Best Golf Gifts 2025 - My favorite Memorial Day golf deals and gift ideas right now

Buying for us golfers can be tricky and we can be tough to please when it comes to golf gifts because there is a lot of rubbish out there. We have all been gifted a towel of some kind with a vague reference to golf on it right? Well I wrote this guide to resolve this every present problem because with Memorial Day golf sales here, I have collated my favorite deals, sales, and gift ideas all into one place. I am reasonably certain that the golfer in your life will enjoy all of the options I have selected below.

Along with the best golf simulators, best golf accessories and even best golf balls, I 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. Whatever gap your golfer needs to fill, I have got an option for you.

Best Memorial Day sales

• Amazon: Big savings on wide range of golf equipment
• PGA Tour Superstore: As much as 51% off on all golf equipment
• Carls Golfland: Clearances on clubs plus 2-day free shipping on select deals
• Scottsdale Golf: Biggest ever sale with up to 70% off
• Clubhouse Golf: Up to 70% off select products
• adidas: The Long Weekend Sale
• Rock Bottom Golf: 15% off sitewide in Memorial Day sale
• Nike: Up to 44% off Nike Golf clothing and shoes
• Callaway: Great offers available on clubs, golf balls
• TaylorMade: Discounts on Qi10, personalized clubs and more
• Garmin: Shop the holiday sale

Best Memorial Day deals

PXG 0311 XF Gen5 Driver: was $599.99 now $299.99 at PXG

Crammed with technology and customization options, you will struggle to find a better value driver than this 0311 XF Gen5 which is now up to $300 off. Designed with maximum forgiveness in mind, the variable thickness on the face was a particular standout.

Read our full PXG 0311 XF Gen5 Driver Review

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Bushnell Tour V6 Shift Rangefinder: was $399.99 now $329.99 at Amazon

The successor to the V5 and again this is a product we were very impressed with in testing. A simple to use, highly-accurate laser rangefinder with bright and clear optics, seamless slope functionality and convenient carry options. Based on the user experience, this premium model is hard to beat, and you currently get a modest $70 off.

Read our Bushnell Tour V6 Shift Rangefinder review

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Garmin Approach S12 Watch: was $199.99 now $149.99 at Amazon

A stylish and sleek design with a colored touchscreen, the S12 Approach is one of the best golf watches you can buy right now. Available with around $50 off on Amazon's Garmin store, we found that the stand out features are the ease of use and looks but, be warned, it doesn't offer much in the way of off-course functionality.

Read our Garmin Approach S12 GPS Watch Review

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TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe Balls: was $42.99 now $34.99 at Amazon

The look may divide opinion, but we found this to be an excellent all-round golf ball that offers performance close to the Tour-level models. The distance was good, as was the greenside spin and control, whilst those seeking help with alignment could definitely see improvements via the Stripe design. Right now a dozen has just under 20% off.

Read our TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe Golf Ball Review

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adidas Tour 360 24 Golf Shoes: was $200 now $101.90 at Amazon

This deal is only available in the US and features adidas' comprehensive redesign of its flagship performance golf shoe has paid dividends in what is, to us, the complete all round spiked golf shoe. It is worth noting that the biggest 49% discount is on a specific model, so have a play with the color and sizes on Amazon to see the different discounts.

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Best Golf Gifts - My top Memorial Day gift ideas

Training aid gifts

Best mat

The easiest way to get in valuable practice time that will lead to shots being sliced off your handicap is by working on your putting. We use our putter more than any club in the bag and play more shots on the green than any other part of the golf course, so investing in a helpful putting match can revolutionize your game.

The Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat is dead easy to set up with the mat itself attached to the raised, wooden end part with two holes, both of different size, at the top of the slope.

In testing, the channel worked really well and, for more convenience, you can remove one of the slats when practicing the shorter putts. I 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. I 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 testers David Usher spent a lot of time of the last winter using the mat, saying 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 glove

Holding the golf club correctly is a crucial starting point to a successful golf game and the Me And My Golf True Grip Glove can help you or a loved one do just that. It's the perfect small gift for a friend or work colleague as well.

The glove is designed to help you create a neutral grip on the golf club thanks to blue silicone areas of the glove telling you where to put your fingers. This can help correct any bad habits or tendencies that are all to easily creep into our setup without us even knowing.

The visual feedback provided can help eliminate flaws from your grip while the glove itself conforms to the rules of golf meaning you can wear this during a competition round for extra practice. The glove can come up slightly small but it does stretch well so I would recommend ordering to your usual sizing.

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

Tech gifts

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 comes in at a slightly lower price point than a lot of other models on the market and as such, given the performance, there is clear value to be had here.

One of the reasons GPS watches have become so popular is that they can be worn on and off the golf course, doubling up as a neat sports-style watch when not on the course. The S12 is a perfect example of the growing popularity. It comes with more than 40,000 preloaded courses and finding your venue is quick and easy. Once on the links it rpovides distance to the front, middle and back of the green as well as hazards and other features like ponds and bunkers. It also helps with potential layup yardages and the pin on each green is movable so you can get an accurate reading to the flag from wherever on the hole.

Another performance aspect I 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 I think it looks pretty stylish too.

• Read our full Garmin Approach S12 GPS Watch Review

Best mid-price watch

A great mid-price option is the V5 from Shot Scope, which is arguably a bit sleeker and offers more off-course appeal than the previous V3 model. Thankfully, none of the shot tracking capability has been lost in this quest.

GPS information is accurate and other features include a green preview, different yardages to hazards including how far to reach and carry as well as the movable pin feature we also saw on the S12. Shot distance measurement is useful, while there is also information on doglegs and lay up distances plus the ability to add penalty shots to your scorecard.

Overall the performance in our testing was very impressive. The V5 takes around 20 seconds to locate the course once you arrive which is pretty good and we liked the improved button navigation which was a lot less fiddly then previous Shot Scope models. I certainly feel it can help the user improve decision-making and club selection and of course the price also makes it an appealing model to consider.

• Read our full Shot Scope V5 Golf GPS Watch Review

Most fun

Combining putting with a simulator is a weird thought, but the ExPutt RG putting sim can provide players of all abilities some real fun of the holiday period. It'll also work to sharpen up your abilities on the green in the meantime.

Simply plug the simulator into your TV or tablet and suddenly hundreds of different greens from courses around the world are at your fingertips. The high tech camera, which is placed at the end of the mat, measures how well and hard you hit a putt, providing feedback that includes impact angle, putting path and more to help you hit more consistently accurate putts. I found this to be one of the best putting aids you can get your hands on.

This simulator provides you with great analytics, offering up handy graphs and visuals that will let you see all the aspects of the putter performance. This allows you to fix any problems you may have in your putting game. That isn't it though, not only does it help you to get better on the greens, but you can also compete online against any friends that have the sim or other golfers from around the world.

• Read our full Exputt RG Putting Simulator Review

Under $100 gifts

Best ball

If you like to stand out from the crowd on the links then these Taylormade balls should be right up your street. The brand have pushed the boat out once again with the unique design on their SpeedSoft golf ball that not only looks good but performs well too. Additionally the SpeedSoft Ink golf balls have a compression delta below 50, which is why they feel extremely soft off the face at impact.

I 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.

• Read our full TaylorMade SpeedSoft Ink Golf Ball Review

Under $300 gifts

Best cart

Not all players want to carry their bag on their back and there is no doubt that having a push or electric trolley can help save your back a bit for those final few holes on the back nine, especially if you're carrying in hot, sunny weather.

It is also very lightweight and compact when folded down which is ideal for transportation, and I liked how the wheels can be easily taken off and put back on which aids storage. Crucially, the Nitron isn't as heavy or bulky as other similar carts on the market and also has a number of features which you won't find on other models. Some of the features I enjoyed were the integrated beverage holder, golf ball storage, handle-mounted parking brake, mobile device holder and bungee straps that secure the golf bag with ease, making this incredible value.

• Read our full Bag Boy Nitron Push Cart Review

Best shoes

Another great gift idea is a new pair of golf shoes and one of my absolute favorite models that many will like is the Under Armour Drive Pro SL shoe, which has been constructed following two years of research and development. The newest tech is something called a Swing Support System - otherwise known as S3. This new system gives excellent performance because it covers every design element thoroughly, such as the midsole, traction and the new lacing system.

In testing, this system worked faultlessly to keep the foot planted on the ground while offering the support when moving within the shoe. The shoe was also extremely comfortable thanks to the new, softer midsole and foam.

The final point I should mention are the looks and lightweight nature of the Drive Pro SL. Despite all of this technology, it is around 12oz lighter than its competitors and, although there are better-looking models on the market, Under Armour have kept with their usual minimalist styling.

• Read our full Under Armour Drive Pro SL Golf Shoe Review

Extra special gifts

Best travel bag

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 golf clubs safe and secure when travelling.

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 I loved this model and I think you will too.

• Read our full Sun Mountain ClubGlider Meridian Travel Cover Review

Best rain jacket

Having tested rain jackets for a number of years, I could immediately see that the Rain Walker jacket from Peter Millar is a step up yet again. It’s all-new construction is windproof, waterproof and exceptionally breathable, with the give in the material adding to the comfort and ease of movement. There are three layers including a hydrophilic membrane which allows moisture to escape. The external surface is water repellent, and the latest improvements in seam technology mean that the stitching is robust and reliable.

We found both comfort and maneuverability while playing to be first-class, and it even comes with a waterproof bucket hat. We love the way that the overall look is so smart and understated, somehow classic and yet still modern at the same time.

• Read our full Peter Millar Rain Walker Jacket Review

How to choose a golf gift

There are a number of factors to consider when buying a golf gift for someone and this section will look to go into them all for you.

Gaps in their equipment

First things first, find out what gaps the golfer in your life has in their equipment setup. If you know they don't have a laser, or their bag is looking a bit old, then that narrows your focus in terms of gifts big time.

Gear they really want

Additionally I would recommend getting an understanding on gear they really want. I know we all want to give surprise gifts to see their faces when they open them but to find out what they really want you will need to ask them. You can then go searching for their wish list and that is a sure fire way to get them something they really want. Trust me, the world of golf has a lot of rubbish in it so sometimes it is worth sacrificing the surprise, to get them something they love.

If unsure of these things

However if you can't work out their gaps, or don't want to ask them for gift ideas, then I do think there are some universal gifts in the golf space which all golfers will like. For example all golfers need golf balls but even then you need to try and find out which model/brand they use most often. No I think a better way to go is clothing because then you just need to know their size for things like polo shirts, pants, hoodies and so on. I think golf shoes sits in this category as well.

Budget

Of course you need to think about your budget as well because golf, whilst having the stigma of being expensive, and don't get me wrong, it can be, there are actually pieces of golf gear at all price points these days. So therefore I think you need to work out your budget, and then tick off the factors above, so you can then choose a gift accordingly.

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