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The Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons provide high launch, spin, and ball speed with unbelievable consistency. As forgiving as irons get.
Introduction
For the last several generations, Tour Edge has been using E and C to designate their two lines of clubs. C is for Competition, the clubs for skilled players, and E is for Extreme Spec, clubs that provide more forgiveness. But if two offerings is good, could three cover an even wider range of players? That was part of the thinking behind the Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons. This all new model is a premium Exotics version of Tour Edge’s hugely popular iron-wood concept. I tested a set to find out who should consider putting a set of these in their bag.
Looks
The in the bag look of the Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons belies their super game improvement purpose. With a black and silver color scheme and an extremely subdued cavity design, these have the aesthetic hallmarks of a players iron. If it weren’t for the wide sole, passersby would have no idea how forgiving these clubs are.
In the address position, the X725 irons have all the hallmarks of other Tour Edge iron-woods. The face is rounded and shallow but long from heel to toe. There is a great deal of offset and a very thick top line. And, as you can see above, there is some “extra” sticking out behind the top line when you move into the longer irons. While these won’t have much appeal for the traditionalists, players in search of more forgiveness should love this look.
Finally, above is a comparison of the three new Tour Edge Exotics 725 irons. On the left is the X725 which has the thickest top line, the most offset, and the largest face. On the right is the C725 – a traditional players iron with a thin top line and minimal offset [review HERE]. The E725 iron [review HERE] sits in the middle – literally and figuratively – with a fairly thick top line and moderate offset.
Sound & Feel
Given the large, hollow head of the Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons, I was expecting a noisy, explosive impact sound. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Even with range balls, this set produces a quiet, understated impact sound. The muted “thock” is the result of the multi-material badge at the back of the head and Tour Edge’s VIBRCOR Technology.
Those same elements also contribute to the solid feel. While I wouldn’t go so far as to say these irons feel like a forged blade, there’s nothing thin or weak about the feel. They’re strong without being harsh.
The final surprise in this category was the level of feedback. After just a few swings, I was able to accurately determine the location of impact on feel alone. There isn’t much audio feedback – just a slight bump in volume on mishits – but your hands will let you know when you strike it pure.
Performance
One of my pet peeves in golf equipment is when OEMs try to make a single club that’s supposed to appeal to every golfer. However, I love when an OEM targets a specific play type and goes all out to make a club that works for them. That’s what Tour Edge did with the Exotics X725 irons. This super game improvement design is not for everyone, but for the slower swingers and players who want maximum forgiveness, it’s amazing.
One of the things that I noticed before I struck a shot was that the lofts of the Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons are fairly traditional or “weak.” They’re closer to the players C725 than the forgiving E725, but there’s a reason for this. Golfers with less swing speed need that additional loft to launch the ball high with more spin to create more carry distance. The ball flight with the X725 irons is towering thanks to the additional loft and the shallow face design.
When I started hitting the Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons on my launch monitor, what stood out was the consistency of the ball speed, launch, and spin. On the range, I could see that every ball flew high and long, but the numbers really emphasized how much forgiveness is packed into this set. The high MOI and 3D Diamond Face create robust speed from heel to toe, and the spin numbers barely change from mishits to flush strikes. This is most impressive in the 5I which is one of the easiest-to-hit long irons I’ve ever tested.
Finally, Tour Edge designed the X725 to keep players off the right side of the course. There’s ample offset and, I suspect, some internal weighting which promotes a draw. It’s not overdone – I could hit the ball straight with minimal effort – but there’s a noticeable pull toward the left, which many players will welcome.
Conclusion
The Tour Edge Exotics X725 irons are not for every golfer. If you like traditional looks, this isn’t for you. Ditto if you have Tour-level swing speed or ball striking. But for the tons of recreational players who could add distance with higher launch and spin, this set is amazing. And if you want maximum forgiveness, it’s hard to imagine a set eclipsing the X725 irons.
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Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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19 Comments
The irons appear perfect for slower swingers/ older golfers and mid to high handicappers. They’re probably a similar concept to the Cleveland XL Halo irons but aesthetically somewhat more attractive.
Hmm could this be the one, in the longer irons as “hybrid-irons”, for this aging wannabe? Have tried their iron-woods in the past and just didn’t work well for me. Come Spring may have to give this a tryout!
Both feel and looks are a personal thing. I like the rounded edges and even though the top line is thick, the rounded edges soften the look to make it less noticable. Both looks and feel matter and to my eyes this is a club worth hitting.
I’m interested in purchasing womens irons since I am 89 years old. I prefer irons with thin top line. I have long fingers so I would require thicker grips.
Gary,
Plugged In Golf does not sell irons (or any clubs). If you’re interested in a fitting, I would recommend visiting Club Champion.
Best,
Matt
Hey Matt: – Thanks for the good review. I contacted Tour Edge and the X725 is not and will not be available in left hand.
Are you planning a review of the new E725? How much difference will there be between the X and E versions?
Thanks
Don,
Yes, we will have a review of the E725 iron later this year.
-Matt
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By slower swing speeds what is your criteria? My driver swing is only 85 mph I’m 70
Thanks
Jack,
These irons launch high and produce a bit of extra spin, which are typically things good for slower swings but they can also work for medium speed players who hit it too low. I don’t think 85 MPH is slow – it’s probably on the lower side of regular flex – but if you hit it low, these might work well.
Best,
Matt
Looking at the longer irons to replace my old crossovers, tested and was sold going the 7 iron demo, so bet the set of irons.
Loving the ease, forgiveness and consistency with the 5 iron, but the stock graphite stiff shaft doesn’t suit me in shorter irons so whacking in some Steel Fibre regs same as old set, big difference in swing speed and distance between the 2. Keen to see how they stack up with same shafts against the G430`s.
Very forgiving heads is the key takeaway, and can still shape teh ball, drawing more so.
Matt,
I recently switched from regular flex Ping G425 irons to senior flex KZG which I was fitted for 4 years ago. I’m more accurate and consistent with the KZG irons but lost 1 club in distance going to senior flex. Is that common? I’m wondering how the X725 clubs are for distance?
Larry,
Have you been tracking your swing speed over the years? Was the distance loss sudden when you changed clubs?
The X725 is not a “pure” distance club as much as the E725 is.
-Matt
Matt, The distance loss seemed sudden from the switch from regular flex to senior but I knew I was losing distance with the regular flex over the years because of my swing speed declining. But would you expect switching to senior flex cause additional loss of distance? I was hoping for the opposite due to more solid contact. Getting back to the TEE clubs after reading your reviews I would probably be happier with the E725 for the style of iron I’m used to playing and the stronger lofts. Do you feel the extra distance from the E725 irons is simply from stronger lofts or something else?
Larry,
Were you fit for these senior flex shafts? Anytime you switch equipment without a fitting – going up or down flexes, changes models, etc – it’s possible that it will have negative, unforeseen consequences.
The distance gap between the X725 and E725 irons is primarily attributable to the loft gap.
-Matt
Matt,
Yes I was fitted for the senior flex clubs in February 2021 by an experienced club fitter. I used them for over a year and then went back to regular flex when I bought the Ping G425 set. Recently I switched back and like the senior flex clubs overall but am puzzled about the distance loss. I’m still sticking with them but may demo the TEE irons to see how they compare.
High Matt, What’s your opinion on a combo set of the 3 sets of irons
X725 E725 C725. Thanx Kevin
Kevin,
I would not like it personally because I think there would be too much “massaging” required to make the distance gaps sensible. Also, for me, the difference in the looks of the three clubs is too great. But that’s just my opinion – if you think it would work for you, give it a go and let us know how it works.
Best,
Matt