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.
2021 Irons
The Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 and the Cobra DARKSPEED are dead even on overall Every18 score (97 each), so the decision comes down to how they differ underneath. The Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 is both the cheaper buy (about $560 used vs $800) and the stronger value pick, which makes it the safer choice if budget matters. They split the two traits most golfers care about: the Cobra DARKSPEED is the more forgiving irons, while the Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 is the faster one — so pick the trait your game needs most. Bottom line: choose the Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 if you fit its profile (tour to distance); choose the Cobra DARKSPEED if you lean toward modern distance.
| Metric | Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 | Cobra DARKSPEED |
|---|---|---|
| Every18 score | 97 | 97 |
| Forgiveness | 77 | 85 ✓ |
| Speed | 89 ✓ | 88 |
| Feel | 86 ✓ | 71 |
| Value rating | 84 | 85 ✓ |
| Est. used price | $560 ✓ | $800 |
| Value index | 73 ✓ | 51 |
| Launch | Low to mid | Mid |
| Spin | Controllable | Mid |
| Fit profile | Tour to distance | Modern 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 (97 out of 100), so neither is clearly "better." The Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 suits tour to distance, while the Cobra DARKSPEED suits modern distance.
The Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 scores higher on the Every18 value index. Estimated used prices are about $560 for the Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 and $800 for the Cobra DARKSPEED, so the Titleist T100 / T100S / T200 / T300 is also the cheaper buy.
The Cobra DARKSPEED rates higher for forgiveness (85 vs 77), which usually helps mid- and higher-handicap players hold more fairways and greens.
See how these stack up against the rest of the field.
Compare all irons →* As an Amazon Associate, Every18 earns from qualifying purchases. Some links here are affiliate links — using them costs you nothing extra, and it never affects our course ratings.
* As an Amazon Associate, Every18 earns from qualifying purchases · affiliate links
