7 Best Golf Irons 2018

It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or an expert in golf. Today, we are listing the best game improvement irons 2018 and the best player's irons that you need to know about.

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We all know that there is no golfer who doesn't want a proper hit with a proper golf iron. Nowadays, there are so many irons that are labeled 'best golf irons 2018' - but only a few live up to the expectations of the skilled, experienced and knowledgeable golfer.
If you hate irons but love drivers, this is maybe the greatest invention ever.Jacob

3 Quick Tips Everyone Should Know Before Buying New Irons

  • Forged or Cast?

    2 different production types dominate the market since years. Forged and Cast. Both types come with advantages and disadvantages. Make sure you understand them before you buy!
    Forged Irons represent the more expensive and "professional" version of irons. Since they are created out of a single hot piece of metal a forged iron looks very solid.
    Cast Irons however are created by pouring hot metal into a mould creating every possible form of irons heads. The whole process makes it easier to later add different materials and also has a much cheaper price to it.

  • Blade or Cavity Back?

    Blade Irons are formed like a ...well, like a blade! The face of the iron is very thin and has a smaller sweet spot compared to cavity back irons. Due to the evenly distributed weight in the head it is easier to curve shots. Low handicappers often choose blade irons and I'd NEVER recommend them to an amateur!
    Cavity Back Irons basically has most of its weight distributed on the perimeter. You'll find mid to high handicappers playing with these irons since the forgiveness of these irons is 10 times higher compared to blade irons. The larger sweet spot is probably the most important factor making them the "easier" choice for most players.

  • Steel or Graphite Shaft?

    You may already know that Steel Shafts are the most common shaft used in golf. The metal has a low price, great flexibility and durability making it perfect for its job as a golf iron shaft. Graphite Shafts however come with the advantage of its super lightweight nature and especially the extreme flexibility generating a lot of swing speed for players with low swing speeds. But this does come with a cost. Consistency.

  • Try, test and practice

    Always try before you buy, visit demo days of club companies and invest time in your new clubs!

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Top 7 best irons 2018


 
 
If you are looking at the best golf irons for mid handicapper 2018, you will certainly notice that the Cobra F-Max golf iron pops out in every list. According to many, this is the lightest iron ever - a feature that makes golf more playable for golfers who need a little help.
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PRO

  • The "One Length" feature is extremely good for beginners and high handicappers
  • Great for seniors and women

CON

  • "One Length" may feel weird for experienced players
Overall Rating
90%

 
 
Next on the list of the best golf irons 2018 is a model by Titleist - the 718 AP1 Iron Set that includes more than just your everyday iron. This new model is made of graphite and features an amazing design which makes it fit the category of best golf irons for mid handicapper 2018.
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PRO

  • Best for mid handicappers if you want to play the 718 family
  • One of the longest irons on the list
  • Titleist quality

CON

  • Not meant for beginners
Overall Rating
92%

 
 
One of Cleveland engineers summarized this iron perfectly: "A nice looking, high performing iron geared towards game improvement." Click "Expand" to find out why it really is so good.

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PRO

  • V-Shaped Sole Technology
  • Grooves in grooves
  • High ball flight
  • Cleveland Irons!

CON

  • Didn't find any
Overall Rating
82%

 
 

It all started with Bryson Dechambeau switching to one lenght Cobra Irons and then winning on the PGA Tour. If you are interested in new golf irons coming soon 2018 click "expand to read more".

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PRO

  • Best beginner irons 2018 due to one length
  • First generation problems fixed
  • Comes with Cobra Connect

CON

  • Switching to one length feels weird for some time
Overall Rating
89%

 
 
Mizuno also made its move with a new model that is definitely reserving a place in the list of high quality irons for this year, 2018, your year! It is the MP-18 multi-material construction golf iron set that we are talking about - completely redefined and with its boundaries pushed to the very maximum.
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PRO

  • Great choice for blade - beginners
  • Slightly larger head. Therefore easier to play for high handicappers
  • Boron-powerered Technology

CON

  • Didn't find any noticable
Overall Rating
89%

 
 
With a little bit more perimeter weight and a cavity like back Callaway came out with their newest addition to the forged Iron family, the Callaway 2018 X Forged Iron.
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PRO

  • Amazing spin
  • Very rewarding on good hits
  • Beautiful iron
  • Progressive CG

CON

  • Little to no forgiveness
Overall Rating
82%

 
 
The P790 irons are positioned right between the M - series which is for the high handicappers and the P - range designed for very good players making these a great choice for mid handicappers trying to improve even more!

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PRO

  • Look incredible
  • Best choice for 20 - 25 handicappers
  • Speed foam technology

CON

  • A bit pricey
Overall Rating
82%

The Infographic

I thought I'd be interesting to see which clubs the best PGA players in the world are playing so I created his little infographic for you. Feel free to share it!

A Final Word

In the end, all of these products utilize new technologies and are proven to change things when it comes to mid handicapper and beginner issues. Whichever you choose - you are making a great decision! We hope that this guide helped you see what the best golf irons 2018 on the market look like - and how to choose the best among the best game improving irons. Hopefully we brought the best golf iron reviews 2018 to you again (last year's article was an amazing and you loved it).
Are you ready to shop?🏌️⛳

2 Comments on “7 Best Golf Irons 2018”

  1. Love it Jacob!
    I tried the Cobra F8 One Length last week and it took me about 2 hours to get used to them. Should I get them?

    1. Hey Stephen,
      glad you liked the article!
      You can always opt in for the normal Cobra F8 but if you feel great playing the One Length version, sure, go for them! Great choice.
      Jacob

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