2024 Shoe Guide
The best men's golf shoes of 2024
The spring golf season is officially here. Whether your shoes and clubs have been in storage the last few months or you're lucky enough to live in an area that allows you to play all year round, we have a sneaky suspicion that you may be in desperate need of a golf shoe upgrade. The best golf shoes are designed to last upwards of three to five years, but if you're playing in tough conditions, are hard on your feet or don't take care of them properly, you may need to switch out those kicks more often.
Take a look on the bottom of the shoe, are the spikes fraying or loose? If you've got a spikeless pair, it's easy to see if the heel or midsole is worn or flattened. Even the laces can be a tell as to when it's a good idea to invest in a new pair of golf shoes—if they're stiff and covered in mud, chances are you may need to take a little better care of your shoes if you want them to last.
To help in the golf shoe shopping process, our editors scoured all the new releases to find the best golf shoes available for every type of golfer. Whether you're looking for a golf shoe with all-weather traction, need a little extra cushioning during walking rounds or are in search of a stylish pair that'll go with everything, we've rounded up the 65 men's golf shoes (and 44 women's shoes, here) you need to know about. —Brittany Romano
*Additional reporting and editing by Keely Levins, Daria Delfino, Greg Gottfried, Maddi MacClurg, Jared Goldstein, Lauren Occhipinti, Bill Specht, Claire Wind, Derek Reid, Ryan Herrington, Jay Coffin and Tod Leonard.
adidas Men's MC80
adidas Men's S2G Spikeless 24
The leather upper is waterproof. Combined with lightweight materials and the spikeless traction pattern on the outsole, these make a great walking shoe—whether on the course or off.
adidas Men's TOUR360 24
Allbirds Men's Golf Dasher
Allen Edmonds Men's Pines Derby Golf Shoe
ASICS Men's GEL-COURSE GLIDE
ASICS Men's GEL-KAYANO ACE 2
ASICS Men's GEL-ACE PRO M Standard
This is the shoe Hideki Matsuyama wears on the PGA Tour. An X shape on the bottom of the shoe connects the forefoot to the rear foot, increasing stability. There's extra padding at both the heel and tongue, to make the shoe more comfortable.
Athalonz Men's Mana Mangrove Pro
Boxto Men's Legacy Hybrid
This classic-looking shoe with its waterproof leather upper is Jim Furyk's shoe of choice. The reinforced outsole creates a stable base with which to swing.
Boxto Men's Legacy Pro
Callaway Footwear Men's Newport
Callaway Footwear Men's Solana TRX v3
Civilion Men's White Lie Trainer
From the recently re-named Civilion golf shoe brand, these Stan Smith-influenced men's kicks are lightweight and ready to be worn out on the course. You may recognize these EVA Slip-ons from the brand formerly known as Biion. They're unique, comfortable and a sure conversation starter on the first tee.
Civilion Men's House of Gucci Oxford
Also from the yet-to-be-launched Civilion, these EVA oxfords are made with a durable three-piece construction and have a hex design on the outsole for great grip.
Cole Haan Men's GrandPro Ashland Golf
Cole Haan Men's GrandPro Crossover Golf
Cole Haan Men's GrandPro Topspin Golf
Duca del Cosma Men's Bernardo
Duca del Cosma Men's Davanti
Duca del Cosma Men's Positano
ECCO Golf Men's BIOM C4 BOA
The design is as explosive as its name. The upper on this shoe is made from Ecco's premium performance leather and features GORE-TEX SURROUND, which delivers 360-degree breathability while still being 100 percent waterproof. The carefully engineered sole complements the anatomy of your foot with cushioning that's soft and flexible. And you can swing hard knowing the spikeless, MTN GRIP design provides traction, stability and rotational support.
ECCO Golf Men's BIOM H4 EVR Edition
This special player edition shoe was created by Erik van Rooyen. The design features on the outsole are inspired by his South African roots and love of music. In addition to the custom colors and design, the shoe features Ecco's signature technology for increased stability, traction and rotational support. Whether you're walking 18 or getting in a quick range session, the GORE-TEX 100 percent waterproof protection and lightweight design will keep your feet dry and comfortable all day.
ECCO Golf Men's Hybrid BNY
ECCO Golf Men's LT1
This hybrid design from Ecco's LT1 line provides the state-of-the-art technology you expect from a high-performance golf shoe while also delivering the comfort of a sneaker. The outsole technology enhances stability and boosts multi-directional traction. While the advanced insole and sole design provides premium cushioning, breathability and an ultra-light rebound giving you long-term comfort.
Edgar Golf Men's Edgar 1 No Matter What
When designing the "No Matter What" golf shoe, the Atlanta-based golf brand drew inspiration from basketball and sneaker culture to create an athletic shoe that performs on the course. Constructed from pebble leather and a water-resistant Vibram sole, these shoes deliver the perfect combination of playability, comfort and traction. When you purchase a pair, 10 percent of the proceeds go toward 13GolfClubs, a non-profit that provides underserved youth with new golf equipment and lessons.
FootJoy Men's Premiere Series Field LX
The No. 1 shoe on tour and it's easy to see why. This iconic shoe is constructed from premium waterproof leather and features an Ortholite insert that provides all-day comfort. Plus, the advanced technology in the sole delivers 360-degrees of traction to increase your grip and stability from any lie.
FootJoy Men's Pro/SLX
FootJoy Men's Traditions Blucher
G/FORE Men's G.112 P.U. Leather Camo Sole
G/FORE Men's G/LOCK Gallivanter Pebble Leather
G/FORE Men's GALLIVAN2R T.P.U.
J.Lindeberg Men's VENT 500 Golf Sneaker
The nylon upper is lightweight and waterproof. The TPU outsole—think a cross between rubber and plastic—is flexible and durable.
Johnston & Murphy Men's Amherst GL1 Sport Hybrid
This hybrid sneaker combines waterproof TruFoam technology that provides advanced cushioning and an athletic construction that resembles a running sneaker. The ultralight build and spikeless sole make for a great walking golf shoe.
Johnston & Murphy Men's HT1-Luxe U Throat
The HT1-Luxe U Throat employs exclusive Smart Degree Technology to optimize temperature control. The shoes keep your feet warm when it's cold outside and cool when it's warm. They also return Johnston & Murphy's signature XC4 Extreme Comfort system for advanced cushioning.
Johnston & Murphy Men's McGuffey GL2 Hybrid
This is a hybrid sneaker that looks more like a traditional golf shoe. Johnston & Murphy combine its TruFoam technology to provide extra comfort with a fully-wrapped waterproof construction to achieve fashion, function and comfort.
Lambda Golf Men's Arezzo White Blue
Lambda Golf Men's Livorno Black Green
Handmade in Portugal, this wing-tipped golf shoe exudes class. The removable cork-covered footbed is 100 percent biodegradable, while the shoe’s outer layer is made from prime European leather. That outer layer works with an aquastop inlay to guarantee dry feet throughout your round.
New Balance Golf Men's Fresh Foam Contend v2
For those who want to make a slightly bolder fashion statement than a typical New Balance while reaping the comfort benefits of one, the Fresh Foam Contend v2 must be an option. This is the ultimate walking shoe; a Fresh Foam midsole provides medial arch and heel support to promote proper alignment and stability while walking.
New Balance Golf Men's Heritage
The Heritage is a typical New Balance sneaker turned into a golf shoe but can still be worn off the course. Waterproof microfiber leather combines with a performance mesh upper to keep golfers' feet cool and dry. The DynaSoft midsole is designed to provide a superior level of comfort.
Nike Golf Men's AIR PEGASUS '89 G
A common downfall of spikeless shoes is a lack of the traction that traditional spiked shoes can provide. That is not the case with the Air Pegasus ‘89 G. The wet rubber integrated traction pattern offers substantial grip on all terrain in any condition. A hidden Zoom Air unit in the heel pairs with synthetic leather overlays in the upper to deliver a comfortable, dry shoe. Combine that all with a classic Nike silhouette and you've got one fine golf shoe.
Nike Golf Men's NIKE AIR ZOOM INFINITY TOUR NEXT% 2
This model has added two cleats at the forefoot. They're underneath midsole air units that compress as you swing, pushing the spikes into the ground for more grip
Nike Golf Men's Free
A great shoe for walkers. Nike marries its lightweight Free forefoot technology from its running shoe line with new insights to make a golf shoe that allows for a natural range of motion. Stability is maintained with cables tunneled into the upper to provide strength and stability without adding bulky materials. Speaking of which, this shoe earns a “Sustainable Materials” tag on Nike’s website for being made from 20 percent recycled materials by weight.
PAYNTR Golf Men's PAYNTR X 001 Mesh
PAYNTR Golf Men's PAYNTR X 004 Luxe
PAYNTR Golf Men's PAYNTR X TOUR PROTO RS
Puma Golf Men's PHANTOMCAT NITRO
A new larger cleat creates more points of traction and area to distribute weight. The result is a more comfortable walk.
Puma Golf Men's Avant
The Avant combines the classic-looking upper of a golf shoe with the versatility of a spikeless sneaker. Radial traction technology utilizes strategically placed ridges to grip the ground. Available in wing tip and saddle shoe models, Avant raises the level of fit and comfort while honoring tradition.
Puma Golf Men's SLIPSTREAM
Royal Albartross Men's Finsbury
A padded ankle collar, tongue and Achilles dip are the first steps to ensuring full comfort in this shoe. Add that to a contoured microfiber footbed with breathable lining and you’ve a fashionable, functional shoe. Ten percent of the sole is made from waste rubber, adding an environmental bonus.
Skechers Men's GO GOLF Blade GF Slip-ins
Spikeless and waterproof, this Skechers golf shoe is designed for comfort. So much so, the brand named the cushioning at the back of the shoe "Heel Pillow." Worn by Matt Fitzpatrick, it's a lightweight shoe you can slip in and out of hands-free so you can save your energy for the course.
Skechers Men's GO GOLF Max 3
If you're looking for a golf shoe with arch support, these Skechers have an insole that will mold to your arch to reduce shock and disperse weight better than the average insole. Made with a waterproof synthetic leather, these simply designed shoes come in all black, a white/navy design and a two-toned gray with pops of red.
Skechers Men's GO GOLF Pro 6
Rounding out Skechers' golf shoe lineup are these spiked options. The replaceable spikes feature three degrees of traction and 10 points of contact to add a ton of stability on uneven lies. Similar to the Max 3 Golf Shoe, the Pro 6s have a removable insole designed for arch support and weight dispersion that will reduce foot fatigue and soreness after tough walking rounds.
SQAIRZ Golf Men's ProS2
SQAIRZ Golf Men's SPEED2
SQAIRZ Golf Men's VELO
Known for its unique toe box designed to accommodate the foot's natural spread, Sqairz has become a favorite of golfers looking for a more natural-feeling golf shoe. In making the Velo golf shoe, the brand used AI to help develop a traction system with more than 290 points of ground contact to ensure a steady stance on any terrain. Sqairz also added silicone nubs on the top of the laces to keep them in place and a patented film across the side of the shoe to redirect lateral energy upward for more power in the golf swing.
TravisMathew Men's The Daily Pro Hybrid
TRUE Linkswear Men's LUX 2
Coming this summer (Mid July), True Linkswear is releasing its first spiked shoe since 2017. Reimagined soft-spikes bring the traction while a new carbon-fiber plate above the spikes adds rebound and cushions the foot so you barely can tell you have spikes on—until you really need it.
TRUE Linkswear Men's LUX G
TRUE Linkswear Men's OG Cush
For those who crave a natural ground feel on the golf course, this zero-drop shoe being released in late May has a flatter sole at the heel and forefoot to allow for more natural movement and improve balance while also strengthen foot muscles. It has a wider toe box for an even more ergonomic fit with a touch of cushion where you really need it.
Under Armour Men's UA Drive Pro
New for 2024, Under Armour spent time in the lab with this shoe biomechanically engineering traction to improve the diagonal and lateral support necessary for adding power into the swing. In addition to the eight spikes on the outsole, there is a secondary traction system between the spikes and up the side of the shoe for more stability and support at impact. The brand also updated the fit on this shoe for more room at the ball of the foot with lockdown lacings for a fit that is both comfortable and secure.
Under Armour Men's UA Drive Pro Spikeless
Under Armour designed this shoe with an extra supportive foam that will guide the natural motion of the foot during the golf swing, not impede it. Expect a roomier fit at the ball of the foot than previous iteration of Under Armour golf shoes—feedback the brand was committed to improving on to provide more comfort and stability. The microfiber upper offers a breathable finish to the classically styled hybrid.
Under Armour Men's UA Phantom
With sneaker-like comfort, these golf shoes can go from the course to the clubhouse to post-round errands seamlessly. With an airy knit upper and waterproof membrane, feet will stay cool and dry all season long. High-traction rubber lugs provide stability and directional support while responsive cushioning placed under the foot and energy return and reduce impact to keep you going longer.
Vice Golf Men's Verve
Coming this summer, Vice is releasing a streetwear-inspired golf shoe with water-repellent leather and a super soft interior material. It's water-resistant and has a sturdy spikeless outsole that will keep you stable on the course but can be worn off the course easily.