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May 18, 2023

12 Best Golf Gloves for Men in 2023

Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us? Featuring brands like Vice, Ghost Golf, Jordan, and more. A TRUSTED pair of golf

Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us?

Featuring brands like Vice, Ghost Golf, Jordan, and more.

A TRUSTED pair of golf gloves can make or break your day on the course. At their most basic level, golf gloves prevent nasty blisters and calluses; and at their best, golf gloves ensure protection while also improving your hold on the club so you can grip it and rip it all day long.

It's true many golf gloves look the same (all-white leather is the classic go-to), but that doesn't mean they're a dime a dozen. The best golf glove is the one that fits and feels the best to you. Never settle for any old random glove you stumble upon. This is your precious golf setup we're building here!

Following the same philosophy in choosing a preferred set of golf clubs and golf shoes, our top golf gloves eliminate the vast array of choices and boils it all down to the good stuff. The 12 golf gloves ahead appeal to all types of golfers, no matter what your skill level is and what environment you'll be playing in the most. Let's get to the list.

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Not to be confused with a set of gloves for a right and left hand, this 2-pack of either right-hand only or left-hand-only golf gloves from FootJoy will only set you back a $20 bill. The thin gloves are made with fine performance leather, with thumb and palm patches for reinforcement. FootJoy also added mesh across the knuckle areas to help with cooling. It's true you might burn a few holes in these gloves faster than other picks on this list, but when you consider how easy and affordable they are to replenish they are well worth making your go-to glove.

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The most current tour glove from Callaway, this fine cabretta leather glove contains an added Griptac technology to help ensure a locked-in grip on the club. The glove also contains added design notes like perforations on the fingers and a quick dry cuff to help with breathability and moisture wicking. Simply put, this is a durable full leather glove that will hold up quite well over time and look great out at the country club.

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Vice Golf's Pure Golf Gloves are available in several unique colors that are sure to put some swagger in your swing. They're made to last much longer than your average clubhouse golf glove thanks to its supple lambskin materials and flexible velcro top. To sweeten the deal even further, Vice offers a $5 discount per glove when you purchase three or more at a time.

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TravisMathew has a ton of fun and high-quality golf glove to choose from. You can choose from several clever designs with text (or no text) on the fingers to show off to your friends on the course. And each glove is made with Cabretta leather and built to the same specs most of the premium golf gloves have on this list. We're digging the creativity here.

Made with fine leather and available in a ton of sleek colors, Ghost Golf's gloves are a great way to veer away from the traditional all-white glove without going too crazy in the design. The glove has a nice supple feel, and design notes like the Ghost logo and pull tab on the side add some extra flair that will gain some eyes from your buddies. If you go with this pick, you might as well pair them with the Ghost Golf Magnetic Towel that we're loving at the moment.

Tiger Woods has played with many Nike gloves over the years. This latest Tech Extreme VII glove is close in build to an older Nike glove Tiger has been spotted playing with in the past (the Nike Dura Feel). The Tech Extreme VII has a solid combination of stretch and breathability while still providing excellent grip.

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Made with sheepskin leather, polyester, and spandex, this Jordan glove stays durable round after round while providing much-needed air and stretch to help you maneuver each shot. It's a little pricey for being an all-white leather glove, but sometimes it's worth paying up for the logo—especially when it's the iconic Swingman.

A popular pick among golfers, this ciabatta leather piece from Titleist has all you could want in your golf glove. We're talking a thin and breathable feel, a satin reinforcement on the cuff, and added padding on the thumb for increased strength and durability. You will pay a bit more for this glove than other ones from the major golf brands, but if you're looking to maximize the lifespan of your glove before you have to re-up again, you'll get your money's worth here.

Bionic Gloves have a loyal following from golfers due to their ability to maintain an elite grip on the club while feeling comfortable on the hands. What makes this pair special is its targeted relief design. Bionic places relief pads throughout the palm to help "even out the surface of the hand" and lighten the pressure you get from swinging. The design can be especially helpful to golfers with minor aches and pains in their hands.

Made with windproof and water-resistant fleece, the FootJoy WinterSof is the perfect cold-weather golf glove for those early spring and late fall tee times. The cuff extends down the wrist and has a snug fit to seal off any chilly air, and a unique tech-suede knit palm helps keep a firm grip in all types of cold weather. What's nice is the pack also comes in a pair (one right, one left).

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Most top-of-the-line golf gloves don't veer far from each in other in terms of design. This Staff Model Glove from Wilson is cut to tour player specifications and features that oh-so-good ciabatta leather and a precise cut for ultimate comfort. You can't go wrong with this one.

Another quality 2-pack for around $20, the TaylorMade Stratus is made with HyperTec leather that helps limit sweat while providing a solid grip. It's similar to many of the golf gloves on this list, except what's remarkable is the HyperTec leather does have 4-way stretch built-in, so you have a little more give and movement than usual.

Hand

If you're new to golf, the most common golf glove configuration is to wear a glove on your left hand if you're a right-handed golfer. and wear a glove on your right hand if you're a left-handed golfer. This is due to your front hand having more control and movement on the club than your backhand, thus making it ideal for wearing a glove to protect from blisters and help ensure the strongest grip possible.

Rarely do golfers wear gloves on each hand while playing. The only time you might see this is when it's cold outside and a golfer opts for a pair of cold-weather golf gloves.

Material

Golf gloves are most commonly made out of different types of leather. The most common leathers are synthetic, goatskin, sheepskin, and, most popular cabretta leather. Cabretta leather is a soft, supple leather from sheep that grow hair instead of wool. Cabretta is also durable and lightweight, so when you combine all of its qualities it makes an excellent leather for use in golf gloves.

Breathability

The best golf gloves combine durability with breathability, but finding that sweet spot between the two can be pretty difficult. Buying a golf glove with lots of reinforcement to prevent tearing can sometimes be too heavy and trap heat, thus causing your hands to sweat while playing. And buying a glove that's thin and breathable can sometimes be too weak and start tearing and forming holes faster than expected. Finding that happy-medium is different for every golfer, but we're confident in saying that all of the golf gloves above combine the best of both qualities as best as possible.

For the past 12 months, Men's Health gear editors and writers, including our gear and commerce editor John Thompson, have been testing tons of golf gloves to find the best ones for all types of skill levels in the game. To narrow down our favorites, we evaluated golf glove sets based on durability, performance, and price point. We also considered golf gloves that have high praise from the golf community.

John Thompson is the Gear and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he covers fashion, grooming, gear, and technology. He was previously the Style & Gear Editor at BroBible.com, and a commerce writer for TheManual.com. His interests include shopping for rare vintage clothes and following his favorite baseball team, the Kansas City Royals.

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