CALLAWAY AI 200 IRONS VERSUS CALLAWAY AI SMOKE IRONS

What's the difference between Callaway's new Ai 200 Forged irons and their existing Paradym Ai Smoke Irons? It may seem simple on paper but they are a closer match than first meets the eye. Find out more here.

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@colet8940 says:

July 9, 2025 at 12:47 am

I got the ai smokes. They’re awesome. Came from the m2 irons from Taylormade and had reg shafts, ai smokes are stiff. 7 iron distance went from 145-155 with the m2 to 170-180 with the smokes. Major difference for me. I actually can hit 200 with my 6 if I hit it well and previously I would get about 190 tops with my 5 iron so for me the ai smokes are awesome, hopefully they stay good for the next couple years

@anthonydeluca7153 says:

July 9, 2025 at 1:12 am

Good morning, looking for a comparison on a I two hundred versus the new elite

@paulkellygolf3671 says:

July 9, 2025 at 1:22 am

Good review. Unbiased and simple. I do like the fact you mentioned the difference in distance between todays clubs and clubs from the past. Too many people ignore the distance gain and just see the lower spin and higher roll out and say the irons are no playable. However, as you mention you would need to probably hit 2 clubs more with an older club to equal todays distance. The only thing that matters is knowing what distance is covered by what club. Thanks again.

@txdukklr says:

July 9, 2025 at 1:37 am

Thanks I have smokes and was betting on better. Sounds like it's not enough of a difference to move!

@davezalinko1354 says:

July 9, 2025 at 1:40 am

I game the Paradyms and really enjoy them.
Wondering how the 200s would compare to them?

@davidminter9031 says:

July 9, 2025 at 1:59 am

Should. Try Ai 300. Vs. Zx4

@scottmcfadden2990 says:

July 9, 2025 at 2:02 am

Given you tested all three of the AI Smoke, AI200, and AI300, can you comment on the comparison between the 300 and Smoke? I appreciate the test and opinions!

@brianbernstein7754 says:

July 9, 2025 at 2:12 am

Thanks Fraser — really interesting review. I'm surprised the Ai Smoke launched higher and had similar spin as the Apex Ai200. I prefer the appearance of the Ai200 — just not sure it's worth an extra 200 BPS. You mentioned the Ai Smoke had a slightly longer shaft — are they the same shaft? If the shafts are different maybe that had something to do with the launch/spin characteristics.

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