Driver · 2026
Mizuno JPX One
The CaddyIndex™ breakdown: our rating across all six performance dimensions, researched from published expert reviews, online sentiment and our own weighting algorithm.
By the CaddyCompare editorial team · updated 29 May 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Forgiveness88
- Looks88
- Distance80
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Rated highest for forgiveness and looks; its softest dimension is workability.
You're a mid-to-moderate swing-speed player who prioritises forgiveness, a high stable launch and stunning looks over chasing maximum ball speed.
You want class-leading distance, a soft titanium feel, or a lower-spinning, more workable flight - the JPX One Select and faster rival flagships suit you better.
Pros
- One of the most forgiving drivers of 2026 - mishits stay remarkably straight, and ball-speed retention on heel and toe strikes is far better than older Mizuno drivers
- Stunning looks - a striking, shimmering blue face in a clean, compact head
- Excellent adjustability - up to 4 degrees from the Quick Switch hosel plus an 11g adjustable rear weight
- A genuine forgiveness-and-consistency play for moderate swing speeds
Cons
- Ball speed lags the leading 2026 drivers, and the higher spin profile costs some distance
- Divisive feel and sound - a firm, slightly clunky, higher-pitched NANOALLOY impact that not every reviewer warmed to
By dimension
Forgiveness
ExcellentA genuine strength and the headline trait - one of the most forgiving drivers in 2026 testing, with mishits staying remarkably straight and very playable, better than expected from something this compact. Ball-speed retention on heel and toe strikes is far better than older Mizuno drivers, helped by the 11g rear weight and a stable, neutral build.
Distance
StrongGood, but the relative weak spot - the driver struggled to match some of its main competitors in ball speed. The Toray NANOALLOY face over a forged titanium face 11% thinner than the ST Max delivers strong ball-speed retention, but the higher spin profile and sub-class-leading peak speed cap outright distance.
Workability
FairNeutral and straight by design - a repeatable, gentle fade and a neutral flight rather than easy shot-shaping, with the 11g rear weight promoting a neutral, straight ball flight. A forgiveness-first head; the JPX One Select is the more workable, tour-leaning option.
Feel
StrongDivisive - counted among the best-feeling drivers of 2026 by some, but the NANOALLOY face feels firm and carbon-like rather than titanium-soft, with an impact some found a little clunky and slightly harsh. Reviewers genuinely split: rewarding for some, firm and unrefined for others.
Sound
StrongFirm and higher-pitched - the NANOALLOY face produces a higher-pitched sound alongside a somewhat muted, dull acoustic, an area where it trails rivals. Confident enough but not a refined or premium note.
Looks at address
ExcellentA standout strength - absolutely fantastic looks, with the centrepiece a striking, shimmering blue face in a clean, compact head. One of the best-looking drivers of 2026 at address.
Sources
Dig into the independent expert reviews and lab tests that feed into how every club here is rated. Each one is worth reading in full — they carry the launch-monitor data, hands-on testing and detailed photography that paint the complete picture before you buy.
- Read the full review at Mizuno JPX One Driver Review - Golf Monthly
- Read the full review at Mizuno unveils new JPX One drivers, fairway woods and hybrids - GolfWRX
- Read the full review at Mizuno JPX ONE Driver Review: A small step towards something special - Golfmagic
- Read the full review at Mizuno JPX One Driver Review - Golfalot
- Read the full review at More distance thanks to Nanoalloy: The new Mizuno JPX One Driver - Greenfeed
- Read the full review at JPX ONE Driver - Mizuno Golf Official Website
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Mizuno JPX One best for?
You're a mid-to-moderate swing-speed player who prioritises forgiveness, a high stable launch and stunning looks over chasing maximum ball speed.
Who should avoid the Mizuno JPX One?
You want class-leading distance, a soft titanium feel, or a lower-spinning, more workable flight - the JPX One Select and faster rival flagships suit you better.
What handicap is the Mizuno JPX One suitable for?
The Mizuno JPX One scores strongest for high-handicap golfers.
What is the Mizuno JPX One best at?
In our research the Mizuno JPX One rates highest for looks at address and forgiveness, and is softest on workability.
Does the Mizuno JPX One have a shot bias?
The Mizuno JPX One is broadly neutral in shot shape (no built-in draw or fade bias), with a high launch and mid spin.