Ping i230
The Ping i230 is a players cavity-back iron set from 2022. It is cast. It has minimal offset, a thin topline and a medium sole. It is rated for swing speeds of 85 to 115 mph and handicaps of 0 to 12. It listed at $900 when it launched in 2022. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Ping i230 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Ping |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2022 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $900 |
| Type | Players cavity |
| Construction | Cast |
| Material | 431 stainless steel |
| Set make-up | 3-9, PW, UW |
| 7-iron loft | 33° |
| Offset | Minimal |
| Topline | Thin |
| Sole width | Medium |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 85 to 115 mph |
| Handicap range | 0 to 12 |
| Forgiveness rating | 6 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Elastomer insert and compact cavity |
No longer made: look for it used.
- Check the return policy before you buy.
- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
- Shops that grade condition, like 2nd Swing and GlobalGolf, make returns easier.
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Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings.
| Type | players-cavity | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness | 6 | Our rating |
| Workability | 8 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 0-12 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 85-115 mph | Our rating |
Who the Ping i230 suits
- Better players who want some forgiveness along with control.
- It is rated up to a 12 handicap. Higher handicaps usually want more forgiveness.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Ping i230
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Ping i240Ping2025 · $1,200 · 85 to 115 mph
- Sub 70 659 TCSub 702022 · $750 · 85 to 115 mph
- Ping iPing2015 · $950 · 85 to 115 mphdiscontinued
- Mizuno Pro M-13Mizuno2026 · $1,505 · 85 to 118 mph
Ping i230: common questions
Who is the Ping i230 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 85 to 115 mph and handicaps of 0 to 12. Better players who want some forgiveness along with control.
How much does the Ping i230 cost?
It listed at about $900 at launch in 2022. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Ping i230 forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 6 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Ping i230?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Ping i240 (2025), the Sub 70 659 TC (2022), the Ping i (2015) and the Mizuno Pro M-13 (2026).
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