Best Women’s Waterproof Golf Shoes 2024

As much as we’d love it to be the case, not all golf is played in beautiful, dry, sunny conditions. Often, the weather rolls in meaning the golfer must battle the elements (and the golf course). In these scenarios, it’s vital we find the right pair of golf shoes to wear of the conditions – ones that don’t leak or leave your feet cold and uncomfortable on the course. The good news is there’s plenty of great options for women’s waterproof shoes on the market.

Form and function are particularly essential in the best women's golf shoes as they get tested through the most severe weather conditions. Modern designs have seen a serious upgrade in the quality of waterproof golf shoes, with the days of waterproof options being more rigid and less comfortable long gone.

Comfort, like any shoe, is key when selecting the right shoe. The best players in the world now measure their ground reaction forces to create performance gains and this has influenced shoe manufacturers heavily in their designs. Golf shoes now play a vital part in how we perform out on the course – they’re increasingly performance-orientated and a lot of science and technology goes into producing modern golf shoes.

There’s never been a better time to be after new golf shoes given the wide range of stellar options, and with such competition in the market, waterproof shoes can in many different stylish fashions. Taking the high-street to the fairways has never been easier with some of golf's biggest brands producing some excellent styles, from the ‘trainer-style’ shoe to the ‘high-top’ boot. As they say – look great, play great!

To simplify your search, we've tested a selection of the best waterproof women's shoes below but also take a look at our other guides on the best spikeless golf shoes for women and the best golf shoes for women. 

Carly Frost

Carly Frost is one of the golf industry’s best-known female writers and her role at Golf Monthly is to help deliver thorough and accurate women's equipment, apparel and shoe reviews, buying advice and comparisons to help you find exactly what you are looking for. 

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Best Women’s Waterproof Golf Shoes

Top pick

The Tour 360 franchise is approaching it’s 20th anniversary, and you can see why given the quality of this golf shoe.

The latest iteration is a reminder of why the Adidas offering is one of the best and most popular in golf, with this shoe providing two colorway options for women - cloud white/silver metallic or white/core black/green spark. We tested the latter and while we found it's aesthetic distinct from shoes like  Duca del Cosma’s Alesi, or Puma’s Fusion Crush Sport, we are fans of the modern, cutting-edge design. Adidas provide a ‘Torsion Bridge’ with this shoes, as you can see with the subtle splash of green across the mid-foot and forefoot, which helps provide both important grip, balance and style.

For supreme comfort, Adidas use their Lightstrike technologies in the forefoot and pair it with ‘Jet Boost’ in the heel. These two technologies work together to provide one of the most comfortable golf shoes for women.

Our testing team at Golf Monthly is very familiar with the Tour 360s, so when we tested them over 18 holes in came as no surprise our feet were fully secure, comfortable and felt locked into the ground despite slippy, wet conditions. Overall the Tour360 24 is an excellent, high-quality golf shoe we'd recommend to any female golfers. 

• Read our full Adidas Tour360 24 Women's Golf Shoe Review

Best traditional style

Arguably the best-looking golf shoe on the market, depending on your style, of course. The Puma Avant golf shoe combines a modern touch with a classy, traditional aesthetic. It’s available in two colorways – white/deep navy or whit/deep navy/sand dune. We tested the former and loved the simplicity but stylish nature of the design – it felt like a classy shoe to wear.

Unlike on the Ecco Biom C4, for example, the leather on the Avant’s didn’t feel particularly soft to touch, but the shoe delivered excellent comfort over the 18 holes with no rubbing to show for it. Your feet will feel secure and snug on every shot, with the shoes providing great cushioning on shots – even from funky lies above or below your feet. We tested a size six and would recommend downsizing half a size for this shoe to provide ultimate stability.

While other shoes like the G/Fore MG4x2, FootJoy Pro/SLX and Duca del Cosma Alesi have a higher midsole to promote their sporty look, the Avant is low-profile with strategically placed ridges and lugs on the sole for traction. Handily, the shoes come with a one-year waterproof warranty, so if they ever let in you can take them straight to the shop for a new pair. For the winter players, it’s worth noting the white colorway might not be the most sustainable for year-round play.

• Read our full Puma Avant Ladies Golf Shoe Review

Best sneaker style

Sneaker-style golf shoes sometimes divide opinion, but if you like them, you’ll love this offering from Duca Del Cosma. The Olivera shoe is the latest standout model from Duca Del Cosma’s 2024 range and should be of interest for those looking to rock the spikeless golf shoe look. Three colorways are on offer from Duca Del Cosma for this model – cognac/blue/gray, orchid/pink and lime/gray. We tested the cognac/blue/gray model and fell in love with the look immediately – we appreciate a shoe that doesn’t look out of place on the golf course or the high street.

The heel on the Olivera sticks out ever-so slightly, providing players extra stability while swinging and walking. The look is a bit of an acquired one, but it slowly grew on us and we appreciated the added balance while playing.

The shoe provided supreme comfort, similar to Ecco's Biom C4. The heel-strike, high shock absorption midsole and Duca del Cosma’s Airway 15 sole technology all work together to make one of the most comfortable golf shoes on the market. They aren’t cheap, but you get what you pay for with the Olivera shoe.

• Read our full Duca Del Cosma Olivera Golf Shoe Review

Most stable

Another classic of the golf shoe genre, and for good reason. FootJoy’s women’s Pro/SLX is the latest generation of the renowned Pro/SL series which is designed with performance technologies to provide golfers with revolutionary traction, comfort and control, which our tester found in abundance.

Signature features include molded Ortholite, Fitbed and StratoFoam (sounds fancy, doesn’t it?), which combine to make one of the comfiest golf shoes available. FootJoy have also added an exposed heel stabilizer that controls movement and provides extra balance. The design is a classic, non-confrontational but stylish look and comes in three colorways, but this shoe is more known for its excellent performance and durability.

The new traction design on the outsole maximizes stability and will allow you to feel in control the moment you stand over the golf ball. This shoe is in the conversation for the best FootJoy golf shoe on offer today.

• Read our full FootJoy Women's Pro/SLX Golf Shoe Review

Best versatility

G/FORE designs can often be a bit…. unorthodox. So by their standards, the G Fore Ladies MG4x2 is a pretty normal look.

First thing to note with these shoes – the comfort levels are off the charts. They even look comfortable by looking at them, and once slipped on they do not disappoint. Our tester didn’t have any blister or rubbing problems with them new out of the box, although we would recommend you go half a size up. The rubber outsole is paired with a sawtooth traction pattern sole which provided wonderful grip and stability while swinging.

The shoes are stylish and lightweight, providing a casual but classy look on the course. We tested these in damp conditions and were pleasantly surprised with the grip levels, while our feet stayed nice and dry. The water and stain resistant upper is fused with an internal waterproof lining to help keep feet unaffected from the weather. For more models with top notch protection, check out our guide on the best waterproof golf shoes.

• Read our full G/FORE Ladies MG4x2 Golf Shoe Review

Most comfortable

The Biom C4 shoe was introduced two years ago and has become increasingly popular since then in Ecco’s collection – it’s not hard to understand why.

The first thing you’ll notice is the high-quality leather which is lovely and soft to touch, particularly around the toe area. The comfort will blow you away, with the stretchy mesh sock and Ecco’s Fluidform Direct Comfort technology combining to provide probably the most comfortable women’s golf shoe on the market.

The Ecco shoes we've reviewed in the past, such as the LT1 model that joins Ecco's lineup for the 2024 season, have delivered performance. The same can be said of the Biom C4s – we felt comfortable, stable and balanced on every shot that was on par with FootJoy’s spikeless Pro/SLX and the spiked model from Adidas, the Tour360 24.

The shoe comes in four colorways, providing ladies a nice choice of different style and color options for the optimum look on the golf course, and the shoe is subtle and easy to style. The price tag is on the high side, but you get what you pay for with the Biom C4 golf shoe.

• Read our full Ecco Women’s Biom C4 Golf Shoe Review

How we test golf shoes

Our golf shoe testing methodology revolves around putting models to the test over a number of rounds and in different conditions. Testing over numerous rounds allows us to form the best, information-based opinions on the shoes performance in terms of grip, comfort, stability, waterproofing and how they actually look and feel on the course. Each shoe we list has been tested by at least one member of the Golf Monthly team, while our Women's Editor Alison Root oversees all women's golf buying advice on the website.

We don’t think there’s a better way to test women’s golf shoes, and the large sample size we gather through use of the shoes helps us give the fairest review for those looking to buy the latest offerings the market provides.

This, added to our already extensive knowledge of the market and previous iterations of shoes from multiple different brands, helps us provide information on the little details that are all-too important when purchasing golf shoes. We know which brands fit smaller than usual, or bigger. We know which shoes tend to rub, and which don’t. Our tests are comprehensive, and we pride ourselves in providing detailed, honest reviews which are clear of bias or favouritism.

We regularly attend product launches and meet with developers to learn as much as we can about the products we test so that you, the reader, can be provided with the best information for purchasing. We are not aligned to one manufacturer, however, and no brand can ‘buy’ a good review. Our reviews are made for golfers, by golfers.

How to choose golf shoes

Golf shoes come in many different shapes and have a ton of different features. From waterproofing outer shells to different grip styles, there is a lot to consider when purchasing your next pair of golf shoes. For that reason, we’ve put together a list of handy tips that you need to consider when purchasing your next pair of golf shoes. Check them out below

Spiked or spikeless?

The best golf shoes above are split into spiked (or cleated) and spikeless designs and there are pros and cons of each. 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. They are perfect for driving in the car to the golf course, playing a round, and then driving home again because they are usually light and comfortable, but most won't offer as much traction as a spiked shoe.

Waterproofing

If you live somewhere that gets a lot of rain then a waterproof shoe is a must. The best designs will keep your feet bone dry however if you play golf in glorious sunshine most of the time, then you may view other factors as more significant.

Many players choose to have one pair for winter and another, lighter pair for summer to keep them fresh and suit different requirements.

Getting the right fit

When picking out golf shoes getting the right fit is important because otherwise blisters can build up. Or your feet may slide around inside, which limits your stability.

When trying a pair on for the first time, listen for the 'whoosh' sound when you slide your feet in - that's the sound of all the air leaving the shoe to confirm it is the correct size, but do a walking test to be sure. They shouldn't pinch anywhere, nor should your feet be moving around inside.

When it comes to the right fit it is also worth considering different laces. Normal laces are good for most but for some golfers, BOA laced shoes provide more convenient fastening and shouldn’t loosen during the course of a round, but are usually a tad more expensive.

Comfort and support

Similar to getting the right fit, you need to get a shoe that is going to give you ample comfort and support during your round. As you’ll be walking a long way in these shoes, it is vital that you get a pair that will give your ankles, feet and knees the best level of support possible. Look for shoes that have padded-out soles and are cushioned on the inside, to give your feet a spongey ride. (Check out our guide on the best golf shoes for walking for more advice here)

Styling

Thankfully modern golf shoe design has seen many brands not just create traditional, classic-looking shoes, but also modern styles that can be used off the golf course too. Therefore it is important to think about what your shoes look like and what style suits you. Whatever you like or dislike, there is something for everyone these days.

Golf shoes come in all shapes sizes. There are so many different options out there to consider and while the best women's waterproof golf shoes are some of the top shoes on the market, there are plenty of other golf shoes you should try before you buy. For example, take a look at our guides on the best budget golf shoes, the best golf shoes for plantar fasciitis or even the best golf shoes for under $100. 

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