Both iron sets perform identically on launch monitor data and target golfers looking for feel with added forgiveness, but Takomo provides unbeatable value at £590 compared to McLaren's £2,500+ price point.
Their scorecard
Forgiveness: 4/5 — Hollow-head support and wider sole
Feel: 4/5 — Satisfying strike with great feedback
Distance: 4/5 — Identical launch data to McLaren
What they rate
Takomo provides identical distance and launch performance for under £600
McLaren offers sleek tour-inspired visual profile behind the ball
What they don’t
McLaren irons show aesthetic wear quickly and cost up to £2,900
Takomo has a slightly wider sole and thicker top-line offset
Both iron sets perform identically on launch monitor data and target golfers looking for feel with added forgiveness, but Takomo provides unbeatable value at £590 compared to McLaren's £2,500+ price point.
Takomo provides identical distance and launch performance for under £600
McLaren offers sleek tour-inspired visual profile behind the ball