Reviewed and updated June 21st, 2023. Originally published April 20th, 2020.
Looking for a new golf bag? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve reviewed dozens of bags from this year’s ranges and whittled down our selection to the top 6 golf bags in 2023.
We’ve got 3 golf cart bags and 3 stand bags to choose from the likes of Callaway, TaylorMade and Founders Club.
Not sure on the type of golf bag you need? Check out our FAQ here.
Golf Cart bags: Golfer Logic’s Top Picks for 2023
So, whilst we have nothing against golf stand bags, it’s golf cart bags that we use and that’s where we’ll start our reviews.
We’ve been running this top list since 2020, and here are our picks for the best golf cart bags in 2023.
1. Founders Club 2-in-1 Golf Cart Bag: 15 Dividers & Detachable Stand Bag
Founders Club might not be a brand name you recognize, but they really caught our eye when we initially wrote this post in 2020, and we’ve been keeping an eye on their golf cart bags ever since. For 2023 it tops our list of the best golf cart bags, and here is why…
If you’re anything like me then after a couple of holes using standard golf club dividers, your wedges are mixed in with your long irons, and your driver is nestling against your putter.
Not so with the Founders Club 2-in-1 golf cart bag, with a detatchable stand bag too!
The 15 way organizer at the top means you’ve got a separate slot for every club in your bag, while the anti-rattle padding in the slots will protect your clubs during your round. The sound of rattling clubs in the trunk of your car will be a thing of the past.
Prior to 2023, we loved their Premium Cart Bag, which came with a 14-way organizer at the time. The new model doesn’t just look better, and have more dividers (15) it also includes:
- It’s a 2 in 1 back, coming complete with a removable stand bag with grab handle; perfect for your short game
- 7 zip pockets:
- 3 ball/tee pockets on the front
- 2 large side pockets for the likes of rain gear, shoes, gloves
- 2 smaller side pockets to keep your valuables in check
- Umbrella holder
- 2 D clips so you can easily attach the likes of gloves, rain hoods, towels, rangefinders and more
- Lightest they’ve produced so far, weighing just 7 lbs
- 2-year warranty
- The Founder’s golf cart bag even has an insulated cooling pocket for drinks and snacks!
All told, it’s not a question of what you can fit in it. It’s more a question of, what can’t you fit in it? Brushes, balls, tees, you full set of clubs, rangefinder, valuables and even snacks, the Founders 15 golf cart bag has storage for stuff you didn’t even know you need.
Put simply the Founders Club golf cart bag is awesome looking and a real gem, due to the fact it’s a 2-in-1 (golf cart + stand bag)
2. TaylorMade Golf Select Cart Bag
This is my current bag, purchased by my wife last Christmas when she got fed up looking at my old tatty Wilson stand bag lying prone on the golf course.
I’ve been more than happy with the bag.
Just like the Founders Club, there’s a slot for every club in the top divider. For your putter, there’s even a separate well with a TPE insert to protect the shaft from scratches.
The TaylorMade Select is pretty lightweight for a cart bag. My home course is somewhat hilly, so I definitely notice the decrease in weight while pushing my cart up to the plateau on the 5th fairway. But while the bag feels light, the material is highly durable and will keep your clubs safe and dry.
Storage wise, 7 pockets provide plenty of space.
An excellent golf cart bag, which looks the part on the course.
Just don’t leave it out in the snow like I did….
3. Callaway Golf 2023 Org 14 Cart Bag
If you need extra storage space in your golf cart bag, then the Callaway Golf Org 14 is the bag for you.
There are a whopping 11 front facing pockets which offer ample storage space for your accessories, snacks and valuables, and are all easy to access.
And if you have a rangefinder, there’s a magnetic moulded pocket specifically designed to carry it.
Again, you’ll get 14 dividers for your clubs, and like the TaylorMade bag, there’s a separate TPE insert for your putter.
The Callaway Golf Org 14 is a great cart bag, and while it’s a bit of a price jump from the Founders Club and TaylorMade, if you have the budget, it’s highly recommended.
This Year’s Best Golf Stand Bags
As with cart bags, there’s a ton of course when it comes to stand bags too.
Our top 3 golf stand bags for 2023 are the:
- TaylorMade Pro Stand 8.0
- Callaway Mavrik Staff Stand Bag
- Wilson EXO Carry Bag
1. TaylorMade Pro Stand 8.0
Stand bags tend to have a little less room to play with than cart bags, so while you’ll still get a divider in the TaylorMade Pro Stand 8.0, there are only 7 slots.
Not a big deal though unless you’re ultra sensitive to a little club clatter while walking the course.
There are 6 storage pockets, including a fur lined, waterproof pocket for storing valuables.
The bag is nice and light (weighing in at just 4.8lbs), so shouldn’t be too hard on your back, and the strap has plenty of padding.
You’re not going to go wrong with a TaylorMade golf bag, and if you’re looking for a stand bag, this is the one we’d recommend.
2. Callaway Golf Chev Stand Bag
If you’re looking for an affordable stand bag from Callaway, you can’t go wrong with the Callaway Chev.
But if you have a little more budget to play with, then we highly recommend the Callaway Mavrik Staff.
Everything is just a little more premium.
The little touches like the velour wrapped cuffs on the dividers (5 way) and the velour lined valuables pocket give a hint of luxury, but from a practical point of view it’s the extra padding on the OptiFit Comfort Strap that will make you glad you forked out the extra dollars. If you’ve carried a golf bag before you’ll know that it can be a little sore on the shoulders by the time you get to the back 9. But with the Callaway Mavrik, the extra padding really does make a difference.
Callaway are obviously proud of these straps, as they have a patent pending on them.
The bag is a little heavier (and bulkier) than the TaylorMade, weighing in at 6.4lbs, but that extra weight is offset by the additional padding.
Finally, the bag includes non slip foot pads to help prevent slipping and sinking. Useful for soggy courses.
If you’re looking for a stand bag and don’t mind forking out a little extra, then the Callaway Mavrik Staff is highly recommended.
3. Wilson EXO Carry Bag
A lot of the Wilson Staff bags look pretty similar in design and colour scheme to TaylorMade’s range.
(could be a coincidence, but who knows…)
And generally they are a little cheaper.
There are a few decent choices here, but the price point, and some decent touches like a waterproof valuables pocket made the Wilson Staff EXO our top pick from the brand.
Note: if you play a lot of golf in the rain, then Wilson also have a fully waterproof bag called “Dry Tech II”. Heat-sealed seams and waterproof zippers will keep your gear dry, even in heavy downpours.
Golf Bags: Our Top Picks for 2023
We’d recommend all 6 of the bags on this list, however, our pick for the best golf bag in 2023 is the TaylorMade Select Cart Bag, while our top stand bag is the Callaway Mavrik.
Whichever you choose though, you’ll be happy with your new golf bag.
Golf bag FAQ
Should You Buy A Golf Cart Bag Or A Stand Bag?
The simple answer is if you use a golf push cart, you should probably buy a cart bag, while if you prefer carrying your golf clubs on your shoulders you’ll want a stand bag. Cart bags don’t have the fold out legs, so while you can just about balance them between shots, I wouldn’t recommend it!
Should You Buy A Bag That’s The Same Brand As Your Clubs?
Looking for a new golf bag? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve reviewed dozens of bags from this year’s ranges and whittled down our selection to the top 6 golf bags in 2023.
We’ve got 3 golf cart bags and 3 stand bags to choose from.
Are golf cart bags better than golf stand bags?
The simple answer is if you use a golf push cart, you should probably buy a cart bag, while if you prefer carrying your golf clubs on your shoulders you’ll want a stand bag. Cart bags don’t have the fold out legs, so while you can just about balance them between shots, I wouldn’t recommend it!
Should you buy a golf bag that’s the same brand as your clubs?
It’s a personal choice. But unless, you’ve signed an endorsement deal…
…then we don’t really think it matters. I’ve currently got Ping Irons, a Ping G400 driver, and a Callaway putter in my TaylorMade bag. It doesn’t bother me one bit.
What’s Next?
That’s it for our rundown of the best golf bags in 2023.
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