Best Golf Gloves UK (2026)
A golf glove is the only part of your body in constant contact with the club, so grip, feel and durability matter more than they look on a shelf. This guide compares gloves tested by Golf Monthly's team, who used each over a number of rounds and in different conditions, judging grip over time, wet and dry performance, fit and how well the glove wears. Testing is spread across golfers of different abilities so fit and feel are covered fairly.
We have not hands-on tested these products. Our picks are based on published independent tests and reviews, listed at the bottom of this page. How we pick.
Our top pick
FootJoy StaSof Glove
Top pick
A staple of the professional tours for decades, and Golf Monthly's top pick for its super-soft leather and mesh section that keeps the hand cool. Moisture management was excellent on warm days and the All-climate grip and APL leather palm cope with light rain, while it snugly and comfortably fits a range of hands. The only downside noted is that it comes in one colour.
- Exceptional grip
- Snug yet comfortable, adaptable fit
- Excellent moisture management, copes with light rain
Quick comparison
| Product | Best for | Key spec | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| FootJoy StaSof Glove | Top pick | Premium Cabretta leather, Powernet mesh back, All-climate grip with APL palm leather, sizes S-3XL | Check price |
| TaylorMade Tour Preferred Glove | Premium feel | AAA Cabretta Soft Tech leather, moisture-wicking wristband, snug closure, sizes S-XL | Check price |
| G/Fore Golf Glove | Best colour choice | AA Cabretta leather, seam and perforation placement for fit, sizes S-2XL | Check price |
| Bruce Bolt Original Series Golf Glove | Excellent construction | Premium soft leather, youth, cadet, standard and women's sizes, sold as a two-pack | Check price |
| Callaway Tour Authentic Glove | Tour favourite | Soft leather with Griptac technology, moisture-wicking cuff, sizes S-XL | Check price |
| Skins Golf Tour Edition Glove | Highly durable | Premium soft leather, many colours and styles, sizes S-XL | Check price |
| adidas Ultimate Leather Glove | Superb breathability | 100% premium Cabretta leather, perforations under the fingers, sizes S-XL | Check price |
| Titleist Players Glove | Classic design | Super thin premium Cabretta leather, seams placed away from the grip, satin reinforcement at cuff and thumb, sizes S-XL | Check price |
| Bionic Relaxgrip 2.0 DX Glove | Best for lighter grip pressure | Japanese synthetic fabric, dual expansion zone for the thumb, anatomical palm and finger pads, sizes S-3XL | Check price |
Our picks in detail
Top pick
FootJoy StaSof Glove
A staple of the professional tours for decades, and Golf Monthly's top pick for its super-soft leather and mesh section that keeps the hand cool. Moisture management was excellent on warm days and the All-climate grip and APL leather palm cope with light rain, while it snugly and comfortably fits a range of hands. The only downside noted is that it comes in one colour.
- Material
- Premium Cabretta leather
- Sizes
- S-3XL
- Key tech
- Powernet mesh back, All-climate grip, APL palm leather
Pros
- Exceptional grip
- Snug yet comfortable, adaptable fit
- Excellent moisture management, copes with light rain
Cons
- Only one colour option
Premium feel
TaylorMade Tour Preferred Glove
Worn on tour by players such as Collin Morikawa and Charley Hull, this uses a super-thin AAA Cabretta leather with a noticeable tackiness that helps grip. Golf Monthly found the wristband wicks moisture away well and the closure gives a truly snug fit, in a simple, elegant design, though there are limited breathing holes.
- Material
- Premium leather (AAA Cabretta Soft Tech)
- Sizes
- S-XL
- Key tech
- Moisture-wicking wristband
Pros
- Sleek design
- High quality leather with a tacky feel
- Snug fit from the closure
Cons
- Limited breathing holes
Best colour choice
G/Fore Golf Glove
A newcomer to gloves compared with FootJoy, but Golf Monthly found fit and feel are on point, with exceptionally soft AA Cabretta leather giving great feel and comfort, and clever seam and perforation placement aiding the fit. There are plenty of brighter colours, including camo, but it isn't good in wet weather.
- Material
- Premium leather (AA Cabretta)
- Sizes
- S-2XL
- Colours
- Many, including camo
Pros
- Excellent fit and colour choices
- Cabretta leather gives exceptional feel
Cons
- Not good in wet weather
Excellent construction
Bruce Bolt Original Series Golf Glove
Golf Monthly found this superbly made, with incredibly soft, supple leather that feels luxurious and quality stitching throughout. It comes in some brighter colours such as mint and pink, and youth, cadet, standard and women's sizes, but it's only sold as a two-pack, so it makes sense to be sure of the fit before buying.
- Material
- Premium leather
- Sizes
- Youth XXS-XL, Cadet S-XXL, Standard S-XXL, Women's S-L
- Pack
- Two-pack only
Pros
- Exceptional quality and feel
- Cool, unique colour choices
- Wide size range including youth and women's
Cons
- Has to be bought as a two-pack
Tour favourite
Callaway Tour Authentic Glove
Developed with feedback from many Callaway staff players, this soft leather glove uses Griptac tech that Golf Monthly found does its job well, with excellent feel and control. Comfort is high thanks to the moisture-wicking cuff, snug closure and cleverly placed perforations, but it isn't great in wetter weather.
- Material
- Premium leather
- Sizes
- S-XL
- Key tech
- Griptac
Pros
- Sleek design
- Tacky grip
- Excellent feel and control, comfortable cuff
Cons
- Not great in wetter weather
Highly durable
Skins Golf Tour Edition Glove
Golf Monthly's tester was impressed with the durability of this leather glove, unusual among leather gloves, alongside soft, comfortable premium leather and a stylish design in many colours and styles at an attractive price. The one fault was that the thumb came up a fraction short.
- Material
- Premium leather
- Sizes
- S-XL
- Colours
- Multiple colours and styles
Pros
- Stylish, premium design
- Well made with ample durability
- Attractive price point
Cons
- Thumb came up a fraction short for the testers
Superb breathability
adidas Ultimate Leather Glove
Golf Monthly found the Cabretta leather soft with excellent grip and performance, and was particularly taken with perforations beneath the fingers, which performed superbly for breathability and aided grip. It may fit a little smaller than other top models, so check sizing, and it scuffed on the palm after a few rounds.
- Material
- 100% premium Cabretta leather
- Sizes
- S-XL
- Feature
- Perforations under the fingers
Pros
- Classic styling
- Cabretta leather feels soft
- Excellent breathability and grip
Cons
- Scuffed on the palm after a few rounds
- May come up a little smaller than other top models
Classic design
Titleist Players Glove
Golf Monthly found timeless aesthetics and super thin, tried-and-tested Cabretta leather giving superb feel and plenty of comfort, with seams positioned so they don't interfere with the grip. It's durable enough thanks to satin reinforcements around the cuff and thumb, though it isn't waterproof.
- Material
- Premium Cabretta leather
- Sizes
- S-XL
- Reinforcement
- Satin at cuff and thumb
Pros
- Classic styling
- Premium leather with superb feel
- Seams designed not to interfere with grip
Cons
- Not waterproof
Best for lighter grip pressure
Bionic Relaxgrip 2.0 DX Glove
The outlier in the guide: a synthetic glove with a dual expansion zone that adjusts to any thumb length or width and anatomical pads in the palm and fingers. Golf Monthly's tester didn't need to apply as much grip pressure, which took a while to get used to but reduced tension in the hands and forearms, though the feel won't be for everyone.
- Material
- Japanese synthetic
- Sizes
- S-3XL
- Key tech
- Dual expansion zone, anatomical pads
Pros
- Encourages a lighter grip pressure
- Very comfortable
- Adjusts to different thumb sizes
Cons
- Feel won't be for everyone, takes time to get used to
Buying guide
Which hand do I wear a golf glove on?
A right-handed golfer with a conventional grip typically wears the glove on their left hand, because the left is the lead hand in the swing. Left-handed golfers wear it on the right hand.
Leather or synthetic?
Most gloves here use Cabretta leather, prized for its soft, thin feel and tackiness, though leather can scuff (as the adidas did) and some, like the G/Fore, Callaway and Titleist, aren't good in wet weather. A synthetic glove such as the Bionic Relaxgrip trades leather feel for extra features and a lighter-grip effect.
Which glove is best in the rain?
In Golf Monthly's main test the FootJoy StaSof coped with light showers thanks to its All-climate grip and APL palm leather, whereas the G/Fore, Callaway Tour Authentic and Titleist Players were flagged as weaker in wet weather. Golf Monthly also runs a separate guide to rain gloves.
How should a golf glove fit?
Snug but comfortable, without wrinkling across the palm or restricting your fingers. Sizing varies between brands: Golf Monthly found the adidas comes up a little smaller than other top models, and the Skins glove's thumb came up slightly short, so check each brand's size guide before buying.
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