Best Golf Club Sets For Beginners 2023

Best Golf Club Sets For Beginners

If you're new to the game finding the right set of golf clubs to start your journey can be a daunting task. To make the task of buying your first set as easy as possible, we've put together this guide on the best golf club sets for beginners to guide you through the process and allow you to purchase your first set with confidence. Before you go through this, we've put together a great guide on how to choose golf clubs for beginners, which will walk you through what type of clubs to buy, whether you need them custom fitted and how much you should look to spend.

VIDEO: We run through the best golf clubs sets for beginners

The best golf club sets are designed for new players and all the clubs in the bag will provide plenty of forgiveness. They also tend to have thicker top lines, so when you look down on the ball they will give you more confidence. Most of these golf club sets will feature all the clubs you need to get going: a driver; a fairway wood; a hybrid club; a set or half set of irons and a putter.

Within this list we've included package sets from a range of prices but, regardless of price, all of the featured beginner sets will be a sound investment that will last you for as long as you need. If you'd rather buy your clubs separately, and spend a bit more money in the process, check out our guides on the best golf irons for beginners or the best game improvement irons to find clubs that can take you to the next level. If you think those clubs are still a bit further down the line for you, let's get you started with the models below. 

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Best Golf Club Sets For Beginners

Men's Sets

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 driver is 10.5˚ which, although it slightly lower lofted than other drivers available in the best golf sets, it is more premium looking, with the matte black crown, which features in all of its fairway woods, shaped to look generous down behind the 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 the annoying slice, whilst also being easier to launch.

In the irons, the shape is unmistakably Callaway - there is a fairly rounded toe area and the topline is thick enough to inspire confidence without being too bulky and uninviting. It's a similar story with the putter which, in a black and white combination really stands out at address. What we love most about the putter is, again, how generous the head size is and there is also plenty of alignment help to be had.

• Read our full Callaway XR Package Set Review

Strata Men's Golf Package Set

The only gear missing with the Strata 11-piece set is a dozen balls and a bag of tees - you really are getting the full set. It's comprised of driver, fairway wood, two hybrids, irons 6-PW, putter and a stand bag. 

In testing we found the clubs to be forgiving and easy to hit, and whilst they might not have the same premium look as Callaway's top end products, there's no debating the performance on offer. The irons in particular impressed us. The topline is nice and thick to inspire confidence at address while the generous amount of offset should suit those who tend to slice their irons. They come as standard with a regular flex shaft (there isn't a stiff option available), but this is the perfect set up for beginners.

The driver is equally impressive, as it offered us a lot of forgiveness. You can see a lot of the face at address, and the large head makes it an appealing club to look down on, especially for beginners. We also enjoyed the sound of the driver too.

There's room to add to the set, specifically in the wedges department, and the putter leaves a lot to be desired, so replacing that with one of the best cheap putters on the market would complete this excellent value set.

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

TaylorMade RBZ SpeedLite Package Set

Whatever your skill level, every golfer wants something with a smart, aspirational look and this set delivers. The irons feature toplines that are thick enough to inspire confidence at address without being too clunky and uninviting. Throughout the iron set, the feel off the face is consistently solid. Whilst they might not feel as buttery smooth out of the middle as some of the best golf irons on the market, the feel doesn’t fall away too much when you don’t hit the very centre of the face.

We also especially liked how generous the hybrids look at address - there is plenty of room between heel and toe - which can really help players in an area of the bag that is notoriously hard to master.

Speaking in more general terms, we were very impressed with the performance on offer throughout the set because we found the clubs to be easy to launch and very forgiving, two aspects which beginners will love. We also think these clubs look superb because the grey finish on the crown of the metalwoods combines with the small flash of green throughout. 

Overall for those not wanting to get fitted but still looking for a quality set that will perform and look good, the TaylorMade RBZ SpeedLite is well worth considering, although the bag is designed more for use on a cart that to be carried

• Read our full TaylorMade RBZ SpeedLite Package Set Review

Wilson Prostaff SGI Package Set

If you're new to golf, you want every bit of help getting the ball in the air, plus you need plenty of forgiveness when you don't find the centre of the clubface. Enter this Wilson set. The sweet spots on these clubs are large and forgiving, each club frames the ball in such a way it inspires confidence, and the irons feature a low centre of gravity for high launch.

Meanwhile, the wide sole of the sand wedge makes escaping bunkers far easier, which is an area of the game beginners can really struggle with. This set comes with a 10.5° driver, a three wood, a hybrid, a 6-iron to sand wedge and an excellent putter to match. Other sets may come with more clubs (this is a 10 piece set), but it does mean you can add extra clubs, perhaps as your game improves. The best golf club sets for beginners need not be really expensive either, as this set proves. As you can tell, we are big fans of this set. 

• Read our full Wilson Prostaff SGI Package Set Review

A fantastic set for beginner golfers that offers excellent value for money, the Inesis 100 Package Set is an excellent option for players getting started in the game. Firstly, the irons in this set are smart, simple and offer excellent forgiveness. We were very impressed with the quality of the components on offer here and how they've been constructed. They come with a very long club head which gives them a forgiving feel. Beginners should get away with hitting the odd heel and toe shot here as there is lots of surface area to look down on. 

The metalwoods in the set are very nice to hit and feel lively off the face. They also come with a higher pitch impact sound and for slightly slower swinging players this is not a bad thing. Throughout the package we were impressed with the amount of distance and height on offer but there's also a lot of forgiveness too. They hybrids were perhaps the highlight. They offer great ball flights and are very easy to strike from a variety of lies. While the bag did feel a little flimsy, this package set is certainly one of the best in the business if you're just starting out in the game and are looking to get your first set of clubs. 

• Read our full Inesis 100 Package Set Review

Not every major golf brand caters for those golfers who just want a package set to get going with the game. However, Callaway is very much active in this part of the market, with sets like the Warbird aimed at high handicappers and game improvers.

The set is designed to offer exceptional distance while maintaining forgiveness through some of the oversized attributes of their head design. It comes with a 5-iron all the way down to a sand wedge and the driver and three wood both come with headcovers too.

With 14 clubs, beginners really do get the whole package, and it includes a premium Odyssey putter - which more than justifies the price of the set. There's an argument that if you spend this amount of money, you may as well get custom fitted, but the fact is not everyone wants to go down that route. This package set is as close as you'll come to a premium set of golf clubs at an affordable price.

The Ram Accubar Plus set is an excellent and affordable package for any beginner or high handicap player. It consists of 11 golf clubs and lightweight golf bag, that comes in at an excellent value. In the pack, you'll get a 460cc driver, a three wood, two hybrids and six irons (6-iron to SW). You'll also get a black mallet-headed putter that offers a lot of forgiveness, akin to some of the best mallet putters on the market. 

Taking the clubs out for a spin on the course, we found they were very forgiving and particularly loved the confidence inspiring visuals on the irons and the driver. Behind the ball, the irons were not too big and bulky, but looked great at address and we were able to hit consistently solid shots with these clubs. The feel from the face was fairly hot and offered solid distances too. 

At the top end of the bag, the driver boasts some simple yet smart aesthetics and we liked the contrast between the gloss black crown and the silver clubface that helps to highlight the loft on offer. The distance was better than what we expected, yet it was a little hard to control our shot placement. Ultimately though, the performance on offer for the price was excellent, and this set is rounded off by the lightweight, spacious golf bag that boasts a very nice black and red design. 

• Read our full Ram Accubar Plus Golf Club Set Review

The Stix Golf Complete Set contains 14 clubs from driver through to putter. The set comprises a driver; 3- and 5-woods; 4 hybrid; 5-iron through to pitching wedge; three wedges – 52° 56° and 60° – and a putter. Pretty much all bases are covered for the beginner golfer!

In our testing we thought the star performer was the driver. Not only does it look great but we found it popped the ball in the air nicely with an aggressive ball flight. It also wasn't spinning up and losing distance either. 

The woods also performed well and we enjoyed the black irons as well. They continue the sleek look and hot feel, and they are quite firm through the ball with a strong ball flight. The wedges have more a specialist design to them which many will enjoy and the set also comes with a mallet putter. The only thing to be wary of here is the black finish can get easily scuffed over time and the set we got had no headcovers. 

• Read our full Stix Golf Complete Set Review

A package set to make our 2022 Editor's Choice list, the PXG 0211 Z set really means business. Very much in keeping with the PXG look, the black and white really popped. The driver in particular felt and looked amazing, we especially liked the matte top which has a simple X in white showing you the center of the face from the top.

There are three options when buying these as a set. The 10 piece full bag costs $1695 and includes six hybrid irons (6-9 plus a pitching wedge and sand wedge), three woods (a 16° driver, 4 and 5 wood) and a 0211 Hellcat Putter along with the PXG Bag and a hat. This is what we were lucky enough to be testing. You can also buy just the three woods or six hybrid irons on their own for $795 each.

All the claims and marketing literature says these clubs are designed for true beginners “because golf is tough enough” and we could absolutely see what they mean. No matter how badly we seemed to swing it, shots never went too far offline. All of the tech seemed to almost instantly correct the errors in their technique. As such this set is a worthy inclusion on this list. 

• Read our full PXG 0211 Z Golf Club Set Review

MacGregor may not be regarded as a premium brand in the modern market, but it does have a long and distinguished history in the game. Whilst its package sets aren't going to set you back an arm and a leg, it doesn't mean they lack innovation.

The CG3000 is an entry level set, with the 13° driver, low profile fairway and hybrid designed in such a way that they're easy to hit. Meanwhile, the irons (steel and graphite options are available) feature an undercut cavity to keep the centre of gravity low and deep, so golfers should find them easier to launch.

Given you're also getting a mallet style putter and the choice of either a premium stand or cart bag, there's no question that this set offers terrific value for money. What's more, MacGregor offers 1" longer or shorter steel stand options with clubs, therefore making them suitable for taller and shorter golfers.

• Read our full MacGregor CG3000 Golf Club Set Review

This Cleveland Golf CG Package Set features 10 clubs and is comprised of a 10.5˚ driver, 3-wood, 4-hybrid, 6-SW irons and putter. The woods and putter all have headcovers and there is a smart stand bag as well. 

In testing, we found the irons to be the stand-out performers as, from an aesthetic standpoint, Cleveland have done a good job of offering something that looks generous and confidence-inspiring behind the ball without being too bulky. What's more, they are extremely easy to flight.

Along with the irons, the fairway woods and Cleveland Launcher XL Lite driver are extremely well performing for the price, with a smart and spacious golf bag providing enough storage for the vast majority of things you’ll want to take with you onto the course without being too big.

• Read our full Cleveland Golf CG Package Set Review

A solid, cost-effective option that is perfect for anyone looking to kit themselves out with a quality set of golf clubs, this offering from Wilson is one of the best and most complete club sets on the market. Featuring 10 clubs that include a driver, 3-wood, 5-hybrid, 6-iron to SW and a putter, beginner players will have a blast playing with these smart-looking golf clubs. The bag is made of high-quality materials and we thought it had a very simple design with ample pockets and an easy-to-use seven-way divider. 

We think the highlight of this set though are the irons. Both in the bag and behind the ball, they have a smart look that inspires confidence ahead of your swing. The toplines are thick, but not too chunky and deliver a great profile high-handicap players. The driver and woods both offered ample distances off the tee, while we thoroughly enjoyed playing with the putter although were tempted to replace its grip with a thicker offering from our best putter grips guide.

• Read our full Wilson X31 Golf Club Set Review

This 11-club set is built for forgiveness and power, as the name would suggest. Iron play can be a really frustrating part of the game for beginners, but these oversized irons (5-SW) feature an undercut cavity to create a larger sweet spot for higher launch and more forgiveness. With this help, beginners will find it easier to get the ball airborne, which will make the game a lot more enjoyable. 

In testing we also noticed the woods provided some decent distance but they are pretty loud so just be aware of that if you prefer a duller sound at impact.

Although some novices may benefit more from using a mallet style putter with more stability, the blade Bazooka putter is simple to align and it does look good too.

• Read our full Tour Edge Bazooka 270 Golf Club Set Review

Another premium option in this list of the best golf club sets for beginners. This set comes with 10 clubs in total - frustratingly short of a full set - which includes a 10.5° 460cc driver, a 5-wood and an easy to hit hybrid clubs.

These irons (6-SW) are made with graphite shafts instead of steel, which make them really lightweight and will allow the ball to launch easier. This composition of shafts are ideal if you are a senior golfer starting out for the first time or would just prefer a lightweight feel.

The cart bag that is included is high quality too but this will mean you need to invest in a push cart or electric model to put it on. Overall this is another great premium beginners set ideal for the beginner who is committed to playing golf for a while and wants some premium clubs to match their ambitions in the game.

This aptly named Confidence set is another worthy inclusion in this guide. Aimed at beginner players, this has the sort of affordable price-tag that will appeal to many who are dipping their toe in to see whether a lasting interest in the game remains.

As such you get a 460cc driver, a 24˚ hybrid, 6-iron to sand wedge and a putter, a pretty ideal set composition for beginner players. You also get a smart, compact carry bag that has just about enough storage to carry what you’ll need with you on the course. 

In testing the clubs are all about forgiveness. The putter and irons have large head profiles, whilst the latter have soles which are fairly thick and the cavity backs are quite deep - this should help the launch and forgiveness. The woods both have a black crown and silver face. This worked well to highlight the loft on offer, which again is a nice confidence-inspiring touch. All in all,  the performance was solid enough to make this set a decent value for money option.

• Read our full Confidence Power III Hybrid Package Set Review

Another great beginner package set offer from Wilson, who make a lot of these sorts of sets. The irons (6-SW) are especially forgiving and the 10.5° driver, 3-wood and 4-hybrid launch really easily thanks to the lightweight graphite shafts used.

The driver is the highlight of this package set with the large head and offset providing plenty of confidence for the beginner golfer as the driver is often the hardest club in the bag to hit. This set also comes with the head covers and a rain hood although there isn't a putter head cover which is disappointing.

The Top Flite XL 13-Piece Complete Set is a great option for new golfers at a highly competitive price point. A benefit to this set is that the driver, fairway wood, and hybrids are equipped with graphite shafts, which makes them easier to swing while also promoting distance. The irons, however, have steel shafts, which will give new players a better chance to learn to control their distances as they play more often.

Also noteworthy is that each club in the set was designed to help promote higher launch, which can be a challenge for new golfers starting out. The driver has a low center of gravity to aid in that regard, while the shallow profile of the fairway woods and hybrids will also help players launch the ball easier. Additionally, the irons have wide soles that utilize weight deeper in the clubhead to help with launch as well as turf interaction.

The putter offered with the set is a mallet design, which will provide added forgiveness on off-center strikes, while the stand bag that comes with the set is highly functional at this price point and has considerable storage for this category. This set does not, however, include a sand wedge, so that's a club that players will likely want to purchase separately as the embark on their golf journey.

Women's Sets

This 16-piece package set is an all-encompassing offering from a brand that have a rich history producing golf equipment. In this set, we got to try out a fantastic 12° driver, fairway wood, 4 and 5 hybrid, 6-9 iron, PW, SW and a putter, all held together in a tidy stand bag. 

We found the clubs deliver excellent distance and forgiveness off the ground, but also helps to make tee shots fly straight. Aesthetically, they look fantastic, with a glossy chrome finish across the irons that reminded us of the Callaway Big Bertha irons.

As for the putter, it does come in a blade orientation, and while some beginners may prefer to use a mallet putter, it boasts a very sleek aesthetic and handy alignment line on its top line, that will help with your accuracy. As this set costs a little more than some drivers do alone, there is excellent value to be had here, in what is easily one of the best women's golf sets out there.

• Read our full Strata Women's Package Set Review

Callaway REVA 11-Piece Complete Set

Another top women's set worthy of inclusion in this list is the REVA set from Callaway. This set includes a driver, three wood, 5 and 6 hybrids, 7-9 irons, a pitching and sand wedge and a putter as well as a snazzy cart bag and five headcovers.

In testing we loved the driver performance, with it providing a high launch and ball flight, powerful feel, and the big circular target-style sweet spot on the face looks impossible to miss. The three-wood and hybrids continued this theme as well.

Moving to the irons, the large, oversized cavity back irons are designed to help on mishits and our testing seemed to prove this. They felt effortlessly light to swing and easy to use thanks to the stability and forgiveness on offer. We would've maybe preferred specialist wedges but the clubs included in this set do the job of a simple pitch or chip shot well enough.

What makes this one of the best women’s golf sets is that the included putter includes the Stroke Lab shaft. The fang design, coupled with the Stroke Lab technology, is aimed to help you with tempo and consistency and our tested loved it, especially in the blue finish.

Overall this is certainly a set worth considering if you want to make the game seem easier. You can buy individual Reva clubs as well, like the Callaway Big Bertha Reva Women's driver, and even Callaway Reva golf balls.

• Read our full Callaway Reva Ladies Package Set Review

The Wilson Magnolia set is excellent value. Women have a choice of a cart or carry bag to hold a driver, 3-wood, 4, 5, 6 hybrids and a full iron set (7-SW), plus a putter.

A high-lofted driver with an oversized head profile is designed to instill confidence, forgiveness and maximum distance off the tee, whilst the fairway wood and hybrids feature a large sweet spot and low weighting to make shots easier to play from a variety of lies. 

The irons are easy to launch due to the oversized head and clever weighting, and consistency is enhanced on the greens thanks to the putter’s alignment aid.

A couple more points to make are we loved the addition of a bespoke sand wedge, as this is something you rarely see in a package set and yet it's a great idea. An eye-catching mallet-shaped putter completes the set. The fang shape of the head really makes this feel balanced and assists with a smooth, pendulum stroke. The simple bold centre alignment line gives a very clear guide to help you aim

• Read our full Wilson Magnolia Women’s Package Set Review

How We Test Sets

Golf club sets are no exception when it comes to our testing ethos and methodology because we want to find the best golf clubs in the game.

We put sets to the test out on the course and over a number of rounds to see how they perform on different courses and in varying conditions. 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. 

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 Beginners Set

If you are new to the game and need some insight into the factors you should be looking out for when buying clubs, 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.

Quality

A common problem for beginner 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 give as much help to beginners as possible. The prevalence of Wilson and Callaway in this area is a case in point.

Forgiveness

The main factor when specifically looking at the clubs themselves is forgiveness. The most common problem for beginner players is mishit shots which limits distance and hinders accuracy. Beginner 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.

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. This point also links with what comes in the set because the sets that come with bags, headcovers and so on, usually come with a higher price. 

FAQs

We hope you enjoyed this guide on the best golf club sets for beginners. Additionally, we also recommend checking out our guide on the best golf club sets for kids if you want to get your children into the game, or some of the best golf drivers on the market.

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