The 10 Best Golf Shoes For Men
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Ten spiked and spikeless men's golf shoes compared on grip, waterproofing and walking comfort. The Adidas Tour360 24 leads for wet, hilly courses. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
A waterproof golf shoe comes with a written warranty, usually one or two years, while pairs sold as water-resistant or water-repellent promise nothing and can let dew through by the back nine. Spikes still hold best on wet slopes, and spikeless pairs walk better on paths. This list serves men shopping anywhere from bargain sneakers to leather classics.
At a Glance
Editor's Notes
October 23, 2026, by Ezvid Wiki Editors:
The Adidas Tour360 24 is the new pick for most golfers. It pairs seven replaceable cleats with waterproof leather, and an independent golf site that walks full rounds in its shoes trusts its grip on wet, hilly ground as much as any shoe it covers.
Every shoe on the old list was a model from several seasons back, and most have been replaced. The Adidas Tech Response 3.0, Skechers Elite 6 Slip-ins and Puma Fusion Grip 6 are the current versions of lines we listed before. The FootJoy Traditions Blucher, Callaway Solana TRX V3 and New Balance 997G are new, and the Ecco Biom G3 BOA moved to the special honors as ECCO Golf because we couldn't find it for sale.
The evidence here is unusual for a shoe list: written waterproof warranties, which separate truly waterproof pairs from water-repellent ones, plus golf sites that played rounds in them, and owner notes on sizing, which shifts a lot from brand to brand. Check the size advice before you order.
Earlier notes
June 10, 2020, by Daniel Imperiale:
Nothing can spoil a day on the fairways as much as uncomfortable shoes. A few of the offerings on our previous list were getting a bit long in the tooth, like the Dawgs, which were a Crocs ripoff anyway, and had the potential to be somewhat shameful to wear in competition of any kind. We also sent off the Woodworm Surge V3, which didn't have the kind of durability they needed to remain in consideration.
It was a bit of a surprise that we hadn't included anything from FootJoy given their respected place among players, so we brought on a pair of pairs in the FootJoy Icon Black and the FootJoy Tour-S. The Icons bear all the style of shoes you might have seen on Bagger Vance, but hide some modern touches that make them far more comfortable than his shoes probably were, including top-notch waterproofing and memory foam in the tongue and collars. And the Tour-S take that modernization a step further, incorporating the BOA lacing system you'll also find on the Ecco Biom G3 Boa, which allows you to pull steel cable through a ratchet instead of traditional tied laces, providing shooters with a nuanced fit that sacrifices less power throughout the swing and should provide more accuracy, as well. That way, those expensive clubs won't go to waste.
Special Honors
FootJoy HyperFlex FootJoy's HyperFlex is a top-tier spiked shoe with a knit upper, a locked-in heel and a two-year waterproof warranty, and one major golf review site names it the best overall shoe it covers. We left it off the main list because we couldn't find the current version reliably in stock. It's worth a look at a golf shop. footjoy.com
ECCO Golf ECCO makes leather golf shoes with waterproof membranes and some of the longest waterproof warranties in the sport. The Biom G3 BOA that used to sit on this list is no longer sold new, but ECCO's current golf range carries on the same idea and is easiest to buy from the maker or a golf shop. ecco.com
G/Fore G/Fore is a golf fashion brand known for spikeless shoes with bold colors and dressy leather options. They cost more than most pairs on this list, and the brand sells mainly through its own stores and site, but they suit golfers who want shoes that stand out. gfore.com
Spikes Or Spikeless
Cleated shoes have the opposite problem off the grass, where hard plastic turns slick on tile and pavement.
Spiked shoes use small plastic cleats that screw into the sole. They grip best on wet grass and steep lies, which is why Independent Golf Reviews steers golfers on hilly or soggy courses toward them. Metal spikes are banned at most courses now, so modern cleats are soft plastic or rubber. Cleat makers such as Softspikes sell replacements by fitting type, and the Callaway Solana TRX V3 and New Balance 997G both use the twist-in Fast Twist 3.0 fitting.
Spikeless shoes have molded rubber lugs instead. They walk better on cart paths and clubhouse floors, they double as everyday sneakers, and there's nothing to replace. The trade-off is grip: on dry, flat courses you won't notice, but on a dewy slope a spikeless sole can slide where cleats would hold. Cleated shoes have the opposite problem off the grass, where hard plastic turns slick on tile and pavement.
Waterproof Means A Warranty
The word to look for is waterproof, backed by a written promise. FootJoy guarantees the Traditions Blucher and FJ Fuel stay waterproof for one year in normal use, and its pricier Premiere Series and HyperFlex lines carry two years (FootJoy). Golfers Authority lists a two-year waterproof warranty on the Callaway Solana TRX V3, a long promise for a midpriced pair.
Water-resistant and water-repellent shoes carry no such promise. The Skechers Max Fairway 4 has a coating that sheds light dew, and the Adidas Tech Response 3.0 and Puma Fusion Grip 6 aren't waterproof at all. That's fine for dry afternoons, but early tee times in wet grass soak through. After a wet round, stuff the shoes with paper and let them dry at room temperature; a heater or radiator can crack leather and loosen glue.
Fit, Width And Comfort For Walking
A full round on foot covers several miles, so fit matters as much as grip. Your heel should sit snug with no lift as you swing, and your toes need room to spread. Try shoes on late in the day, when feet are largest, wearing the socks you play in. Sizing shifts by brand: owners often find the Adidas Tour360 25 Spikeless and Skechers Elite 6 Slip-ins run small, while the Skechers Max Fairway 4 fits true.
Wide feet have more choices than they used to. FootJoy offers more widths than most brands, and Golfers Authority notes the Adidas Tech Response 3.0 comes in wide sizes. If you walk rather than ride, favor a light, cushioned spikeless pair on flat courses and a spiked pair with a stable base on hilly ones. Leather dress styles such as the FootJoy Traditions Blucher take a little longer to feel broken in than sneaker-style pairs.
How we researched this
We compared 20 men's golf shoes from nine brands, read each finalist's maker details on cleats, uppers and waterproof warranties, drew on three golf review sites that played rounds in the shoes, studied owner feedback for sizing and wear patterns, and checked every brand against U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall records, which list no golf-shoe recalls.
Frequently asked questions
Are spiked or spikeless golf shoes better?
Spiked shoes grip better on wet grass and hills. Spikeless shoes walk better on paths, work as everyday sneakers and are fine on dry, flat courses. Many golfers keep one pair of each.
How long do waterproof golf shoes stay waterproof?
Check the warranty: most run one or two years. FootJoy gives one year on the Traditions Blucher and FJ Fuel, and Callaway gives two on the Solana TRX V3. Shoes sold as water-resistant carry no promise at all.
What are the best golf shoes for walking 18 holes?
A light, cushioned spikeless pair suits flat courses, such as the Skechers Max Fairway 4 or Adidas Tour360 25 Spikeless. On hilly or wet courses, a stable spiked shoe like the Adidas Tour360 24 keeps you steadier.
Should golf shoes fit tight or loose?
Snug at the heel with room to move your toes. Try them on late in the day with golf socks, and check each brand's size advice, since some Adidas and Skechers models run small.
When should I replace golf cleats?
When they're worn flat or you start to slip. Buy plastic cleats that match your shoe's fitting system; most courses ban metal spikes.
How do I dry wet golf shoes?
Pull out the insoles, stuff the shoes with paper and let them dry at room temperature. Direct heat can crack leather and weaken glue.
