Ping i500
Ping i500 (2018) is a players-distance iron set. It has minimal offset, a thin topline and a medium sole. It is multi-material. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 3 to 18. It listed at $1,100 when it launched in 2018. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Ping i500 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Ping |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $1,100 |
| Type | Players distance |
| Construction | Multi material |
| Material | Maraging steel C300 face |
| Set make-up | 4-PW |
| 7-iron loft | 30.5° |
| Offset | Minimal |
| Topline | Thin |
| Sole width | Medium |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 110 mph |
| Handicap range | 3 to 18 |
| Forgiveness rating | 7 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 6 out of 10 |
| Feel rating | 7 out of 10 |
| Key technology | Maraging steel C300, hollow body, aluminium core |
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 these specs come from
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Who the Ping i500 suits
- Better players who want extra distance without a bulky head.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Ping i500
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Ping i540Ping2026 · $1,300 · 82 to 112 mph
- Tour Edge Exotics C725Tour Edge2024 · $1,000 · 78 to 112 mph
- Sub 70 699 Pro v2Sub 702023 · $700 · 82 to 112 mph
- Titleist T250Titleist2025 · $1,499 · 80 to 112 mph
Ping i500: common questions
Who is the Ping i500 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 110 mph and handicaps of 3 to 18. Better players who want extra distance without a bulky head.
How much does the Ping i500 cost?
It listed at about $1,100 at launch in 2018. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Ping i500 forgiving?
We rate its forgiveness 7 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Ping i500?
Similar irons in our catalog include the Ping i540 (2026), the Tour Edge Exotics C725 (2024), the Sub 70 699 Pro v2 (2023) and the Titleist T250 (2025).
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