Ben Sayers M8 Package Set Review
The M8 is Ben Sayers' complete beginner package set: a driver, two fairway woods, a hybrid, seven irons, a putter and a stand bag, all in one box, for less than the price of a single premium driver.
Worth being upfront about the sourcing on this one: unlike premium branded equipment, budget package sets like the M8 don’t get the kind of in-depth launch monitor testing that MyGolfSpy or Golf Monthly give to a P790 or a G440. What we’ve pulled together instead is Ben Sayers’ own specifications alongside genuine buyer reviews from retailers who sell the set, which is a different, more limited kind of evidence and we want to be honest about that rather than dress it up as something it isn’t.
- A complete 13-piece package: driver, 3-wood, 5-wood, hybrid, seven irons, putter and stand bag
- Graphite-shafted woods with a choice of graphite or steel-shafted irons
- Genuine buyer reviews are positive overall, with the putter and bag weight flagged as the weakest points
- Standard and +1 inch length options mean the set fits a wider range of heights than most package sets
The Short Version
- This is a genuinely complete beginner set, 12 clubs plus a putter and bag, at a price well below most premium single clubs.
- Buyer reviews are consistently positive on the woods and irons, with the included putter singled out as the weakest club in the set by more than one owner.
- At least one verified buyer review mentioned the stand bag feeling heavier than expected once loaded.
- We couldn’t find independent golf-media testing of this specific package set, so this review leans more heavily on manufacturer specs and genuine buyer feedback than our usual reviews.
Ben Sayers M8 13-Piece Package Set
Ben Sayers M8 13-Piece Golf Package Set Graphite/Steel Stand Bag Black/Grey
What you actually get
The M8 is built around the same idea most beginner package sets share: oversized, forgiving heads and lightweight shafts to help new golfers make solid contact and get the ball airborne without needing a fitted, custom-built bag of clubs. The driver is a 460cc oversized titanium matrix head at 10.5°, paired with matching 3-wood (15°) and 5-wood (20°) heads and a 23° hybrid, all on regular-flex graphite shafts to help generate swing speed. The seven irons run from 5-iron through sand wedge, available with either steel or graphite shafts depending on which version you choose, backed by a mallet putter to round out the 13 pieces.
Buyer reviews from retailers who stock the set are genuinely useful here, since independent golf-media testing of budget package sets like this is rare. The consistent theme across verified buyer reviews is that the woods and irons perform well above what the price suggests, with several new and returning golfers specifically praising the forgiveness and ease of getting the ball up in the air. The putter is the one component that comes up as a genuine weak point. More than one buyer mentioned swapping it out for an older putter they already owned, which is worth knowing before you assume the whole set is equally strong.
The stand bag is feature-rich on paper: an 8-way top divider, seven pockets including a cooler pocket and a valuables pocket, an umbrella cord, a towel carabiner and a glove holder, plus headcovers for all four woods. At least one verified buyer noted the bag feels heavier than expected once it’s loaded with clubs and accessories, which is a fair trade-off to know about if you’ll be carrying it rather than using a trolley. Weighing it against other budget and beginner brands? Our complete golf set guide covers Wilson, MacGregor and Fazer alongside Ben Sayers.
Ben Sayers M8 Package Set Specifications
- A genuinely complete set at a price well below most single premium clubs
- Oversized, forgiving heads across the woods and irons suit new golfers well by design
- Feature-rich stand bag with a sensible pocket layout, including a cooler pocket
- Standard and +1 inch length options cover a wider range of heights than most budget sets
- Multiple verified buyers describe it as strong value after actually using it
- The included putter is the most consistently criticised piece in genuine buyer reviews
- At least one buyer found the loaded stand bag heavier than expected
- This set hasn’t received the kind of independent golf-media testing that premium equipment gets, so confidence in performance claims is necessarily lower
- As with any budget package set, expect to outgrow parts of it as your game and swing speed develop
How We Compiled This Review
This review leans on different sourcing than most of our equipment reviews, and we want to be upfront about that. Independent, hands-on testing of budget package sets like the M8 is rare in golf media, so instead of pretending otherwise, we’ve built this from Ben Sayers’ own published specifications and genuine verified buyer reviews from retailers who sell the set.
-
Manufacturer specifications
Checked every technical detail, including lofts, shaft options and bag features, against Ben Sayers’ own product documentation.
-
Verified buyer reviews
Read genuine customer reviews left on retailer sites that sell the M8 set, looking specifically for repeated, specific feedback rather than generic praise.
-
Cross-checked what we could find
Where any independent editorial coverage existed for related Ben Sayers equipment, we checked it, but were careful not to apply reviews of different, unrelated Ben Sayers products to this specific package set.
We’re flagging this openly: this review carries less independent testing weight than our reviews of premium branded equipment, because that testing doesn’t really exist for this product. What’s here is honest about that rather than manufactured to look more rigorous than it is.
What to Check Before You Buy
If you’re above average height, the +1 inch option is worth checking before you buy, since not every budget set offers it.
Graphite suits slower swing speeds and easier launch; steel gives more control as you develop. Pick based on where you are now, not where you hope to be.
If putting feel matters to you, don’t assume the included putter will suit you, since several buyers replaced it.
If you’ll be carrying rather than using a trolley, the reported bag weight is worth factoring in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ben Sayers M8 a good set for beginners?
Genuine buyer reviews are consistently positive, particularly on the woods and irons. It’s designed specifically for beginners and returning golfers, with forgiving, oversized club heads throughout.
Is the putter in the M8 set any good?
This is the most consistently criticised part of the set in verified buyer reviews. Some golfers replace it with a putter they already own or a separate purchase.
Does the M8 come in different lengths?
Yes, it’s available in standard length or +1 inch, which suits taller golfers better than most budget package sets that only offer one length.
Steel or graphite shafts: which should I choose?
Graphite is lighter and generally easier for beginners and slower swing speeds. Steel offers more control as your swing develops. Both are available on this set’s irons.
How many clubs are in the Ben Sayers M8 set?
13 pieces in total: driver, 3-wood, 5-wood, hybrid, seven irons (5-iron to sand wedge), a putter, and a stand bag.
No surprise charges at the door: VAT and import duty are included in the price and prepaid. Delivery is €7, free over €120, in 2–4 working days.
For the price of a single premium driver, the M8 gets a new or returning golfer a complete, genuinely forgiving set with a feature-rich bag. Buyer feedback is honest about where the corners were cut, mainly the putter, rather than uniformly glowing, which is exactly the kind of signal worth trusting. This is a sensible, low-risk way to get properly equipped without a large upfront investment, with the understanding that you may want to upgrade individual pieces as your game develops.
