TaylorMade needs no introduction in the golf world. With the likes of Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda using their clubs, golf balls and golf bags. TaylorMade have an extensive product range so this guide will focus on golf bags with some models even ranking as the best golf bags in the business.
For many golfers, bags are often just an afterthought. But golf bags deserve more attention. After all, a bag holds and protects your golf clubs, waterproofs, gloves and multiple other items that you use throughout your game. Storage, ergonomics, access are all factors you must consider when purchasing a new bag. Finding the right combination of these can reduce on-course stress and direct all your energy to what matters most—playing your best game.
So what are the best TaylorMade Golf Bags? Well, the Golf Monthly team has reviewed and tested them and have selected our favorites below to help you make the right choice. However, if TaylorMade is not for you, make sure you check out some of our other bag guides from other brands – such as the best Titleist golf bags, best Sun Mountain golf bags, or the best Callaway golf bags.
The Quick List
The FlexTech Crossover bag is superb, especially if you like to carry and use a cart without having to switch bags. The amount, variety and placing of pockets is great.
A well-designed premium quality stand bag that offers a lot of features, storage and is comfortable to carry. It is also available in plenty of colorways that will appeal to all tastes.
The wealth of pockets is great for organization and the removable straps and FlexTech base make this a highly versatile bag between carrying and using a cart.
This is the latest addition to TaylorMade's FlexTech range. It's a robust, comfortable and a genuinely lightweight bag—perfect for players looking for simplicity in their golf stand bags.
We love how stylish this trolley bag looks. The heathered color effect gives it a unique, premium and classy finish, whilst it is lightweight and convenient to use too.
This is ideal for those who like to travel light. It’s a pencil-style bag that’s supremely lightweight and takes up very little room in the trunk of a car or in a locker.
Best TaylorMade Golf Bags
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Stand Bags
Let's kick things off with the FlexTech Crossover stand bag...
In terms of space, there's a 14-way club divider and plenty of pockets. While the divider can split opinion, it did stop our clubs from banging together when walking. Plus, this made it easy to quickly locate the club you wanted (so long as you’ve remembered which order you put them in). The variety and quantity of storage pockets on this bag is outstanding; it's no surprise we've included the FlexTech Crossover in our best golf stand bags. In testing, we particularly enjoyed the seam-sealed and micro-suede lined valuables' pockets which were a handy feature.
We found it extremely comfortable to carry. This is because of the self-adjusting straps, which do a good job of distributing the weight evenly once they are at the correct length. This is not a very lightweight golf bag but if you aren't able to carry, it fits nicely onto a trolley and is extremely versatile. This is because the legs stay tucked in and you don’t have to worry about them popping out or, indeed, the bag falling off the trolley.
- Read our full TaylorMade FlexTech Crossover Stand Bag Review
TaylorMade FlexTech Lite Stand Bag
The FlexTech Lite does exactly what it says on the tin—it's one of the best lightweight golf bags on the market. But golf bags are more than just about weight...
In testing, we felt that the FlexTech Lite's stand-out feature is the self-adjusting strap system and four full length dividers. The Strap Slider System allows the bag to stay stable while being carried and even adjusts itself as you move. It makes the bag remarkably comfortable to carry, with well-padded straps, and a nice thick pad sits comfortably against your hips and back.
We see further ease of use with the FlexTech stand system, whilst the eight pockets that are provided on this bag are also easy to access. They include a suede lined valuables' pocket, a large apparel pocket and a large insulated cooler pocket meaning there is plenty of space to store all the essentials and more.
- Read our full TaylorMade FlexTech Lite Stand Bag Review
TaylorMade FlexTech 2023 Stand Bag
Think this is just another stand bag...think again. If you like to carry and use a push cart or electric trolley from time to time the FlexTech might be for you...
It features a cart strap passthrough area as well as removable straps, allowing it to effectively turn into a cart bag with relative ease. The straps are also brilliant. Well-padded on the shoulders, the self-adjusting strap system allows you to quickly find the most comfortable position.
With a slightly smaller overall footprint than the FlexTech Crossover, the FlexTech stand bag offers much of the same great storage. The only difference is that has a more common 5-way top rather than the 14-way top of the Crossover model. There's a total of Nine pockets which includes a full-length apparel pocket, magnetic cooler pocket, water bottle pocket and fleece-lined, fully waterproof valuables pocket. It's the most varied and well-proportioned amount of pockets we've ever tested on a stand bag.
The main downside to this bag is that it is not fully waterproof and as such you will want to bare this in mind if you play frequently in changeable conditions. In which case, you should check our best waterproof golf bags guide.
- Read our full TaylorMade FlexTech 2023 Stand Bag Review
TaylorMade FlexTech SuperLite Golf Stand Bag
TaylorMade FlexTech SuperLite Golf Stand Bag on the green
Many golfers will ditch a heavier cart bag for a lightweight bag to enjoy less strenuous carrying and a minimalistic approach to golf. If you're looking for that then the TaylorMade FlexTech SuperLite might be one to consider...
First and foremost: weight. The FlexTech SuperLite Golf Stand Bag comes in at an impressive 1.4kg. Granted, it's a fraction heavier than the Trekker Ultra Lite we tested but it's still two-thirds the weight of golf bags that are marketed as 'lightweight'. Of course, weight is only one part of comfort. In testing, we found the straps to be quick, easy and comfortable to loop over your shoulder. The bag itself has a thoughtful padded section so it rests and bumps against your body without discomfort.
Legs are just as important. The FlexTech SuperLite's legs give a sturdy, robust base when the bag is set down and the legs are triggered to extend automatically when you put the bag down at an angle. It's worth noting that there are no straps to pin the legs to the bag if you choose to use it on a trolley, as some stand bags have. As you'd expect, the top of the bag has a four-way divider typical of lightweight bags and there are five pockets. The only downsides is that the bag isn't waterproof and the full-length pocket isn't overly spacious. It does come with a detachable rain hood. If you're in dire need of a waterproof bag, check out our picks for the best waterproof golf bags.
Cart Bags
The TaylorMade Kalea Premier cart bag went straight into our best women's golf bags guide—it's elegant, practical and sophisticated.
The bag has a 14-way divider that helps club organization which is still lightweight enough to easily to lift in and out of the car. There are also multiple pockets available, which can store your necessities, with the bag also featuring a soft-line valuables' pocket and a thermal-lined cool pocket to keep your drink cold on a warm day.
Of course, looks count too. If you are the type of person who cares as much about the look of their golf bag as the performance, then you'll love this stylish bag. It's made from a heathered nylon, with the waterproof protection coming from the fabric.
- Read our full TaylorMade Kalea Premier Women's Cart Bag Review
Pencil Bags
If you're tired of lugging around heavy golf bags, then the TaylorMade Quiver Stand Bag might be just what you need.
At just 1.4kg, the TaylorMade Quiver Stand Bag is a slim, pencil-style bag that’s supremely lightweight and takes up very little room in the trunk of a car or in a locker—it's the perfect companion for a quick nine holes. That said, it can just as easily fit a full set of clubs and there’s even enough storage for a waterproof jacket plus a decent amount of accessories.
The self-adjusting strap makes it comfy to carry while the extended grab handle and short, retractable legs make it easy to quickly lift and move around. There are six pockets providing good storage for a pencil bag, and the 5-way top keeps clubs separated nicely.
Overall, it’s a nifty little bag that’s perfect for someone looking to simplify with a lightweight, minimal carrying option.
How we test golf bags
When it comes to the best golf bags, let alone ones from specific brands like TaylorMade, we take the testing process very seriously. We look to put every product through its paces and then this can inform our reviews and buying advice, which therefore best informs you. Every member of the Golf Monthly team is an avid golfer and as such, knows what does and doesn't make for good golf bag.
As far as our methodology goes, we review all products properly, which means we have used each and every feature. We do this by using bags over a number of rounds and in different conditions because this helps us gauge performance on things like - ease of use, comfort, waterproofing, stability and so on. We should also mention that even in brand specific guides, no manufacturer can buy a good review because we tell it how it is.
How to choose a new golf bag
There are several key factors to consider when thinking about buying a golf bag and we have gone into those below...
Bag Type - Put simply what kind of bag do you want? Do you want a stand bag? Or a cart model? Or perhaps a pencil model? All of these types of bag have their positives and negatives and you should think about what you think is important to your golf.
Stand bags tend to be lightweight and comfortable because they are designed to be carried. As a result they do require more effort to use and the storage tends to be a little less when compared with cart models.
However, that being said there are several stand bags above that can also be used on golf carts as well so maybe that is a way of killing two birds with one stone.
Cart bags tend to be larger and therefore offer more storage, whilst they are usually designed specifically for carts as well. The main negative is they are just bulkier and have to be taken off the cart before and after the round, whereas stand bags offer a bit more freedom. Pencil bags are the lightest and most convenient for quick rounds but don't provide all that much storage so weigh up the pros and cons of each and then pick accordingly.
Storage - Storage is important in golf these days because a good golf bag has to offer pockets for lots of different things as we mentioned above. Cart bags tend to have larger pockets because they are just that, larger. They also require less effort to use too which means players are able to carry more stuff with them if needed. Stand bags on the other hand usually have enough to house the essentials.
As such have a think about how much gear you want to take onto the golf course, and pick a bag accordingly.
Waterproofing - If you live or golf somewhere that gets a lot of rain then this is a no-brainer really, get a bag that offers protection from the rain. Whereas if you don't, then this factor won't be as important. We should acknowledge that some models above are better than others in this regard because they have been designed as such.
Weight - Across all types of bag, weight is important. Stand bags obviously have to be lightweight because players will be carrying them on their backs and shoulders all day, whilst cart bags should also have a degree of lightness too so they are easy to maneuver on the golf course, and from the car to the cart itself. Thankfully brands like TaylorMade make lightweight models across its range of bags.
Looks - How do you want your golf bag to look? Whether it be a stand or cart model, brands try their best to create design aesthetics that stand out, or blend in on the golf course. Therefore have a think about which models you like the look of, or if some bags have different color schemes. We think TaylorMade make some of the best looking bags in the game and in lots of colors as well so just pick a model that you like the look of.
Budget - Our final factor to consider is of course price. There are golf bags at every single price point so if you want to go for a premium cart model you can, or if you want a cheap stand bag you can also do that too.
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