Most Comfortable Golf Shoes 2025 - Our expert picks his 9 favorites

When it comes to golf shoes, comfort is essential. In fact, it's the number one priority considering that golfers will average 11,948 steps during a typical 18-hole round. That's a lot of steps to be taking with shoes that are digging in or causing blisters. Comfort is paramount, but fortunately the golf shoe market has a huge range of spiked, spikeless and casual sneaker golf shoe options, most of which you will find to be very comfortable.

However, with such an abundance of golf shoes to choose from, it's now harder than ever to choose the pair that is best for your needs. To help you narrow down the search for the right pair of golf shoes, we've tried, tested and picked out the most comfortable offerings on the market. For more advice in this market, be sure to check out our guide on the best golf shoes as well.

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Comfort means different things to different golfers. Some golfers are looking for a 'locked-in' feeling around the ankle and heel, while others will be seeking the kind of comfort provided by soft, full-grain leathers and padded midsoles. Ultimately, it's down to your own preference.

Of course, comfort is just one factor in purchasing golf shoes, and we have created guides to suit the needs of every player. Check out the best golf shoes for wide feet, the best waterproof golf shoes and best spikeless golf shoes.

Dan Parker

Dan is Golf Monthly's resident shoe expert. Having tested a lot of different models, from loads of brands, he is in a good position to let you know about the pros and cons of specific golf shoes. Then when it comes to spikeless specific models, he knows what regular golfers look for in a shoe - comfort, waterproofing, stability, looks, value and so on and so forth.

The Quick List

Most Comfortable Golf Shoes

Top pick

Our top pick is the Quantum which, in testing, backed up the claims of having 'Cloud Like Comfort'! It sure does. FootJoy has crammed the shoe with cushioning and over several rounds walking the course, we never experienced any aches and pains.

The SofFoam technology used in and around the heel provides an unbelievably cushioned ride. What's more, the Quantum features an Ortholite Impression FitBed, which really enhances the comfort on offer as it moulds over time to the shape of the foot to create a 'customized' fit.

Aesthetically, we'd say that the Quantum sits somewhere between a traditional athletic golf shoe and a sneaker style. It's clean, classic and smart.

• Read our full FootJoy Quantum Golf Shoe Review

Best spiked

The 2024 adidas' Tour360 line was our top spiked pick for the most comfortable golf shoes and it continues the proud tradition of the Tour360 franchise.

For this iteration adidas has completely revamped the Tour360 with new technology, such as the 'T-shape' microfiber heel, which is a textile that runs from the inside heel to the top of the collar, producing a noticeably softer and more comfortable feeling than its predecessor. In addition, there is a new Torsion Bridge and 360Wrap which provides added support by surrounding your foot during the swing.

The moulded spikes have been swapped for seven replaceable spikes, which is a change we welcome as not only does it extend the lifespan, it also ensures that grip and stability is second to none. The new flex grooves on the outsole also help massively with this, and all in all we think the new Tour 360 is one of the best spiked golf shoes in its class this year.

• Read our full adidas Tour360 24 Golf Shoe Review

Best BOA

Ecco has a well earned reputation for designing some of the most comfortable shoes on the market. The LT1 is our top BOA pick as it definitely delivers on Ecco's claim of 'setting a new standard for lightness and comfort'.

In terms of the technology, the LT1 features Ecco Lytr, which is a new midsole foam designed to provide unparalleled cushioning and rebound in combination with Fluidform technology. Out on the course this cushioning felt superb, as the energy return helped to minimize foot fatigue. Our tester experienced a real bounce in their stride walking along the fairways.

The LT1 has a fully waterproof upper and we believe you could confidently play these shoes in damp conditions, although we wouldn't recommend them for when it's really wet simply because spikeless golf shoes tend to not have quite the same level of traction in the wet that you get from spiked shoes.

We believe the LT1 is one of the best executions of the BOA lacing system we've tested, though, as you can accurately adjust how tight or lose your shoe is with a simple twist.

• Read our full Ecco LT1 Golf Shoe Review

Best cushioning

This is a shoe that needs no introduction - it's worn by Brooks Koepka and features on our lists for best golf shoes for walking as well as best spiked golf shoes.

We tested the Infinity Tour Next% 2 extensively and were blown away with the performance. In fact, we took them straight out of the box into a 72-hole event and they instantly gave us excellent comfort with no breaking in necessary. The Air Zoom unit gives that cloud-like feeling underfoot while the cushioned insole, midsole foam and Flyweave material provided stability when hitting from uneven lies on the course.

This iteration of the Infinity Tour Next% 2 has added additional spikes in the forefoot, raising the total of spikes to six, which is two more than the previous Infinity Tour Next%. Another bonus is that you get a two-year waterproof warranty to go along with the 100% waterproof construction.

The Infinity Tour Next% 2 golf shoes are excellent value for money and give you everything you need for an all-year round golf shoe.

• Read our full Nike Air Zoom Infinity Tour Next% 2 Golf Shoe Review

Best on/off course comfort

Another offering from Ecco, the Street 720 shoe. Let's start with the looks, which we absolutely love. In our view Ecco has done the right thing by eliminating almost all the branding and keeping it subtle, but they have also added some neat design touches that make for a modern and versatile silhouette.

One negative would be that they aren't the easiest shoes to clean, so it's probably best to pick and choose when you wear them. If you want a summer shoe that can be worn both on the course and for a meal out though, they are near perfect!

Along with the fabulous aesthetics, the performance delivers too. These are a seriously comfortable pair of golf shoes that will perform well in a variety of conditions thanks to the outsole which has multiple rubber nubs which provide excellent traction even in the wet, while the Gore-Tex construction means they are fully waterproof and will keep your feet nice and dry.

• Read our full Ecco Street 720 Golf Shoe Review

Best insole comfort

Another strong addition to G/FORE's ever growing collection of golf shoes, the MG4+ are an exceptionally comfortable and grippy pair of spiked golf shoes.

The comfort comes for G/FORE's unique insole which is covered in small nubs that give your foot a massage as you walk along. This will feel weird as you try the shoe on for the first time and may take a couple of rounds to get used to, but it's easily my favorite feature of G/FORE golf shoes. If you're starting to ache and tire toward the end of the round, simply wiggle your toes or move your foot around in the shoe, and you can get a nice little massaging sensation. It's a feature no other shoe possesses and as a result I think the brand deserve a lot of credit in delivering it.

Although the midsole is a little too chunky for my liking, the outsole is an area in which I have little criticisms of. Although it isn't overly difficult to provide a well executed outsole on a spiked shoe, especially when we consider the quality of modern golf shoes these days, G/FORE have still done a terrific job here. It uses 10 Tour Flex Pro Softspikes, which is more than on the Adidas Tour360 24 or Under Armour Drive Pro, but it doesn't feel like overkill. Not only is this one of the comfiest shoes on the market, I'd also throw it into the conversation for one of the best spiked golf shoes as well.

• Read our full G/FORE MG4+ O2 G/Lock Golf Shoe Review

Best arch support

If you after a shoe with lots of arch support, then the Skechers Go Golf Prestige shoes are well worth considering, especially for players with flat fleet who struggle to walk 18 holes.

The Arch Fit is a game changer for those with flat feet like myself. It gently lifts the arch of your foot upwards to help reduce foot fatigue and overall aches and pains. You then get Skechers' slip in technology which makes them a breeze to put on and the heel pillow combines with that technology yo give excellent comfort.

This is truly one of the softest heel experiences I've tested in a golf shoe, and if you find this particular part of your foot painful or problematic in other shoes, then the Skechers could be your answer to more comfort.

This is yet another impressive offering from Skechers who have really upped their game in terms of golf shoes in the last number of years and impressed us so much that they earned a spot on our Editor's Choice awards list for 2025. They are without doubt one of the best Skechers golf shoes and one of the best value golf shoes of the year when you consider the price.

• Read our full Skechers Go Golf Prestige Golf Shoe Review

Most supportive

Under Armour has positioned itself as the 'performance' brand in the market since it started releasing golf shoes in 2016, and the Drive Pro is the brand's flagship 2024 design. Its packed with technology, headlined by the Swing Support System which in testing kept our tester's foot planted and supported throughout the swing. The new midsole utilizes a softer, energy returning foam on the medial side of the foot, which has been paired with firmer, more supportive materials on the lateral side of the foot for additional comfort and support.

We also noted how lightweight the shoe felt (just 12oz per shoe) and our only slight complaints were that we didn't like the writing on the side of the shoe and the materials don't feel quite as high end as some other premium models on the market. However, it should be pointed out that the Drive Pro comes at a lower price compared to other similar golf shoes and in summary we'd describe it as a great spiked shoe that delivers grip, support and comfort.

• Read our full Under Armour Drive Pro Golf Shoe Review

Best sneaker

Many classic sneaker designs such as Air Jordan are being made into golf shoes and we're huge fans of it. The Air Pegasus '89 golf shoe is one of our favorites in this category due to the perfect blend of looks and comfort.

In testing, we enjoyed the discreet Zoom Air unit in the heel which contributed to that rebound feeling when walking, while the underfoot comfort was incredibly soft. The Zoom Air unit results in a heel area that feels slightly higher than other golf shoes and it does take some getting used to.

In terms of grip, the Pegasus' wet rubber traction provides excellent under foot security on all types of terrain, while the outsole will also keep its grip if the ground underfoot is damp. The synthetic leather overlays offer full waterproof protection but there are suede sections on the shoe so we would definitely recommend spraying some protector on these areas as otherwise that can quickly lead to wear and tear.

The aesthetic is ideal for summer as the colorway can easily be styled with some of the best designer golf clothing and it's incredibly versatile off the course too.

• Read our full Nike Air Pegasus '89 Golf Shoe Review

How we tested the most comfortable golf shoes

When it comes to testing golf shoes Golf Monthly has a strong testing procedure that revolves around putting them to the test over a number of rounds and in a variety of different conditions. We often play multiple rounds in one day in the same shoe too. That way we have a clear understanding of which shoes are more comfortable than others, whilst also making note of things like grip, stability, versatility, looks and overall performance.

Before the testing even begins we often attend product launches and have discussions with the manufacturer’s R&D experts to understand the new technology. That way we know what the technology is supposed to do, and can test for whether it does so.

It is important to stress that each of the shoes I have picked above has been used and thoroughly tested by a member of the Golf Monthly team. The shoe category is overseen by shoe expert Dan Parker, a writer who has been testing golf shoes for years and has amassed quite the collection. He also uses other members of the gear team like Joe Ferguson or Sam Sam De'Ath, all regular golfers with years of experience testing golf products. Wider team members like Deputy Editor Joel Tadman and Senior E-commerce Editor Sam Tremlett also occasionally test golf shoes as well.

As mentioned our testing procedure revolves around using the shoes over a period of time to gauge performance on the big facets like grip, comfort, stability, feel and so on.

We also do very specific testing on brand claims - for example if a brand claims the shoe is waterproof we test for that despite the weather. If it is sunny then we pour water on the shoe to test how waterproof it actually is. We also make sure we test traction and stability claims in different lies and ground conditions because a shoe has to work as much on sand, mud, rough as it does on the fairway and green.

Our testing procedure also gives us information on the little details too. For example hwo comfortable are the shoes right out of the box, do they come up small or large, how do sizes differ from brand to brand. Only by getting the products in our hands can we tell you about the performance insightfully, and with honesty.

The final point to make here is manufacturers cannot buy a good review because we tell it how it is for all golf product reviews, not just golf shoes.

How to choose new golf shoes

There are a number of factors to consider when picking out your next pair of golf shoes so to help you narrow down your search and inform your buying decision, below we have put together some key points.

Comfort - Obviously the first place to start is comfort. We all have different sizes and shapes of foot which will therefore mean some models are more comfortable than others. As such going to try on different models is invaluable before making a purchase.

When you are trying shoes on, listen for a 'whoosh' sound which should indicate air leaving the shoe which usually suggests a good fit. Walk around in the shoes too so you can feel any pinching and whether your feet are moving around inside them. A correctly fitted shoe should so neither of these things.

Getting the right fit is important because otherwise blisters can build up. Or your feet may slide around inside, which limits your stability.

Spiked or spikeless? - Do you want a spiked or spikeless design? Each have their own pros and cons...

Spiked golf shoes offer better grip and stability but don't sit as low to the ground as spikeless models. Spikeless golf shoes offer off-course versatility but might not offer as much traction. Ultimately, it depends what you prioritize in a golf shoe.

Waterproofing - If you live somewhere that gets a lot of precipitation then waterproof golf shoes are non-negotiable. The best waterproof golf shoes will keep your feet bone dry but if you play in consistently dry conditions then water-resistant or partially waterproof golf shoes might be a better option.

Styling - Thankfully modern golf shoe design has seen many brands not just create traditional, classic-looking shoes, but also casual sneaker shoes that can be used off the golf course too.

Budget - Finally be aware of your budget because you can find a good, comfortable golf shoe at every price point. We've even complied a list of the best budget golf shoes here.

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