Best Golf Gifts 2024 - Our 15 top gifts for golfers on Memorial Day
Need some gift inspiration? Our best golf gifts' guide has ideas galore for the golfer in your life
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4. Best mat
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6. Best ball
7. Best shoes
8. Best speaker
9. Best cheap laser
10. Best cart
11. Best mid-price watch
12. Best travel bag
13. Best premium set
14. Best sunglasses
15. Best mat for breaking putts
16. Best net
17. Best reading material
Several shopping events may have been and gone in 2024 so far but the golf season is properly starting soon and we also have Memorial Day on the 27th May too, which can often be a handy way of stocking up on golf gear heading into summer.
As a result we regularly see retailers do Memorial Day sales and we often see good deals on older equipment, as well as the odd deal on new gear. As such, we have created this post to highlight some of our absolute favorite gift ideas leading up to the day itself, and we will update this page regularly to make sure they are the best prices.
Admittedly, a golf gift can be difficult to get right, especially when you don't know the ins-and-outs of the sport. However, at Golf Monthly, we have come up with 15 options that every golf fan would like as we approach hotter, and more golf appropriate weather.
Along with the best golf simulators, best golf accessories and even best golf balls, we have tried to take budget into consideration with these choices. That is why this guide focuses on everything from shoes to GPS gear and golf training aids. Also, it's worth mentioning that gift cards are a good way to go as well, so we have included some good options below, as well as the best sales.
Sales and Gift Cards
- Amazon: Paradym, Stealth 2, shoes and more
- PGA Tour Superstore: Up to 50% off golf gifts
- Carls Golfland: Clearances on clubs
- Scottsdale Golf: Up to 50% off clothing, footwear
- adidas: Up to 40% on apparel, footwear
- Rock Bottom Golf: 25% clearance sitewide
- The Golf Warehouse: Deals on all categories
- Nike: Up to 49% off clothing and shoes
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A superb alternative to having to go to the driving range to work on your swing. The Phigolf 2 simulator provides extensive feedback on a range of data.
Best mat
The Perfect Practice Putting Mat is a great training aid that will help hone your stroke. The various lines do a great job of providing clear visual feedback.
Best cheap watch
If you are looking for something simple that works well, the S12 ticks the box. The yardages are accurate and well-displayed on a black and white screen.
Best ball
In testing, the distance and greenside spin was superb, whilst those seeking help with alignment could definitely see improvements thanks to the Stripe.
Best shoes
A standout spikeless golf shoe. We love Ecco's move to an even more athletic look whilst sticking to its roots of comfort and breathability.
Best speaker
A small, lightweight speaker that adds a lot of fun to your rounds, this portable model is a great and loud option for anyone who likes to listen to music on the course.
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Best cheap laser
The Inesis Golf 900 is a high-quality rangefinder that boasts similar accuracy to some of the leading models on the market at a much lower price.
Best cart
Lightweight, compact and with plenty of storage, the Bag Boy Nitron is one of the best push carts we've tested thanks to it nailing the basics.
Best mid-price watch
The Aim W12 is a user-friendly, feature-packed golf watch that will help you plot your route around the course, choosing the right club along the way.
Best travel bag
The ClubGlider Meridian is a joy to use and you will be the envy of the airport when wheeling it around whilst other golfers continually pick up their travel covers.
Best premium set
An outstanding package set that offers high levels of performance from driver to putter. In particular, we loved how easy to hit the irons and woods were.
Best sunglasses
Coming in at a very modest price, the three lenses are extremely versatile as you essentially get three pairs in one. What's more, the styling is such that you could wear them off the golf course as well.
Best mat for breaking putts
Here's your chance to work on a part of your game that you've likely ignored, the breaking putt, which makes up around 90 per cent of your work on the greens.
Best net
You can practice anywhere with this net. It is made from durable metal and fiberglass giving it a good degree of sturdiness and toughness.
Best reading material
We are biased of course but, as far as reading material goes, we think a Golf Monthly annual subscription is an awesome gift for the golfer in your life.
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PHIGolf's Smart Home Golf Simulator is a fun and performance-enhancing simulator that is very easy to set up and use. Importantly, it takes up very little space in your home and you won't need a hitting mat or a net with this simulator. It comes with a swing stick that features a built-in motion sensor that tracks your golf swing.
Ultimately, this simulator is built for entertainment purposes, allowing users to play some of the most iconic courses in the world of golf from Pebble Beach to St Andrews. It also comes with seven different game modes including stroke play, nearest to the pin and longest drive, meaning there are hours and hours of fun to be had.
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First things first, the Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat is straight-forward to set-up, taking a mere few minutes, with the end result looking really premium. It features the mat itself, which is attached to the raised, wooden end part with two holes of different sizes in it. There is also a wooden backstop and four wooden slats that fit together to create a channel for the ball to roll back towards you.
In testing, the channel worked really well and, for more convenience, you can remove one of the slats when practicing the shorter putts. We felt that this could be one of the best golf training aids money can buy, with the mat working very well on both a tiled (kitchen) floor and carpeted floor. We should add that you must be careful with the way you store this item and take care when unrolling it. If you store it correctly, you should be able to get a smooth, consistent roll for many years.
One of our writers, David Usher, bought one of these during lockdown a few years ago and has said just how much he loves it. He said specifically; 'I can’t recommend it highly enough. I still occasionally set it up if I’ve been struggling with three or four footers as it helps massively with repetition of stroke and confidence building.'
- Read our full Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat Review
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A GPS device is a must these days because there is no excuse for getting the wrong yardage when out on the course. A good way of dealing with this problem is a yardage device and, one of the best golf watches available is the Approach S12 from Garmin. It in at a slightly lower price point that represents excellent value. With access to more than 40,000 preloaded courses, finding your desired venue is extremely quick and easy.
From there, we found the usability of this watch to be brilliant. Off the tee, it provides loads of information on things like distances to bunkers, water hazards and ideal lay-up yardages, while you can also move the flag around to get a more exact number for your approach shots.
Another performance aspect we really liked was the measure-shot feature that does as you'd expect - it tracks how far you've struck a given shot. It's also really easy to input scores and a few stats at the end of each hole, giving golfers an idea of what they've done well and perhaps not so well after the round. Finally, Big-Numbers mode, coupled with the sunlight-readable dial, is great for those whose eyesight maybe isn't what it once was.
- Read our full Garmin Approach S12 GPS Watch Review
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We all know how TaylorMade regularly look to start trends and think outside the box when it comes to technology and golf equipment design, and the Stripe seems to continue this ideology, with a lime green and grey coloured band (other colors available) that wraps around the ball.
This bold look might not be for everyone but we loved it as a striking alternative from TaylorMade. If you are a player that struggles with alignment or getting to roll the ball properly end-over-end then the Stripe is designed to help.
Overall, we really felt that this is an excellent all-round golf ball that offers performance close to the Tour-level models, with a slightly lower price point, hence why it secured a spot in Editor's Choice Awards.
- Read our full TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe Review
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One of the most technology-packed spikeless golf shoes we've tested, the Ecco Biom C4 seriously impressed us with its overall comfort, grip, style and breathability. It's built nicely on the foundations of the excellent Biom H4 but the new sneaker style has won our hearts from a style perspective, and the performance is there to match.
The Biom C4 uses Ecco's Exhaust Grid technology that scoops fresh air towards the sole of the foot to keep it cool. This, combined with Gore-Tex surround and breathable Ortholite insole, makes this the most breathable shoe by some stretch.
Another excellent touch from Ecco is that the insole is removable to allow for more width in the shoe. This will make the Biom C4 suitable for those with wider feet and there is still the same amount of comfort and cushioning with the first insole removed.
- Read our full Ecco Biom C4 Golf Shoe Review
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Speakers have become all the rage on the golf course over the last few years and this model is one of our favorites. A small, lightweight speaker that adds a lot of fun to your rounds, this portable model is a great and loud option for anyone who likes to listen to music on the course.
In testing, we felt that the set-up was super easy and stress-free, while we really enjoyed the magnetic clip on its back that you can attach to any metal structure. Once the app is downloaded and connected to your speaker, you can head to the course and use a nearby search to find the course you are playing and begin your round. The app displays yardages to the front, middle and back of greens and while you may not be looking at your phone on the course, a quick press of the button that looks like a flag, will have the speaker momentarily mute the music and read out the yardages to the different segments of the green. Finally it is charged by a USB-C cable and will hold enough battery for two rounds. Such is the quality, we felt it was one of the best golf speakers on the market.
- Read our full TecTecTec Team8 GPS Speaker Review
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As our other equipment guides have proven, we have become fans of Inesis gear of late and the same can be said of this rangefinder. Not only is it competitively priced, but this unit boasts a Slope Compensation switch so you can toggle on and off slope-adjusted distances.
We actually put this model up against a more expensive rangefinder (the Bushnell Tour V5 Shift) and we found it more than kept up with accuracy and ease of use. It features a first target priority function that isolates the flag, while measurements are confirmed by vibration and, rather importantly, it is accurate to +/- 1 yard and can measure in both yards or meters.
Finally, you also get 6x magnification, so you get a clear view when looking through the viewfinder and we also liked the weight, particularly the way it sits so well in the hand. Acknowledging all of this, if you, or the golfer in your life, need a laser rangefinder, then we cannot recommend this Inesis model enough, especially because of the undeniable value on offer.
- Read our full Inesis Golf 900 Laser Rangefinder Review
Best cart
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Do you know someone who insists on walking the golf course? Well, a good push cart is the way forward and one of our top picks is the Nitron from Bag Boy. A model that made our best push carts list due to its simple set-up procedure, lightweight nature and compact build when folded down.
What really impressed us in our testing was the speed at which the patented nitrogen-powered opening mechanism worked. It opens up in one smooth action and then folds closed again just as easily at the end of a round.
Away from the mechanism, it is very lightweight and compact when folded down, which makes it perfect for storing. Also, the Nitron isn't as heavy or bulky as other similar carts on the market and has a number of features which exceed other models. These include an integrated beverage holder, mobile device holder and golf ball storage, handle-mounted parking brake and bungee straps that secure the golf bag with ease, making this incredible value.
- Read our full Bag Boy Nitron Push Cart Review
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This user-friendly, feature-packed golf watch will certainly catch the eye of many players of differing experience levels. The GolfBuddy Aim W12 is an example of the cutting edge features and designs going into some of the best golf watches on the market right now.
Aesthetically, the watch looks a lot slicker than the previous W11 and has certainly been streamlined thanks to the flatter button in the corner. What's more, the face looks to have been blended in better with the the cool looking bezel and it comes with a leather strap as standard. If leather isn't your cup of tea, it also comes with a silicon strap in the box too, which may be more appropriate if you're playing in warmer conditions.
Looking to the touchscreen now, and the display is very bright and reassuringly responsive. The watch will only start displaying distances when you arrive at the first tee which was a little frustrating, but it did show good visuals and a 2D flyover of each hole which provided a good idea of what to expect and allowed us to plan out a strategy. The graphics and maps were very easy to use and you can also measure shot distances with the watch too. Overall, the user experience here was faultless, the watch was quick and easy to grasp and navigate around different screens and metrics. It is also now IPX7 waterproof too, which will provide peace of mind if you ever get caught in the rain.
- Read our full GolfBuddy Aim W12 Golf Watch Review
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Got a golf trip lined up but still using the same travel bag from decades ago? Well an upgrade is vital, especially if you want to keep your clubs safe and secure when travelling.
This is where the Meridian from Sun Mountain comes in and, just like the name suggests, it simply glides around the airport and takes away any stress from your back, arms and wrists that comes with carrying or trying to maneuever a bag without wheels. The legs are very sturdy and the wheels roll excellently.
The padding around the top of the bag is very thick and should mean that there are no accidents with your driver and fairway woods. The bag also comes with two spacious outside pockets, one on either side, that can easily house jackets, coats, jumpers or anything else you see fit to put in there for easy access. Inside the bag, there are two straps to keep your golf bag secured and there’s enough room for plenty more too. Overall we loved this model and we think you will too.
- Read our full Sun Mountain ClubGlider Meridian Travel Cover Review
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What makes this one of the best sets for beginners? Well, Callaway have made these clubs extremely confidence-inspiring at address, with all the models making it as easy as possible to launch into the air.
The first thing to cover is what you get for your money. There are 12 clubs in total ranging from driver to putter. The version we tested featured a 10.5˚ driver, 3-wood and 4-hybrid, then 5-iron to pitching wedge followed by a gap wedge, 55˚ sand wedge and a putter. From a gapping perspective, this composition makes perfect sense and for most golfers, this line-up is more than enough to get you onto the course.
Testing-wise, all are aesthetically pleasing at address and will provide the user with plenty of confidence. The main standout is how large the heads are at address, which is a key principle when it comes to new golfers who are looking to swing at the golf ball. All the clubs have a smart, aspirational aesthetic that isn’t too dissimilar to the Callaway Rogue ST woods and, in the driver, it sits slightly closed. This means that it should fight those with an annoying slice, whilst also being easier to launch. The irons are also unmistakably Callaway and the putter looks fantastic as well.
- Read our full Callaway XR Package Set Review
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The biggest compliment we could pay the Veloce sunglasses is that you genuinely don’t notice you’re wearing them. They weigh just 28g and feature an adjustable nose piece, which helps create a comfortable and secure fit.
They are constructed with matte black Grilamid TR-90 frames which, when we tested them, felt sturdy and well made, plus there’s just enough give in them to ensure they will fit a variety of face sizes. The other benefit of have a little bit of flexibility built in is that they are less likely to snap should they get accidentally knocked or sat on. Thankfully, the Veloce comes with a firm zippered carry case which stores the frame and the other lenses available.
Along with the frames, the lenses are made of a shatterproof polycarbonate and are scratch-resistant. With the slip-resistant rubber arms and robust nylon frame, they are comfortable, secure and will do the vital job of protecting your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. There are even small vents in the lenses to prevent fogging - Tifosi has thought of everything. Overall, these are some of the best golf sunglasses on the market and they don't cost an arm and a leg either, making them an excellent gift.
- Read our full Tifosi Veloce Interchangeable Sunglasses Review
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We all have an idea of how we putt but have very little real feedback... However, thanks to help from Piers Ward and Andy Proudman, world-renowned PGA professionals who will be familiar to all of us through their online coaching and tips, you can purchase this fascinating bit of kit for the golf fan in your life.
Essentially, the Breaking Ball Putting Mat includes three revolutionary breaking balls and a putting mat. The balls have differently weighted breaks – the green ball has a slight break, the red ball has a medium break and the blue ball has a heavy break - with there also being three mats to choose from – 7.5ft (2.3m), 11ft (3.4m) and 14ft (4.3m).
An important aspect we noticed in testing though was the balls, despite the weights, aren’t clicky and don’t feel alien to other golf balls that you might use on the course and the mat is medium to fast. So it does a pretty good job replicating what we experience on the course. It should also be added that it comes in some excellent packaging, is of very high quality and is easily packed away.
- Read our full Breaking Balls Putting Mat Review
Best net
Amazon Basics Portable Practice Net
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Does the golfer in your life want to work on their game at home? Well, a good, strong, sturdy golf net is a must and, therefore, we have picked this Amazon Basics model for this piece.
Firstly, don't let the 'basics' in the name fool you, this is a very good golf net (that can be used for other sports actually). It is made from durable metal and fiberglass giving it a degree of sturdiness and toughness. It's not just the material which shines though, as it is conveniently portable. This means it can be easily set up and taken down anywhere you like and then stored away in the handy carry bag. With three sizes to choose from, there should be something for everyone.
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A golfer for most of his life, Sam is Golf Monthly's E-commerce Editor.
Working with golf gear and equipment over the last six years, Sam has quickly built outstanding knowledge and expertise on golf products ranging from drivers, to balls, to shoes.
He combines this knowledge with a passion for helping golfers get the best gear for them, and as such Sam manages a team of writers that look to deliver the most accurate and informative reviews and buying advice. This takes the form of buying guides, reviews, supporting gear content as well as creating deal content.
This is so the reader can find exactly what they are looking for, at a good price.
Sam now spends most of his time testing and looking after golf gear content for the website, whilst he is also responsible for all content related to golf apparel.
Additionally Sam oversees Golf Monthly voucher/coupon content which seeks to find you the best offers and promotions from well-known brands like Callaway, TaylorMade and many more.
Unfortunately, Sam is not a member of any club at the moment but regularly gets out on the golf course to keep up the facade of having a single-figure handicap.
Sam's What's In The Bag:
Driver: Cobra LTDxLS (9 degrees)
Fairway Wood: Ping G430 Max (15 degrees), Nike Covert Tour 2.0 (19 degrees)
Irons (4-PW): Titleist AP2
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM7 54˚, 58˚
Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5
Ball: Srixon Z-Star Diamond
Shoes: G/FORE Gallivanter/Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3/Cuater The Ringer (For off the course he goes for Nike Jordan 1 Low G shoes as well)
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