Robot testing confirms these 2024 irons are exceptional in 2 areas

For as often as we highlight irons with stupendous ball speeds and generous sweetspots, it’s important to remember the golfers who possess a single-digit handicap and don’t necessarily need all the bells and whistles that come with a game-improvement or players-distance offering.

For the golfer who knows their carry numbers — an additional 5-10 yards isn’t needed — and prioritizes workability and control above all else, we offer a list of models designed to do that.

As you’ll notice below, the Golf Laboratories swing robot found 5 irons that possess a high launch angle and high spin rate, two things needed to work the ball on command — provided ball-striking is one of your strong suits. Muscleback and smaller cavity-back irons offer little off-center ball speed retention, so you need to know what you’re doing before springing for something with a noticeably compact profile.

If you’re a better player, this robotic insights report is most definitely for you. Let’s go to the numbers.

(How we calculate: Each 7-iron is tested at 80 mph using three-point face mapping. We hit six balls from each location on the face — heel, toe and geometric center — and then came up with an average launch angle and spin rate based on the 18 strikes.)

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Mizuno Pro 241 | 21.1 degrees (launch angle) and 6,630 RPMs (spin rate)

Wilson Staff Model Blade | 20 degrees and 6,690 RPMs

Wilson Staff Model CB | 19.9 degrees and 6,592 RPMs

Ping Blueprint T | 20.5 degrees and 6,477 RPMs

PING Blueprint T Custom Irons

For the accomplished golfer who relies on control and precision, Blueprint T delivers a single-piece, 8620 carbon steel forging that puts a premium on workability, trajectory control and superb feel. SHORTER HEEL-FACE Allows the hosel transition to blend smoothly into the top rail, creating a clean, distraction-free appearance at address. The narrow soles enable consistent turf interaction from all conditions. MOI BOOSTED Save for the slight MOI boost from tungsten toe screw and tip weights, it’s a purely forged iron, concentrating mass through the impact zone to ensure a pleasing sound and feel with the workability to take on any shot. Jockey Tip: The lofts match the Blueprint S and i230 irons to allow golfers to create blended sets within PING’s precision iron offerings.

$221.50 from Fairway Jockey

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Ping Blueprint S | 20.3 degrees and 6,550 RPMs

PING Blueprint S Custom Irons

Developed following extensive testing with PING’s top tour pros to meet their “must haves” — control and precision — Blueprint S delivers the score-lowering performance demanded by the best players in the world. COMPACT SHAPE The compact shape fits the discerning eye with a thin top line and minimal offset. The 8620 carbon steel head boasts a clean cavity design, distinguished by an eye-catching forged textured pattern and hydropearl 2.0 chrome finish. PRECISION POCKET FORGING This patented forging technique allows PING to forge a pocket into the cavity of the 3, 4 and 5 irons. The pocket saves 10 grams of weight, which is re-allocated to increase the MOI and optimize the center of gravity position for more distance and trajectory control.

$221.50 from Fairway Jockey

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