This is my review of the best golf gloves on the market in 2024.
We’re testing all the premium gloves from all the premium manufacturers.
Our Criteria
- High quality materials.
- High quality construction.
- Durability – Stands up to hot and humid weather.
- Reasonable price.
I’ve played golf in hot and humid weather my whole life (first in southeast Louisiana, and now in Houston) and my hands probably sweat a little more than the average bear.
I know a thing or three about which golf gloves to buy and how to take care of them.
I’ve played every glove on this page in the last year. (I stocked up on my top pics)
In this best golf gloves review, I discuss the benefits and features of each, my experience with each, and my recommendations.
Our #1 Recommendation for 2024: Callaway 2022 Tour Authentic
- Excellent Fit & Feel
- Best Durability
- Premium Quality Soft Cabretta Leather
- Great Value
- Too awesome
Full List (Updated for 2024)
- Callaway Golf 2022 Tour Authentic Glove (Best Glove – Best Value)
- Mizuno Tour Glove
- TaylorMade TP Glove
- FootJoy Men’s StaSof Golf Glove (Former Runner Up)
- Titleist Permasoft Men’s
- FootJoy Tropicool Glove (Best for Sweaty Hands – Freakishly durable)
- FootJoy Pure Touch
- Srixon SRX Glove
- Callaway Opti-Cool (Coolest looking glove)
1) Callaway Tour Authentic Golf Glove (Editor’s Pick)
- Excellent Fit & Feel
- Best Durability
- Premium Quality Soft Cabretta Leather
- Great Value
- Too awesome
The Callaway Tour Authentic is our new #1 recommendation (and is my new favorite) for a few reasons.
What we like:
- Excellent fit & feel.
- Premium quality Cabretta construction.
- Best Durability – Retains fit and feel.
- Incredible value.
What we don’t like:
- Nothing…it’s the best.
The Callaway Tour Authentic is new to us for 2023 (it came out in 2022). It fits and feels almost exactly the same as the Titleist Perma – Soft.
It lacks the mesh fabric across the knuckles of the StaSof and Perma – Soft. (I think this helps the glove flex more with my grip)
It fits a little snugly at first but breaks in quickly for a perfect fit.
It’s a great quality glove at a more than reasonable price.
Recommendation: Excellent premium Cabretta leather glove and the most durable we’ve tested at a very reasonable price.
2) Mizuno Tour Golf Glove
- Superb Fit & Feel
- High-quality Leather & Construction
- Many size options
- None yet
What we like:
- Excellent fit & feel.
- Premium quality Cabretta construction.
- Best Durability – Retains fit and feel.
- Good value.
What we don’t like:
- Nothing yet.
This is my first Mizuno glove in a while. I haven’t tested this glove on the range or on the course yet.
But I think it will hold up well based on the quality of the leather, the quality of the stitching, and the reinforced wrist area with moisture wicking material.
Recommendation: High-quality cabretta leather glove at a reasonable price.
3) TaylorMade Tour Preferred Golf Glove
- Superb fit & feel
- Quality leather construction
- Excellent price
- None yet
What we like:
- Excellent fit & feel.
- Premium quality Cabretta construction.
- Best Durability – Retains fit and feel.
- Good value.
What we don’t like:
- Nothing yet.
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Recommendation: High-quality glove at a reasonable price.
4) FootJoy StaSof Golf Glove
- Top Quality Cabretta Leather
- Superior Softness & Feel
- Excellent Fit
- Flexes Perfectly for Max Comfort
- Not Cheap
- Lacks durability
The FootJoy StaSof is a mainstay on our list for a few reasons.
What we like:
- Superb fit and feel.
- Premium quality materials.
- Flexes with your hand for maximum comfort throughout your swing.
What we don’t like:
- Not as durable as our #1 Recommendation.
Yes, yes it cost a bit more and you can (and I do) certainly get by with cheaper (less expensive) gloves.
But…the Footjoy StaSof stands out in side-by-side comparisons to other excellent golf gloves we tested.
Honestly, I had forgotten how good they were. So, I bought a couple to remind me.
Recommendation: Not a bad idea to have one or two on hand, especially if you aren’t hard on your gloves.
5) Titleist Perma – Soft Golf Glove (Former Runner Up)
- Excellent Fit & Feel
- Premium Quality Soft Cabretta Leather
- Flexes for Added Comfort
- Great Value
- Not durable as our Top Pic
The Titleist Perma-Soft is up next.
What we like:
- Excellent fit & feel.
- Premium quality Cabretta construction.
- Flexes with your hand for added comfort throughout the swing.
What we don’t like:
- Not as durable as our top two recommendations.
The Perma-Soft is a close second to the Footjoy StaSof. I wear medium golf gloves and the Perma-Soft fits tighter than the StaSof out of the package. Though, it does stretch to fit nicely after wearing a few times.
I’ve been playing one for a couple months now and it’s held up nicely.
Recommendation: Excellent premium Cabretta leather glove at a reasonable price.
6) FootJoy TropiCool Golf Glove
I've used the SAME glove for a year and a half...on my sweaty hands. Incredible!
- Exceptional Sweat/Moisture Protection
- Freakishly Durable
- Good Feel
- Great Value
- Feel isn't refined
Our favorite glove for the practice tee.
What we like:
- Great fit and quality construction.
- Keeps it’s shape.
- INCREDIBLY FREAKISHLY durable (can’t kill it).
- Stands up to moisture exceptionally well.
What we don’t like:
- Nada
I did NOT expect to like this glove…at ALL.
But, the Footjoy TropiCool is the best glove for sweaty hands and hot weather. And, it’s not close.
My experience with non-cabretta gloves had been universally bad since I started playing golf many moons ago.
They generally feel terrible – are ill fitting – fall apart in a couple rounds.
The TropiCool glove has no Cabretta in sight and I still like it. Wow! It’s largely constructed of a fiber material called “Nanotech.” It’s breathable and helps keep my grip dry.
I’ve practiced EXTENSIVELY in this Houston summer heat wave and hit hundreds and hundreds of shots using the ONE Tropicool glove I’ve had since April (it’s now July ONE YEAR LATER). It stands up…to say the least.
I’m still on the SAME glove for a year and a half and I’ve hit the range a LOT since April doing club testing.
It will get slick at some point, but it takes work to get there. Do you practice or play in sub-tropical heat? Get this glove. Trust me.
This is the best golf glove for sweaty hands, period.
Top Tip: You may want to order a smaller size (cadet medium vs. medium for example) I accidentally ordered cadet-medium and it fit much tighter than I’m used to. The glove now fits awesome. Use this Footjoy fitting guide if you have questions.
Recommendation: I was skeptical. Now I’m a believer. If standing up to hot weather and sweaty hands is your #1 priority, this is the glove.
7) FootJoy Pure Touch Golf Glove
- Great fit & soft tacky feel
- Quality Construction
- Expensive
- Lacks durability
What we like:
- Great fit and soft tacky feel.
- Quality leather construction.
What we don’t like:
- Expensive.
- Lacks durability.
It fits well and feels good. But it didn’t stand up to my normal play. In fairness, I think good gloves should be more durable.
Recommendation: High quality glove for a premium price. Better if you aren’t hard on gloves or don’t mind the price.
8) Srixon SRX Premium Golf Glove
- Good fit & feel
- Quality leather construction
- Excellent price
- Lacks durability
What we like:
- Great fit and tacky feel.
- Quality leather construction.
- Reasonable price.
What we don’t like:
- Not as durable as we’d like.
This version of the Srixon premium glove isn’t as good as the prior model. It tore at the wrist after a frustratingly small number of uses. To be fair, I play mostly in hot humid weather.
Recommendation: A solid glove for the price.
9) Callaway Opti-Color Golf Glove
- Cool color selection
- Quality stitching & construction
- Good feel
- Not the best fit
- Possible durability issues
The Callaway Opti-Color glove is brand new to our list and hasn’t been tested on the range or course yet.
What we like (so far):
- Good fit and construction.
- Cool color options.
- Reasonable price.
What we don’t like:
- Not the sturdiest material.
- Fit is a little loose.
- Not quite the traction we like.
We don’t have a ton to say about the Opti-Color gloves just yet. But, we have a decent idea where this review is going. We’ll report back once we get more experience with play in the elements.
Recommendation: Great looking glove. Might be the right choice for you if you aren’t super-picky about fit and feel.
5) Under Armour Iso-chill Golf Glove
- Good Durability & Sweat Protection
- Good Fit & Feel
I Do Not Understand The 4.2 out of 5 Amazon Rating! I LOVE this glove
I am very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the Under Armour Iso-Chill glove and how well it prevents my hands from sweating, or at least doesn’t get slick.
My experience with hybrid material gloves is not the best, to say the least.
I’ve hit hundreds of shots with the Iso-Chill and it still feels and looks great.
Most of the glove is made of cabretta leather, including the palm. It has a polyester material at the stretch points of the knuckles.
Recommendation: Great glove. I love it and will buy it again. At about $14, I say it’s at least worth a try for you.
5) Kirkland Signature Premium Cabretta Golf Glove
- Good fit & feel
- Great value
- Feel not as refined as top pics
- Loses shape
- No carrying case
Get these Kirkland gloves if you want the feel and performance of Cabretta leather gloves for less than crappy synthetic gloves cost.
There are 4 in a pack, which comes out to just over $8 bucks a pop.
No, they’re not the best Cabretta gloves out there, but they are plenty good.
I bought these gloves thinking they’d be decent for practice and maybe get a few rounds out of them. Let me tell you, I was very happily surprised.
They fit well. They’re made of good Cabretta (guess that’s a real word) leather. And, they’re durable.
This is an especially good deal if you follow my “switch your gloves out after every shot” policy mentioned below in my “glove care” section.
Recommendation: These gloves should be part of your arsenal to combat hot weather and sweaty hands. Especially if you like to practice.
FAQs
How do I pick the golf gloves for me?
The best golf glove for you will depend on a few things
- Personal preference
- How sweaty do your hands get– You may be able to get away with a non-cabretta leather glove (cheaper). I can’t.
- Budget– Premium cabretta leather gloves can top $30. And, if your hands sweat a lot, you are going to need 2 or 3 gloves to switch out during a round. It can add up. Fear not, there are always sales so you can stock up
- How often do you play and/or practice
- Weather conditions in which you normally play
Personal preference: I have friends who can’t stand the feeling of the seem of the gloves against their skin, especially their thumb. Annoys me too, sometimes, but not enough to not wear a glove.
I also have friends that wear gloves that don’t exactly fit them well and they have no issues. Or, at least don’t complain about it. Not I.
I can NOT STAND an ill-fitting glove. It’s like an itch I can’t scratch. I can’t get comfortable with my grip on the club and everything gets worse from there. So, I get good cabretta leather gloves and take care of them.
Sweaty hands: My hands likely sweat more than most. So, I’ve found that Cabretta leather gloves best serve me. Both from a feel and longevity standpoint. I’ve tried synthetic gloves on many occasions and found they lose their form quickly and/or simply tear and become unusable.
Budget: Premium Cabretta leather gloves top $30. If you play a lot AND have sweaty hands, the bill can start to add up. (Especially considering you should be rotating gloves) I almost never pay top dollar for my gloves. I’m forever on the search for deals and then I stock up.
How often do you play and/or practice?: Simple. The more you do of ether, the more gloves you will need.
Conditions you normally play in: Hot and humid weather requires better gloves and more of them, in my experience.
Check out a few manufacturers and glove types. You can afford to test gloves. Even expensive ones aren’t that expensive.
How do you make your gloves last? My best tips for golf glove preservation
During your round
- Bring 2-3 gloves. I’m always rotating 3. I can get away with 2 in cool-to-cold weather.
- Don’t put your glove on until you are about to hit. More time away from your skin is better.
- Take it off immediately after you hit. See above
- Switch gloves between every shot. I try not to let too much sweat build up in/on the glove.
- Hang gloves on the frame of the golf cart when riding. Let the air and wind dry them between uses. Hang on your golf bag if you are walking.
During practice
- I use gloves dedicated to practice, alone.
- Again, bring 2-3 gloves. I don’t switch after every shot when I practice because this would REALLY drag out my practice.
- I use one glove until my grip starts to slip a little.
- I then hang it up on one of my alignment sticks in my bag and grab another glove.
- Do this with 3 gloves and you’ll have a pretty decent system for always having a mostly dry and tacky glove to use.
Golf Glove Maintenance
Yes, there is such a thing for we of the sweaty hand.
If my gloves get particularly soaked with sweat during a round or practice session I will rinse them thoroughly under water in an attempt to get as much of the salt from my sweat and oils from my skin out of them.
I dry them as best I can by compressing them between a towel, then I make sure the glove is spread out (not crumpled) and laid out to dry. This has worked very well for me over the years and I encourage you to do the same.
The Verdict
Our #1 recommendation for the best golf glove is the Callaway Tour Authentic.
Our #1 recommendation for hot weather and sweaty hands is the Footjoy TropiCool.
As always with our lists: We don’t believe you can go wrong with any of the choices presented here. Golf gloves are cheap enough for you to try any and all of them and see which you prefer.
Thanks for checking out our reviews of the best golf gloves in 2024
I hope whichever one(s) you choose works as well for you as they all did for me.
- Excellent Fit & Feel
- Best Durability
- Premium Quality Soft Cabretta Leather
- Great Value
- Too awesome
