Best Golf Gifts 2024 - Our 17 top gifts for Father's Day

Father's Day takes place on the 16th June in 2024, traditionally the Sunday of the US Open which will take place at Pinehurst No.2 this year. It should be an outstanding tournament and must-see TV but focusing on the task at hand, now is the time to tick off the gift element for your Dad!

If your Dad is golf-obsessed at the moment, and needs something filling in his equipment setup, or maybe his shoes have seen better days right now, there are loads of great gift ideas to consider on lots of retailers currently. 

As a result we regularly see retailers do Father's Day sales and we often see good deals on older equipment, as well as the odd deal on new gear. As such, we have created this post to highlight some of our absolute favorite gift ideas leading up to the day itself, and we will update this page regularly to make sure they are the best prices.

Admittedly, a golf gift can be difficult to get right, especially when you don't know the ins-and-outs of the sport. However, at Golf Monthly, we have come up with 17 options that every Dad golfer will like. 

Along with the best golf simulators, best golf accessories and even best golf balls, we have tried to take budget into consideration with these choices. That is why this guide focuses on everything from shoes to GPS gear and golf training aids. Also, it's worth mentioning that gift cards are a good way to go as well, so we have included some good options below, as well as the best sales.

Sales and Gift Cards

• Amazon: Lots of discounts on golf gear
• PGA Tour Superstore: Up to 50% off golf gifts
• Carls Golfland: Clearances on clubs
• Scottsdale Golf: Up to 50% off clothing, footwear
• adidas: Extra 30% with code 'SUMMER'
• Rock Bottom Golf: 25% clearance sitewide
• The Golf Warehouse: Deals on all categories
• Nike: Up to 49% off clothing and shoes

The Quick List

Best Golf Gifts - Our 17 top gift ideas

Most fun

If your Dad wants to bring the golf course to the home, then this awesome simulator is a sure-fire way to do so, and he will probably be spending all his time on it! PHIGolf's Smart Home Golf Simulator is a fun and performance-enhancing simulator that is very easy to set up and use. Importantly, it takes up very little space in your home and you won't need a hitting mat or a net with this simulator. It comes with a swing stick that features a built-in motion sensor that tracks your golf swing. 

Ultimately, this simulator is built for entertainment purposes, allowing users to play some of the most iconic courses in the world of golf from Pebble Beach to St Andrews. It also comes with seven different game modes including stroke play, nearest to the pin and longest drive, meaning there are hours and hours of fun to be had.

Best mat

But if the simulator is not for you or your Dad wants something more simple, then a putting mat is a great way to go as well so they can work on their stroke any time. This Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat was one of our absolute favorites in testing for several reasons. First things first, it is straight-forward to set-up, taking a mere few minutes, with the end result looking really premium. It features the mat itself, which is attached to the raised, wooden end part with two holes of different sizes in it. There is also a wooden backstop and four wooden slats that fit together to create a channel for the ball to roll back towards you.

In testing, the channel worked really well and, for more convenience, you can remove one of the slats when practicing the shorter putts. We felt that this could be one of the best golf training aids money can buy, with the mat working very well on both a tiled (kitchen) floor and carpeted floor. We should add that you must be careful with the way you store this item and take care when unrolling it. If you store it correctly, you should be able to get a smooth, consistent roll for many years.

One of our writers, David Usher, bought one of these during lockdown a few years ago and has said just how much he loves it. He said specifically; 'I can’t recommend it highly enough. I still occasionally set it up if I’ve been struggling with three or four footers as it helps massively with repetition of stroke and confidence building.'

• Read our full Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat Review

Best cheap watch

A GPS device is a must these days because there is no excuse for getting the wrong yardage when out on the course. A good way of dealing with this problem is a yardage device and, one of the best golf watches available is the Approach S12 from Garmin. It in at a slightly lower price point that represents excellent value. With access to more than 40,000 preloaded courses, finding your desired venue is extremely quick and easy.

From there, we found the usability of this watch to be brilliant. Off the tee, it provides loads of information on things like distances to bunkers, water hazards and ideal lay-up yardages, while you can also move the flag around to get a more exact number for your approach shots.

Another performance aspect we really liked was the measure-shot feature that does as you'd expect - it tracks how far you've struck a given shot. It's also really easy to input scores and a few stats at the end of each hole, giving golfers an idea of what they've done well and perhaps not so well after the round. Finally, Big-Numbers mode, coupled with the sunlight-readable dial, is great for those whose eyesight maybe isn't what it once was, and we think it looks pretty stylish too so your Dad will look good.

• Read our full Garmin Approach S12 GPS Watch Review

Best ball

We all know how TaylorMade regularly look to start trends and think outside the box when it comes to technology and golf equipment design, and the latest Ink golf balls continue this theme. They feature a really distinct visual design, with splashes of color splattered on the golf ball the undoubtedly enhances the visibility when searching for your golf ball in the rough.

Performance is not just cosmetic either though. It is labeled as a mid-launching ball but in testing we actually got it to spin and climb a little higher than we expected, which is good for those players who struggle in doing so. Additionally the SpeedSoft Ink golf balls have a compression delta below 50, which is why they feel extremely soft off the face at impact.

We would say the TaylorMade SpeedSoft Ink golf balls are comparable to the likes of the Callaway Supersoft and Srixon Soft Feel in terms of both feel and performance, but you get the added color design as well with these balls. A dozen of these balls won't break the bank either which makes them a good gift for anyone, let alone Dad!

• Read our full TaylorMade SpeedSoft Ink Golf Ball Review

Best shoes

If your Dad continues to use an old pair of shoes and they look worse for wear, now is the time for an upgrade. The golf shoe market is chocked full of excellent models and one of our top picks, despite being a couple of years old, remains the Ecco Biom C4. 

The C4 seriously impressed us with its overall comfort, grip, style and breathability. It's built nicely on the foundations of the excellent Biom H4 but the new sneaker style has won our hearts from a style perspective, but it isn't over the top either so we can see a lot of Dad's liking the design.

The performance is there to match. It uses Ecco's Exhaust Grid technology that scoops fresh air towards the sole of the foot to keep it cool. This, combined with Gore-Tex surround and breathable Ortholite insole, makes this the most breathable shoe by some stretch.

Another excellent touch from Ecco is that the insole is removable to allow for more width in the shoe. This will make the Biom C4 suitable for those with wider feet and there is still the same amount of comfort and cushioning with the first insole removed. 

• Read our full Ecco Biom C4 Golf Shoe Review

Best speaker

Speakers have become all the rage on the golf course over the last few years and this model is one of our favorites. A small, lightweight speaker that adds a lot of fun to your rounds, this portable model is a great and loud option for anyone who likes to listen to music on the course. 

In testing, we felt that the set-up was super easy and stress-free, while we really enjoyed the magnetic clip on its back that you can attach to any metal structure. Once the app is downloaded and connected to your speaker, you can head to the course and use a nearby search to find the course you are playing and begin your round. The app displays yardages to the front, middle and back of greens and while you may not be looking at your phone on the course, a quick press of the button that looks like a flag, will have the speaker momentarily mute the music and read out the yardages to the different segments of the green. Finally it is charged by a USB-C cable and will hold enough battery for two rounds. Such is the quality, we felt it was one of the best golf speakers on the market.

• Read our full TecTecTec Team8 GPS Speaker Review 

Best cheap laser

As our other equipment guides have proven, we have become fans of Inesis gear of late and the same can be said of this rangefinder. Not only is it competitively priced, but this unit boasts a Slope Compensation switch so you can toggle on and off slope-adjusted distances. 

We actually put this model up against a more expensive rangefinder (the Bushnell Tour V5 Shift) and we found it more than kept up with accuracy and ease of use. It features a first target priority function that isolates the flag, while measurements are confirmed by vibration and, rather importantly, it is accurate to +/- 1 yard and can measure in both yards or meters. 

Finally, you also get 6x magnification, so you get a clear view when looking through the viewfinder and we also liked the weight, particularly the way it sits so well in the hand. Acknowledging all of this, if your Dad needs a laser rangefinder, then we cannot recommend this Inesis model enough, especially because of the undeniable value on offer.

• Read our full Inesis Golf 900 Laser Rangefinder Review

Best cart

Motocaddy are known for producing some of the best electric golf trolleys on the market, but the brand know a thing or two about a compact cart, with the Cube a prime example. It is one of our favorite push carts currently on the market and if you want to get someone something a little bit special, then this could be the perfect gift for Dad, especially to save him aches and pains in the back, shoulders and legs that come from carrying all the time.

As you would expect, with a name like Cube, it is extremely easy to store, and is one of the most compact golf carts money can buy. It is easy to fold and unfold thanks to it only requiring a couple of movements and button clicks, whilst we also found it extremely easy to maneuver on the course because of the friction free oversize wheels.

We were particularly impressed with the Easilock compatibility, which allows any bag to sit on the cart securely. It has adjustable bag supports at the top and bottom, with a 24-month warranty and plenty of storage space too.

• Read our full Motocaddy Cube Push Cart Review

Best mid-price watch

This user-friendly, feature-packed golf watch will certainly catch the eye of many players of differing experience levels. The GolfBuddy Aim W12 is an example of the cutting edge features and designs going into some of the best golf watches on the market right now. 

Aesthetically, the watch looks a lot slicker than the previous W11 and has certainly been streamlined thanks to the flatter button in the corner. What's more, the face looks to have been blended in better with the the cool looking bezel and it comes with a leather strap as standard. If leather isn't your cup of tea, it also comes with a silicon strap in the box too, which may be more appropriate if you're playing in warmer conditions. 

Looking to the touchscreen now, and the display is very bright and reassuringly responsive. The watch will only start displaying distances when you arrive at the first tee which was a little frustrating, but it did show good visuals and a 2D flyover of each hole which provided a good idea of what to expect and allowed us to plan out a strategy. The graphics and maps were very easy to use and you can also measure shot distances with the watch too. Overall, the user experience here was faultless, the watch was quick and easy to grasp and navigate around different screens and metrics. It is also now IPX7 waterproof too, which will provide peace of mind if you ever get caught in the rain. 

• Read our full GolfBuddy Aim W12 Golf Watch Review

Best travel bag

Dad got a golf trip lined up but still using the same travel bag from decades ago? Well an upgrade is vital, especially if you want to keep his clubs safe and secure when travelling. 

This is where the Meridian from Sun Mountain comes in and, just like the name suggests, it simply glides around the airport and takes away any stress from your back, arms and wrists that comes with carrying or trying to maneuver a bag without wheels. The legs are very sturdy and the wheels roll excellently. 

The padding around the top of the bag is very thick and should mean that there are no accidents with your driver and fairway woods. The bag also comes with two spacious outside pockets, one on either side, that can easily house jackets, coats, jumpers or anything else you see fit to put in there for easy access. Inside the bag, there are two straps to keep your golf bag secured and there’s enough room for plenty more too. Overall we loved this model and we think you will too.

• Read our full Sun Mountain ClubGlider Meridian Travel Cover Review

Best glove

Next up if you need a smaller golf gift then a new glove is a great way to go, with this model from Me And My Golf actually doubling up as a grip training aid too. It aims to give you a consistent, neutral grip every time thanks to the blue silicone areas on the glove which basically tell you where to put your fingers.

As such this gives clear visual feedback on how you are setting up grip-wise which could help you eliminate flaws from the outset. The glove actually conforms to the Rules of Golf so there's no reason why you wouldn't play a few rounds to get yourself into some improved habits. The glove can come up slightly small but it does stretch well so we would recommend ordering to your usual sizing.

• Read our full Me And My Golf True Grip Glove review

Best premium set

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 first thing to cover is what you get for your money. There are 12 clubs in total ranging from driver to putter. The version we tested featured a 10.5˚ driver, 3-wood and 4-hybrid, then 5-iron to pitching wedge followed by a gap wedge, 55˚ sand wedge and a putter. From a gapping perspective, this composition makes perfect sense and for most golfers, this line-up is more than enough to get you onto the course. 

Testing-wise, all are aesthetically pleasing at address and will provide the user with plenty of confidence. The main standout is how large the heads are at address, which is a key principle when it comes to new golfers who are looking to swing at the golf 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 those with an annoying slice, whilst also being easier to launch. The irons are also unmistakably Callaway and the putter looks fantastic as well.

• Read our full Callaway XR Package Set Review

Best sunglasses

The biggest compliment we could pay the Veloce sunglasses is that you genuinely don’t notice you’re wearing them. They weigh just 28g and feature an adjustable nose piece, which helps create a comfortable and secure fit. 

They are constructed with matte black Grilamid TR-90 frames which, when we tested them, felt sturdy and well made, plus there’s just enough give in them to ensure they will fit a variety of face sizes. The other benefit of have a little bit of flexibility built in is that they are less likely to snap should they get accidentally knocked or sat on. Thankfully, the Veloce comes with a firm zippered carry case which stores the frame and the other lenses available.

Along with the frames, the lenses are made of a shatterproof polycarbonate and are scratch-resistant. With the slip-resistant rubber arms and robust nylon frame, they are comfortable, secure and will do the vital job of protecting your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. There are even small vents in the lenses to prevent fogging - Tifosi has thought of everything. Overall, these are some of the best golf sunglasses on the market and they don't cost an arm and a leg either, making them an excellent gift for your Dad.

• Read our full Tifosi Veloce Interchangeable Sunglasses Review

Something extra special

If you want something a bit extra special then a club is the way to go and one of our absolute favorites from 2024 testing is the Darkspeed Hybrid from Cobra. Featuring some of the technology found in the Darkspeed fairway wood, such as PWR-bridge technology and H.O.T face technology, this is one of the longest hybrids we have ever tested. As such it will suit a wide range of players because this forgiveness and playability will suit higher handicap players, and the compact shape will suit better golfers.

Not only that, but the sound and feel is great as well, producing a muted crack through the ball at impact that only adds to the powerful feel. The combination of black and grey tones, alongside a matte dark grey crown, make this one of the best looking hybrids at address as well.

• Read our full Cobra Darkspeed Hybrid Review

Best mat for breaking putts

We all have an idea of how we putt but have very little real feedback... However, thanks to help from Piers Ward and Andy Proudman, world-renowned PGA professionals who will be familiar to all of us through their online coaching and tips, you can purchase this fascinating bit of kit to help Dad out on the greens.

Essentially, the Breaking Ball Putting Mat includes three revolutionary breaking balls and a putting mat. The balls have differently weighted breaks – the green ball has a slight break, the red ball has a medium break and the blue ball has a heavy break - with there also being three mats to choose from – 7.5ft (2.3m), 11ft (3.4m) and 14ft (4.3m).

An important aspect we noticed in testing though was the balls, despite the weights, aren’t clicky and don’t feel alien to other golf balls that you might use on the course and the mat is medium to fast. So it does a pretty good job replicating what we experience on the course. It should also be added that it comes in some excellent packaging, is of very high quality and is easily packed away.

• Read our full Breaking Balls Putting Mat Review

Best net

Does the golfer in your life want to work on their game at home? Well, a good, strong, sturdy golf net is a must and, therefore, we have picked this Amazon Basics model for this piece. 

Firstly, don't let the 'basics' in the name fool you, this is a very good golf net (that can be used for other sports actually). It is made from durable metal and fiberglass giving it a degree of sturdiness and toughness. It's not just the material which shines though, as it is conveniently portable. This means it can be easily set up and taken down anywhere you like and then stored away in the handy carry bag. With three sizes to choose from, there should be something for everyone.

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