Ping G425 Irons Review

We see how the new Ping G425 iron compares with the outgoing G410

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Golf Monthly Verdict

Gains over G410 appear to be minimal but the G425 irons continue to be inviting to hit and playable for a fairly wide spectrum of players seeking repeatable carry distances and a more neutral, consistent ball flight thanks to the high levels of forgiveness on offer.

Reasons to buy
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    Produces a more consistent, draw-biased flight with a powerful feel

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    Lower spin than G410 creates a stronger trajectory

Reasons to avoid
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    Minimal gains over G410

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    Some will deem it to lack shelf appeal.

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Ping G425 Irons Review

Watch Joel Tadman put the Ping G425 iron through its paces

Ping is a brand well known for it’s forgiving irons and its G-Series models have always been popular because of their all-round playability for the average golfer. The impact of the pandemic means the G425 range replaces G410 a lot later than originally planned, bucking the usual 18-month cycle, so would G425 be worth the wait?

Visually, Ping has toned down the design of its new G iron and opted instead for a more understated, elegant look to match the G425 drivers. You could say this bolsters the appeal or means it lacks the wow factor - this is purely subjective - but we certainly think it makes the irons look more premium, slotting in as one of the best Ping irons in the range.

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If you look very closely you might notice the shorter blade length versus G410 at address but most will agree the shape and profile really hasn’t changed that much. The lofts stay the same too (7-iron is 30°), which means if you’ve been custom fitted for G410 it's unlikely you will eke out significantly more yardage from the new model. This was certainly the case for us, testing G425 against G410 and G400 on the Foresight Sports GCQuad launch monitor you’ll see the headline numbers haven’t changed a great deal.

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The spin has dropped by around 300rpm, which creates a stronger flight while maintaining the descent angle that allows the ball to stop to attention when it lands on the green. For us, the feel off the face is a touch more explosive and the sound both louder and less clicky. It’s really stable too - the face angle holds firm when you strike the heel or toe, helping the ball to hold its line through the air.

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While the ball flight was more consistent, we also found G425 a little easier to draw, which will help the majority of players this iron is aimed at. Ping has already utilised its partnership with Arccos to gain insights into player performance, notably that 60 per cent of wedge shots are hit from the rough. So the hydropearl finish and precision milled wedge grooves should produce better results on those scoring shots where a birdie is a real possibility.

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Over a longer period of time, we’re confident this iron will prove to be one of the most consistent performers around in terms of flight and front-to-back dispersion - gone are the days of flyers from the sweetspot that sail over the green. Those seeking big gains in distance over G400 or G410 will be left wanting - Ping has resisted cranking the lofts here, instead prioritising consistency for the golfer that utilises a lot of the face area and needs additional help in getting the ball airborne and keeping it there. That said, a Power Spec with stronger lofts is available for golfers that desire longer carries as well as a weaker-lofted Retro spec.

Joel Tadman
Technical Editor

Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 12 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all product content here at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader find exactly what they are looking for. So whether it's the latest driver, irons, putter or laser rangefinder, Joel has his finger on the pulse keeping up to date with the latest releases in golf. He is also responsible for all content on irons and golf tech, including distance measuring devices and launch monitors.


One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 3.2.


Joel's current What's In The Bag? 

Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9° 

Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15° 

Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18° 

Irons: Ping i230 4-UW

Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM8, 54°. Titleist Vokey SM9 60° lob wedge, K Grind

Putter: Evnroll ER2V 

Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x