Reviewers agree the TaylorMade P790 irons deliver blazing speed, maximum distance, and a butter-soft forged feel packaged in a sleek players look at address, earning a solid 89 median score. However, testers split on the execution, citing potential low-spin flyers, aggressive lofts that create distance gaps, and limitations in shot shaping and distance control.
Strong consensus: 15 of 17 recommend. 17 reviews from 8 creators. 15 positive, 2 mixed. Reviewer scores (0–100): median 89.
Where reviewers agree
Each theme groups reviews that make the same point. The lines under it are each reviewer’s point, summarised from their video — not direct quotes.
What reviewers praise
Butter-soft forged feel and solid sound — Praised in 8 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Superior soft feel at impact (4:33)
James Robinson Golf: Premium forged feel with SpeedFoam technology (0:30)
Club Champion: Noticeably improved sound and feel consistency (0:23)
Sleek, timeless players look at address — Praised in 7 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Timeless and modern aesthetic (2:20)
Club Champion: Thinner topline provides a more aspirational look (0:23)
H.I.T GOLF: Timeless and sleek aesthetic (0:21)
Blazing speed and maximum distance — Praised in 7 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Fastest ball speeds in the comparison (4:33)
trottiegolf: Incredible distance/power for a mid-sized head (5:02)
trottiegolf: Maximum distance and ball speed (0:10)
Forgiving on mis-hits, saves low strikes — Praised in 7 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Speed slot significantly aids performance on low-face strikes (4:33)
H.I.T GOLF: Exceptional forgiveness on off-center hits (2:20)
James Robinson Golf: Through-Slot Speed Pocket preserves speed on low strikes (21:39)
Tight dispersion and dialed-in launch — Praised in 4 reviews
James Robinson Golf: Exceptional 2-yard front-to-back distance dispersion (0:30)
Alex Etches Golf: Extremely tight dispersion (roughly 5 yards either side) (0:25)
James Robinson Golf: Optimal flighted CG delivers precise launch and spin control (21:39)
Where they push back
Low spin and flyer distances — Raised in 7 reviews
trottiegolf: Lower spin than traditional blades (5:02)
Club Champion: Faster face might produce flyers for high-speed players (0:23)
Alex Etches Golf: Spin rates on 7-iron can be low (under 5,500 RPM) (0:25)
Stronger lofts and distance gaps — Raised in 5 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Stronger lofts contribute to distance gaps for some players (4:33)
Club Champion: Stronger lofts may require gapping adjustments (0:23)
Alex Etches Golf: Lofts are 0.5 degrees stronger than the previous generation (0:25)
Distance control and shot shaping limitations — Raised in 4 reviews
trottiegolf: Can be too powerful for precision distance control (5:02)
Alex Etches Golf: High MOI makes it harder to shape shots (0:10)
Hannah Holden Golf: Can launch too high for some high-spin players (6:56)
Aesthetics and feel preferences — Raised in 4 reviews
H.I.T GOLF: Chrome finish might show wear or date quickly (4:33)
H.I.T GOLF: Hollow-body feel isn't for everyone (2:20)
Alex Etches Golf: Thick top line might deter pure blade fans (0:10)
Minor performance drop-offs and updates — Raised in 3 reviews
trottiegolf: Not widely used by PGA Tour pros (3:14)
Today's Golfer: Very incremental changes from previous version (14:18)
Will it fix your miss?
Low point / fat: 9 of 17 say it helps · 4 partial
Face control: 4 of 17 say it helps · 6 partial
Every verdict
Each reviewer’s point, summarised from their video.
H.I.T GOLF: The category benchmark delivering the best combination of high ball speed, soft feel, and low-face forgiveness. — positive, 92/100. THE TRUTH: Takomo v TaylorMade v Titleist (210K views, at 4:33) · Intermediate · Low Handicap
Club Champion: A refined player-distance iron delivering a 24% larger sweet spot, consistent gapping, and a tour-preferred sound and feel. — positive, 92/100. NEW TAYLORMADE P·790 REVIEW (73K views, at 0:23) · Intermediate · Advanced
Alex Etches Golf: A versatile player's distance iron that balances high ball speeds with a surprisingly tight dispersion and elite shelf appeal. — positive, 92/100. JUST THE SAME?! | TaylorMade P790 Irons 2025 (52K views, at 0:25) · All Golfers · Intermediate
Alex Etches Golf: A high-distance player's iron that provides significant forgiveness for its profile, though it sacrifices some workability. — positive, 82/100. TaylorMade P790 Irons Review (49K views, at 0:10) · Low To Mid Handicap · Advanced
trottiegolf: A high-launching distance powerhouse that skilled players may outgrow due to low spin and unpredictable flyers. — mixed, 65/100. 13 Signs you've outgrown your distance Irons (45K views, at 0:10) · Mid Handicap · Distance Seekers
H.I.T GOLF: Arguably the best-looking iron in the category with a timeless design that stays modern for years. — positive, 80/100. The BEST irons that you NEED 👀 (34K views, at 0:21) · Mid Handicap · All Golfers
Hannah Holden Golf: The top performer in distance and launch consistency when tested at 30 degrees. — positive, 90/100. Is Loft Jacking Ruining Golf?! (33K views, at 6:56) · Mid Handicap · All Golfers
How this page is made: each reviewer’s verdict, pros and cons, sentiment, score and launch numbers are machine-extracted from their video — summarised, not quoted word for word. The themes are machine-grouped and the intro is machine-written from those summaries. We have not tested this product ourselves. Updated Aug 2026.