Best Golf Trolley Bags
A golf trolley is one of the best ways to help your game out on the course, with it being an ideal way of preserving energy so you can commit to your upcoming shots. Along with a trolley, you will also need a suitable golf bag, especially as this item will be storing your golf clubs and necessities as you tackle the round.
There are many aspects that need thinking about when you are purchasing one of the best golf bags. These include what the bag looks like, how does it sit on your trolley, is it stable, for example? Along with the looks and ease of use, does it have plenty of storage for your clubs, golf balls, waterproofs, tees etc. Also, is it waterproof? There are many details that need considering.
With so many options available from the likes of Titleist and Sun Mountain, to name but a few, golfers really are spoilt for choice but, at Golf Monthly, we have tried and tested the very best trolley bags available on the market, with our favorites listed in the guide below.
Not only do these models look and perform fantastically, they also offer users plenty of space and practicality. However, if you are after something a bit more specific, such as the best golf push cart bags, best golf stand bags, or the best lightweight golf bags, then we have you covered there to.
Best Golf Trolley Bags
Why you can trust Golf Monthly Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.
The Motocaddy Protekta is a well-designed and thoughtful cart bag that comes with several very unique features that have earned it a five-star review. Having taken it out on the course, we found it to be one of the most practical cart bags we've ever tested, with it also offering up some premium looks too. As the best golf cart bags go, its minimalist yet sleek design oozes a premium feel and that is also evidenced in the fully waterproof fabric that holds this bag together. While some cart bags can get pretty heavy, this fantastic option weighs only 3.1kg, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags around.
We loved the functionality on offer here too. It features a very sufficient nine pockets with two valuables pockets and two full-length side pockets. There is ample room for the best golf waterproofs and even space for a couple of bottles of water in the bag's cooler pocket. We tested it out on the Motocaddy M7 GPS Electric Trolley and found the Easi-lock base a joy to use, reducing the faff and strapping needed to secure the bag to the bottom of the trolley.
Perhaps the highlight here is the bag's 15-way top that features nine iron slots that help to hold each club securely in place to reduce noise and keep your clubs well protected. We loved the thought process behind this, with this reducing the amount your clubs are rattling as you drive over bumpy terrain. Overall, Motocaddy has done a great job refining this model to look sharper and the attention to detail from a design perspective is clear to see.
- Read our full Motocaddy Protekta Cart Bag Review
One of the most lightweight golf bags on the market, the Wilson iLock Cart Bag is a unique storage system that we really enjoyed testing on the golf course. Visually, this is a fantastic looking cart bag that features a unique top divider that locks each club in place and prevents them from clicking together. It is one of the best cart bags on the market right now, mostly because of that feature, which made our round of golf very very efficient. Even with that chunky looking divider, it was surprisingly lightweight and it was also very easy to carry.
We tested the iLock on a soggy day and we were also pleasantly ssurprised to see the seam-sealed valuables pocket perform, keeping our belongings very dry. If you're after one of the best waterproof golf bags, you can get this model in a 100% waterproof version too! The iLock comes with nine pockets and we found this to be more than enough storage space for all our golfing gear. Overall, this is a great looking golf cart bag that comes in at pretty good value for what you're getting.
- Read our full Wilson iLock Cart Bag Review
The PowaKaddy Dri Tech Cart Bag will keep your clubs and belongings dry in the most extreme weather conditions and, because it is made from a lightweight Nylon fabric, it is waterproof to an impressive hydrostatic rating of over 10,000mm. If you’re not sure what that means – it’s a lot! As such, it should come as no surprise that this bag made our list of the best waterproof golf bags too.
For those who like ultimate club organization, the Dri Tech has you covered, as a 14-way top divider also makes way for a spacious putter well. What's more, the pockets are vast, meaning you’ll have room to store all your necessities, with the bag also being incredibly lightweight.
It may not be the most striking in terms of aesthetics but, if you want a bag that has sleek sophistication and minimalist style, then look no further than the Dri Tech. You also won't need to worry about it twisting on a trolley either, with PowaKaddy’s Key Lock anti-twist system ensuring the bag stays firmly in place throughout the round.
- Read our full PowaKaddy Dri Tech Cart Bag Review
Big Max is a brand that offers a wide range of excellent options, with one of them being the Dri Lite Tour Cart Bag. To begin with, the zips are fully waterproof, while the rest of the fabric used in construction is water repellent.
Having tested this bag on a wet day, we experienced no leaks when we put it through its paces and, if you are worried about the performance, it's worth noting that you also get a handy five-year warranty, which puts the mind at ease.
It is a very smart design, almost Tour-like, and the space provided would rival the top professional bags as well. Nine large pockets provide more space than we could ever need, but we have no doubt some people will find a way to fill it.
- Read our full Big Max Dri Lite Tour Cart Bag Review
The Dry Series received a revamp by Motocaddy in 2022, and now, it is undoubtedly at the upper end of the product line-up as you get a stylish design that is waterproof and extremely user-friendly.
In testing, we found it to be crammed with features that golfers can take advantage of, with the weight of this bag very surprising; it comes in at just six pounds, which is nothing at all when you consider it is fully waterproof and features a rain hood.
Regarding ease of use, it can be easily maneuvered from the car to the cart, and has 14 full-length dividers, nine spacious pockets, which includes a substantial food and beverage pocket that is insulated.
- Read our full Motocaddy 2022 Dry Series Cart Bag Review
For two decades, the C-130 from Sun Mountain has been the company's best seller and, not only has it been the most successful model of the range, but it’s also one of the best-selling cart bags of all-time.
Developed specifically for golfers who ride when they play, it also fits perfectly on a trolley, with the highlight feature of the C-130 being 14 individual club dividers, including a separate compartment that will accommodate oversized putters. The C-130 also has tremendous storage capacity, providing golfers with 13 pockets, two of which have been dedicated for apparel.
To finish with, the C-130 also features three utility handles that make it easy to get in and out of a car, as well as on and off a golf cart or push cart. Additionally, Sun Mountain’s Smart Strap system keeps the bag secure during use while also enabling players to access each pocket with ease. All of this makes it one of the best Sun Mountain golf bags on the market.
- Read our full Sun Mountain C-130 Cart Bag Review
Although the look of the bag may divide opinion, one thing that certainly won't is the performance, with a whopping 11 pockets making this one of the best bags for storage on the market. Featuring two large side pockets for waterproofs and other larger items, there are plenty of options for your valuables, golf balls, umbrella and drinks (with an insulated cooler pocket).
Along with the excellent storage capability, it also has 15 dividers, with each of them particularly roomy for your clubs, and there’s even space for an extra slot where any alignment sticks can go. This further adds to the ease of use that this bag provides.
In testing, we found its waterproof capabilities to be superb as, even in awful weather, it kept our clubs and valuables dry. What's more, the overall quality is superb, with this bag feeling extremely premium and, certainly, it is one of the best Ogio golf bags that money can buy.
- Read our full Ogio All Elements Cart Bag Review
Ping’s Traverse cart bag is one of the best Ping golf bags money can buy, with the brand's engineers redesigning the bag for 2022. Now, it weighs just 5.5 pounds, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags on the market.
Featuring a 14-way top to help with the organization of your clubs, there are also two putter wells to choose from, depending on where you want to position your putter in the bag and, from a storage standpoint, it has 11 total pockets, including full-length apparel pockets, a velour-lined valuables' pocket, an insulated cooler pocket, and a rangefinder pocket.
The Traverse’s strap-thru pass also keeps the bag securely on the cart without blocking access to any of the pockets, and there are six new color patterns for golfers to choose from.
- Read our full Ping Traverse Cart Bag 2022 Review
It's only natural that the manufacturers of some of the best golf carts on the market also make some of the best cart bags too. Featuring a 14-way divider, as well as a separate 'jumbo' putting well for optimal club organisation, we found there to be no issue with clubs crossing over and becoming stuck in the bag when testing.
Constructed with premium materials, the Pro Series uses a combination of PU and nylon fabric that make for a premium looking and feeling bag. The zips also feel very sturdy, with the material lining the club dividers not causing any wear on your club shafts either.
- Read our full Motocaddy Pro Series Cart Bag Review
Although there are more eye-catching cart bags on the market, the MacGregor 15-Series Water Resistant Cart Bag is certainly one of the most practical options, with the bag extremely lightweight and manoeuvrable.
Thanks to two over-moulded handles on the top of the bag, it can be easily adjusted once in the cupboard or on the trolley and, as well as the ease and comfort, the lightweight design is also shower-proof, with the nine excellently placed pockets featuring water-resistant zippers to keep your personal items dry in sharp downpours.
In testing, we found the 15 full length dividers allowed for easy club access and, rather handily, these dividers are lined and cushioned so any graphite shafts are well nurtured as you roll over the bumpiest of fairways or paths. We especially liked the “putter pit,” which is rubberised and houses the putter brilliantly.
- Read our full MacGregor 15-Series Water Resistant Cart Bag Review
The PowaKaddy X-Lite is the streamlined, least expensive option within the brand’s impressive 2022 cart bag range, although it shares many of the same features as the hero Dri Tech model. The key differences though are that this bag is not 100 percent waterproof and lacks a couple of other features but, that aside, there is a lot to like about what the X-Lite has to offer.
In testing, we thought that, visually, it has plenty of style, with the weight, or lack of it in this case, making it one of the best lightweight golf bags on the market. What's more, there's plenty of storage space, with the X-Lite combining simplicity with functionality.
- Read our full PowaKaddy X-Lite Cart Bag Review
The Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 golf bag is littered with a wide range of features. Not only does the waterproof design tick a lot of boxes, but there is also plenty of space for your waterproof gear, with the two side pockets extremely generous, even if they aren’t the full length of the bag.
One thing we did like about the Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 golf bag is the handles, especially the large padded one on the front for lifting out of the car on to the trolley. It’s strong and comfortable and so much better than having one on the underside that turns the bag upside down when you are carrying it.
Compared to the best golf bags, the Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 Golf bag is a very good trolley bag and the 14 way divider, plus additional putter well, provides easy access to your clubs in a lightweight bag that will keep your clubs dry. When comparing the best golf cart bags, this model comes out favorably.
- Read our full Big Max Dri Lite Sport 2 Golf Bag Review
We were impressed with the pass-through channel for the cart strap on the Cobra Golf Ultralight Trolley Bag. It means the bag can be secured strongly to a trolley without compromising access to any of the 13 pockets.
Those pockets are ample and allow for excellent levels of organisation and equipment separation. Featuring two large apparel pockets, there is buckets of room, while two fleece-lined valuables' pockets and an insulated cooler pocket provide innovative storage solutions.
The 14-way top, with full length dividers and oversized putter well, protect clubs and allow for easy access and, as the name would suggest, it’s a lightweight bag at just 2.4kg. What's more, the top grab handles make it easy to lift and move around and, if you are looking for maximum storage and easy access to all your kit, this is one to consider.
- Read our full Cobra Ultralight Trolley Bag Review