Head to head · irons · 2026
101 Irons takes it 0–1, with 1 tie in the 2 videos that tested both. The clearest split is low point / fat: 8 of 11 say the Series 3 Irons helps, against 10 of 19 for the 101 Irons.
Reviewed by 7 creators across 28 videos · 2 tested both
1 of 2 called it a tie — reviewers who test both usually rate both well. 0 favoured the Series 3 Irons · 1 rated them evenly · 1 favoured the 101 Irons.
Two sentences, generated from where the reviewers actually disagree — and regenerated only when the consensus changes.
Every cell is aggregated from that product’s own reviewers — different people, different rooms, different launch monitors. Read the rows, not a total: nothing here is scored against the other club except by the reviewers who tested both.
| McLaren Golf Series 3 Irons | Takomo 101 Irons | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consensus | Positive lean, 6 of 11 recommend | Strong consensus, 18 of 19 recommend | stronger — 101 Irons |
| How much we know | 11 reviews · 5 creators · median score 62/100 · 11 scored | 19 reviews · 5 creators · median score 88/100 · 19 scored | comparable samples |
| Praised for | Soft feel and exceptional impact acoustics (×9); High forgiveness and straight, consistent ball flight (×7); Sleek look and concealed cavity-back playability (×7); Clean turf interaction from the heel-cut sole (×4) | Stunning looks, sleek player profile (×15); Explosive ball speed and distance gains (×15); Exceptional value and unmatched price (×13); Maximum forgiveness and high launch (×8) | different reasons |
| Pushed back on | Excessive price tag and poor value (×10); Busy styling and polarizing aesthetics (×4); Fragile finish and cosmetic wear (×3) | Limited custom fitting and purchase options (×12); Firm or clicky feel and lack of forged feedback (×9); Chunky profile and thick top line (×5) | different reasons |
| Helps a fat or thin strike | 8 of 11 say it helps · 2 partial | 10 of 19 say it helps · 7 partial | clearer fix — Series 3 Irons |
| Helps face control | 1 of 11 say it helps · 6 partial | 3 of 19 say it helps · 7 partial | similar |
| Helps a slice | 1 of 11 say it helps · 1 partial | 0 of 19 say it helps · 7 partial | clearer fix — Series 3 Irons |
| MSRP | $375 (we don’t show live prices) | — (MSRP not yet verified) |
The receipts. Each of these is one person who had both clubs in the same session — the only place on this page where the two are measured against each other by the same hands. Each line is their verdict, summarised from the video — not a direct quote.
Positive lean · McLaren Golf · iron · 2026 · 11 reviews
Reviewers widely agree that the McLaren Golf Series 3 irons deliver a remarkably soft feel, a sleek profile that hides high forgiveness, and clean turf interaction. However, critics split sharply over the steep $375 price tag, with half the reviewers calling them far too expensive for what they offer while others praise their tight dispersion and luxurious finish.
Read every verdict on the Series 3 Irons
Strong consensus · Takomo · iron · 2023 · 19 reviews
Reviewers agree that the Takomo 101 Irons deliver stunning looks, explosive ball speed, and exceptional value that anchor a strong 88 median score. However, testers split on the experience, noting drawbacks that include a firm feel, limited custom fitting options, and a chunky top line that contrasts with the sleek overall profile.
Read every verdict on the 101 Irons
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