After golf clubs and balls, a golf bag is the most essential piece of equipment. Here are nine options you should consider.
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After golf balls and clubs, a carry-all golf bag is the next most essential item for golfers, but choosing the right one is important.
And if you’re shopping for someone else, the first question you need to figure out is whether they’re a rider or a walker. Are they a minimalist, looking only for a boat to hold their clubs and nothing more? Or are they maximalists, who want every bell and whistle from a speaker to a phone charger.
At GOLF.com and GOLF Magazine, we see it all. The good stuff you want is on our website and in the pages of our magazine, hand-picked by our golf-loving experts who have made our number our best estimate of what exactly you (the reader! ) you want. This holiday season, our staff put their heads together to come up with gift ideas to throw away, both from our sister site Fairway Jockey and from other brands across the U.S. The result? Must-have items every golfer would love – and just in time for the shopping season.
Check out our picks below for the best golf bags to gift your favorite golf lover from Jones Sports Co., Ping, Sun Mountain, Vessel and more.
The best golf bags to gift to your favorite golf lover
Keep scrolling for our picks of the best golf bags you should buy.
Jones Sports Co. Rover Stand Bag
Jones Sports Co. Rover Stand Bag – Cement/Cobalt Blue
$205
A new standard. Stand Rover bag. This is not just a bag; is the culmination of over 50 years of dedication and innovation. Designed from the ground up, the Rover Stand bag is everything the competitive golfer needs and nothing they don’t have. The new dual performance shoulder strap system is designed for optimal balance and comfort. From its custom flex bottom mold that adapts to any terrain, to the slip-resistant support legs and full-length leg spacers, every detail has been carefully engineered. Use the pull pocket for quick retrieval needs, while the utility valuables sleeve is perfect for keys, wallet and phone. The Rover Stand bag is an extension of the player’s dedication to the game. Experience authenticity and perfection with our newest innovation.
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in wrote about this golf bag earlier this year when it launched and we still can’t stop talking about it. Jones has taken their popular Rover dual strap bag and added a stand to better meet the needs of the walking golfer. While the Rover Stand doesn’t have the biggest storage pockets, it’s hard not to find a place to stash something in the five options. You also won’t complain about the carrying weight of just 4.2 pounds. This model comes in a wide range of two-tone colors.
MNML MV2 Golf Rear
MNML MV2 Golf Rear
$299
FEATURES 5 lbs (standard for carrying/carrying bags) Lightweight microsuede interior stay mechanism 4-way dividers (full 2-way) Magnetic pocket closure Thermal pocket (up to 5 16oz bottles or 6 12 cans oz) Pocket and new film for measuring the radius pocket TECH KIT Solar Power-bank for iPhone or Bluetooth Speaker 100% i waterproof android phone with a battery life of 8 hours.
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This is for your friend who wants all the latest technology and gadgets. This golf bag not only features a solar powered phone charger, but also a 100% waterproof Bluetooth speaker, all inside a carrying case that weighs just 5 pounds. With a lightweight microsuede material, this bag will look luxurious on the course to add to its function. If you get thirsty, one of the pockets is also insulated, capable of holding an entire 12-ounce pack of cans and ice!
Ping 2025 Hoofer Lite Carrying Bag
PING 2025 Hoofer Carrying Bag
$275
Generations have relied on this lightweight workhorse for its ease of use and practical attributes. Available in new colors and patterns, it offers 16 pockets and padded, convertible shoulder straps. The reconfigured bottom improves club removal by directing the clubs into the correct segment and keeping the clubs separated during carry. A slimmer, stacked pocket configuration allows easier access to golf essentials.
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The Ping Hoofer has long been the gold standard of backpacking and the 2025 version is no exception. Somehow, Ping managed to fit 16 different pockets into a bag that weighs just 5.5 pounds. Most of your friends probably have a Ping Hoofer that has stood the test of time, so if you get one now, you’ll probably be using it for at least the next half decade or more. Not to mention the strap system is one of the best in the business, seamlessly allowing single or dual strap use.
LOMA XL Sunday Golf
Sunday Golf LOMA XL BAG | Heather Grey
$169.99
“To love you. Great color combination and perfect for the range or a quick chip round and putt..” – Jay, United States 5.0 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Product Details – The premium Loma XL has arrived! – The big brother of our Loma bag. – Weighing only 3.4 pounds, you’ll never pack them in a cart-only sign again – We expanded the Loma model to accommodate several more clubs and add a double padded strap. – With a cooler pocket for your drink and a velor-lined pocket for your valuables, the XL is the minimalist gamer’s dream bag. Double strap feature to enjoy the walk 3-way top divider to fit up to 8 sticks Insulated freezer pocket to keep your drinks cold Velor lined pocket to store your valuables System of full-length Dualflex stance
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If you’re looking for a Sunday bag, it’s probably best to start with a company called Sunday Golf. The Loma XL Sunday is the perfect companion for those late afternoon rounds in the sun with just a few clubs, a few tees and a ball. At only 3.4 kilograms, this bag will never weigh you down, and the support also helps you move faster, as you won’t have to bend down to grab your bag.
Jones Sports Co. Series of players
Jones Sports Co. Player Series #003 – Navy
$190
Simplify and golf. The Players Series bag embodies the Jones motto by naturally appealing to those who prefer to experience the course on foot. With minimal and understated aesthetics, it provides you with everything you need in a golf bag and nothing you don’t. Three pockets provide enough space for enough necessities to keep you covered for a round or two, while the mesh drink sleeve keeps all your supplies safely within reach. Elevate your style by simplifying your bag with the Jones Players Series.
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If you’re looking for a minimalist bag that will look as natural as Rory McIlroy’s golf swing, look no further than the Jones Player Series. A belt, a divider, three pockets and a mesh sleeve is all you need. It’s also the easiest bag to store thanks to the missing stand.
Sun Mountain 4-Way Medium Strap Trolley Bag
Sun Mountain 4-Way Medium Strap Trolley Bag
$319.99
With the success of our patent pending Mid-Stripe bag, we decided to expand our Mid-Stripe styles to include a 4-way trolley bag. Mid-Stripe is a vinyl golf bag made with care and modern style. We combined the tradition of vinyl with the features that Mountain of the Sun is known for, such as a 10.5-inch bag with a built-in handle; a molded bottom designed to fit over our push carts; and ample pockets, including two velor-lined valuables pockets.
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This writer, admittedly, never uses a wheelchair if he has a choice, but if he had to – or more likely go in a pushchair full-time — he’d use a Sun Mountain mid-strap stroller bag. With a beautiful vinyl design that comes in a wide range of colors, this bag is sure to turn heads on the course. With a wide 10.5-inch top and only four dividers, you shouldn’t have any trouble getting sticks in or out, and eight pockets should be able to store just about anything you need. Add a personal touch with your initials laser engraved on a metal plate attached to the bag.
Player Ship V Stand
Player Ship V Stand
$429 (Save 20% with code)
From the hidden valuables pocket to the beverage compartments, every pocket of the Player V has been carefully designed and placed to improve organization, accessibility and comfort on the course.
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This is a great bag for those who like to walk or ride equally, as a sturdy construction will protect it from damage from bumps in the carriage road and the strap system makes it easy to carry. Ten pockets give you plenty of storage options and the carbon fiber legs on the stand system make them impossible to bend.
Sew SL2 Gen2
Sew SL2 Gen2
398 dollars
The SL2 GEN 2 features a magnetic ball pocket that holds up to 12 golf balls, plus a felt-lined pocket for your valuables. Pockets include strong YKK zippers built for extreme durability.
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For those who want a sleek look, attitude and an easy-to-carry bag, go with the Stitch SL2. The 8″ x 10″ top makes it big enough so your clubs don’t get snagged, but small enough that carrying the SL2 feels like a Sunday bag. Vinyl construction is also designed to take a beating, making it a great choice for the traveling golfer.
