Best Golf Gloves 2026 - Our nine favorite models thoroughly tested
Your hands are the only point of contact with the club, therefore it's crucial you have a glove that performs. Here, we take a look at the best on the market
Given that your hands are the only contact point between you and the golf club, finding the right glove is not to be overlooked. The best golf gloves provide additional grip as well as preventing blisters. They need to, well, fit like a glove, delivering comfort and feel in equal measure.
With their almost ubiquitous nature on the course it’s no surprise there is a huge selection to choose from. Models range from professional-endorsed premium leather offerings to those made from synthetic materials. Beyond this there are other factors to consider, including breathability and durability, though often it's the feel that’s the deciding factor.
We’ve selected our favourite gloves here chosen from the huge number we’ve tested. While there’s no substitute for trying a glove on, this guide should help you to narrow down your choice as you find the best golf glove for your game.
If you want to expand your search further, we also have guides to the best golf gloves for women, the best golf rain gloves or the best winter golf gloves.
Best Golf Gloves 2026
Materials: Premium Cabretta Leather
Sizes: S-3XL
+ Exceptional grip
+ Snug yet comfortable, adaptable fit
- Only one color option
The StaSof glove has been a staple on the professional tours for decades and is a tried-and-tested favourite of club golfers, too. Its popularity stems from the super-soft Cabretta leather that’s combined with a Powernet Mesh section at the back, helping to deliver plenty of feel while keeping the hand cool.
I found that the functionality works across a range of weather conditions. The moisture management is excellent, making this a solid choice for warm days where it’s easy to lose control on the grip. But it’s equipped for showers too, thanks to the All-climate grip and exclusive APL leather used on the palm, which come to the rescue during periods of light rain. That it also looks the part seals the deal, making the StaSof glove my top pick.
Read our full FootJoy StaSof Glove Review
Material: Premium Leather
Sizes: S-XL
+ Sleek design
+ High quality leather
- Limited breathing holes
If pro endorsements matter to you, then the TaylorMade Tour Preferred glove can be seen on the hands of the likes of Collin Morikawa and Charley Hull. Likely both favour the glove due to the AAA Cabretta Soft Tech leather that excels in both comfort and feel. Both are derived from a leather that’s super thin and possess a noticeably tackiness that really helps with grip.
The wristband and closure further aid comfort. The former does a stellar job at wicking moisture away from the wrist and hand, while the latter enables a truly snug fit. In terms of its looks, the Tour Preferred glove also excels, with simple yet elegant aesthetics helping you to look sufficiently ‘pro’.
Material: Premium leather
Sizes: S-2XL
+ Excellent fit and color choices
+ Cabretta leather gives exceptional feel
- Not good in wet weather
Compared to the likes of FootJoy, G/Fore is a newcomer to the glove game, but like the brand’s clothing and footwear there’s plenty to like. This starts with the choice of colors. If white is just a little too traditional for your tastes, there are plenty of brighter options, including a camo version should you wish to stand out from the crowd.
But a golf glove needs to perform as well as look the part, and G/Fore have spared no expense on ensuring fit and feel are on point. The AA Cabretta leather is exceptionally soft, and delivers great feel and plenty of comfort as a result. Meanwhile the fit is aided by the clever seam placement and the location of the perforations.
Read our full G/FORE Golf Glove Review
Materials: Premium leather
Sizes: Youth (XXS-XL), Cadet (S-XXL), Standard (S-XXL), Women’s (S-L)
+ Exceptional quality and feel
+ Cool unique colors to choose from
- Have to buy as a two pack
The Original Series glove from Bruce Bolt is superbly made, offering a level of quality that’s nothing short of exceptional. The leather is incredibly soft and supple and feels luxurious once on the hand. The level of detail is impressive, with quality stitching throughout and a classic-looking logo on the top and the wrist.
While the white is timeless, the glove is offered in some brighter colours including mint and pink - you may have seen the Bryan Bros on You Tube sporting a few of the varied colors. It's worth mentioning that the Original Series gloves are sold in a two-pack only, so it makes sense to ensure it’s the right glove for you before you buy.
Material: Premium Leather
Sizes: S-XL
+ Sleek design
+ Tacky grip
- Not great in wetter weather
The Authentic glove benefits from the feedback of many Callaway staff players, making it a well-tested option. The result of this development is a soft leather glove that uses a proprietary tech, called Griptac. As the name suggests it’s designed to increase grip and I found that it does this job well - both feel and control are excellent.
Comfort is high too thanks to a moisture-wicking material used on the cuff and a closure system that enables a snug fit. Add in the cleverly placed perforations and you have a high-quality glove that’s able to adapt to a variety of conditions.
Material: Premium leather
Sizes: S-XL
+ Stylish, premium design
+ Well-made and ample durability
- Thumb came up a fraction short for us
The Tour Edition from Skins Golf is available in a multitude of colors and styles that make it a good fit for anyone wishing to stand out on the golf course. But this is more than just a good looking glove. The quality is high, thanks to the use of premium leather that’s both soft and comfortable.
However, unlike some gloves that are made from leather, the Tour Edition impressed me during my testing with its durability. Add in the attractive price point and you have a glove that has plenty going for it.
Material: Premium Leather
Sizes: S-XL
+ Classic styling
+ Cabretta leather feels soft
- Scuffed up on the palm after a few rounds
The 100% premium Cabretta leather excels in both feel and performance, with a soft, comfortable fit and excellent grip. It perhaps comes up a little smaller than other top models, so it's worth checking on the sizing before you commit.
Like the best adidas golf shoes, the durability was solid and there were some neat touches not seen on other gloves. My favorite of these is the choice to have perforations underneath the fingers. You may think that this affects breathability but, in testing, I found it performed superbly, aiding grip and comfort.
Read our full adidas Ultimate Leather Glove Review
Material: Premium Leather
Sizes: S-XL
+ Classic styling
+ Premium leather
- Not waterproof
Titleist is another glove maker that has a long and storied history, with a host of famous names wearing the iconic logo over the years. Certainly, if you’re looking for a player-endorsed option the aptly-named Players glove is as good a choice as any.
The aesthetics are timeless, while the super thin Cabretta leather is tried-and-tested delivering superb feel and bags of comfort, helped by the placement of the seams that are designed not to interfere with your grip. Despite the impressive feel it’s durable enough, thanks to satin reinforcements around the cuff and thumb.
Material: Japanese synthetic
Sizes: S-3XL
+ Encourages a lighter grip pressure
+ Very comfortable
- Feel won't be for everyone
The Relaxgrip 2.0 DX from Bionic is the outlier in this guide. It’s made from synthetic fabrics and boasts a dual expansion zone which allows it to adjust to any length or width of thumb. On top of this unique feature it also has anatomical pads in the palm and fingers which are designed to promote a lighter grip pressure.
During testing I didn’t feel as though I needed to apply as much pressure as with a traditional grip, and while it took a little while to get used to, it did result in less tension through the hands and forearms. If you tend to grip the club too tightly, then it’s definitely a golf glove worth trying.
How we test golf gloves
In terms of testing golf gloves, we should say our process is similar to all the other golf gear reviews we produce in that manufacturers cannot pay for a good review, and we tell it how we see it.
We seek to try and be as comprehensive as possible in testing and reviewing the product, which means we have used it over a number of rounds and in different conditions because this often gave us great insight into things like durability, fit, quality and so on. For example we test for variables like grip over time, performance in different conditions and how durable a glove is.
It is worth acknowledging that our dedicated testing team reviews a lot of golf clubs and that allows them to test golf gloves considerably as well, whilst the entire Golf Monthly team are regular golfers as well which allows us to be as honest and insightful as needed.
Specifically for gloves, this section is overseen by a wide range of golfers in the Golf Monthly team because this allows us to test for fit, feel and performance across a range of abilities.
What to look for in a golf glove
You may not think the golf glove is that important compared to other pieces of equipment; however it really is as, after all, it is the only part of the body that remains connected with the club throughout the swing.
So, what are the things you need to think about when looking into purchasing a new golf glove? Well below are some factors and pieces of advice to consider.
1. Which hand do you wear a golf glove on?
For the beginners out there, a golfer who plays right-handed will typically wear a golf glove on their left hand. This is because the left hand is the lead hand in the swing, provided the player has a conventional grip. Golfers who play left-handed typically wear a glove on their right hand.
2. Type
First things first, know what type of glove you want. You may be after a premium leather model which will perform totally differently to a synthetic, or even, a wet weather model. These do different things and, more importantly, feel different, so think about what you like to feel when wearing a golf glove.
3. Material
The material will also be important too. The top premium leather models are designed to feel soft whilst also giving you a good feel of the grip during the swing. They are essentially designed to be like a second skin. Some gloves also have synthetic parts on them, which are designed to offer more stretch, especially along the knuckles. These synthetic gloves also might be more durable than the leather designs. Finally, wet weather gloves are more about protection than feel. The material on most all-weather models offers more grip the wetter they get so, if you play in an area with a lot of rain, definitely consider a model designed to deal with it.
4. Fit
We can hear you asking how should a glove fit? Well, the golf glove should feel like a second skin with no excess material either across the palm of the hand or at the end of the fingers. Make sure there’s a snug fit across the palm and there’s no loose material at the end of the fingers. But you also don’t want a glove to be so tight that it feels like it’s cutting off the blood supply. You should be able to stretch your fingers and make a ball with your fist without the glove pulling or over-stretching.
5. Breathability
This is a big point to consider when buying a new golf glove especially if you're playing in warmer conditions where your hand can sweat and slip along the grip of the golf club. For that reason, you need to consider buying a golf glove that can keep your hand well-ventilated on the course. For more advice on the best golf gloves for breathability, check out our guide on the best golf gloves for sweaty hands.
6. Colors
As some of the models above have shown, no longer do we simply have to opt for a white or black glove. Now we can get different colors and designs which offer something a bit unique and become part of the entire outfit as well. Look to G/FORE as a rime example of gloves that come in a wide range of colors.
7. Price
Of course I finally have to mention price because gloves these days come from a variety of price points. The premium models made with the finest leather of course come at the top end of the spectrum but there are good models with more budget-friendly RRP's as well of which a few are mentioned in this guide, such as the TaylorMade Tour Preferred or adidas Ultimate Leather model.
FAQs
Why do professional players take their golf gloves off to putt?
Pro golfers often take their gloves off to putt and sometimes chip as some feel it gives them greater control and feel on the putter and the wedge. That means you are more able to hit dinky shots and judge the speed of the ball better.
What glove should I wear for golf?
We would always recommend wearing a golf glove that has been designed for the game because this will ensure grip, stability and confidence. In terms of which hand, a golfer who plays right-handed will typically wear a golf glove on their left hand. The reason for this is; with a conventional grip, the left hand is placed at the top of the club and is the lead hand through the swing. It's essential that the left hand provides a firm attachment to the club. The opposite is true for left-handed players.
Do golf gloves actually help?
The simple answer here is yes. Golf gloves provide grip and are tackier than normal gloves which allows the player be able to grip onto the golf club with more confidence and stability. If a player is not using a golf glove then the club may twist in their hands which could lead to errant shots. Golf gloves are also designed to be able to deal with sweat and wet conditions as well, both of which can have a detrimental impact on grip throughout the golf swing.
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