Irons · 2023
Srixon ZX5 Mk II
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 5 June 2026
Performance index
Six researched ratings, lower (blue) through to elite (gold).
Where it wins
- Looks86
- Feel84
- Distance83
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Rated highest for looks and feel; its softest dimension is workability.
You're a mid-to-low handicapper who wants the most accurate, well-rounded players-distance iron on the market - elite forgiveness and distance in a clean, compact package.
You want the buttery-soft feel of the original ZX5, or the workability and shot-shaping of a true players' iron.
Pros
- The best players-distance iron of both 2023 and 2024 - a rare back-to-back Most Wanted champion, scored 9.6/10
- The most accurate iron tested in 2024 - 1st overall for accuracy
- Top-tier in all three categories - distance, forgiveness and accuracy, it checks every box
- Impressive forgiveness for how clean it looks - toe and heel misses lose only ~7-8 yards, thin strikes stay airborne
Cons
- The forged feel is clearly firmer and crisper than the buttery original ZX5
- A players-distance iron - moderately strong lofts, not for traditional gapping or maximum greenside spin
- Less workable and soft than a true players' iron (the ZX7 Mk II)
By dimension
Forgiveness
SolidClass-leading for the look - testing measured impressively tight misses for so clean a head, toe misses losing ~7 yards, heel misses ~8, thin strikes ~11 and still airborne, a top-tier forgiveness result from the high-MOI forged cavity. Elite players-distance forgiveness.
Distance
ExcellentTop-tier now - a top-tier performer for distance on the way to winning the players-distance category, a clear gain over the original, the second-gen MainFrame face giving fast, long ball flight. Elite players-distance distance.
Workability
SolidChecks the box - a players-distance cavity that still lets the better player move the ball, game-improvement with tour feel that rewards shot-making. Good workability for a players-distance iron, above a game-improver.
Feel
ExcellentForged, but firmer - the impact feels crisp, like a micro-burst of energy, and while the face retains a forged feel it's clearly firmer than the original ZX5. Very good feel, but a step firmer than the buttery original.
Sound
ExcellentCrisp and lively - a crisp note, a micro-burst of energy at impact, firmer than the original, with a clean, solid acoustic. A crisp, refined sound for a players-distance iron.
Looks at address
ExcellentClean for the forgiveness - the head looks clean for the forgiveness numbers it produces, with a compact, refined players-distance profile. One of the best-looking players-distance irons of its era.
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 Srixon ZX5 Mk II - MyGolfSpy (Most Wanted Players-Distance)
- Read the full review at Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons Review - Plugged In Golf
- Read the full review at Srixon ZX Mk II irons: Full reviews and robotic testing - golf.com
- Read the full review at Srixon ZX5 Mk II Iron Review - Golf Monthly
- Read the full review at Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons Review - Forged Performance - Golfstead
- Read the full review at Srixon ZX5 Mk II Irons Review - Game Improvement with Tour Feel - The Golfing Lad
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the Srixon ZX5 Mk II best for?
You're a mid-to-low handicapper who wants the most accurate, well-rounded players-distance iron on the market - elite forgiveness and distance in a clean, compact package.
Who should avoid the Srixon ZX5 Mk II?
You want the buttery-soft feel of the original ZX5, or the workability and shot-shaping of a true players' iron.
What handicap is the Srixon ZX5 Mk II suitable for?
The Srixon ZX5 Mk II suits a broad range of abilities, from high-handicap beginners through to scratch and tour players.
What is the Srixon ZX5 Mk II best at?
In our research the Srixon ZX5 Mk II rates highest for distance and looks at address, and is softest on workability.
Does the Srixon ZX5 Mk II have a shot bias?
The Srixon ZX5 Mk II is broadly neutral in shot shape (no built-in draw or fade bias), with a mid launch and mid spin.