Best Affordable Golf Carts 2025

Believe it or not, the best golf carts can assist in improving your game. Obviously, they can't help you get up and down off a hardpan lie or hit a stinging tee shot that cheats the wind and ends up in the prime spot on the fairway. What they can do is ensure you save valuable energy across a round. If you enjoy walking but notice that your fitness levels and your concentration can wane over the last few holes then you should definitely consider investing a golf cart.

Of course, budget is a factor too. Especially since many of best golf carts are more expensive than your standard carry bags. But fear not. There are plenty of far more affordable options.

At Golf Monthly we’ve tested a considerable number of trolleys and have selected our favorite best push carts and best electric golf trolleys that we deem affordable. Here you still get plenty of features and a reliable performance but without stretching your budget to breaking point.

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Best Affordable Golf Carts

Best electric

For many golfers, investing in a remote electric trolley might seem unjustifiable—but the Zip Navigator from MGI could make you reconsider.

Put simply, you get all features and benefits from an electric cart but without the price tag. But what does that entail exactly? The Zip Navigator offers plenty of stability, even when navigating more challenging terrains. This is thanks to the additional rear wheel that we found came in handy on steeper parts on the course.

In testing, we found the remote control easy to use and worked without any hiccups. Our favorite feature was the the downhill speed control, which combined with the extra fourth wheel, inspired plenty of confidence that our cart would arrive next to our ball regardless of the terrain. The remote is thoughtfully designed, featuring a lock button to prevent accidental activation while it’s in your pocket.

Another handy detail we enjoyed was the ability to invert the wheels when the cart is folded down. We found this particularly practical for storing at home and in the boot of the car before heading to the golf course. All in all, this is a fantastic electric option that is more financially viable than many of its competitors.

• Read our full MGI Zip Navigator Remote Electric Trolley Review

Best push

Looking for a new push cart on a budget? The Nitron from Bag Boy is tough to beat...

The design is simple, straightforward, and efficient, allowing for quick folding and unfolding so you can focus on warming up and getting in the zone before your round.
Plus, the compact size means it's ideal for golfers with limited space at home.

It's not just conveniently sized, it performs out on the course too. In testing, we found the Nitron incredibly easy to load, unload and maneuver regardless of the terrain. And we're only getting started with its functionalities...

Adjustable straps keep your chosen bag securely in place, while the hand-mounted brake offers added stability both on the course and in the parking lot. If you're a player that likes to carry plenty of gear during a round, the Nitron has you covered too. There's built-in mobile phone and drinks holder in addition to storage for balls, tees and other essentials. It's no surprise that this cart is featured in our Editor's Choice Awards .

• Read our full Bag Boy Nitron Push Cart Review

Best storage

Sun Mountain and its Speed Cart franchise is well-known, even among those new to golf. In its third decade of production it remains one of the best-selling carts and for a good reason too...

The brand's latest model—the V1R—showcases just why the Speed Cart design is still so popular. The V1R is sturdy and robust enough to provide stability, yet feels remarkably lightweight in use. In testing, we found the cart easy to maneuver as it glides over the turf. Plus, it folds and unfolds quickly and efficiently too. If we had to be picky, our only gripe is that it’s not as compact as other carts in its category when folded.

But where the V1R really delivers is in the sheer volume and range of storage on offer.
There's a generous storage tray and a handy mesh basket to take care of essentials like spare balls and scorecards as well as a phone, watch and wallet. And that’s not all. There are also convenient holders for your drinks bottle and your umbrella. We’d recommend the V1R to anyone who struggles to fit all their gear into their current one.

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

Most compact

Essentially, the best golf push trolleys should be simple to assemble, comfortable to steer and compact and light enough to carry to and from your car. The Cube ticks all of these boxes.

In testing, we loved the simplicity of its two-step folding design which made assembly a walk in the park. This streamlined design combined with a well-place carry handle made lifting just as easy too. The low-weight meant that it was agile even of testing ground. However, this does mean the bag is susceptible to falling over on uneven ground or in windy conditions. If you play a lot of links golf, we'd suggest you find a slightly sturdier option.

There's plenty of other handy features such as adjustable trolly clips to hold your bag in place, storage for your valuables and a foot-break for extra security. The Cube comes in three colors too.

• Read our full Motocaddy Cube Push Cart Review

Best value

Balancing functionality, build quality and price is no easy task. But the EzeGlide Smart Fold Push cart manages it in style.

Why does it get our nod for best value? Simply because it delivers across a number of areas while still being really affordable. To start it boasts a lightweight design that translates into a cart that’s easy to carry. Fairly compact when folded away it packs comfortably into the trunk of your car but is still simple to put together. Unfolded and out on the course its low weight and three-wheel design means it steers confidently no matter the terrain.

It scores highly too for just how well it holds your bag in place - no matter the style of bag you use. This is achieved thanks to the well-designed adjustable brackets that really lock the bag in. During our testing we enjoyed a rattle-free experience. And last, but not least, is the impressive array of storage options. These include a neat dry space for valuables such as a phone or watch alongside holders for an umbrella and your scorecard.

• Read our full Longridge Eze Glide Smart Fold Push Trolley review

How we test golf carts

At Golf Monthly we take our testing seriously. This means that products, including these carts, are evaluated over many rounds, not just one, and across a range of playing conditions. This allows us to formulate a balanced opinion as well as assess how a product will stand up to seasonal changes in weather.

Our team of reviewers have a range of handicaps but all have plenty of experience. This means we’re well-placed to compare and contrast equipment to see how different products stack up against the competition.

Vitally, brands cannot buy a good review. All that you’ve read here, and across our reviews and buyers guides, are derived from time spent with the products and nothing else. This means you're getting an honest and unbiased opinion, from golfer to another.

How to choose the best push cart

Selecting the right affordable golf cart for you requires a little thought. Certainly looking at the trolleys used by your playing partners is a good place to start, but to narrow it down it’s worth evaluating a few key factors. Here’s our advice on which area to focus on.

Electric/Push

Obviously the first thing you want to think about is whether you want an electric model, or a push cart. Electric designs are obviously more expensive but come with a lot more features and require less effort to maneuver. Push carts are cheaper, usually lighter and very easy to use.

Features

As we mentioned above lots of different models come with a wide range of features, and some look to simply perform as a trolley. For example some electric models come with GPS functionality, remote controls, shot-tracking and large LCD screens. Push carts also come with features like storage compartments, drinks holder, adjustable handle and so on. Therefore you should think about what extra features would be important to you when using a golf cart.

Ease of use

The whole point of a golf cart is to make life easier on the golf course when moving from shot to shot, so a cart that isn't easy to use is pointless. They have to be easy to maneuver on the course and getting it out of the car, and most designs fold away too so this foldable process has to be simple to put up and fold away as well.

Storage

Us golfers accumulate a lot of stuff whether it be accessories, tees, balls, scorecard, phone, wallet and so on and so forth. Sure it is easy to store this in the golf bag on the cart but for ease of access it is good to store things in the trolley too. As a result pretty much all trolleys come with storage compartments these days with some being larger than others.

Durability

A golf cart can be a large investment so it has to be able to last a long time, as well as deal with the rain, mud, and whatever general use gets thrown at it on the golf course. As such we recommend looking at models that are made from strong materials like aluminum.

Price

With so many brands making golf carts these days there is a model for everyone at every price point. If you want to go for the cheapest option which will just act as a cart, you can. Or if you want all the bells and whistles on an electric design, you can do that too. It is all a question of how much you want to spend.

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