Best Golf Watches For Ladies 2025

Wearable technology has evolved considerably over recent years and GPS golf watches now offer an impressive amount of detailed information that could previously only be found on handheld devices. Simplicity is the biggest plus point of a GPS watch, as you can quickly glance at your wrist when you reach the ball, rather than faff around with a rangefinder or GPS device.

When deciding on which GPS watch to buy there are a number of factors that need considering. Firstly, you need to consider the number of features that you are likely to use. Modern day GPS watches have the ability to tell you basic yardages to the green, distances to hazards and carry, there’s shot tracking and analysis, green mapping and much more.

Generally, ladies need to forsake looks if they want an exceptional in-built caddie on their wrist, as the majority of golf GPS watches are fairly chunky and masculine looking. However, brands have improved overall styling and comfort to make the options appealing to both male and female players. For ladies that also lead an active lifestyle away from the golf course, many leading brands have introduced watches that include fitness tracking features, as well as different colors and straps. For example our top pick, the Garmin Approach S62 has immense functionality on and off the golf course.

Given all of this, and the sheer number of watches we have tested over the years, we have collated our favorite golf watches for ladies into this handy guide. However, if a watch isn't your thing, we also recommend checking out our guides on the best golf rangefinders or the best golf launch monitors.

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Best Golf Watches For Ladies

Top pick

The Approach S62 is Garmin’s top of the range watch and earned a spot in our Editor's Choice awards. Featuring super stylish looks, it is also packed with a host of features.

For ladies, I noticed it is slightly chunkier looking than the Approach S42, but with plenty of fitness tracking options, this is an accomplished sports watch that can be worn day-to-day and whilst on the move. What's more, you can even receive emails and texts.

In testing on the course, I found the hole details are easy to read on the full-color screen and the large display is useful when using Green View, the feature that moves the pin position for more accurate distances.

As well as viewing front, middle and back yardages, you can check distances to hazards, with the Approach S62 offering adjusted distances to allow for elevation changes and wind speed. You can also pair the watch with the Garmin Golf app and it will smartly collect your stats. This means that the next time you play, the in-built caddie function has the ability to club you based on your shot history.

• Read our full Garmin Approach S62 GPS Watch review

Best value

For an entry level model and one of the best value golf watches on the market, the Garmin Approach S12 is right up there as it has fantastic usability from the get go when loading up one of the 40,000 courses.

The display screen is clear and provides the usual yardages to front, middle and back of the green but, in addition, it provides information on distances to bunkers, water hazards, lay-up yardages, and the option to move the flag around for even greater accuracy. It is a little more clunky to use than other models on this list, and other Garmin models like the S42 and S62, but the value price more than makes up for this.

Ladies with failing eyesight will appreciate the Big Numbers mode, as well as the sunlight-readable dial, as these combined features help to add to a stress-free round. The measure-shot feature captures how far you’ve struck the ball and, by way of contributing to help improve your game, you can log your scores and some stats after each hole to analyze performance. That being said, I should acknowledge that there is limited off-course functionality here so for those wanting a no-nonsense watch purely for golf, this is the budget model to consider.

• Read our full Garmin Approach S12 GPS watch review

Best shot-tracking

Shot Scope's V5 looks to build on the impressive Shot Scope V3 and I was so enamored with the number of features on offer (as well as the looks) that I gave this product a spot in our Editor's Choice.

With a sleeker design compared to the V3, I am pleased to note that the excellent shot-tracking features have remained. The information I got was second-to-none thanks to the new lightweight tags that screwed into the top of my clubs. That being said to get the most out of this feature you need to wear the watch on your lead arm and it needs to be within 10cm of the tags in order to pick up shots and we found that it did occasionally miss some. It did not miss enough for it to be a big problem though and overall it's an impressive bit of kit. The sensors allow you to track shots and also give you free access to over 100 performance statistics which includes Strokes Gained.

Overall the performance in my testing was very impressive. A clear improvement for was the V5's button navigation which was a lot less fiddly than the Shot Scope X5's touchscreen navigation. The user experience wasn’t perfect but overall I think it can help the user improve decision-making and club selection. The price also makes it an appealing model to consider, although I do wish there was more than one strap option in terms of color. It is a massive difference in terms of price point, but the Tag Heuer model I tested below has nine to choose from!

• Read our full Shot Scope V5 Golf GPS Watch Review

Best mid-price

Garmin is a brand that leads the way in wearable technology and, whilst there are different models to choose from, I think the smaller size and well-rounded features of the Approach S42 make it a popular choice for ladies.

A premium look without a premium price tag, it’s well made and comes preloaded with more than 42,000 courses worldwide, as well as a 15 hour battery life. Regarding the touchscreen, you receive front, middle and back yardages, which are displayed on the exceptionally clear color screen. I found this screen simple and very easy to use whilst the menu scrolling was straightforward and very intuitive in my opinion.

What's more, if you know the pin locations, it’s possible to move the flag on the touchscreen for an exact yardage and, when used in conjunction with the Garmin Golf app, AutoShot technology allows you to track and record shot distances.

Importantly what makes it so versatile is not just the looks but I like the fact you can also track your number of steps, distance, calories and how you slept making it great for off-course activities. This does create an issue where it does take a little bit of time to get used to using a watch of this quality, and with this many features, but I think the overall performance makes it worth the time spent.

• Read our full Garmin Approach S42 GPS Watch review

Best simplicity

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 GPS golf watches on the market right now. GolfBuddy have made several impressive updates here over the Aim W11 released in 2021.

I think the watch looks a lot slicker and has certainly been streamlined thanks to the flatter button in the corner. 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, and I think the overall look of the hole maps could be improved with a touch more detail or made to look more visually arresting. The graphics on the display were still good though and the maps were easy to navigate, and I should mention the W12 comes with accurate slope functionality which is a welcome feature.

• Read our full GolfBuddy Aim W12 GPS Watch Review

Best premium

Tag Heuer introduced itself to the golf GPS watch scene around the turn of the decade and, since then, they have continued to improve their product with multiple-time DP World Tour winner, Tommy Fleetwood, a brand ambassador. Introducing the Connected Calbre E4 golf edition watch, Tag Heuer have introduced a number of new additions, including an automated shot-tracker, redesigned golf software and a new buckle with magnetic ball marker built into the strap.

The Tag Heuer design and feel is sporty and premium. As expected, the Tag Heuer is crammed with features, such as a 2D view of the hole on the screen. When out on the course, a red dot indicates where you are, moving with distance, suggesting a club for that yardage and, thanks to a tap of the screen, you get front and back numbers, as well as the par of the hole.

One of the standout features is the driving range feature. Essentially, it tracks drives automatically and, using the watch’s accelerometer and gyroscope, it marks the tee shot and then subsequent shots seamlessly to collect the data it needs. Over time, a heat map is created for every hole in the app which then shows where shots landed on previous rounds color-coded by your score. This allows you to see what clubs work best on each tee shot, ideal for optimizing strategy.

Of course I should mention price. The Tag Heuer is at the ultra-premium end of the spectrum and you get what you pay for in terms of overall performance and a named brand in the watch space, but it is worth acknowledging there are cheaper models out there with similar functionality, such as the Garmin S62.

• Read our full TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E4 Golf Edition Watch Review

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How we test

At Golf Monthly we have a comprehensive testing procedure when trying to find the best golf watches. This involves using different models out on the course, over a number of rounds and importantly in different conditions too because this gives us an idea on how particular models deal with sunlight, rain and wind.

As the entire team are regular golfers, watches usually get a thorough testing depending on our ability to get samples. As such this testing usually takes place throughout the year as different brands release models at different times. That being said we do seek to test some models side by side for things like accuracy, waterproofing, durability and other features. That way we can give honest and insightful feedback to you, the reader. We also look to try out watches off the golf course too if they have been designed as such, because this gives us an idea on versatility. For example, models like the Garmin S62 and S42 above, have features for off the course like fitness tracking which we aim to test as well. Or with the V5, we test the shot-tracking feature alongside the Shot Scope sensors to test for accuracy.

From this detailed analysis we’re able to offer you impartial advice designed to help you make informed buying decisions. The final thing we wanted to mention in this section is no manufacturer can buy a good review. Our testing team reviews golf equipment and makes its own opinion on how good or bad the product is. Check out how Golf Monthly tests products here.

How to choose

Features

If you have decided you want a GPS watch, now you need to think about what features are important to you. If you’re looking for your standard front, middle and back GPS yardages then a budget watch will do the trick, however there are some incredible watches out there that offer much more.

Alternatively, there are watches which can go into much greater detail when providing yardages, course detail, hazard information and so on. Obviously there are models with larger screens too which can be a particularly useful feature. Some also can help you record your score, track your shots, and many also have fitness features for off the golf course as well.

Versatility

Speaking of off the golf course, many brands make models that can be used on and off the golf course because of the range of features, and overall styling. If that is important to you, then several models above will cater to this need.

Your routine

When looking at buying a golf watch it is important to think about what you do during your routine on the golf course. Are you a fast player who just needs a quick glance at numbers on a screen, or are you more of a deliberate player that wants as much detail as possible before committing to a shot? There are models that fit into different routines and styles so be aware of how you play the game. Ultimately a glance at a watch is much quicker than taking a device out of its case or dragging pointers on the screen, so weigh up if extra detail or less disruption is most important to you.

Golf course

Next it is worth considering what type of golf course you play on regularly. We have found that courses with lots of doglegs and blind tee shots require the in-depth GPS information of a watch, whereas courses that are more out in front of you are perhaps more suited to the simplicity of a laser. Additionally if you play at other clubs in matches or socially, then you may want the extra information a GPS offers over a laser. Additionally be aware of how many golf courses are preloaded onto different watches as well.

Battery power

Laser rangefinders run on powerful batteries that are easily replaced every six months to a year, while GPS devices normally need charging regularly via a USB, so consider if you have the discipline to keep it topped up ready for your next round.

Budget

Finally we should mention budget. If you want a simple model then there are budget-friendly options. However if you want to spend more you can with Garmin and TAG Heuer in particular offering ultra-premium models.

For more golf tech buying advice, check out our guides on the best budget golf rangefinders, best golf simulator, or the best cheap golf launch monitors.

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