25 Golf Gadgets Every Guy Should Use to Better His Game

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THERE'S A whole world of cool gadgets waiting to be explored in golf. The downside to finding a golf gadget worth your time though? You have to sift through a lot of product to get to the good stuff. Like any good tech gadget or gizmo, the best golf gadgets are the ones that actually provide some sort of use outside of just looking interesting and unique.

The editors and writers at Men's Health (who golf) got together and rounded up our favorite golf tech and practice aids of 2023. You can expect portable golf simulators, state-of-the-art golf watches (that also function as a great fitness watch), versatile Bluetooth speakers, and more.

To avoid the overload of choice, stick to our list of the 25 best golf gadgets below. There's something in here for every type of golfer, from beginners of the game to long-time players. We also made sure to curate golf gadgets with easy learning curves when it comes to setting up the device. Last, we focused on price point, as we want to make sure we're not recommending anything that's going to cost more than your golf clubs.

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Golf Wingman View Golf GPS Speaker

Bushnell's Wingman View blends together two vital gadgets a weekend warrior needs: a Bluetooth speaker and a rangefinder. The speaker is big enough to give you quality tunes, yet portable enough to fit in a golf bag. On the end of the speaker is the rangefinder, which dials in your yardage to the pin with excellent precision and then relays the info to the tiny screen on the front. And on the back of the speaker is a strong magnet, so you can pop this bad boy right onto the metal frame of your golf cart for easy access. It's beautiful, isn't it?

Approach S70, 47mm, Premium GPS Golf Watch

Our number one rated golf watch, the Approach S70 will process information like wind, elevation, and swing data to help you decide how to treat each shot you take. Off the course, it basically performs like a high-end fitness watch, with metrics like heart rate, blood oxygen level, sleep score, and stress tracking.

6-in-1 Premium Divot Tool & Ball Marker

This is not you average divot tool. Along with its main function, you also have built-in uses like a ball marker, a bottle opener, a club tee, a groove cleaner, and a putter aligner.

Original Golf Magnetic Phone Holder

This magnetic phone holder is made to attach on a golf cart for hands-free use. Rotate from horizontal to vertical orientation and view hole layouts and record your shots with ease.

Mobile Launch Monitor for Golf Indoor and Outdoor Use

This highly-rated outdoor launch monitor links up with your smartphone to provide real-time data, video replay, and shot trace to help transform your swing. If you’re a student of the game who really wants to improve your score, this gadget is a total game-changer.

SlopeMaster ProGreen Reader

This portable level is small enough to clip onto a hat and helps golfers determine how flat the green really is. Pop this chip down on your putts and get a leg up on your buddies. Share your findings if you choose.

Collapsible Chipping Net Black, 23 inch

As the saying goes, "you drive for show and you putt for dough." But before you putt, there's going to be a lot of chipping. Help him improve his short game with this portable chipping net.

Magnetic Towel Bundle (2 Greenside) Camo

These waffle-woven microfiber towels are perfect for wiping down your clubs and balls. What's cool is they are magnetized on the end, so you can pick each one up by the end of your club.

Caddie Case-Golf Glove Holder

This zip-up caddie case measures 10 inches by 5 inches and holds all your small essentials. You can store your tees, golf glove, ball marker, divot tools, and more.

Golf Cart Heater, Silver and Black

This portable heater fits in most golf cart cup holders and blows out enough heat for two persons to enjoy. It runs on a one-pound propane cylinder (sold separately) and will pack over five hours of use.

Gen 3+ Smart Sensors AI Tracking System

These smart sensors provide a data-driven approach to perfecting your swing. Simply attach the sensors to the end of your clubs and read analytics like distance tracking and swing path.

Golf Putting Laser Sight Pointer

A laser alignment tool is one clever way to help make sure your using proper posture for your putting game. This tool clips right onto your club and costs less than $30.

Golf Stainless Steel Cup, 30 oz Leak Proof Lid

This 30 ounce tumbler will hold your favorite beverages, hot or cold; but it also doubles as a unique score keeper. Simply turn the dial on the front to keep tabs on your performance on each hole.

Groove Belt, Stretch Nylon Belt

Keep your favorite golf pants in position with this minimalist belt from Groove Life. It's designed with a magnetic slide buckle and a stretchy nylon strap to give the perfect blend of comfort and security.

Portable Golf Ball Cleaner

This portable golf ball washer clips onto the side of a bag and is no bigger than a tall boy can—which means it will also sit in most golf cart cup holders.

Golf Water Brush, Retractable Brush with Nylon-Bristles Head

This nifty device makes it easy to shine your clubs up as you play. It holds up to 4 ounces of club cleaner that is dispersed directly through the brush for quick use. It's super compact and attaches to most golf bags.

Gold Flex Golf Swing Trainer Warm-Up Stick, 40 Inch

Ten to 20 swings every day with this bad boy will help improve swing tempo, strength, and flexibility. What does that mean? Less time hunting for lost balls, more time playing the game you love.

Home Golf Simulator with Weighted Swing Stick

The Phigolf golf simulator has gained widespread popularity in the golf world due to its awesome price point and unique swing stick. It works by connecting the swing stick to either a phone, tablet, or monitor, where you can then queue up a virtual course and swing away. The sensor on the end of the stick measures data like head speed, swing tempo, club path, and more, giving you just enough info to have an idea where you swing is at that day and what you can do to make adjustments.

300 Pro Slope Laser Rangefinder

If you’re looking for a leg up on the course, a rangefinder comes in handy. The 300 Pro from Callaway is a trusted favorite by many.

4.0 Band with 12 Month Subscription

WHOOP became the official fitness wearable of the PGA after gaining in popularity among professional golfers and amateurs alike. It's a great gadget for the data-lover who wants to optimize their performance on the course by monitoring their heatlh—like sleep, heart rate variability, and strain.

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Tactile Glove

Golf gloves are all about feel, and the Tactile Glove from Clinch is made to be ultra-breathable and thin. On the back of the hand is a mesh material, and on the inside is a CrushGroove fabric that grips onto a club even in the nastiest rain. If he is constantly tearing through golf gloves and trying to find the one, then buy him a pair of these to take for a spin.

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Swing Trainer Aid & Kit by Golfer Scottie Scheffler

Designed with help from Scottie Scheffler, the GolfForever kit comes with a training bar, training cords, weighted balls, rubber grips and more to build yourself an at-home training routine. With the kit comes the attached digital program, which helps customize your own daily workouts and recovery plans.

V-Shaped Golf Club Stand

This handy tool helps cut down on back pain so you can spend more time playing the game you love. Plus, it’ll prevent wet, sandy grips—not to mention accidentally losing a club on the course because you set it down on the green.

Golf Ball Retriever for Water, Telescopic

This retriever has a telescopic handle for easy extension so you can reach and pluck any ball out of the water. It also comes with a nice dual-zip headcover.

Hand Warmers Rechargeable, 1 Pack 5200mAh

Hand warmers are vital during those chilly mornings. This one has three heat settings and can last up to eight hours per charge.

Why Trust Us

The Men's Health editors and writers are constantly testing the latest golf equipment, accessories, and apparel to hit the market. Unlike golf-dedicated publications, Men's Health takes a lifestyle approach to the game, with special focus on golf products that provide affordability, comfort, style, and versatility. No matter how long you've been playing the game, we curate our golf guides to all levels of experience so there's a tailored pick for each individual.

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