Best Golf Carts 2026

Golf carts have surged in popularity in recent years. Also known as 'trolleys' in the UK, golf cats course easier and help conserve energy—making 18 holes far less exhausting than carrying your clubs.

Today, there's a range of options available on the market. Brands such as Motocaddy, PowaKaddy and Stewart Golf have developed push carts, electric carts and even remote-control models to make walking the course more convenient, enjoyable and ultimately: easier on the body.

This guide should give you an idea on some of the best in the business in the remote, electric and push categories. If you want to be more specific then take a look at our guides on the best remote control trolleys, best electric golf trolleys and best push carts as well.

Best Golf Carts 2026

The Quick List

Best push

The Blade IP 2 push cart builds upon its award-winning predecessor by offering one of the most intuitive and compact designs on the market. Its signature FlatFold mechanism allows the trolley to be erected or folded almost instantly with a single clip, making it perfect for golfers who value quick setup and easy storage.

Steering this thing on the golf is effortless thanks to its soft-grip foam handle and well-balanced wheelbase. A standout feature is the new XL organizer panel, which provides substantial storage space for essentials like rangefinders, phones, and balls, effectively serving as a high-access dashboard for your round. Despite its narrow profile, the cart remains remarkably steady, easily accommodating both heavy tour bags and lightweight stand bags without the need for constant adjustment.

It isn't the cheapest push cart on the market, but it is one, if not the best push cart out there on the market and a worthwhile investment for those who play frequently and prioritize a high-end user experience.

• Read our full Big Max Blade IP 2 Trolley Review

Best electric

At the top of Motocaddy's lineup sits the M5 GPS cart. Not only does it look fantastic, the hi-res 3.5” LCD display that can be controlled in all weather conditions—even when wearing a glove. The screen can also give yardages, track scores and the time of your round.

Thanks to the 3.5” LCD display, users can monitor time and battery life without hindering the ability to see the GPS distances and a view of the green. Plus, you can also move the pin position on the green so you can have greater confidence in choosing the right club. The drive system is efficient, reliable and incredibly intuitive to use.

Importantly, the cart folds down to a compact size which is assisted by the ability to invert the wheels and the front wheel automatically folding underneath. The assembly process requires two latches to be undone, and while they can be quite stiff, with practice the trolley can be erected in under five seconds.

• Read our full Motocaddy M5 GPS Cart Review

Best remote

At first glance, those familiar with Stewart trolleys will recognize many similarities, along with a few refreshed design elements. With its thoughtfully-designed 2 step folding system, the Vertx folds up to a surprisingly compact size, espcially when considering its overall size.

In testing, the new Active Terrain Control's (ATC) ability to tackle any sort of terrain or gradient on the golf course really stood out to us. It tackled some demanding gradients with total ease. We also thought the two wheels at the front performed well in terms of stability and maneuverability too.

Two points worth mentioning are the remote is a bit bulkier than its rivals, but it's still an ergonomic and easy-to-grasp design. Additionally the only thing that the Vertx is lacking versus its competitors from this year is the embedded GPS in the handle.

• Read our full Stewart Golf Vertx Remote Trolley Review

Most lightweight

The main selling point of the Bag Boy Slimfold is its ultra-slim folded profile, making it an ideal solution for golfers with limited car trunk space or small storage lockers. It's beautifully lightweight and the one-step folding mechanism is highly intuitive, requiring just a single lever to lock or unlock the cart.

There's a lot to love once on the golf course, too. One of its most practical features is the handle-mounted parking brake, which is far more accessible than the traditional foot-operated versions found on other models. It features an adjustable handle to suit golfers of all heights and remains stable over uneven terrain, though it prioritizes its lightweight, slim design over the heavy-duty sturdiness seen in larger models. The inclusion of a built-in water bottle holder and a versatile phone mount adds to its functional appeal.

If we were nit-picking, we'd point to the material used for the storage pouch as an area that can be improved for future versions of the Slimfold, but there is still enough room to host your golf balls, rangefinders and GPS.

• Read our full Bag Boy Slimfold Push Cart Review

Best GPS

While early GPS-integrated trolleys were often criticized for being cumbersome and heavy, PowaKaddy revolutionized the category with the CT8 - and the new CT12 takes that momentum even further. It is an exceptionally compact unit that pairs a sophisticated, modern aesthetic with am easy-to-use folding system. Its sleek design proves that a high-tech trolley doesn't have to look like a piece of industrial machinery; instead, it offers a premium, streamlined look that is as much about style as it is about substance.

The centerpiece of the CT12 is the upgraded 5-inch full-color touchscreen, which provides a crystal-clear interface for over 40,000 preloaded global courses. By switching the display from a traditional screen to portrait , PowaKaddy has significantly improved the ergonomics of the handle area, making the screen easier to navigate without cluttering your workspace. The display is sharp and unobtrusive, ensuring you can check yardages to the front, middle, and back of the green without the technology ever getting in the way of accessing your clubs.

In terms of features, the CT12 ticks just about every box you could want from an electric trolley. When you factor in how easy it is to set up, fold away and use on the course, it firmly establishes itself as one of the very best compact golf trolleys available.

• Read our full PowaKaddy CT12 GPS Electric Trolley Review

Best value electric

The Motocaddy SE serves as the perfect entry point for golfers who are ready to retire their carry bags or manual push carts in favor of a more effortless walk. It is an intentionally simple model designed to lower the barrier to entry for electric power, offering a straightforward experience at one of the most aggressive and competitive price points in the market. While the absence of a digital screen might be a dealbreaker for tech-obsessed players, it is a pragmatic omission that allows the core technology to remain affordable without sacrificing build quality.

Despite its minimalist philosophy, the SE isn't devoid of modern conveniences. A cleverly placed USB charging port beneath the handle is a standout feature, proving invaluable for topping up a phone or rangefinder mid-round. Additionally, the inclusion of upgraded, high-durability tires is a subtle but significant improvement, ensuring the trolley stands up to the rigors of frequent use better than previous entry-level iterations.

Overall, the SE offers a simple and accessible route for golfers looking to move from one of the best push carts to a highly affordable electric option.

• Read our full Motocaddy SE Electric Trolley Review

How we test golf carts

We test carts with the same ethos as all other golf gear - rigorously and comprehensively. If we say we have reviewed a golf product then we have done so out on the golf course, in different conditions. This is particularly important for carts because you want your model to perform as well in the winter as it does in the summer. It is worth saying that this section of testing is overseen by Staff Writer Dan Parker, someone with years of experience testing things like bags and golf carts.

Our cart testing takes place over a number of weeks and months to ensure we have tested just what the cart is like to use regularly, and as part of everyday life. How easy is the cart to assemble and fold down? How does it work on different courses and ground conditions? How easy is it to get in and out of the car, and so on and so forth. Testing over a significant period of time lets us answer questions and gauge performance in terms of usability, durability, ease of use, technology, battery life for electric or remote models and all the way down to the looks of the cart. The sheer array of features on electric and remote models in particular allows us to properly test GPS elements, connectivity, follow features and so on as well.

The entire Golf Monthly team plays golf regularly so can put golf gear to the test with ease and it should be acknowledged that no manufacturer can buy a good review. Our team tells it how we see it.

What to consider when buying a golf cart

What factors should you consider when thinking about buying a golf cart and how do you choose the right model for you? We take a look below.

Electric/Push

Obviously the first thing you want to think about is whether you want an electric model, or a push cart. Electric designs are obviously more expensive but come with a lot more features and require less effort to maneuver. Push carts are cheaper, usually lighter and very easy to use.

Features

As we mentioned above lots of different models come with a wide range of features, and some look to simply perform as a trolley. For example some electric models come with GPS functionality, remote controls, shot-tracking and large LCD screens. Push carts also come with features like storage compartments, drinks holder, adjustable handle and so on. Therefore you should think about what extra features would be important to you when using a golf cart.

Ease of use

The whole point of a golf cart is to make life easier on the golf course when moving from shot to shot, so a cart that isn't easy to use is pointless. They have to be easy to maneuver on the course and getting it out of the car, and most designs fold away too so this foldable process has to be simple to put up and fold away as well.

Storage

Us golfers accumulate a lot of stuff whether it be tees, balls, scorecard, phone, wallet and so on and so forth. Sure it is easy to store this in the golf bag on the cart but for ease of access it is good to store things in the trolley too. As a result pretty much all trolleys come with storage compartments these days with some being larger than others.

Durability

A golf cart can be a large investment so it has to be able to last a long time, as well as deal with the rain, mud, and whatever general use gets thrown at it on the golf course. As such we recommend looking at models that are made from strong materials like aluminum.

Price

With so many brands making golf carts these days there is a model for everyone at every price point. If you want to go for the cheapest option which will just act as a cart, you can. Or if you want all the bells and whistles on an electric design, you can do that too. It is all a question of how much you want to spend.

FAQs

If you enjoyed this guide on the best golf carts, why not take a look at some of our other buying guides, such as the most compact golf trolleys.