Golf is notoriously expensive, which can make the idea of giving a golf-related gift to the golfer in your life daunting. The good news is there are some great affordable golf gifts that will put a smile on any golfer's face without eating up your entire shopping budget.
As a golfer who has been on the giving and receiving end of countless golf gifts, not to mention buying many of these items for myself, these are my personal recommendations of the 18 best golf gifts under $50.
Could the golfer in your life use a little more accuracy off the tee? Flightpath golf tees are uniquely designed to fly straighter thanks to reduced spin and sidespin.
Plus, while they aren't quite indestructable, these tees can take a beating over and over again.
Having an alignment line on the golf ball can make putting a lot easier, and there's no easier way to make a perfect line on the ball every time than using the Ball Badge Aim Stripe. The ball sits perfectly in this ring to create a stencil at the exact mid-point of the ball. It makes for easy 360-degree alignment aids and adds an elevated presense to any golf bag compared to the plastic stenicil alternatives that only allow for partial lines.
It's not often you get a chance to tee up a true Tour ball (one that's actually used on the world's top tours) for under $50. The Maxfli Tour lineup is not only played on tour, but it's got a PGA Tour victory on its resume.
Even better, it's not only under $50, it's actually under $40 for one dozen, $35 each when you buy two dozen, or just $30 per dozen when you buy four.
Choose the standard Tour model for a penetrating ball flight and medium feel. Move up to the Tour X for a slightly higher ball flight and more spin, or opt for the Tour S for less spin and a lower flight.
These fleece-lined athletic pants from G Gradual are ideal when the temperatures start to drop. They provide extra warmth on the inside plus convenient pockets and athleisure wear versatility.
This soft-sided golf travel bag is packed with convenient features. The exterior is made of waterproof, abrasion-resistant fabric to keep your clubs protected during travel. Plus, with wheels at the base and an easy-to-use handle on top, transporting this to and from the airport is effortless.
Four large pockets offer ample space for everything you need on your golf journey.
This Putt-A-Bout 3-hole putting mat is the perfect low-cost, effective putting mat. First of all, the no-skid backing guarantees it lays flat, and stays flat, on the floor. Second of all, the holes are cut into the mat, so the golfer actually gets to see the ball drop into the hole, a feature more putting mats should offer. Finally, at nine-feet long, it allows golfers to practice all the important putts, everything inside 10 feet, and easily rolls up afterward without ever losing its shape.
This Dri-FIT Advantage Golf Skort is flowy on the outside, with pleats from front to back, with a convenient shorts layer underneath that features a pocket on the right side. It’s lightweight and made of 80% polyester and 20% spandex, so it stays dry and moves with your golf swing. Prices may vary, but multiple styles are available under $50.
I started practicing with PutterCup for 10 minutes at a time a few times a week, and almost immediately had my best putting performance in memory, cutting 6.6 strokes off my season average on the greens.
Do I think I’ve transformed into a tour-level putter after 40 minutes, give or take, practicing with PutterCup? No.
Do I think it’s a coincidence that after I started training my speed and precision, those two things were significantly better on the course? Absolutely not.
PutterCup works, and in my opinion, the Pressure Putt Pack is the best $35 you can spend on your game from a stroke-saving point of view.
I got myself a three-pack, and I love these shirts because they know exactly where to be flattering and where to be forgiving. Plus, they're the comfiest t-shirts I own.
We can’t stress this enough, but it’s important to have a unique mark on your golf balls. With the Ball Tatt golf ball stamp, any golfer can quickly put a fun or meaningful mark on their golf balls in no time. Choose from the 40-plus design options and the lucky golfer to open this gift will enjoy a lifetime of perfectly-marked golf balls.
This golf vest from Little Donkey Andy is the perfect shoulder-season golf companion. It's warm yet lightweight, allows for full golf swings without interfering, and it stylishly fits over any base layer. The four-way stretch fabric is ideal for staying active, whether it's a round of golf, a hike, or a run. We also love that it has four pocketes, two zippered pockets on the outside and two more on the inside. Choose from four colors, or get it in multiple colors.
Every Fall, golfers excitedly cheer for “Q-Zip Season!” (we’re weird), and this 3-stripes quarter zip from adidas is worth getting excited about. With three stripes on the chest and a mock collar, this top layers is made of 100% polyester with a waffle texture. If you’re giving this to your favorite golfer, you’ll be equally as excited about the price.
You can't go wrong with this classic Nike hat. Two colors, the Nike swoosh, and NIKE text, and nothing else. With several colors to choose from, plus an appealing price, this is a great gift that the golfer on your list can wear to complete their on-course outfit, or wear just about anywhere else.
The barrel-style headcover is the newest headcover trend, blending a vintage style with modern quality. This barrel headcover from TaylorMade is available in three styles, including two pinstripe options, and a palm print version.
Branded Bills’ new Golf Collection is all over pro shops and is quickly becoming one of the most popular golf hats in the game.
Branded Bills hats are a triple crown winner of sorts. You’ve got excellent craftsmanship, a seemingly infinite number of styles and colors to choose from, and golf-specific designs that delight. Whatever look and style you want, from bucket hats to rope hats and flat-brim options, you'll find it at Branded Bills.
Are you shopping for someone who loves to play golf, and travel, and is even known to (gasp!) combine those two things? Every travelling golfer needs a reliable golf travel bag, and this bag from Himal is not only affordable, but it's extremely highly-rated. It's soft-sided, which I prefer because it's easier to stuff with clothes or fit into a trunk than a rigid case, and it's equipped with wheels for easy transport.
Blade polos are perhaps the most versatile top you can wear on a golf course. They're not as formal as a collared polo, yet you can still dress them up with slacks and nice shoes off the course, or wear it with a more casual outfit. This blade polo from Nike looks great on and off the course.
Ask 10 golfers which one course on earth they’d play if they could play any course once, and we’re willing to bet Augusta National gets the majority of the votes. The reality is, however, they probably never will tee it up at the home of the Masters, but that doesn’t mean they can’t play it in their mind every day.
This historic Augusta National Golf Course map is a piece of art any golfer would love to display in their golf cave, living room, or office.
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