Cobra LIMIT3D Irons Review

Cobra LIMIT3D Irons Key Features:

• 3D printed steel structure: each iron is fully 3D printed from 316 stainless steel
• Internal lattice structure: allows for a muscle back blade profile to have the performance and forgiveness benefits of a game improvement iron
• Tungsten weighting: 100g of Tungsten is positioned in the heel and toe to increase MOI and push the CG lower

Arguably the most exciting iron launch of 2024, the LIMIT3D irons from Cobra are the first-ever set of commercially available 3D-printed irons. 

Golf club technology has advanced significantly in the last ten years, but the introduction of a set of fully 3D-printed irons is perhaps the biggest step we've seen this decade. 

Cobra has previously used 3D printing in its putters, but with the introduction of LIMIT3D, the brand has really pushed the boundaries of what we thought was possible with the process.

So, what advantage does 3D printing have over other traditional methods like forging and casting? Well, according to Cobra, thanks to the introduction of a 3D-printed lattice, the weight inside the clubhead has been freed up, allowing for additional weight to be pushed towards the heel and toe, giving these irons the profile of a blade, but the performance of a game improvement iron.

At first, we thought that sounded far too good to be true. Everyone loves the look of a blade, but honestly, hardly any of us can properly use them. However, if these irons truly offer the forgiveness and power of a game-improvement iron, they could be a game changer for almost every golfer on the planet. 

To find out if these irons lived up to the billing, we took them down to Mannings Heath Golf and Wine Estate before digging deep into the numbers at Custom Golf Works in Woking.

Let's get into it.

Player Level

While these irons are said to possess the performance benefits of a game improvement iron, we believe they would be best suited to a mid handicapper anywhere from 10-15. 

Cobra LIMIT3D Irons Looks and Feel:

Before we get to aesthetics, we need to see if these irons really do possess the profile of a blade, as Cobra promised. 

Sat down behind the ball, the profile is certainly refined. The top line is thin, the offset is minimal, and the head is compact from heel to toe. 

Cobra claims that the profile is most akin to the Cobra King Tour iron, which is not exactly a blade, and when sat side by side, they are very similar. 

However, when you compare the LIMT3D to something like a TaylorMade P7TW, which is a blade in its purest form, the LIMIT3Ds are noticeably a bit chunkier with a thicker topline and more offset. 

If we're honest, we are actually quite happy the LIMIT3Ds don't have a P7TW profile, as those bad boys are honestly terrifying to look at from address. The LIMIT3Ds are refined but also provide enough confidence that a mid-handicapper could feel comfortable using them. 

Now, let's move on to how the clubs actually look. Let's get one thing straight: they look absolutely incredible. 

The lattice detailing across the back of the club gives you a peek inside the internal structure, and it's a sight to behold. The delicate structure exudes class and sophistication, and when combined with the fairly minimal detailing across the club, the whole aesthetic is gorgeous. 

Cobra branding is printed across the back, and a lovely detail is printed on the hosel, highlighting that the irons are one of only 500 sets available worldwide. 

All in all, the aesthetics are a ten out of ten for us. Cobra was hoping to make a big splash with these irons, and they've absolutely nailed it from an aesthetic point of view. 

In terms of feel, you would honestly never know that they weren't forged from the sensation you receive at impact. 

The striking feel is soft and deep, with plenty of zip off the face that you would expect from something in the player's distance category. 

We honestly didn't know what to expect from a 3D-printed club, but the engineers at Cobra have done a fine job of retaining that buttery soft feel you would want from a forged blade. 

Cobra LIMIT3D Irons Performance and Forgiveness:

In order to truly assess the performance data we gathered using the LIMIT3D Irons, we needed to compare them to a game improvement iron.

Thankfully, GolfMagic's equipment editor Alex Lodge did just that. 

So let's start with distance. When Alex was using the TaylorMade Qi irons, he was able to achieve total distance numbers averaging out at roughly 215 yards. That equated to roughly 8-10 yards further than the LIMIT3Ds. 

So in terms of distance, the two were not a million miles away from each other, which is remarkable considering the aforementioned profile the LIMIT3D's possess. 

Where we were really impressed by the LIMIT3Ds though was the healthy launch angle and optimal spin rates they produced from across the face. 

Comparing the data to other clubs we had tested, the LIMIT3Ds delivered a very similar launch and spin profile to the TaylorMade P770, one of the best players irons on the market in 2024.

Thanks to the increased spin on offer, Alex was able to work the irons really nicely, a key benefit offered by players irons for better players. 

The most impressive discovery we made while testing the LIMIT3D irons was just how forgiving they are.

Thanks to the additional tungsten added near the toe and heel, these irons produced excellent spin and distance numbers from some truly poor strikes.

So, with everything we had learned, did these irons possess the performance levels of a game improvement iron?

Well, not quite. If we had to match these irons up to a category, we would say they are probably closer to that of a player's distance iron, which considering their profile is still very impressive. 

The forgiveness is excellent, the distance is solid and the spin rates were ideal. Throw all of that together, and you have a very impressive iron. 

Should you buy a set of Cobra LIMIT3D Irons?

Well, the first question you need to answer is, are there any available to buy.

There are only 500 sets of Cobra LIMIT3D irons in circulation, so the hard part is finding a set to get your hands on. 

However if you do, and you're willing to spend a whopping £2,599 on a set of irons, then you are indeed in for a treat. 

These irons are pretty incredible, we've banged on about the profile, but it is beautiful and refined, and when you add to that equation the fact that they are incredibly forgiving and do deliver the performance of a players distance iron, there is a lot to love about these irons.