually attend product launches first and then talk with manufacturers as well as research and development experts to understand the new technologies. 

From there we test irons indoors first in a controlled environment. This is so we can get some basic data with simulators, launch monitors and premium golf balls. This is a good way for us to compare iron performance with other models and see where they fit, or who they would benefit. We then head outdoors to test irons on practice facilities and out on the golf course. We do this to be as comprehensive as possible and seeing how irons perform in different conditions, different lies, and how they perform when they are actually used regularly. 

The final element worth mentioning here is no manufacturer can buy a good review because we base our conclusions on how the testing went and our experiences. We then look to be as honest and insightful as possible to you, the audience.

How to choose a new set of irons

Your irons take up the most slots in your bag, and during a round of golf, you'll rely on these clubs more than perhaps your woods, driver or putter. For that reason, it is vitally important to ensure when buying a new set of irons that you get the right clubs for your needs as a golfer. And as it can be quite hard to find the right set of clubs, with golf irons coming in a variety of builds, shapes and sizes; we've set out some handy tips below that will help guide you in your buying decision. 

Consider your handicap and ability 

Having an understanding on your game and which irons perhaps might best suit you is a good place to start. 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.

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. Most retailers or club professionals can do custom fitting sessions these days so we always recommend them to find out what clubs will best suit you.

Aesthetics

Aesthetics may not be the most important thing to think about when buying a new set of irons, but they are definitely something every golfer should think about when buying new clubs. Good aesthetics, and a design that you are comfortable with, will inspire more confidence when you address the golf ball. Any advantage you can get over the golf course is a bonus and if you're playing with a club that looks big when you set up and makes you feel like you're going to hit a good shot then that is a huge bonus. 

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 Srixon irons - those that provide most distance and forgiveness - you'll be looking around $900 for a set.

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.

FAQs

If Srixon isn't for you, don't worry as we have guides on some of the best club manufacturers in the business. So why not check out our guides to the best Cobra irons, the best Callaway irons and the best Ping irons.