TaylorMade M4 Irons Review (Update 2025)

The M4 irons were released in 2018 alongside the M3. TaylorMade later rehashed the design and gave them a new lease on life in 2021—which, coincidentally, is the set I own.

The average golfer doesn’t need the latest set of irons and doesn’t need to spend much on them. I’ve tried several models over time, but the M4 irons are still hella good despite being years on the market.

TaylorMade has long since ruled the roost when it comes to golf, particularly when it comes to drivers and fairway woods. The M1/M2 series created quite a stir, so it was interesting to see what the M4 irons would be like.

I’ll come clean—I wasn’t always in the TaylorMade fan club. I have been slightly disappointed in their performance and quality, which is why I was unsure what to make of the M4 irons when they arrived on my doorstep.

For those not in the know, the M4 irons are a part of TaylorMade’s game-improvement family aimed at maximizing distance and forgiveness. Conversely, the M3 irons target higher-level players and offer more excellent workability and precision. If you’re contemplating purchasing some M4 irons, I’d recommend the 2021 version. I wasn’t around for this one, but the 2018 release had face slot issues, and you can identify them by the clubhead “RIBCOR” label.

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Key Features of TaylorMade M4 Irons

RIBCOR Technology

The advanced RIBCOR Technology in the TaylorMade M4 Irons allows for increased distance and accuracy. This mechanism stiffens the edges of the clubface, channeling more energy into the ball. This will give players more ball speed and uniformity, even in nonperfect conditions. RIBCOR technology lowers the energy lost in an off-center strike by strategically introducing flexibility into the impact zone, creating additional distance with improved performance.

Innovations in Face Slot & Speed Pocket

TaylorMade applies Face Slot Technology to help preserve ball speed on mis-hits—especially on shots that are hit off center. On the other hand, the Speed Pocket enhances launch and distance — especially on shots struck lower on the clubface. Shifting these technologies on one another allows for the reduced effect of lousy contact, resulting in better performance across the whole hitting face.

Low-CG Design for Easy Launch

Thanks to their low center of gravity (CG), the M4 Irons help golfers launch the ball higher with less effort. This has been particularly helpful for mid-handicap players with difficulty getting the ball in the air. By placing weight lower in the clubhead, TaylorMade is delivering an iron that tends to produce a more natural, repeating ball flight.

Stock Shafts & Custom Options for Grips

TaylorMade has a selection of shafts to suit various swing types, with lightweight graphite and steel options available. While the standard grip is comfortable, those who prefer a specific texture or size can customize it according to their preferences. Golfers can also choose a regular, stiff, or senior flex shaft, meaning they can find one to perfectly match their swing speed.

Innovative RIBCOR Technology greatly increases ball speed and accuracy, which is a big reason the TaylorMade M4 Irons were the absolute best Golf Irons for Women on our list.

Looks

Being game-improvement irons, the first thing that will stand out to you is the thicker sole and topline than what you generally see in a player’s irons or even blades. This enhances its width, which helps guide tee interaction, especially for those who can hit behind the ball. A broader sole allows the club to glide gently through the ground, so heavy or fat shots are less likely.

Thinner soles can generally improve performance for players with shallower angles of attack (those rarely take a divot). But for the average golfer, increased width makes for more forgiveness and better contact consistency.

The added topline thickness also spreads the weight around the club’s perimeter, optimizing forgiveness and promoting a higher trajectory. The irons also have a moderate offset, which helps players square the clubface at impact, a trait that will help slicers. While too much offset will mean too many draws or hooks, the M4 finds a happy medium that fits most mid-handicap golfers.

Sound & Feel

Perhaps the biggest pro of game-improvement irons is their forgiveness. But to some golfers, these clubs don’t have the crisp, precise feedback of forged irons.

When struck well, the M4 Irons feel robust with a firm, slightly muted sound—not as buttery soft as a forged club, but far from unpleasant. There’s a hollow feel at impact, which might be a slight negative for some players. The precise feel probably doesn’t matter much to most recreational golfers since performance is always at the top of their minds.

On off-center strikes, the feedback isn’t as crisp as a blade iron’s, but miss-hits are much more tolerable. The sound is a little muted, but the club still gives you enough feedback to know where you made contact.

All in all, the M4 Irons are fantastic feeling, forgiving, consistent, and easy-to-use golf clubs that provide golfers with precisely what they need. They can’t quite deliver the buttery softness you get from a forged club, but they more than compensate with their playability and forgiveness.

Performance of TaylorMade M4 Irons

Packed with much of the same cutting-edge technology as the M3, the M4 irons (1) utilize the Speed Pocket, Face Slots, and RIBCOR Technology to maintain face flexibility and ball speed over a broader impact area. However, what distinguishes the M4 is the 360° Undercut, which helps reposition weight lower on the body of the club head to help you launch the ball much higher.

While testing, the first thing that appeared was the distance. Because of the strong lofts, these irons were almost two clubs longer than my standard in the mid-irons. While that’s undoubtedly an advantage for approach shots, I found a downside with the long irons — I noticed the gap between the 4 and 5 irons was relatively minimal. You may experience a similar situation for many theaters with the 6 iron.

Vern: Forgiveness, especially on thin shots, also stood out to me. Even when I hit the ball lower on the face, my launch angle decreased by about 1 to 1.5 degrees from pure strikes. That meant carry distance stayed pretty steady while spin rates remained relatively steady.

The only thing I had trouble with was the offset. After swinging, I usually hit draws so severely that they were almost hooks. I could straighten out my shot with some effort, but hitting a fade was much more of a challenge. For the mid-to-high handicap golfer this club is engineered for, we think the draw bias will be more of an added value than a negative.

TaylorMade M4 Irons Review: Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Exceptional forgiveness
• Potential for higher ball speed and distance
• High launch with easy playability
• Increased vibration isolation and comfort

Cons:

• Extended workability for the advanced player
• Feedback is lesser as compared to forged irons
• Even this low-handing club does not sit at the address as small as players looking for a compact, player-style clubhead might hope

Why I Chose These Irons

After trying out multiple sets, I settled on the TaylorMade M4 Irons, which had the right combination of feel, forgiveness, and looks. I briefly considered upgrading to the TaylorMade SIM2 Irons, but with several hundred dollars in price difference, I couldn’t see enough of a performance gap to warrant the extra spend. For my budget, the M4 immediately shone.

These represented a massive leap over the hand-me-down irons I had played for years. I introduced my first hybrids to my setup, getting a more balanced, thicker clubhead that would add a ton of forgiveness. The irons, though larger, felt lighter, smoother, and more comfortable in my hands, allowing each swing to feel much more manageable.

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I Hit It With the M4 Irons. It’s My Best Shot

The most memorable shot I made with these irons was with my Approach Wedge (AW). I found myself forty yards short of a greenside bunker, the pin tucked in the back just beyond the hazard. Facing a need to get up and down for par, I pulled the AW instead for its loft and spin control. I hit a high shot that just cleared the front bunker, with backspin on it, and I had the ball stopped within 3 feet of the pin — one of those things where you fall in love with your clubs.

Value for the Money vs. Other Options

Few offer better value than the M4s when it comes to game-improvement irons. Premium models I have (or had) tested include TaylorMade P790, Stealth, SIM2, Callaway Mavrik, Calloway Rogue/Rogue ST, and PING G410/G425. Some of these clubs were more techy and slightly nicer than lower-priced clubs but also came with a much higher price tag.

But the M4 offers strong performance, massively impressive forgiveness, and some very good distance, all for a price that makes sense for all but a few golfers. This set is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a budget-friendly upgrade that won’t compromise on modern tech or dependable results.

Final Thoughts : Are TaylorMade M4 Irons Worth It?

The TaylorMade M4 Irons are some of the best super game-improvement irons on the market. They offer tremendous forgiveness, sizzling distance, and, due to a design biased toward drawing the ball, help correct slices. In fact, the strong lofts add distance but can lead to an issue in gapping in the long irons, which is worth noting. But for the golfer seeking a confidence-inspiring set that won’t break the bank, the M4 is still a high-end option.

FAQs of TaylorMade M4 Irons Review

Q. 2025: (Are the TaylorMade M4 Irons Still Good?)

Ans: Absolutely! They remain an excellent choice for mid-handicap players, with forgiveness, distance, and general playability.

Q. What is the ideal handicap range for the M4 Irons?

Ans: Ideal handicap: 10-25These irons offer the right amount of distance and forgiveness without sacrificing too much in control, making them perfect for golfers in the 10-25 handicap range but still keen to get as close to the greens as possible.

Q. What are the M4 Irons compared to newer stuff?

Ans: Though newer models bring only modest upgrades, the M4 still holds up nicely, particularly for golfers seeking a value-oriented game-improvement iron.

Golfers who are looking to improve their game without breaking the bank should consider the Taylor Made M4 Irons, which are among the most competitive irons on the market.