Best Golf Club Sets 2024: The Entire Set

Choosing golf clubs is very difficult even for experienced golfers, but for someone at the beginning of their golfing journey it is especially tricky as there are so many options to choose from. A quick and easy way to get you into the game of golf is a package set, as it provides all the basics a new golfers needs and comes with a knock-down price tag.

The best golf drivers and golf irons will set you back hundreds or even thousands of dollars and, in the current climate, that can be difficult to get your head around. The solution to that, especially for new golfers and high handicap players, is a package set, which come with golf clubs, headcovers and a bag to ensure you have all you need to get out on the course. While they may not be as good as the top of the range clubs out there, it's worth pointing out that new golfers and less skilled players aren't going to get the full benefit from some of those high end clubs anyway, so a package set is perfect for their needs.

Like the best golf club sets for kids, these package sets are usually aimed at beginners, but some premium brands such as Callaway and TaylorMade, produce higher end package sets that wouldn't look out of place in a more experienced players bag, so there is quality to be had and there is something for every budget. Because of this, we have listed below the best models on the market right now, with all pitched at various price points.

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The Quick List

Best Golf Club Sets - Best Package Sets

Top pick

Although the Callaway XR Package Set comes in at the higher-end of the price scale, we do think that you get a lot of bang for your buck. It comes with a 10.5˚ driver, 3-wood and 4-hybrid, then its 5-iron to pitching wedge followed by a gap wedge, 55˚ sand wedge, putter and a bag. So everything you need.

As soon as we opened the box we could see that this was more premium than we're used to seeing with most package sets. The woods feature a luxurious matte black crown and are shaped to look generous down behind the ball. The game improvement theme continues with the irons, which boast a generous topline that is confidence-inspiring at address. The putter has a simple black and white colour combination and a generous sized head that we loved. While there is plenty of alignment help, the putter still retains an aspirational look.

In our testing we found that the clubs were easy to flight, which is exactly what you are looking for in a package set. This was a theme right throughout the bag and we feel that this set will be of particular benefit to those who have slower swing speeds. One final observation is that although the bag may not have the quality of the best golf stand bags, we were impressed with the quality and would say it's one of the best we’ve seen from a package set line-up.

• Read our full Callaway XR Package Set Review

Best mass appeal

This package set from TaylorMade is at the premium end of the package set market and we would say that the quality of the equipment certainly matches the price tag. It's a 12-piece set which includes six irons, two hybrids, two fairway woods, a driver, putter, and a trolley bag. It's a great choice for beginners, especially as we don't think it looks like a beginner's set. The clubs all have clean, premium aesthetics and in our view wouldn't look out of place in the bag of a mid-handicapper.

As with the Callaway XR Set, the irons feature toplines that are thick enough to inspire confidence at address without being too clunky. The grey finish on the crown of the woods combines with a small flash of green, which in our opinion looks superb. Moving down the bag, we would say that the sand wedge and putter are slightly more compact, with a refined, premium look.

This set was very enjoyable to test. We were impressed by the overall performance and found all clubs to be forgiving and easy to launch. While the ball flight was on the high side for us, this set isn't aimed at lower handicap golfers so that is to be expected. The target market for these clubs are golfers who may sometimes to struggle to get the ball up in the air. If we had one criticism it would be that the bag was a little bit flimsy, so maybe it would worth investing in a proper cart bag but, other than that, this is a package set that is built to last.

• Read our full TaylorMade RBZ SpeedLite Package Set Review

Best set choice

We're big, big fans of the various package sets offered by Strata, both in the mens and women's categories. The Strata Men's set is available in an 11 or 9 piece option and both offer terrific value. The 11-piece consists of a driver, fairway wood, two hybrids, 6 iron to pitching wedge, putter and a stand bag. It's certainly impressive value for the money.

The bag is lightweight and comes with plenty of pockets, while also boasting excellent club storage in the top. We should point out that it is not waterproof, but in fairness you wouldn't expect that in a package set at this price. If you often play in bad weather, it would be advisable to upgrade and go for one of the best waterproof golf bags.

In testing, we felt that all of the clubs were forgiving and easy to hit. They might not have the same premium look as the top end products, but we have zero complaints about the performance on offer and we feel that the look of the clubs is very suited to the target market.

All of the the clubs are appealing to look down on over the ball. You can see a lot of the driver face at address, whilst the irons (our favorite clubs in the set) have a thick topline and a generous amount of offset. This should suit those who tend to slice their irons. The only negative would be the putter, which is fine for what it is, but doesn't have milling or insert on the face. We would probably recommend checking out the best cheap putters under £100 if you don't want to spend a huge amount here.

• Read our full Strata Men's Golf Package Set Review

Best forgiveness

One of the best brands when it comes to value is Wilson, who have a long standing reputation within the game for producing quality equipment to cater for every budget, from beginner to pro. The Wilson Prostaff SGI package set is aimed at the new golfer who is not looking to spend too much but wants a good quality set that contains everything they need. We think this set provides excellent value for money. You get 10 clubs in total, including driver, fairway wood, hybrid, 6-9-iron, two wedges, a putter and a bag.

In our view this set is ideal for anyone new to golf because it is designed to provide plenty of help in getting the ball in the air and offers plenty of forgiveness for when you don’t find the centre of the clubface. Our testing showed that the sweet spots on the clubs (especially the irons), are large and forgiving, while the heads themselves inspire confidence due to their shape. We also noted that the wide sole of the sand wedge made escaping bunkers far easier. This is worth mentioning as sand shots is an area of the game where most beginners really struggle.

This is an 11 piece set, so the option of adding extra clubs to the bag is very viable. For example, we would look at adding another fairway or hybrid, as well as a couple of specialist wedges for those shots around the green.

• Read our full Wilson Prostaff SGI Package Set Review

Best dispersion

While in recent years PXG has begun to offer some much more budget friendly options, the brand has generally been known for producing premium products at a high price point. With a price tag north of $1,600 this package set falls firmly into that category but we would certainly class the 0211 Z as one of the best club sets for beginners on the market.

This is a luxurious, impressive set of golf golf clubs. The driver in particular felt and looked amazing when we tested it. The matte top has a simple X in white showing you the center of the face from the top and, as with the other clubs in the set was very forgiving. We loved the irons, which really came into their own when we tested the set on the course. In the 10 piece set you get six hybrid-style clubs (6-9 plus a pitching wedge and sand wedge) which are great for beginners and seniors. You also get three woods (a 16° driver, 4 and 5 wood) and a 0211 Hellcat Putter along with the PXG Bag and a hat.

One thing we did notice though is these clubs can be quite loud acoustically at impact; very loud in fact! For experienced golfers that can be a turn off, but for beginners it can actually be quite satisfying in a “look at me I just hit the ball really hard” kind of way!

• Read our full PXG 0211 Z Golf Club Set Review

Best bag

The Cobra Fly XL set looks the part and we were thoroughly impressed with how good these clubs looked when we unboxed them. Cobra is a brand with an established reputation for offering value and this set certainly strengthens that reputation.

You certainly get a lot for your money, including 10 golf clubs plus a really sturdy, lightweight stand bag with a 5-way divider, fleece-lined valuables' pocket and a matching rain hood. Alternatively, Cobra also offers a cart bag version if that's more preferable.

In terms of performance in our testing, it was immediately clear that Cobra have thought about the target market for this set. Firstly, you get a 5-wood instead of a 3. Why is that significant? Because for the golfer this set is aimed at, a 5-wood is easier to hit as the extra loft on the face will benefit most golfers that lack swing speed or ball-striking prowess. All of the clubs have been designed with forgiveness in mind, and the only exception to that in our opinion would be the putter. We feel that the set could benefit from the forgiveness offered by a mallet style, rather than a blade.

• Read our full Cobra Fly XL Package Set Review

best value for money

To begin with, the TE-400 from Tour Edge features 12 golf clubs that are tailored towards the upper end of the bag. For example, there is a driver, 3 and 5-wood, 4 and 5-hybrid, as well as 6-iron to sand wedge and a putter. Because there are two free spaces left to complete the full 14-club line-up, players may opt to add one or two more of the best wedges to the bag but, overall, there's a lot there for your money.

Performance-wise, the TE-400 felt solid on impact, was easy to launch and, most importantly of all, were extremely forgiving on mis-hits, something which is crucial when starting out the game of golf. All the clubs performed well, but the main stand-out was the driver which, for the modest price tag, certainly over-performed!

Admittedly, the looks of the fairway woods and putter in this package set won't set the world on fire. Personally, we felt the small ‘T’ logo on the crown looks a long way out of alignment, whilst the putter features some unnecessary colors and some less-than-optimal paintwork. We appreciated the effort that had gone into it, but it could have been executed better.

• Read our full Tour Edge TE-400 Package Set Review

Best women's set

Strata may not be the most well known brand to many women golfers but it has a rich history in golf and it’s great to see it making a comeback. As mentioned above, we love the package sets they offer and when it comes to the best sets for women this is our pick. It's an all encompassing, 16-piece package set which consists of a fantastic 12° driver, fairway wood, 4 and 5 hybrid, 6-9 iron, pitching wedge, sand wedge and a putter. All of this is kept together in a tidy stand bag.

In testing we found that the clubs deliver excellent distance with good forgiveness too. Off the tee it flew straight while the turf interaction on the irons also impressed. Aesthetically we think they look superb, certainly more premium than the price tag suggests. The glossy chrome finish across the irons actually reminded us of the Callaway Big Bertha Irons.

One thing we would question a little is the putter, which is a blade style. Some beginners may prefer to use a mallet putter due to the extra stability and forgiveness, but we would also concede that this putter boasts a very sleek aesthetic and handy alignment aid on its top line, that will help with your accuracy. If you prefer a more forgiving putter then, as this set costs only a little more than some drivers, you could use the savings to pick up a putter more to your liking.

• Read our full Strata Women's Package Set Review

Best premium women's

We would describe the Callaway Reva as the Aston Martin of women's package sets. It has been engineered for premium performance, it's positively luxurious in looks and everything is made from high-quality components. Basically the Reva has been put together to give the woman golfer everything needed from tee-to-green, and while not exclusively aimed at the new golfer, it is perfect for anybody who is relatively new to the game.

You get a driver, three wood, 5 and 6 hybrids, 7-9 iron, a pitching and sand wedge and a putter, as well as a lovely cart bag and five headcovers. When we tested this set we particularly loved the driver performance. It launched high with a nice ball flight and also had a nice, powerful feel. The big circular target-style sweet spot on the face is so inviting as you feel like its impossible to miss. The three-wood and hybrids continued this theme as well, which will certainly appeal to golfers who struggle in this area.

As for the irons, they are large, cavity backs that have been designed to offer forgiveness on mis-hits. Our testing seemed to confirm this, as they felt effortlessly light to swing thanks to the stability and forgiveness on offer. In our view the main thing that makes this one of the best women’s golf sets is that the putter is fantastic and unlike anything you would normally find in a package set. The fang design, coupled with the Stroke Lab shaft technology, helps with tempo and consistency and we absolutely loved it, especially in the blue finish.

• Read our full Callaway REVA Ladies Package Set Review

Best women's beginner

This 9-club set is ideal for beginner golfers because it has been designed to help get the ball airborne and provides exceptional forgiveness. Based on our testing we would say that the quality of performance and the look of these clubs belies the price. While it's not a set that an improving golfer will want to keep long-term, for a woman at the beginning of her golfing journey we think it's ideal.

Firstly, it has every club in the bag that a new player could possibly need to get them from tee to green. There's a driver, 5-wood, hybrid, SW-7 iron, putter plus a sturdy cart bag. At a price point of around $600 this is great value for money. Each club in the bag provides plenty of loft to help get the ball airborne and we also noted there was plenty of forgiveness plus a confidence-inspiring look, all of which are important to beginners.

The irons feature a cavity-back design, thick sole and a large clubhead, all of which are designed with easy launch in mind. The aesthetics are appealing too. The black/pink color scheme is ultra feminine, with the bag and matching headcovers really standing out. The shafts and clubheads are more understated and are predominantly grey and black respectively, but there is just a smidgen of pink which really adds the final touch.

• Read our full Cleveland Bloom Ladies Package Set Review

How we test golf clubs

We take all of our testing very seriously here at Golf Monthly and golf club sets are no exception when it comes to our testing ethos and methodology. We put all sets to the test on the range as well as out on the course and over a number of rounds to see how they perform in different environments and in varying conditions. We believe that it is only through using each club out on the course and at the range that you can get an idea of how well something is made and how it performs. Only by using a set can we gauge feel, sound, durability, usability, quality, and so on and so forth.

Additionally we want to make very clear that no manufacturer can buy a good review because our testing team tells it how it is, and we often have to buy the sets ourselves to put them to the test.

How to choose a golf set

If you want to get an entire set of clubs then there are some crucial factors to be aware of before purchasing. We have given some advice below.

What comes in the set

The great thing about golf is if you want to buy single golf clubs for your bag you can, but you can also get entire sets with one purchase too. When doing the latter, it is worth checking which clubs come as part of the set to make sure you have all bases covered, and it is also worth getting a bag with the set too.

Forgiveness

Chances are if you want an entire set of clubs like the ones above you are probably a beginner or junior and the big factor to consider here is therefore forgiveness. The most common problem for beginner and junior players is mishit shots which limits distance and hinders accuracy. Beginner and junior golf clubs are designed to have larger heads and sweet spots, and therefore more forgiveness to help players still make solid contact with the golf ball.

Quality

A common problem for entire sets can be quality. Unlike the models we picked above, many can be poorly made and have issues with the head, shaft or grip, or even all three. Therefore it is definitely worth going for brands that are well-respected in the game of golf because the products will have been made properly and would've been designed to perform properly. The prevalence of Wilson, Callaway and TaylorMade in this area is a case in point.

Budget

Obviously there are different sets at different price points so it is worth thinking about whether you want to spend more or less here. You can go down the premium route with brands like TaylorMade or Callaway, or you can find a cheaper option with brands like MacGregor. What is important to note though is a package set is ticking off a lot of boxes with one purchase whereas if you want to buy clubs individually this can take longer and can be more expensive.

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