Best Golf Trolley Bags 2024

Check out the best golf trolley bags that are currently available on the market

Best Golf Trolley Bags
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A golf trolley is one of the best ways to help your game out on the course, with it being an ideal way of preserving energy so you can commit to your upcoming shots. Along with a trolley, you will also need a suitable golf bag, especially as this item will be storing your golf clubs and necessities as you tackle the round.

There are many aspects that need thinking about when you are purchasing one of the best golf bags. These include what the bag looks like, how does it sit on your trolley, is it stable, for example? Along with the looks and ease of use, does it have plenty of storage for your clubs, golf balls, waterproofs, tees etc. Also, is it waterproof? There are many details that need considering.

With so many options available from the likes of Titleist and Sun Mountain, to name but a few, golfers really are spoilt for choice but, at Golf Monthly, we have tried and tested the very best trolley bags available on the market, with our favorites listed in the guide below.

Not only do these models look and perform fantastically, they also offer users plenty of space and practicality. However, if you are after something a bit more specific, such as the best golf push cart bags, best golf stand bags, or the best lightweight golf bags, then we have you covered there to.

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Best Golf Trolley Bags

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Motocaddy Protekta Cart Bag

Motocaddy Protekta Cart Bag resting on a Motocaddy trolley on the golf course5 Stars

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A stunning five-star rated cart bag

Specifications

Weight : 3.1kg/6.8lbs
Pockets: 9
Waterproof: Yes
Colors: 2 (Black/Blue; Black/White)

Reasons to buy

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Noise-reducing divider is great for organisation
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Well-placed grab handles
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Lightweight, waterproof fabrics throughout
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High-quality zips

Reasons to avoid

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No cart strap pass-through

The Motocaddy Protekta is a well-designed and thoughtful cart bag that comes with several very unique features that have earned it a five-star review. Having taken it out on the course, we found it to be one of the most practical cart bags we've ever tested, with it also offering up some premium looks too. As the best golf cart bags go, its minimalist yet sleek design oozes a premium feel and that is also evidenced in the fully waterproof fabric that holds this bag together. While some cart bags can get pretty heavy, this fantastic option weighs only 3.1kg, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags around. 

We loved the functionality on offer here too. It features a very sufficient nine pockets with two valuables pockets and two full-length side pockets. There is ample room for the best golf waterproofs and even space for a couple of bottles of water in the bag's cooler pocket. We tested it out on the Motocaddy M7 GPS Electric Trolley and found the Easi-lock base a joy to use, reducing the faff and strapping needed to secure the bag to the bottom of the trolley. 

Perhaps the highlight here is the bag's 15-way top that features nine iron slots that help to hold each club securely in place to reduce noise and keep your clubs well protected. We loved the thought process behind this, with this reducing the amount your clubs are rattling as you drive over bumpy terrain. Overall, Motocaddy has done a great job refining this model to look sharper and the attention to detail from a design perspective is clear to see. 

PowaKaddy Dri Tech Cart Bag

The black and yellow PowaKaddy Dri Tech Cart Bag on a trolley on the golf courseEditors Choice 2022

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A waterproof bag that is very easy to secure to a trolley

Specifications

Pockets: 7
Weight: 5.1 pounds
Colors: 5
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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100% fully waterproof construction
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Key lock system for secure trolley fitting

Reasons to avoid

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Functional rather than super stylish

The PowaKaddy Dri Tech Cart Bag will keep your clubs and belongings dry in the most extreme weather conditions and, because it is made from a lightweight Nylon fabric, it is waterproof to an impressive hydrostatic rating of over 10,000mm. If you’re not sure what that means – it’s a lot! As such, it should come as no surprise that this bag made our list of the best waterproof golf bags too.

For those who like ultimate club organization, the Dri Tech has you covered, as a 14-way top divider also makes way for a spacious putter well. What's more, the pockets are vast, meaning you’ll have room to store all your necessities, with the bag also being incredibly lightweight.

It may not be the most striking in terms of aesthetics but, if you want a bag that has sleek sophistication and minimalist style, then look no further than the Dri Tech. You also won't need to worry about it twisting on a trolley either, with PowaKaddy’s Key Lock anti-twist system ensuring the bag stays firmly in place throughout the round. 

Big Max Dri Lite Tour Cart Bag

BIG MAX Dri Lite Tour Cart Bag

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Specifications

Pockets: 9
Weight : 5 pounds
Colors: 6
Dividers : 14
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Impressive aesthetically
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Ample storage capacity
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Highly functional design

Reasons to avoid

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On the bulkier side

Big Max is a brand that offers a wide range of excellent options, with one of them being the Dri Lite Tour Cart Bag. To begin with, the zips are fully waterproof, while the rest of the fabric used in construction is water repellent. 

Having tested this bag on a wet day, we experienced no leaks when we put it through its paces and, if you are worried about the performance, it's worth noting that you also get a handy five-year warranty, which puts the mind at ease. 

It is a very smart design, almost Tour-like, and the space provided would rival the top professional bags as well. Nine large pockets provide more space than we could ever need, but we have no doubt some people will find a way to fill it. 

Motocaddy 2022 Dry Series Cart Bag

The Motocaddy 2022 Dry Series Cart Bag on a golf trolleyEditors Choice 2022

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Specifications

Pockets: 9
Weight: 6 pounds
Colors: 4
Dividers : 14
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Extremely lightweight for this category
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User-friendly design
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Excels in wet conditions

Reasons to avoid

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Not the most exciting color options

The Dry Series received a revamp by Motocaddy in 2022, and now, it is undoubtedly at the upper end of the product line-up as you get a stylish design that is waterproof and extremely user-friendly. 

In testing, we found it to be crammed with features that golfers can take advantage of, with the weight of this bag very surprising; it comes in at just six pounds, which is nothing at all when you consider it is fully waterproof and features a rain hood.

Regarding ease of use, it can be easily maneuvered from the car to the cart, and has 14 full-length dividers, nine spacious pockets, which includes a substantial food and beverage pocket that is insulated.

Sun Mountain C-130 Cart Bag

Sun Mountain C-130 Cart Bag Review

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Specifications

Pockets: 13
Weight: 7 pounds
Colors: 11
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: No

Reasons to buy

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Utility handles make it easy to maneuver
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Wide array of colors to choose from

Reasons to avoid

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On the heavier side in this category

For two decades, the C-130 from Sun Mountain has been the company's best seller and, not only has it been the most successful model of the range, but it’s also one of the best-selling cart bags of all-time. 

Developed specifically for golfers who ride when they play, it also fits perfectly on a trolley, with the highlight feature of the C-130 being 14 individual club dividers, including a separate compartment that will accommodate oversized putters. The C-130 also has tremendous storage capacity, providing golfers with 13 pockets, two of which have been dedicated for apparel.

To finish with, the C-130 also features three utility handles that make it easy to get in and out of a car, as well as on and off a golf cart or push cart. Additionally, Sun Mountain’s Smart Strap system keeps the bag secure during use while also enabling players to access each pocket with ease. All of this makes it one of the best Sun Mountain golf bags on the market.

Ogio All Elements Cart Bag

The flash Ogio All Elements Cart Bag and its excellent color patterns resting on the golf course

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Specifications

Pockets: 11
Weight: 5.7lbs
Colors: 8
Dividers : 15
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Functionality is off the charts
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Eleven pockets leave nothing to chance
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It will last you a lifetime

Reasons to avoid

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The color options will divide opinion

Although the look of the bag may divide opinion, one thing that certainly won't is the performance, with a whopping 11 pockets making this one of the best bags for storage on the market. Featuring two large side pockets for waterproofs and other larger items, there are plenty of options for your valuables, golf balls, umbrella and drinks (with an insulated cooler pocket). 

Along with the excellent storage capability, it also has 15 dividers, with each of them particularly roomy for your clubs, and there’s even space for an extra slot where any alignment sticks can go. This further adds to the ease of use that this bag provides.

In testing, we found its waterproof capabilities to be superb as, even in awful weather, it kept our clubs and valuables dry. What's more, the overall quality is superb, with this bag feeling extremely premium and, certainly, it is one of the best Ogio golf bags that money can buy.

Ping Traverse Cart Bag 2022

Ping Traverse 2022 Cart Bag

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Specifications

Pockets: 13
Weight: 5.5 pounds
Colors: 6
Dividers : 14
Waterproof: No

Reasons to buy

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Among the lighter trolley bag options
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Outstanding storage space

Reasons to avoid

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Not as sleek as others in its category

Ping’s Traverse cart bag is one of the best Ping golf bags money can buy, with the brand's engineers redesigning the bag for 2022. Now, it weighs just 5.5 pounds, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags on the market.

Featuring a 14-way top to help with the organization of your clubs, there are also two putter wells to choose from, depending on where you want to position your putter in the bag and, from a storage standpoint, it has 11 total pockets, including full-length apparel pockets, a velour-lined valuables' pocket, an insulated cooler pocket, and a rangefinder pocket. 

The Traverse’s strap-thru pass also keeps the bag securely on the  cart without blocking access to any of the pockets, and there are six new color patterns for golfers to choose from. 

Motocaddy Pro Series Cart Bag

Motocaddy Pro Series Cart Bag Review

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Specifications

Pockets: 9
Weight: 7 pounds
Colors: 3
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Premium, sturdy materials used throughout
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Looks great with three colour trims available
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Easilock system works brilliantly on Motocaddy carts

Reasons to avoid

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Particularly heavy even before adding clubs

It's only natural that the manufacturers of some of the best golf carts on the market also make some of the best cart bags too. Featuring a 14-way divider, as well as a separate 'jumbo' putting well for optimal club organisation, we found there to be no issue with clubs crossing over and becoming stuck in the bag when testing.

Constructed with premium materials, the Pro Series uses a combination of PU and nylon fabric that make for a premium looking and feeling bag. The zips also feel very sturdy, with the material lining the club dividers not causing any wear on your club shafts either. 

PowaKaddy X-Lite Cart Bag

PowaKaddy X-Lite Cart Bag Review

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Specifications

Pockets: 7
Weight: 5.1 pounds
Colors: 3
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: No

Reasons to buy

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Streamlined and lightweight
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Offers decent storage options
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Good value for money

Reasons to avoid

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Not fully waterproof

The PowaKaddy X-Lite is the streamlined, least expensive option within the brand’s impressive 2022 cart bag range, although it shares many of the same features as the hero Dri Tech model. The key differences though are that this bag is not 100 percent waterproof and lacks a couple of other features but, that aside, there is a lot to like about what the X-Lite has to offer.

In testing, we thought that, visually, it has plenty of style, with the weight, or lack of it in this case, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags on the market. What's more, there's plenty of storage space, with the X-Lite combining simplicity with functionality.

MacGregor 15-Series Water Resistant Cart Bag

A lightweight yet highly practical cart bag

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Specifications

Pockets: 9
Weight : 4.4 pounds
Colors: 4
Dividers: 15
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Lightweight and easy to get in and out of the car.
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Pockets all face forward 
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Comfortable enough to carry 

Reasons to avoid

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Doesn’t stand upright so well when fully loaded.
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Lack of colors

Although there are more eye-catching cart bags on the market, the MacGregor 15-Series Water Resistant Cart Bag is certainly one of the most practical options, with the bag extremely lightweight and manoeuvrable. 

Thanks to two over-moulded handles on the top of the bag, it can be easily adjusted once in the cupboard or on the trolley and, as well as the ease and comfort, the lightweight design is also shower-proof, with the nine excellently placed pockets featuring water-resistant zippers to keep your personal items dry in sharp downpours. 

In testing, we found the 15 full length dividers allowed for easy club access and, rather handily, these dividers are lined and cushioned so any graphite shafts are well nurtured as you roll over the bumpiest of fairways or paths. We especially liked the “putter pit,” which is rubberised and houses the putter brilliantly.

Big Max Dry Lite Sport 2 Golf Bag

Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 Golf Bag

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Specifications

Pockets: 7
Weight: 10.8 pounds
Colors: 6
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: Yes

Reasons to buy

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Lightweight
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Waterproof
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Large storage pocket
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Big handle on front

Reasons to avoid

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Accessory loops could be better

The Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 golf bag is littered with a wide range of features. Not only does the waterproof design tick a lot of boxes, but there is also plenty of space for your waterproof gear, with the two side pockets extremely generous, even if they aren’t the full length of the bag.

One thing we did like about the Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 golf bag is the handles, especially the large padded one on the front for lifting out of the car on to the trolley. It’s strong and comfortable and so much better than having one on the underside that turns the bag upside down when you are carrying it.

Compared to the best golf bags, the Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 Golf bag is a very good trolley bag and the 14 way divider, plus additional putter well, provides easy access to your clubs in a lightweight bag that will keep your clubs dry. When comparing the best golf cart bags, this model comes out favorably.

Cobra Golf Ultralight Trolley Bag

The Cobra Ultralight Trolley Bag

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Specifications

Pockets: 13
Weight: 5.3 pounds
Colors: 6
Dividers: 14
Waterproof: No

Reasons to buy

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Easy access pockets
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14-way divider

Reasons to avoid

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Not fully waterproof

We were impressed with the pass-through channel for the cart strap on the Cobra Golf Ultralight Trolley Bag. It means the bag can be secured strongly to a trolley without compromising access to any of the 13 pockets.

Those pockets are ample and allow for excellent levels of organisation and equipment separation. Featuring two large apparel pockets, there is buckets of room, while two fleece-lined valuables' pockets and an insulated cooler pocket provide innovative storage solutions.

The 14-way top, with full length dividers and oversized putter well, protect clubs and allow for easy access and, as the name would suggest, it’s a lightweight bag at just 2.4kg. What's more, the top grab handles make it easy to lift and move around and, if you are looking for maximum storage and easy access to all your kit, this is one to consider.

How we test the best golf trolley bags

Our testing process for all golf gear, let alone golf trolley bags, is rigorous and comprehensive.

As far as our methodology goes, if we say we have reviewed a product, that means we have used it out on the golf course, and put it through its paces in different conditions. We also endeavour to use all the features on the golf bag, for example if the valuables pocket claims to be waterproof, we pour water on it to find out.

We should also say that manufacturers cannot pay for a good review because we tell things how we see it.

As far as the testing team goes, the Golf Monthly team is a mixture of ages and handicaps, and most are members at golf clubs so regularly put golf gear to the test in fun rounds as well as competitions.

How to choose a golf bag

What are some of the factors you need to consider when picking out a good trolley bag? Well we have taken a look below.

Trolley/Cart - It sounds like an obvious thing to say but if you want to invest in a good trolley bag then you should also have a good trolley to use too. A lot of the bags designed these days, including the models above, will only work best on well designed trolleys, not the basic ones you can rent from golf clubs. Therefore take a look at our best electric golf trolleys, and best push carts guides.

Features - Next up you should think about the features that are important to you. Do you want the bag to have 14-way dividers, or lots of storage, or little details like valuables pockets? It is worth thinking about what you find important during your golf experiences because many different models offer varying types of feature.

Ease of Use - This is a big one, how easy is the bag to use? Here we find one of the most important things is how easy is it to move around, from the car boot, to the trolley and vice-versa. Thankfully many of the models above have been designed to be incredibly lightweight and therefore easy to manoeuvre. Additionally how simple is it to lock into the trolley, and how how simple is it to access the storage pockets? All things to think about.

Waterproofing - Given how much golf we all play, chances are we will get caught in the rain every now and again, which makes waterproofing very important. Some models, like the Motocaddy Dry Series, and TaylorMade Storm Dry, have been specifically designed for this and some models are better than others so be aware of this before you buy.

Price - Last but not least price is a factor to consider. If you want to go for an ultra-premium design, there are models out there, but if you want a bag at a cheaper price point then there are also models for that too.

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FAQs

Can you put any bag on a golf trolley?

Technically, yes. However, a cart and tour bag will always fit more snug on a trolley than a golf stand bag for example. This is because cart and tour bags are designed to be more bulkier, therefore they fit more securely on a trolley. There is nothing wrong with having a stand bag on a trolley, but be wary it is more likely to twist and cause irritation. 

What is the difference between a stand bag and a trolley bag?

Stand bags look similar to trolley bags, but they come with built-in legs that allow them to stand upright on the green. They also come with shoulder straps, so you can carry it around the course as you play. If you're using electric or push carts, then a trolley bag fits more comfortably.

Dan Parker
Staff Writer

Dan has been with Golf Monthly team since 2021. He graduated with a Masters degree in International Journalism from the University of Sussex and looks after equipment reviews and buyer's guides, specializing in golf shoe, golf bag and golf cart reviews. Dan has now tested and reviewed over 30 pairs of golf shoes and is an expert in the field. A left-handed golfer, his handicap index is currently 6.5 and he plays at Fulford Heath Golf Club in the West Midlands. 


Dan is currently playing: 


Driver: TaylorMade Stealth 2 

Fairway: TaylorMade Stealth 2 15°, Ping G425 Max 21°

Hybrid: Ping G425 

Irons: Cobra King Tec Utility, Ping i230 (5-PW) 

Wedges: Ping Glide Forged Pro

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X

Ball: TaylorMade TP5x

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