Best Value Golf Push Carts 2024

With an array of quality golf push carts on the market, we take a look at the ones that offer the best value for money.

Best Value Golf Push Carts
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Push carts have become increasingly popular over the years as they provide a great way of transporting your golf bag around the course whilst conserving energy. Currently, there are many brands on the market that provide some of the best push carts, while brands like Powakaddy and Motocaddy are famed for some of the best electric trolleys.

Originally, a push cart was heavy, bulky and not easy to use or erect. Now, there are an array of carts available that are lightweight, compact and easy to use out on the golf course. Not only do they help preserve energy, they certainly are an easier alternative to carrying out on the course. They also offer far more storage options on the handle that can house your golf balls, tees, scorecard and other items too.

They also tend to be cheaper than the electric options available, making them perfect in a time where individuals are trying to save their hard-earned cash. In this piece, we take a look at the best value push carts, with a number of premium models available that won't break the bank.

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Best Value Golf Push Carts

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Top pick

Bag Boy Nitron Push CartEditors Choice 2022

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An Editor's Choice Award Recipient

Reasons to buy

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Lightning fast folding mechanism
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Compact and lightweight

Reasons to avoid

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Not as premium as other push models

If you are looking for value then the Bag Boy Nitron Pushcart is the one as it provides you with great affordable performance. This cart is suitable for any golfer of any level, and it will fold and unfold very fast, we also felt in testing that this was one of the most stable push carts we have tried. 

This brand is not one of the more recognized ones, but this cart still had to feature in our Editors Choice Awards. It has a lightweight feel, and when folded down it becomes very compact, so this is great for someone who has limited storage. This cart is not as heavy and bulky as some others but remains stable and durable regardless, and coped with everything we could throw at it during testing. 

This cart is priced around $275 and for that, you get a premium performance with a whole load of features. It has included a scorecard console that has a drinks holder, it also has a mobile phone holder and storage for your golf balls. Another great feature is the handle-mounted brake which is easy to use and access, you also have multiple strong bungy cords to keep your bag held in place. All in all this cart has great features and performance for the cost. 

Most compact

Motocaddy Cube push trolley review

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Compact And Light

Reasons to buy

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Compact and light
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Easy to push even on hilly courses

Reasons to avoid

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Be a little careful on side slopes

Producing some of the best electric golf trolleys you can buy, Motocaddy has brought into play a very compact and well-rounded cart, the Cube. Popular around the world for how small it folds down to, and being at a great price it was no surprise it performed so well in testing. 

This trolley has a two-step folding system and the handle becomes a carry handle once folded, so it is very easy to maneuver and load into a car. It will fit most bags and they sit well thanks to the adjustable bag supports you secure it with. 

There is an easy-to-use footbrake on the left wheel allowing you to park your cart without fear it will continue moving. This trolley has plenty of storage too, it has a net for any items or valuables and golf ball holders for extra balls, the console on the handle opens up for more storage and has a clip for the scorecard on the top. The Cube is very lightweight so you need to be careful on slopes where it may topple, other than that there is not much to fault with this affordable golf cart. 

Best 2-wheel

Kaddey Switch Trolley ReviewEditors Choice 2022

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Truly Unique Model That Can Be Pushed Or Pulled

Reasons to buy

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Lightweight and space-saving design
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Can be pushed or pulled
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Premium materials used throughout

Reasons to avoid

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Bag straps aren't elasticated

The Kaddey Switch is a more unique trolley when compared to others thanks to the two-wheel configuration. To assemble this trolley it is quick and easy, with you only having to slot the two big wheels onto the main body and you're away. 

With this trolley you can choose to either pull; or push it, it all depends on what is easiest for you. For example we found when going up hills pulling was a better scenario, whereas down them pushing gave us better control, which is a great aspect to this cart.

A final feature of this trolley is the elasticated phone straps on the handle, these are designed to hold your phone and allow recording of your golf swing or using your phone as a GPS. You can maneuver the trolley to get the best angle for your swing and shoot away. 

Most sturdy

Caddymatic 360˚ Swivelease push trolley

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Interesting design that won't break the bank

Reasons to buy

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Lots of features at a great price
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Highly manoeuvrable thanks to the swivelling front wheel
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Feels sturdy and reliable and rolls nicely

Reasons to avoid

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Lower assembly/breakdown mechanism can be a bit baulky

Caddymatic has brought out the 360˚ Swivelease Push Trolley which has a rather interesting design, but it is a sturdy construction. A good aspect of this trolley is the wheels, these are free-rolling and can be detached and attached with ease. This trolley folds down to a compact size, but you can then remove the wheels to get it into an even smaller space. 

This cart performs very well out on the course, and the swiveling wheel on the front is an interesting feature. Some people may not get on with the swiveling wheel but do not worry, you can switch it off at the flick of a switch, which is located above the wheel. It comes with a great umbrella holder as standard, and as we mentioned earlier the cart has impressive durability. In testing it overcame some harsh conditions with ease and the attractive price point makes it definitely a model to consider if you want a cheaper golf cart.

Best storage

Sun Mountain 2022 Speed Cart V1R Push Cart

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Iconic Push Cart Franchise

Reasons to buy

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Glides effortlessly across any terrain
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Incredibly stable during play

Reasons to avoid

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Not the most compact when folded

First introduced in 1999 the Speed Cart from Sun Mountain this trolley seemed to change the pushcart market forever. The latest addition to the Speed Cart family, the V1R was released back in 2022, and after testing this cart it is safe to say that it will remain a top performer in this category. 

In testing this cart was extremely stable and was easy to move around the course, its streamlined design makes this cart seem a lot lighter than it actually is. The V1R is an easy-to-setup cart, and it folds and unfolds with ease to help with storage and transport. 

This trolley comes with some great features as standard, it has a storage tray and a mesh basket to store the necessities in, while also featuring a drinks holder and an attachable umbrella holder. The V1R comes in 10 different styles ranging from subtle to more vibrant options, making this versatile to most people's styles. 

Best value

This is one cool cat of a push trolley

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Lightweight and Easy To Assemble

Reasons to buy

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So easy to assemble
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One push of a button easy
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Super light weight and folds neatly

Reasons to avoid

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Not as compact when folded down

The Longridge Eze Glide Smart Fold is somewhat a game changer in the pushcart world. It is an easy-to-use three-wheeled trolley and can be folded up and packed away with ease. When it comes to this trolley it lives up to its name, gliding down fairways thanks to its lightweight design. This also made it easy to lift in and out of the car too which is a must in this day and age.

This trolley keeps giving too, as it provides you accessories as standard, whereas with some other trolleys, you would have to buy them as add-ons. You get a scorecard holder, dry space for your valuables, an umbrella holder, and two-wheel covers to keep the car tidy. 

This trolley is highly versatile when it comes to bags, it will take most types of bags from slim to larger bags. The adjustable bag brackets held our bag in place without any wiggle when using it. It may not be one of the most compact trolleys you can get, but it is stylish and still folds away quickly and easily enough for most.

How we test golf carts

Our cart testing is both rigorous and comprehensive to make sure we know all we can about the product and how it performs. When we review a product we will make sure we use it for multiple rounds not just one, and in multiple conditions to make sure we cover all bases. We all play regular golf here at Golf Monthly so this is no issue for us to take these products into everyday life and make sure they perform. We will always be honest and give you all the pros and cons we can to help you make informed decisions. We also like to make you aware that no manufacturer can buy a good review, we are always impartial and give our honest opinion whether that is good or bad. 

How to choose a golf cart

What factors should you consider when thinking about buying a golf cart? We take a look below.

Electric/Push

Obviously the first thing you want to think about is whether you want an electric model, or a push cart. Electric designs are obviously more expensive but come with a lot more features and require less effort to maneuver. Push carts are cheaper, usually lighter and very easy to use.

Features

As we mentioned above lots of different models come with a wide range of features, and some look to simply perform as a trolley. For example some electric models come with GPS functionality, remote controls, shot-tracking and large LCD screens. Push carts also come with features like storage compartments, drinks holder, adjustable handle and so on. Therefore you should think about what extra features would be important to you when using a golf cart.

Ease of use

The whole point of a golf cart is to make life easier on the golf course when moving from shot to shot, so a cart that isn't easy to use is pointless. They have to be easy to maneuver on the course and getting it out of the car, and most designs fold away too so this foldable process has to be simple to put up and fold away as well.

Storage

Us golfers accumulate a lot of stuff whether it be tees, balls, scorecard, phone, wallet and so on and so forth. Sure it is easy to store this in the golf bag on the cart but for ease of access it is good to store things in the trolley too. As a result pretty much all trolleys come with storage compartments these days with some being larger than others.

Durability

A golf cart can be a large investment so it has to be able to last a long time, as well as deal with the rain, mud, and whatever general use gets thrown at it on the golf course. As such we recommend looking at models that are made from strong materials like aluminum.

Price

With so many brands making golf carts these days there is a model for everyone at every price point. If you want to go for the cheapest option which will just act as a cart, you can. Or if you want all the bells and whistles on an electric design, you can do that too. It is all a question of how much you want to spend.

FAQs

Should you push or pull your golf cart?

When it comes to maneuvering your golf cart we feel you should always push it. The reason is because pushing your cart is easier and doesn't put as much strain on your back and shoulders, as a result, you can focus on your golf game and preserve energy.

Is it worth buying a golf push cart?

100%! Firstly, they are so much easier to use than carrying a golf bag and are considerably cheaper than an electric cart. What's more, you don't use as much energy when you are pushing a cart, therefore, you can commit to more shots as you aren't going to be as tired.

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Dan Parker
Staff Writer

Dan has been with Golf Monthly team since 2021. He graduated with a Masters degree in International Journalism from the University of Sussex and looks after equipment reviews and buyer's guides, specializing in golf shoe, golf bag and golf cart reviews. Dan has now tested and reviewed over 30 pairs of golf shoes and is an expert in the field. A left-handed golfer, his handicap index is currently 6.5 and he plays at Fulford Heath Golf Club in the West Midlands. 


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