Best Golf Grips 2024
We take a look at some of the best golf grips currently available on the market
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When it comes to the golf grip, it's imperative you get it right, especially as it's the only point of contact with your hands through the golf swing. If the grip isn't correct or the right size for you, the likelihood is you will lose shots!
Because of this, we’ve tested and compiled some of the best golf grips on the market right now - all of which look great and perform well in their own ways. Of course, it makes sense to understand exactly how to place your hands on the club so following a step-by-step guide to the perfect golf grip makes sense. Beyond that, ideally, you’ll get custom-fitted for every club and your grip will be perfect from day one, but that’s not always the way and, when you buy something off the shelf, online or borrow a club from a friend, then the likelihood is that the grip might not be right.
The best golf accessories make life on the course easier and getting a new grip can breathe new life into a club. What's more, they can also be color-coordinated to match your style too, whilst other important factors include the size and feel. For example, cord grips offer firm feel and enhanced feedback, while rubber grips are softer and more comfortable.
Every single golfer likes something a bit different from their grip so, after testing different models from different brands, let us take you through our favorite golf grips on the market. Whilst you're here, why not also check out our guides on the best golf drivers and the best golf irons.
Best Golf Grips
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Sizes: Undersize, Standard, Midsize, Jumbo
+ Tacky feel is outstanding
+ Grip can be fitted both ways
- It might not appeal at first
The Golf Pride CPX grip is unlike any other grip that we've ever tried before with this being the market leader's softest performance grip yet. The new tech behind this comes in the form of the company's first-ever raised EXO diamond-quilted pattern, with soft and tacky material featuring a 45-degree pattern that has been inspired by the grips on BMX bikes. In testing, the elevation in design meant it maximized the contact area with the club.
Along with the EXO pattern, the CPX grip has Golf Pride's Control Core technology, which is located at the top of the grip where the greatest amount of swing pressure is received. We found that we got the best of both worlds here, with maximum softness and maximum control. In fact, we liked the performance so much the CPX made our Editor's Choice list..
Sizes: Standard, Midsize
+ Good combination of material
+ Grip in all conditions
- Putting them on all your clubs can cost a fair bit
The New Decade MultiCompound is another stellar offering from Golf Pride and has been present for multiple Major victories. To begin with, it features Brushed Cotton Technology in the top half of the grip, to help with better traction with the glove hand, as well as rubber in the lower half to add more feel and forgiveness.
Another plus is that there has also been a ‘sand bar’ texture pattern added to the whole grip to tune the firmness of the rubber. The only drawback we found with these grips is that they are slightly expensive compared to some of the other best golf grips on this list but, for that, you are getting a quality golf product that will provide you with excellent grip and feel on the shaft of the club, as well as various colors options to suit your tastes.
Sizes: Standard
+ Soft, tacky feel provides strong hold
+ Unique look
- Only one size option
For those who have never seen the X1s before, they come to us from a start-up company based in Florence, Italy. Led by the family business’ young founder, Alessandro Guazzini, the grips were painstakingly developed, as dozens of versions were made before the final product was unveiled recently.
They call it “Pure Feel Technology,” which was arrived at after years of research, with the design aiming to provide soft feel, shock absorption, torsion resistance and tackiness. In testing, we really felt that the tackiness factor was the standout, with the grip bonding with our hand and providing a very secure feeling throughout the swing and at impact. Although they are slightly more expensive than other models on this list, we could tell that time and effort has been put in to make these grips the best they can be.
Sizes: Standard, Midsize, Oversize
+ Soft and comfortable
+ Excellent absorption
- Grip lines seem purely cosmetic
Winn is the first manufacturer to bring premium polymer golf grips to the market, with the company specialists in fishing rods, tennis and bicycle grips. To start with, the grips are tackier than traditional rubber and they’re also comfortable, so a day of 36 holes, or a long range session, will put less strain on your hands.
In their range, this is their most popular grip and it comes in five excellent colorways, including red, blue, pink, navy and grey, which all look fantastic.
Sizes: Standard, Midsize
+ Engineered rubber for softness and tackiness
+ Good color choice
- More sizes are needed for such a simple-looking design
This is the grip of choice for the likes of Major winners Jordan Spieth, Sergio Garcia and Jason Dufner and provides a great value option.
The beauty of this grip is that it provides just the right amount of softness and tack and, with the cross-traction technology, it means that it will still work perfectly when the heavens open. It also comes in standard and midsize, with there being four color options.
Sizes: Standard, Midsize
+ Grip in all weather conditions
+ Great quality at great value
- No Jumbo size
Taking inspiration from some of the best grips in the game, Carver's grips are designed to deliver maximum performance and comfort for players, with these grips providing a tacky and excellent feel that allows you to play your best golf.
Featuring non-slip technology being incorporated in and over the grip, the Carver grips are great performers for when the weather gets wet, as well being great for players who suffer from sweaty hands.
Sizes: Standard
+ Soft but tacky feel
+ Good for golfers who don't wear a glove
- Limited color choices
The Calibrate is a pronounced reminder strip to promote better hand placement, clubface awareness, feel, and results. Essentially, rather than a round grip, there is a strip on the underside of the grip that aids you in putting your hands in the right place every time.
What's more, it also has Fingerprint Technology that enhances traction and feel, as well as encouraging a lighter grip pressure. If you don't like playing with a glove, this grip will be good for you, as the hybrid compound Lamkin Genesis Material delivers durable performance in all conditions.
Sizes: Standard
+ Iconic look and feel
+ Relatively good value
- Only one color available
This is a particularly popular grip at professional and amateur level, with it being another great value offering that won't break the bank. They have the distinctive densely-spaced surface pattern, which is great for stability and traction.
Overall, the grips are more firmer and have a less tacky feel. Personally, we think this is particularly useful with the big stick, which is why we also included this model in our best golf grips for drivers guide and the highlight is that these grips will last forever.
Sizes: Standard, Midsize
+ Aids hand alignment
+ Non-slip texture
- Bland design compared to others
Within the ALIGN grip is useful technology that features a dedicated raised ridge that encourages a more consistent hand placement and better clubface awareness. This is a huge bonus, as it helps eliminate the thought of your grip being too weak or strong.
Another big plus is that it also has the most up-to-date rubber blend and non-slip surface pattern to get rid of any unwanted moisture. Featuring in different sizes, the ALIGN technology comes in the big four Golf Pride lines; MCC Plus4, MCC, ZGrip and Tour Velvet.
Putter Grips
Sizes: Tour, Pistol 1.0, Pistol 2.0
+ Nice, tacky feel in the hands
+ Comfortable shaping
+ Can be counterweighted
- Not overly different to the Traxion Tour
Replacing the popular Traxion grip line, the Zenergy is the newest line of grips from SuperStroke and offers a super tacky outer layer for extreme grip and a firm rubber inner core for additional stability. It's tailored for all kinds of skill levels and aims to help quieten your hands during the stroke for better accuracy and responsive performance.
One thing we really enjoyed about these grips is how the texture varies throughout. We felt this helped optimize feedback and comfort which, in turn, gave us more confidence that the grip was going to stay secure in the hands.
Sizes: Flat, Pistol, Round
+ Soft and easy to hold, very ergonomic
+ Really does quieten the bottom hand
- Not suited to those who prefer a firm, skinny grip
This aptly-named trio of grips is designed with a slimmer upper half and wider lower section to help anchor the top hand for stability, as well as reduce tension in the lower hand for smooth acceleration through the stroke. Our first impressions of this grip were the comfort and quality. Clearly much thought has gone into not only the specific shape of the grips, but the weight and texture too.
It felt tacky, but not excessively so, and it did, in fact, calm our hands during the stroke, which is particularly important from short range. One last point we must add is that, due to the reduced tension in the hands and elbows, our stroke was more consistent.
Sizes: Slim, Svelte, Standard, Big, Fat Boy
+ Designed to help square the putter at impact
+ Model often used on Tour
- Takes a bit of time to get used to it
This is the original grip in the Flat Cat range and you’ll recognize it from being in the hands of Justin Rose, whose putting has been on a real upward curve in recent years as he previously reached the World No. 1 spot.
The premise of this grip is that the sides run parallel to each other and feature a flat front, with the polyurethane compound providing a soft, comfortable feel. If you like a larger grip then it's available in thicker sizes or, on the other end of the scale, it's available in Slim and Svelte sizes.
How we test golf equipment
We test golf gear with an ethos built upon several key ideals. To start, the products get thorough extensive testing from good club golfers because we believe that's more useful than the opinions of PGA pros or robots.
Our review process consists of us using each product over several rounds and in different conditions to ascertain how each product performs in wet, dry, hot or cold conditions. By using the products in this manner we are able to provide reliable advice and feedback to you on how they perform. In terms of grips, that means using them for practice, range sessions and proper rounds to gauge performance, durability, feel and so on. We would also attempt to use these grips in different conditions to see performance as well. Finally, manufacturers can't pay for a good review – we tell it how we see it.
How to choose the best golf grip
Golf grips come in a wide variety of different shapes and sizes. Modern grips boast a ton of technology that can help improve your grip and feel on the club, allowing you to make a better connection with the golf ball. So how do you know which golf club grip is right for you? Well, there are several things you need to keep in mind when buying a new set of grips to make sure you get the right product for your needs. For that reason, we've set out a list of key considerations that you need to bear in mind when purchasing your next set of golf grips.
1. Size
First things first, you need to have an idea of how big your hands are and do some research on what the ideal corresponding grip size would be. Additionally, lots of grips come in different shapes ,too, so get your hands on some different models and see how they feel, especially with some of the newer and more unique putter grips out there.
2. Feel
Feel is arguably the most important factor when it comes to grips because your hands will be touching the grip throughout the golf swing. Therefore think about what you like your grips to feel like. Do you like the feel of corded grips or perhaps you want a softer feeling model, a more velvet kind of touch on your hands? Or, do you want the best of both of those worlds? Getting your hands on some grips to see how they feel is the best way of deciphering which model to go for and which will be the best model for your hands. You can do that by heading down to your local pro shop, where you'll be able to hold and sample a variety of different club grips.
3. Moisture management
Linking with the above point, be aware of how different some grips are and how they deal with sweat and wet weather. This is because some models, like the Golf Pride MCC for example, cope with water very well because they've been designed to, whereas some other models haven't. Also, it is worth considering how often you play in the rain because if you live in the USA and never play in the rain, there is no need to be concerned with this factor.
4. Color
As we have shown above there are loads of different colors of grips these days so it is simply a case of picking a model you like the look of. For example, if you want to show your team support there is the NCAA College Putter grip or maybe you want a Golf Pride MCC in different colors instead.
5. Budget
Finally, grips can be expensive so we would recommend being aware of how much you want to spend here. We would always suggest investing a bit more on a grip that is durable and will last a long time rather than going for a cheaper option and having to re-grip the clubs again sooner than you should have to.
While it is wise to think about replacing your golf club grips as they start to get worn out, you should also think about replacing your clubs too as they get older. For that reason, take a look at our guides on the best golf irons, the best golf drivers and the best golf putters.
FAQs
Why are golf grips important?
Arguably, the golf grip is one of the most important parts of the set up, as it's the only part of the club which is in contact with your hands. Therefore, having the most amount of grip available is crucial, due to the fact you don't want to be worrying about it slipping out the hand when you are swinging.
How do you fit golf grips?
There are multiple ways to fit a golf grip but, personally, we would recommend seeing your local professional who will likely have all of the regripping equipment. Obviously, you could purchase a kit of Amazon, but regripping a club can be a difficult process.
How do you known when golf grips are worn?
The most obvious sign of worn grips is a slick, glossy feel and appearance. You may also notice that your grips feel firmer than they should be, with the complexion and look of the worn grip looking considerably different to a fresher portion.
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Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 14 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all equipment and video content at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader or viewer find exactly what they are looking for.
One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 2.8.
Joel's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9°, Fujikura Ventus Black 6 S shaft.
Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15°
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18°
Irons: Titleist T150, 4-PW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM10, 50°, 54° and 58°
Putter: LAB Golf DF3
Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x
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