Best Push Carts 2024 (2024)

Golf carts have grown sharply in popularity over the past few years because they make walking the golf course that little bit easier. Carrying your clubs for 18 holes is tiring enough, even more so when you factor in the shots in between.

Additionally, push carts are a relatively cheap way of getting around the golf course and they should last a long time, therefore offering value for money. What's more, nowadays, the quality of a push cart is as good as it's ever been, with manufacturers creating a number of superb options.

Why choose a push cart over an electric model?

Brands like Motocaddy, Stewart Golf, BagBoy, Sun Mountain, Powakaddy, to name but a few, have manufactured, refined and developed push carts, electric carts and even remote control golf carts to make the job of walking the golf course more convenient and, importantly, easier on the body.While electric models sit atop the tree when it comes to golf technology, the push cart market has a wide range of brands offering unique and high-quality products.

So, why specifically would you choose a push cart over the best electric golf trolleys? Well, for starters, push carts are far cheaper, with the very best costing under $450, which is considerably less than electric trolleys which can cost almost double.Push carts are also simpler to set up when you get to the course and require less fuss as there's no battery to worry about. They also have great storage options on the handle of the chassis that can house your golf balls, tees, scorecard and other items.

Gone are the days when the best golf carts were heavy and cumbersome while being difficult to push and maneuver around the golf course. These days, modern push carts are light and easy to use making the experience less physically demanding compared to carrying your golf bag. Additionally, push carts are easy to assemble and have mechanisms that allow them to fold down compactly so they easily fit the trunk of your car or garage space. They also tend to be significantly lighter.

If these qualities sound like something you’re interested in then we have created a guide on the best push carts available right now. Alternatively, if you are in the UK, it would be worth checking out our guide on the best golf push trolleys as well.

The Quick List

Best Push Carts For Golf

Top pick

If speed is what you are after, then the Bag Boy Nitron is an excellent option, with the mechanism to fold and unfold lightning fast. In testing, we found that it opens up in one smooth action and then folds closed again just as easily, with the wheels also able to be taken off and put back on again.

Away from the mechanism, it is very lightweight and compact when folded down, which makes it perfect for storing. Importantly, the Nitron isn't as heavy or bulky as other similar carts on the market and has a number of features which exceed other models. Amongst the features included are an integrated beverage holder, mobile device holder, golf ball storage, handle-mounted parking brake and bungee straps that secure the golf bag with ease, making this incredible value.

• Read our full Bag Boy Nitron Push Cart Review

Best value

Made up of a 7.2kg (15.9lbs) lightweight durable aluminium frame, the Eze Glide is very easy to lift and, when folded down, it measures just 79cm x 58cm x 40cm. This means that it won't take up much storage space at home. Featuring a broad scorecard holder,dry space for valuables and equipment, an umbrella holder and x2 Wheel Covers, you get an awful lot for your money!

Out on the course, we were seriously impressed with its manoeuvrability as the lightweight nature meant it glided along the golf course. As well as the manoeuvrability, it's simplicity will appeal to a wide range of people, with a footbrake and adjustable handle allowing for maximum comfort when in the pushing position.

The final handy feature is that this model houses a slender carry bag just as well as a more hefty tour bag, with the arms also folding around the bag as the elasticated bungees secured our clubs in place.

• Read our full Eze Glide Smart Fold Push Cart Review

Most compact

Motocaddy are known for producing some of the best electric golf trolleys on the market, but the brand know a thing or two about a compact cart, with the Cube a prime example. As you would expect, with a name like Cube, it is extremely easy to store, and is one of the most compact golf carts money can buy.

To begin with, we were particularly impressed with the Easilock compatibility, which allows any bag to sit on the cart securely. In testing, the adjustable bag supports at the top and bottom also helped the bag stay on the cart, as the storage space available was plentiful.

As mentioned, this cart is called the Cube and, not only did we find it compact and easy to unfold, with its process only requiring a couple of button clicks and movements, but there are also friction-free oversize wheels as standard. When out on the course, the cart was very easy to manoeuvre, with the maintenance-free rubber tires quick and easy to release when storing the cart in the car and at home.

• Read our full Motocaddy Cube Push Cart Review

Best looking

Given its name, Micra, we are happy to report that it is, indeed, impressively compact, with its lightweight nature making transport easy to-and-from the golf course. In testing, we thought it was very similar, size-wise, to theMotoCaddy Cube above, making it easily one of themost compact golf cartsmoney can buy.

Importantly, assembling the Micra is easy and, once assembled, it can store your golf bag with ease thanks to a Key Lock base system. It is designed to prevent the bag from twisting and works with an array of different types of bags, not just PowaKaddy's.

Constructed with a robust and well-made frame, where this cart stood out is in the attention to detail. The soft-touch ergonomic handle can be adjusted to any height and doesn't limit you to certain settings, whilst the footbrake is really well positioned behind the left wheel and - sporting a bright yellow paint job - it's impossible to miss. It also makes a 'click' sound whenever you engage it.

• Read our full PowaKaddy Micra Push Cart Review

Most lightweight

When it comes to the cart with the best folding mechanism, it's difficult to look past the Big Max Blade Trio, which has a two-step system that takes a matter of seconds to erect. To fold it down, the handle folds down into the chassis, then it's one simple pull inwards of the main component and the Blade Trio is folded!

Weighing 6.7kg (14.7lbs), premium materials have been used throughout the chassis and handle area, with the cart also boasting a huge amount of storage thanks to the XL mesh net under the handle. The mesh can store your rangefinder or GPS, as well as golf balls, so you have them to hand.

How does the Blade Trio perform then? Well, out on the golf course, we felt it was exceptional, with the cart gliding over the surface with ease. The only slight qualm is that the rear wheels don't have a particularly wide wheelbase and, even though there is still plenty of stability over bumpy terrain, a particularly heavy Tour bag might not be conducive for use on the Blade Trio. One final thing, while this particular model is only available in the US and continental Europe, those in the UK can benefit from a very similar folding system on the Big Max Blade IP push cart.

• Read our full Big Max Blade Trio Push Cart Review

Best storage

Sun Mountain introduced its first Speed Cart in 1999 and forever changed the push cart market. Fast forward a number of decades and the company has released the V1R. Based on our testing, this model will keep the Sun Mountain Speed Cart franchise solidly in its position as industry leader.

Admittedly, the weight of the cart out of the box was a slight worry but, crucially, once set up and in use, it was as light as a feather, with the ease of use out on the course exceptional. In our testing, we were shocked by how little effort was required to move the V1R across the golf course, even with a golf bag in place.

Construction-wise, it takes two simple steps to set up and the stability is up there with the lightness of this cart. Its three-wheel design seemed to hug the turf and there was no bounce as it rolled along the terrain. What's more, it comes in 10 color options and is crammed with features. These include a mesh basket positioned below the handle that can be used for headcovers or golf balls. There’s also a storage tray that is perfect for a scorecard, phone, or wallet, with the V1R also coming with a drinks holder and an attachable umbrella holder.

• Read our full Sun Mountain 2022 Speed Cart V1R Push Cart Review

Best durability

To begin with, the ClicGear 4.0 is one of the more bulkier models in this guide and you get a lot of cart for your money. Construction-wise, it is made of aircraft grade aluminium, which is incredibly robust and will stand the test of time.

There is a lot to like about this cart, such as the silicone strap system that is different when compared with traditional elastic style straps. We found that the system on the 4.0 is far more gentle and still performed well at keeping the golf bag firmly in place throughout our round of golf.

Admittedly, there are easier carts to set up, and the ClicGear 4.0 is on the heavier side compared to other models in this guide. However, it still comes with a storage console that can hold golf balls, pencils and tees, as well as a storage net, which has been made larger as part of this model’s upgrade. This aspect can provide quick access to a drinks bottle.

• Read our full ClicGear 4.0 3-Wheel Push Cart Review

Best 2-wheel

A more unique model to make this best push cart list, the Kaddey Switch is designed to be permanently attached to any golf bag, making assembly on arrival at the golf course as quick and seamless as possible. This design also means the cart takes up minimal space and can be easily stored in even the smallest car trunk.

In testing, we found assembly to take just a few seconds because the XL wheels just need to be attached either side and, out on the course, we loved the versatility of the cart because it can be pushed or pulled easily depending on the terrain you are facing.

A great performer, one final touch that sums up how thoughtfully the Kaddey Switch has been designed, is that you can record your own golf swing. It does this via elasticated phone straps on the centre console and, after positioning the handle closer to the ground, you are able to get the camera working. All in all, it is a high-quality model that is truly unique.

• Read our full Kaddey Switch Cart Review

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How We Test Push Carts

We test push carts with the same ethos as all other golf gear - rigorously and comprehensively. If we say we have reviewed a golf product then we have done so out on the golf course, in different conditions. This is particularly important for push carts because you want your model to perform as well in the winter as it does in the summer. The entire Golf Monthly team plays golf regularly so can put golf gear to the test with ease and it should be acknowledged that no manufacturer can buy a good review. Our team tells it how we see it.

How To Choose The Best Push Cart

Push or electric cart?

Push carts are more appropriate for golfers that play mostly on flatter courses. They're also less expensive than the best electric carts, so are a more cost-effective way of getting your clubs around the course. Push carts also tend to offer better storage solutions on the handle console for items like balls and tees.

Weight

Push carts need to be lightweight because it is you that is providing the pushing power, which can be particularly tiresome when playing holes that go uphill, so be sure to pick one that is lightweight without sacrificing stability or durability. Luckily, push carts are much lighter than electric carts. Make sure the wheel bearings are nice and smooth, which will help reduce the amount of manual effort required.

Folding

Push carts often fold down more compactly than electric carts because the simpler design (no electrics) provides more freedom with the design of the frame.

This means they often fold down flatter, which can be more convenient for golfers that need to also fit their golf bag in the trunk. So if you're very short on space, a push cart could provide the answer.

Maneuverability

With push carts, because you are doing some of the work in terms of propulsion and direction, good models have to be easy to maneuver. Poorly designed models make life more difficult which is precisely the opposite of what a cart is supposed to do. Now admittedly there are some good four-wheel options in this regard, the Big Max Blade Quattro for example, but the more common design we have found to move easily are three-wheeled designs.

Storage

How much storage do you want on your push cart? If it is a lot then pick a design with a large central console, whereas if all your golf gear is going to be kept in your golf bag itself, then go for a cart that doesn't specifically need storage in its design.

Budget

Our final factor for you to think about is budget. As you can see above there are lots of models from different companies, that all come in at different price points so be aware of how much you can, or want, to spend. If you want to find a good model for less though, be sure to read our best affordable golf carts guide.

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