Best Golf Club Sets 2025: Our experts pick the best models for men and women

No matter your ability, choosing the right golf clubs for your game can be a daunting task considering how many options we have out there but particularly for beginners. With so many different brands shouting at you it can become a little overwhelming rather quickly. At Golf Monthly, we'd always recommend for beginners to start with a package set because it takes the stress out of attaining a valuable golfing setup and remains modest in terms of price.

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. Instead of individually ticking off your list of wants and needs, a package set can do that for you, typically coming with clubs, headcovers and a golf bag to ensure you have all the essentials to begin your soon-to-be dazzling golf career. While package clubs might not perform as well as the premium clubs on the market, they are more than adequate for those starting or are inexperienced in the game of golf.

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. There are quality options to be found in the package set market, so below we've chosen our favorites from what we've tested recently across a range of price points to suit all golfers.

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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.

This set felt premium the moment we took it out of the box ahead of testing - the woods feature a premium feeling matte black crown and have a beautiful, confidence inspiring shape the head when set 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 for versatility

Is this the most comprehensive package set we've ever seen? It could well be...

The Wildcat set is designed for beginners and those casual players who don't want to dedicate too much time towards the game, prioritizing the fun aspect of things. The PXG Wildcat driver are the PXG Wildcat fairway wood and PXG Wildcat hybrid. Both are designed with a high-strength body material that allows for a thinner wall thickness and a lightweight feel. 16 degrees of loft and at 44 inches length on the driver makes it very user friendly and both clubs look superb both in the bag and at address.

The irons are made up of stainless steel and PXG’s proprietary XCOR2 polymer core system, designed to effectively remove mass from the center of the club to enhance forgiveness on mishits, while delivering low spin and high launch performance.

The Black Hawk putter, which combines the looks of a traditional mallet putter with some interesting design features, is a breath of fresh air in a part of the bag that is often skimped over by manufacturers. What's also excellent about this set, which includes a driver, a 5-fairway wood, a 6-hybrid, a 7-iron through sand wedge (SW), and putter, is that each club can be bought individually. This means those who want to keep it simple can slowly build up their bag as their game improves, allowing for lots of purchasing (and playing) versatility.

• Read our full PXG Wildcat 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 for approach play

A trusted brand have delivered a fantastic package set for the inexperienced or new golfer, offering high-quality components with a genuinely premium feeling design. Like with the best Callaway drivers and Callaway irons, the look is a slick and sophisticated one that won't blow anyone away but won't turn anyone off them either - manufacturers can tend to be a little patronising with the color and design choices, but not so here.

The Mavrik set is comprehensive, offering everything any beginner - or even a more accomplished player, for that matter - could need, including: Driver, 3-wood, 4 & 5 hybrid, 6 - SW, putter, and a stand bag. Some package sets can skimp on the golf bag provided, but Callaway have delivered a high quality stand bag with double straps and additional padding for your back, making for a very comfortable carry.

The Mavrik driver is designed unapologetically for forgiveness, and it absolutely delivers. The incredibly large sweet spot gobbles up those mishits as proficiently as some of the best drivers in the game, retaining a lot of ball speed even on some very poor strikes. The same can be said for the 3 wood and 4 + 5 hybrids which have a springy feel off the face that will (hopefully) make the user feel they don't have to swing out of their shoes.

The highlight of the package is the irons - they're right up there with the best irons I have tried in any package set I have reviewed over the past couple of years. Forgiving and delivering a lovely feel, they tick every box a beginner would want from a set. The icing on top of the cake is the traditional blade putter - The White Hot Pro 1 was considered one of the best putters of its era, so it is great to see it make an appearance here.

• Read our full Callaway Mavrik 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 for adjustability

Another set that is on the higher side of the price spectrum but justifies the price tag, TaylorMade have delivered another great set of beginners clubs here with the RBZ set. Golf nerds like myself will reminisce over the classic Rocketballz of yesteryear (specifically the hybrid, for me) so were a little disappointed not to see the flashy white color scheme on show here, but the clubs have a very clean, modern aesthetic nevertheless.

The full set includes: Driver, 3 Wood, 4 Hybrid, 6-PW irons, putter, and a cart bag, ticking every box you need. Although the bag cannot be compared to any of the best golf cart bags on the market, it stills provides ample storage for users. The star of the show clubs-wise is the driver which, like most drivers in this guide, is designed to provide ample forgiveness and high launch. The adjustable hosel is a fantastic addition, especially in a package set, as it allows golfers to fine-tune the loft and face angle to better suit their swing and preferences, and importantly, allows this driver to grow along with your ability if you are just starting out.

The woods and hybrids continue the theme of forgiveness, as do the irons. The feel of said irons is solid, bordering on a little clunky and obviously won't be as soft or nice as some of the best irons in the game, but that's to be expected in this category. The main thing is they are easy to use and they certainly fulfil that brief.

A high quality putter tops off the set. They have brought in a version of the popular Spider range, one of the most popular and best putters on the market. The Spider Splitback putter looks great and has symmetrical wings that make alignment very easily, whilst plenty of MOI is crammed into the face to provide the most forgiveness possible. The Pure Roll insert gives a nice feel and caps off a really well-rounded set.

• Read our full TaylorMade RBZ Package Set Review

Best for intermediate golfers

This set is more suited to those who already have a bit of experience in the game and want an upgrade from their original package set. With the Stix Jack Nicklaus Essentials Package Set you can get your hands on a premium set but without the sky high price tag.

The stand bag sets the tone for this package set, delivering a slick colorway and design, whilst the sock-style headcovers look great and the combination of the matte and gloss finish on the driver head looks very cool. During testing we saw generous launch from the 10.5°, 460cc driver head and relayed pleasant feedback when hit well. The mishits were punished at little more than on the most forgiving drivers, but I thought the overall performance was outstanding for a package set driver.

The irons helped separate this set from many of the competitors on the market. The thinner top line will appeal more towards an intermediate golfer rather than someone needing the extra forgiveness and confidence-inspiring look a thicker, larger head would offer. The feel of the face is soft and the same feedback is present with the premium-looking wedges. I loved the colored yellow groove at the bottom of the face which I thought helped square the face up to my target at address more easily.

The putter was a little disappointing - the small mid-mallet is an unusual shape and didn’t suit my eye when down behind the ball, but this would typically be the first club I'd recommend users swapping out and getting their own of when using package sets.

• Read our full Stix Nicklaus Essentials 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 for looks

Vice Golf has traditionally been known for offering premium quality golf balls at an affordable price direct to the consumer and this extends to their package set offerings via the Boost Starter Set. It's a slick, sleek and premium feeling set for those looking an easy avenue into the confusing world of purchasing golf clubs.

The nine clubs included in this set look and feel top quality which is something we can't say about every package set we test. The driver, for example, feels and looks just as good as some of the best drivers on the market! Although the 10° of loft on the oversized, confidence-inspiring driver head may be a little low for out-and-out beginners, golfers can stay in this driver once their skills develop rather than outgrow it after only a few months.

I was impressed with the distance output and feel from both the driver and the 4-hybrid, whilst the irons felt and looked fantastic in hand. The set provides you with a 6-iron through to sand wedge, the perfect combo for a beginner golfer or higher handicapper looking to upgrade their set. Although there was a decent amount of vibration for shots that missed the center of the face, when struck well the feedback was superb and deliver a high ball flight which is perfect for beginners.

Capping off the set is the putter and the bag, both of which are superb. The milled wide-bladed putter feels great off the face, offering a softer sensation through impact and the golf bag is lovely and lightweight. This is comfortably one of the most well-rounded package sets we've ever tested.

• Read our full Vice Boost Starter 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

How we test golf clubs

At Golf Monthly we pride ourselves in our testing and reviews as our process has been fine tuned over more than a decade of testing thousands of the best (and the worst...) golf equipment - from clubs and bags to rangefinders and launch monitors, if you see it on the shelf in your local pro shop or golf store, chances are we've reviewed it. Golf clubs sets are no exception for our testing ethos and methodology. Testing takes place over multiple days across different golf courses and playing conditions to ensure the fairest test possible as we review the sets across multiple rounds of golf - in our eyes, this is the only way to fairly test a package set of golf clubs.

Our reviews are also conducted by golfers, for golfers. We feel we have a commitment to our readership to provide informative, factually based, bias-free reviews so you can make the best purchases to suit your golf game. It has never been more important to do so considering the increase in the price of playing golf in recent years. We stress that no brand gets preferential treatment, nor can a manufacturer 'buy' a good review - we simply call it how we see it based on our testing ethos, extensive knowledge of golf equipment and passion for the game.

How to choose a golf set

So you're looking to buy a package set of golf clubs - intimidating, right? Well, to make it a little bit easier here is a mini checklist of things to consider before choosing the set that is right for you and your game:

What comes in the set

Not all sets are the same. Some come with all 14 clubs, from driver and the way to putter. Most also include a golf bag, but not all. If browsing online, be sure to check how many clubs the set you are looking at includes as some might only provide as many as eight clubs. If you're beginning to play the sport, eight may be all you need - when I was a kid my package set only had seven clubs and as I grew older I slowly filled out the gaps in my golf bag. Make sure to double check before your order arrives at your front door to avoid disapointment.

Forgiveness

We don't want to jump to conclusions but we imagine the reason you're considering a package set is because you're relatively new to the game of golf. That's absolutely fine, but it's also important to know what you want from a golf club. Some premium models focus on distance, others workability. What we want to focus on here is forgiveness because you'll almost certainly not be hitting the center of the clubface every time you swing. Often package sets are designed to give the maximum amount of forgiveness possible for the newbie or higher handicap in an attempt to make a very difficult sport that little bit easier. Keep this in mind during your search.

Quality

If you look on Amazon for example, you'll find hundreds of package sets across a range of price points. Some feel too good to be true - that's likely because they aren't very good. We'd recommend keeping it within the constrains of the brands we have listed in this guides - this is because we have tested these products and know that these brands can be relied upon for created good quality golf clubs. The last thing you want to do is pay hundreds for a set of rubbish clubs that give you very little forgiveness and distance, only for you to want to replace them after six months.

Budget

Everyone has a budget. If you're lucky enough, your budget is unlimited, but we know that only applies to a minority of people reading this guide. Having a smaller budget will rule out a few options listed in this buying guide but that is OK, there is still plenty of value to be had on the lower side of the price scale. Also, if you're only starting to play the game, blowing over $1000 on a set is frankly unnecessary. Try your best to find a sweet spot between good value and performance.

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