TaylorMade Qi Iron
Both powerful and forgiving, the Qi irons deliver plenty of distance even on off-center strikes. The feel is rather firm and produces a sound that might be an acquired taste, but all told this is a game improvement iron that provides confidence at address and impressive results once the ball has been hit.
Pros
- Exceptional distance
- Very forgiving
- Good launch considering the strong lofts
Cons
- Not a huge change from the Stealth iron visually
- Quite a firm feel at impact
Ping G440 Iron
Easy to launch, extremely forgiving and long, the Ping G440s impress in the competitive game improvement category. Compared to the previous model the aesthetics are more refined and should appeal to those who like the look of a distance player's iron but still benefit from a larger footprint and plenty of offset.
Pros
- Very easy to get airborne
- High ball speeds
- Much more sophisticated behind-the-ball
Cons
- Some may feel there has been a regression in shelf appeal
