Irons · 2020
Mizuno MP-20 HMB
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 24 July 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Looks86
- Feel85
- Sound84
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Rated highest for looks and feel; its softest dimension is forgiveness.
You're a better player who wants blade looks with real distance and forgiveness, especially as a long-iron replacement in a combo set.
You want the softest forged feel, high spin to hold greens, or a true thin-topline blade — the MP-20 MB or MMC fits better.
Pros
- The longest, most forgiving iron in the MP-20 line
- A stunning blade-like look that hides hollow-body forgiveness
- Strong ball speed with easy launch, ideal as a long-iron replacement
Cons
- A firm, fast feel and loud snap, not a soft forged blade
- Lower spin and strong lofts hold greens less well
- A thicker top line at address than a true blade
By dimension
Forgiveness
FairThe most forgiving MP-20 — a hollow body and heel-toe tungsten hold ball speed on a small miss, though a big one still bites.
Distance
StrongThe longest MP-20 — a thin Chromoly face on a hollow body fires strong ball speed and low spin for real distance.
Workability
SolidWorkable for a distance iron — minimal offset and a compact head let a good player shape it, though it flies fairly straight.
Feel
ExcellentFirm, fast and crisp — a copper underlay softens the hollow Chromoly body, but it never matches a solid mild-carbon blade.
Sound
ExcellentA moderately loud snap at impact — brighter and sharper than a solid forged blade off the thin hollow face.
Looks at address
ExcellentBeautiful in the bag, blade-like and clean — though a thicker top line at address gives away its hollow, forgiving build.
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 MP-20 HMB Irons Review | Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 HMB Iron Review | Today's Golfer
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 HMB Irons — ClubTest 2021 | Golf.com
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 Irons Review | Golf Monthly
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 HMB — specs | 2nd Swing Golf
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 HMB Irons Review | Golfstead
- Read the full review at Mizuno MP-20 Irons Review — MB, MMC, HMB Guide | Practical Golf
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Mizuno MP-20 HMB best for?
You're a better player who wants blade looks with real distance and forgiveness, especially as a long-iron replacement in a combo set.
Who should avoid the Mizuno MP-20 HMB?
You want the softest forged feel, high spin to hold greens, or a true thin-topline blade — the MP-20 MB or MMC fits better.
What handicap is the Mizuno MP-20 HMB suitable for?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB suits a broad range of abilities, from high-handicap beginners through to scratch and tour players.
What is the Mizuno MP-20 HMB best at?
In our research the Mizuno MP-20 HMB rates highest for looks at address and feel, and is softest on forgiveness.
Does the Mizuno MP-20 HMB have a shot bias?
The Mizuno MP-20 HMB is broadly neutral in shot shape (no built-in draw or fade bias), with a mid launch and low spin.