The Ping i500 irons are beautiful player-distance irons that deliver a high launch, low spin and impressive distance.
The Titleist T200 irons are also very good looking, offering similar launch and spin characteristics.
We will now take a deeper look at the technical specs of each set, and summarize what most reviewers are saying about them. Let’s get started.
Ping i500 Irons vs Titleist T200 Irons - Loft Comparison
| Product Name | Ping i500 Irons | Titleist T200 Irons |
3 Iron | 18.0° | N/A |
4 Iron | 21.0° | 21.0° |
5 Iron | 24.0° | 24.0° |
6 Iron | 27.0° | 27.0° |
7 Iron | 30.5° | 30.0° |
8 Iron | 35.0° | 34.0° |
9 Iron | 40.0° | 38.0° |
Pitching Wedge | 45.0° | 43.0° |
Gap Wedge | 50.0° | 48.0° |
There are a couple of things to note regarding the lofts.
1 – The Titleist T200 set doesn’t include a 3 iron – Most people probably play a 3 hybrid or a 5 wood rather than a 3 iron, but it’s still worth pointing out.
2 – The Ping i500 3 Iron Is A Monster – The loft of the i500 3 iron is 18.0 degrees. This is 0.5 degress lower than the Ping G410 3 hybrid which has a standard loft of 18.5 degrees. In other words, if you are confident with low irons, you could potentially eliminate the need for a 3 hybrid, and game a 5 wood instead. The 5 wood should be about 10 yards longer and launch a bit higher than a standard 3 hybrid.
3 – The Shorter Irons In the T200 Set Have Stronger Lofts than the i500s – From the 4 iron to the 7 iron, the i500’s and the T200’s have very similar lofts. However, when you get to the 8 iron, things change quite significantly. The 9 iron, pitching wedge and gap wedge of the T200’s are all 2 degrees stronger than the i500 equivalents, while the 8 iron is 1 degree stronger. In theory, this means that from the 8 iron to the gap wedge, the T200’s should launch a bit lower and travel a bit further than the i500’s.
i500 Irons vs T200 Irons - Length Comparison
| Product Name | Ping i500 Irons | Titleist T200 Irons |
3 Iron | 39.50″ | N/A |
4 Iron | 38.875″ | 38.50″ |
5 Iron | 38.25″ | 38.00″ |
6 Iron | 37.72″ | 37.50″ |
7 Iron | 37.00″ | 37.00″ |
8 Iron | 36.50″ | 36.50″ |
9 Iron | 36.00″ | 36.00″ |
Pitching Wedge | 35.50″ | 35.75″ |
Gap Wedge | 35.50″ | 35.50″ |
In terms of length, it’s pretty clear that the i500’s are very similar to the T200’s. The only slight oddity here is that the Pitching wedge and the gap wedge of the i500 set are exactly the same length (35.50″).
Ping i500 vs Titleist T200 - Lie Comparison
| Product Name | Ping i500 Irons | Titleist T200 Irons |
3 Iron | 60.0° | N/A |
4 Iron | 60.5° | 61.0° |
5 Iron | 61.0° | 62.0° |
6 Iron | 61.5° | 62.5° |
7 Iron | 62.0° | 63.0° |
8 Iron | 62.8° | 63.5° |
9 Iron | 63.5° | 64.0° |
Pitching Wedge | 64.1° | 64.0° |
Gap Wedge | 64.1° | 64.0° |
Interestingly, the T200’s have slightly more upright lie angles across the set. All things being equal, the higher lie angle will promote more of a draw shape.
On this point, it’s worth mentioning that the Ping i500 irons come in a blue dot version, which have more upright lie angles than the standard black dot version (featured in this comparison and the lie angle table above).
Titleist T200 Irons - Key Technology
Max Impact Technology
The Max Impact technology in T200 irons means you get maximum speed from nearly any impact point on the face. A unique polymer core developed in partnership with Titleist golf ball R&D provides precise sound and dampening qualities of these golf clubs. This leads to more repeatable distance from shot to shot. See how much better you can play when you hit the number more often.
More Tungsten For Tighter Shot Dispersion
The T200 iron features more tungsten than any other T-Series iron, with an average of 90g in the mid to long irons. That’s over a third of the overall clubhead weight strategically positioned on the heel and toe for outstanding MOI.
Forged L-Face For Incredible Feel
The T200 forged face wraps around the sole to increase ball speed on the lower portion of the clubface. Paired with a progressive set design that moves the CG lower in the long irons, the result is superior ball flight.
Titleist T200 Irons - Pros and Cons
Pros
- They are very good looking
- They are just as long as the i500’s
- The super thin topline may appeal to better players
- A very good option for Titliest fans that want irons that can rival the Ping i500’s and the Taylormade P790’s
Cons
- The shorter irons have very strong lofts
- The toplines of T200’s is very thin. Some players may find it too much like a blade.
- Some players have suggested they feel to much like game improvement irons
- They aren’t the most forgiving player-distance irons
What People Are Saying About the T200's
“Very classy looking. With these you feel you can hit a variety of shots and still get the extra distance. A definite improvement over the AP3s.” Golf Digest Team
“The Titleist T200 irons are the successor to the AP3. Game improvement performance with a more traditional look at address. Serious distance.” PluggedInGolf.com
“The T200 irons are good value for money even if they are not particularly cheap, but then neither are the main competitors, so they are going to have to rely on shelf appeal. This is where the T200 should have an edge as they are a bit more classy looking than AP3.” Golfalot.com
Ping i500 Irons - Key Technology
Powerful Maraging-Steel Face
A forged, C300 maraging-steel face combines with a 17-4 stainless steel body for metal-wood-like performance, resulting in faster ball speeds and much longer, higher-trajectory shots with stopping power.
Muscle-Back Look
The muscle-back geometry helps to hinge the precision-milled, forged, C300 maraging steel face, which flexes, adding dynamic loft while increasing ball speed, trajectory and distanc
Compact Design
The clean, blade-style shape with minimal offset produces so much speed and distance that you’ll be able to hit one less club into greens.
Precision Grooves
The face and grooves are precision-milled to provide a flat surface for ensuring consistent ball speeds and reliable ballstriking.
HydroPearl Chrome 2.0 Finish
This premium finish helps ensure impact consistency and distance control from the rough and wet conditions while adding to the high-end appeal of the club.
Ping i500 Irons - Pros and Cons
Pros
- The i500’s are super long
- They are absolutely gorgeous
- They launch high with relatively low spin
- They can give you good distance control, even into the wind
Cons
- The i500’s are pretty expensive
- They aren’t the most forgiving player-distance irons
- Some players don’t enjoy the sound
- You can lose a bit of feel with the shorter irons
What People Are Saying About the i500 Irons
“Strong lofts, combined with the right shafts, deliver a towering ball flight, extra ball speed and plenty of carry. This is a brilliant hollow design, that sits nicely on the fence between player and game improver models.” TodaysGolfer.co.uk
“If you took the best characteristics of the company’s i200 and G700 irons and melded them, you might get the i500. The iron’s hollow structure and forged, heat-treated, high-strength steel face insert allow for five times the bending of the face at impact compared to a cast iron. This leads to a distance boost with a higher launch angle.” Golfdigest.com
“Ping i500 irons are a compact, blade-style iron with some of the same ball-speed-enhancing technology as the G700 irons for, as Ping describes it, “unprecedented speed, power and distance.” This basically means the metal-wood-like construction and strong lofts (for Ping’s standards) help your 7-iron maintain its typical height and control, but get the distance of a 6-iron.” Golftec.com
