Best Skechers Golf Shoes 2025

Since their move into the golf shoes market in 2015, Sketchers have carried on their mantra from running shoes and trainers by creating some of the most comfortable golf shoes on the market. Renowned for their soft sole and cushioning designs, the brand have made waves in the golf shoe space despite their lower profile, more reserved designs when compared to competitors. The newly implemented Arch Fit insole has allowed Sketchers to reach another layer of comfort with their golf shoes, reducing shock as you walk and improving weight distribution for the ultimate cosiness on your feet.

Despite being an understated brand, two of the leaders figures in both men's and women's golf sport their golf shoes as they charge up leaderboards - England Matt Fitzpatrick and Canada's Brooke Henderson.

As the shoes grow in popularity, we decided to create this guide documenting the stand out men's and women's Skechers models with their main features and benefits so that you can make the best choice for your feet. Alternatively, if it's a certain type of shoe you are after, check out our extensive guides on the best golf shoes for walking, the best golf shoes for winter and the best golf shoes for wide feet.

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Best Skechers Golf Shoes

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Skechers have always been known for comfort, but in recent years, especially since signing Matt Fitzpatrick as an ambassador, the brand has also been working on the fashion side of things too. Enter the Blade shoe which is actually the model Fitzpatrick has been using out on Tour.

This is a shoe built for comfort rather than style - one can argue why the brand can't do both, we but you know what you get with Sketchers and I can commend them on not trying to be something they aren't in this regard. While it may not feature the Arch Fit technology that Skechers is known for, the arch support is still very good. Our favorite feature of this shoe is the Slip-in design. The heel area is built to be incredibly rigid, allowing you to put weight through it and for the foot to slide in. Rigid though this area is, its complimented by what is called a Heel Pillow, which is an incredibly soft and cushioned area directly where the heel sits. This was my biggest take away during testing as someone with rather sharp heels that cause me discomfort from time to time on the course.

As a result, the Blade offers the most comprehensive padding and cushioning in the heel area of any shoe we have tested, which will be music to the ears of golfers who get pain or blisters in this area. 100% waterproofing also stood up to the tests when we tried these shoes in wet conditions, as did the hybrid sole featuring some spikes and a mostly rubber spikeless design. Despite the wet conditions, we never slipped nor felt like we didn't have grip with the ground beneath us.

• Read our full Skechers Go Golf Blade GF Slip-ins Golf Shoe Review

Most comfortable

Skechers are one of the most well known show manufacturers in the world and they produce some of the best golf shoes around. The Go Golf Elite 5 Slip 'In Shoe is perhaps one of the coolest additions to the brand's excellent range of golf sneakers. While they don't scream premium, they offer a very cool sporty aesthetic and and in our opinion a versatile look that will look fantastic both on the golf course and when worn out-and-about in your day-to-day life.

If you like your fashion with the smallest of fuss, you'll like these shoes. They slipped on quickly and easily for me during my first round of testing which isn't always the case with new shoes, but they slipped on just like a comfy pair of slippers and felt just as nice. That makes them one of the best golf shoes for seniors, with it taking just a few seconds to kneel down and slip these shoes on and off. Additionally, the Twist-Fit dial system located on the side makes them easy to fasten. Again, we can see the appeal for those who suffer with a stiff back in the morning, as there’s no need to struggle with lacing up, plus you haven't got to worry about the laces gradually loosening over time and needing to be retied at the most inconvenient of moments.

What's even better is that these shoes come with a removable Arch Fit insole that helps to deliver podiatrist-certified support to the balls of your feet. I also felt that I was locked into the ground thanks to the comfortable but stable Heel Pillow. These may not be the most durable of golf shoes like the best winter golf shoes but they offered impressive waterproofing and a one-year warranty to boot which speaks volumes of how confident Sketchers are with the quality of their product.

• Read our full Skechers Go Golf Elite 5 Slip 'In Shoe Review

Best versatility

The Skechers Men's Go Golf Drive 5 Golf Shoe are arguably the best looking shoes in this guide thanks to the relaxed design and the presence of the Arch Fit technology which is visible from the outside. As a result, there is a load of cushioning and comfort on offer here - these shoes felt like slippers the moment we put them on and didn't rub at my heels despite playing multiple rounds in them.

100% waterproofing held up in the inclement weather during one round of testing and whilst the shoes kept us grippy and secure despite the wet conditions under foot. The lack of spikes on the shoe and its cool style mean it is a very versatile on-course/off-course shoe that can also help improve your playing performance. For that reason, the Skechers Men's Go Golf Drive 5 Golf Shoe is one of the best spikeless golf shoes on the market.

Of course, not everyone will like the looks on offer here, but again I'll reiterate that Sketcher don't see themselves as a fashion brand and more so a brand that deliver excellent levels of quality and comfort with their products. If you value that more than the looks on offer, these are well worth a try.

• Read our full Skechers Go Golf Drive 5 Golf Shoe Review

Best grip

A former member of our Editor's Choice list upon their release, we couldn't give any more compliments to the Pro Golf 5 Hyper shoe if we tried. It takes comfort to a new level by incorporating Skechers Arch Fit technology that provides podiatrist certified support to your feet, with cushioning across the midsole. I thought this made the shoe one of the most comfortable golf shoes on this list.

Again, the Sketchers Arch Fit technology is present and designed to reduce pressure on your foot by redistributing said pressure to wider parts of the shoe, reducing fatigue. Admittedly, it's a weird feeling if you've never tried on a pair of Sketchers shoes with the technology in them - it feels like the arches of your feet are being pushed up. However, after a few minutes it becomes a very familiar but enjoyable sensation beneath your feet.

The shoe also boasts Skechers Hyper Burst and Resamax cushioning which work in tandem to offer excellent rebound in your step. Other elements we liked were the breathable mesh that helped keep my feet cool, and the Softspikes provided excellent grip for me.

• Read our full Skechers Pro 5 Hyper Golf Shoe Review

Best women's

This third generation Skechers GO Golf Max women’s golf shoe is ultra comfortable and is one of the best women’s golf shoes of this year.

It’s packed with patented technologies (Soft Stride & ULTRA Flight) that give it an ultra-lightweight cushioned feel. We loved this shoe in testing and when it comes to the most comfortable golf shoes for women this offering from Skechers has to be in the conversation.

The shape of the sole is the result of extensive podiatrist-designer input and has been developed with 20 years of data and 120,000 unweighted foot scans. With such knowledge at their design fingertips it’s fair to say that these shoes will fit any foot shape with ease, which is something that will really benefit those with wide feet or who suffer from blisters and bunions etc

The super soft insole also moulds to your foot to reduce shock and increase weight dispersion while another benefit is that you can remove the inner sole and pop it through the wash, keeping odour at bay and preserving the longevity of the shoes.

The Skechers Go Golf Max 3 is made from waterproof material with a one-year warranty.

• Read our full Skechers Women’s GO Golf Max 3 Golf Shoe

Best lightweight

Like the best Sketchers golf shoes, we were drawn to the comfort and lightweight nature of these golf shoes almost immediately during testing. This is a shoe designed with comfort first in mind and this mindset helped deliver a product that kept us comfortable from the first tee to the 18th green. This is in part thanks to the Goga Max insole that felt fantastic from the moment we put them on before conducting our review.

On testing the GO GOLF Elite 4 Hyper shoe, we were impressed with the level of comfort and stability the shoe offered. While it can be worn year-round, it is designed a winter golf shoe that comes with waterproof protection and a one-year waterproof warranty. On its face, this shoe looks like a robust and highly durable offering that may be a little heavy on your feet, but is extremely light, and delivers excellent grip on the turf thanks to its toothy outsole. It is an excellent model that also comes at a great price and looks fantastic with many of the clothes featured on our best women's golf clothes guide.

• Read our full Skechers GO GOLF Elite 4 Hyper Shoe Review

How We Test Our Golf Shoes

Our golf shoe testing methodology revolves around putting models to the test over a number of rounds and in different conditions. This is so we can gain a better idea of overall performance on things like comfort, stability, waterproofing, grip and so on.

Here at Golf Monthly, golf shoe testing is headed up by Staff Writer Dan Parker who is ably assisted by our entire testing team, including Women's Editor Alison Root for all the women's footwear. We are very comprehensive in our tests to the point where we will regularly attend product launches and meet with the manufacturer’s R&D experts to understand the new technology.

Our testing takes place over a number of rounds as this also allows us to gauge things like how certain shoes fit, which models come up small or large, can they be used off the golf course, and so on. We also try and test the shoes in different weather conditions across both links and parkland courses to try them out in different scenarios to judge any difference in performance.

That isn't to say manufacturers can buy a good review though, as all our reviews are made by golfers, for golfers. If you're looking to find out more about the methodology behind our golf shoe testing process, take a look at our how we test guide, which also provides information on how we rank each product.

How to choose golf shoes

There are a number of factors to consider when picking out your next pair of golf shoes, so let's take a look at them below.

Comfort

Comfort is one of the key things any golfer should think about when purchasing a new golf shoe. You're going to be wearing this for 18-holes multiple times per week, so you want to ensure that what you're putting on your feet is a comfortable shoe that has

When trying shoes on, listen for a 'whoosh' sound which should indicate air leaving the shoe which usually suggests a good fit. Then we recommend walking around in the shoes to see if your feet are moving around in them, and so you can feel if there is any pinching or rubbing as well. A well fitted shoe should do neither of these things.

This is important because if your feet slide around inside, or you get rubbing and blisters, you won't want to wear them again and they could damage your feet and hinder your performance.

Support

Similarly, support is also a factor you need to be aware of as well. This is especially vital if you're planning on playing regularly in these shoes with it being very easy to twist and turn your ankle while walking on an undulating course.

Likewise, it is also very easy to put additional strain or stress on your knees or hips, if you're not wearing a well-supported pair of shoes. Therefore it is vital you get shoes that keep your feet locked in, provide support for the ankle, and give cushioning underfoot.

Waterproofing

Of course getting protection from your golf shoes when the weather turns bad is also important. Therefore always check whether the shoe is 100% waterproof because some models on the market are only water-resistant and are perhaps best suited for summer use. Whereas if you want an all-year round shoe, be sure to get that waterproof protection. For more advice here see our guide on the best waterproof golf shoes.

Grip

Grip is also important because you need shoes that give good traction and stability on the golf course, so you can swing freely. We tend to see spiked golf shoes offer the best performance here but there are some spikeless models which offer good grip as well.

The best spiked golf shoes offer better grip and stability but don't sit as low to the ground as spikeless models. Spikeless golf shoes offer off-course versatility but might not offer as much traction. Have a think about which factor is most important to you here.

Budget

Finally, be aware of your budget because you can find a golf shoe at any price point these days. Seemingly every brand has models at the premium end of the price spectrum, but more are offering mid-price and value options as well and Skechers definitely fits into that.

Skechers produce some of the best golf shoes on the market, but why not take a look at some of the other great shoes that other brands have to offer also. We've put together several buying guides on the best FootJoy golf shoes, the best adidas golf shoes and the best Under Armour golf shoes that you can purchase right now!

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