A head-to-head look at two of the top irons in the Every18 index — scores, fit, estimated used price, and which one to buy.
2024 Irons
The PING G430 / i230 and the Callaway Apex Ai200 / Ai300 / Ti Fusion are dead even on overall Every18 score (95 each), so the decision comes down to how they differ underneath. The PING G430 / i230 is both the cheaper buy (about $755 used vs $800) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. Bottom line: choose the PING G430 / i230 if you fit its profile (distance and control); choose the Callaway Apex Ai200 / Ai300 / Ti Fusion if you lean toward ai forged distance.
| Metric | PING G430 / i230 | Callaway Apex Ai200 / Ai300 / Ti Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 95 | 95 |
| Forgiveness | 71 | 71 |
| Speed | 94 ✓ | 77 |
| Feel | 85 ✓ | 76 |
| Value rating | 85 ✓ | 76 |
| Est. used price | $755 ✓ | $800 |
| Value index | 53 ✓ | 50 |
| Launch | Low to mid | Mid |
| Spin | Controllable | Mid |
| Fit profile | Distance and control | AI forged distance |
Scores, value indexes, and prices are Every18 editorial estimates for comparison. Verify exact specifications, configuration, condition, and market price before purchasing.
The two are level on overall Every18 score (95 out of 100), so neither is clearly "better." The PING G430 / i230 suits distance and control, while the Callaway Apex Ai200 / Ai300 / Ti Fusion suits ai forged distance.
The PING G430 / i230 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $755 for the PING G430 / i230 and $800 for the Callaway Apex Ai200 / Ai300 / Ti Fusion, so the PING G430 / i230 is also the cheaper buy.
Both rate the same for forgiveness (71), so neither gives up much on off-center hits relative to the other.
See how these stack up against the rest of the field.
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