The best golf grips of 2025 will help you grip it and rip it

Golf grips can be a part of our equipment that is often overlooked. However, the humble golf grip is your connection to the rest of your club, and provides sensory feedback on every single shot you make.

It is no surprise then that club manufacturers look to partner with some of the industry’s leading makers of grips, including Golf Pride, Lamkin, SuperStroke, , and more, to ensure the hard work of their design team isn’t let down by a grip that cheapens the overall package. 

Many of the best golf drivers and best irons on the market today already come fitted with the best golf grips in the game, all of which feature in this guide.

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But what happens when your grips start to wear out? And when will that be exactly?

Fear not, as we have got you covered in our ultimate golf grip guide. 

Check out our full review of the best golf grips below, and scroll further down as we answer the most important questions. 

The best all-round golf grip

Golf Pride Multi-Compound

Price: £12.99

The Multi-Compound (MCC) has been one of Golf Pride's staple grips for over a decade, favoured by top PGA Tour players like Rory McIlroy.  Still the most popular hybrid grip on the market, it combines cord and rubber, offering great traction and a range of colour options. Available in various sizes, including the Plus4, which adds width under the lower hand.

The MCC is a firm favourite in the GolfMagic office for its long lasting grip, durability and stylish design.

While the firmer feel might not suit everyone, the bottom half is slightly cushier without sacrificing the feel and feedback that that better golfers appreciate. For our money, it's perhaps the most balanced and versatile grip out there.

The best multi-compound golf grips

Golf Pride MCC Align

Price: £14.49

The Align version of the MCC is similar to the standard but includes a red alignment aid down the back, helping ensure your hands are positioned correctly on the grip.

The raised aid gives a tactile reminder for finger positioning, ensuring that every time you grip the club your fingers are in the correct place.

While we do love these grips, there are a couple of things to consider before springing for the align version. If installed incorrectly you will consistently have your hands in the wrong place, so be sure to go to an experienced pro if you want to make the chance.

The reminder can also feel odd on shorter clubs when adjusting the clubface, like in bunker shots. Overall, however, it's an excellent grip choice and popular among Tour pros this season.

Lamkin ST +2 Hybrid

Price: £19.99

Lamkin's answer to the Golf Pride MCC, this dual-compound grip follows largely the same formula as its main rival. The hybrid infused cord upper half is nice and firm for feedback and traction throughout the swing, while the bottom half is made from Lamkin's 'Smooth Tack' ST Genesis material to give a soft tactile feel and lots of comfort. The reduced-taper profile towards the bottom hand also reduces grip tension, making for effortless power throughout the swing.

RipIt Flower of Life

Price: £14.49

Upstart grip company RipIt are making some of the coolest-looking golf grips out there, but there's plenty of substance to match the style. Their flower of life model is a funky spin on the tried-and-true dual-compound formula, with a rubber/cord top half and a softer compound in the lower for added tack and comfort. The bottom half also gently tapers towards the lower hand for a more natural feel when hitting finesse shots.

The best cushioned golf grips for comfort

Lamkin Sonar+

Price: £19.99

The Sonar+ is a very impressive grip. It has a comfortable feel and an alignment-friendly design packed with advanced technology. That added tech does make it a bit pricier than others, which might deter some from regripping their entire set, however the advanced Genesis material more than makes up for it with its soft feel and tacky sensation.

Featuring Lamkin’s 'push-pull technology and torsion control, it provides great sensory feedback and keeps hands steady in most conditions while remaining resistant to UV and abrasion. However, the compound can become slightly slippery when very wet—a minor consideration for those who often play in rain or humidity.

The best rubber golf grips

IOMIC Sticky 2.3

Price: £14.99

Japanese brand IOMIC is a bit of an 'if you know, you know' entity in the world of golf grips, steadily earning themselves a reputation for making grips that are supremely soft, tacky and comfortable. Developed in the asian market but resized to fit western demand, the 2.3 has a slightly rectangular shape, standing up against traditional circular designs and providing and even more ergonomic feel.

While overall these grips really impressed us, due to their softness they are slightly less durable than other grips on this list. Even so, they're well worth checking out if you're curious about trying an entirely new brand.

Golf Pride CPX

Price: £10.99

A superb grip with a soft feel and comfortable mix of textures. The design incorporates alignment, with a flatter top surface contrasting against the EXO diamond-quilted pattern on the side.

One minor drawback is that the light grey colour may discolour, especially with a dirty glove. Available at various outlets for just £10.99 the CPX offers excellent value for money, as well as premium performance in a beautiful design. 

SuperStroke S-Tech Club Grip

Price: £10.49

Although SuperStroke is best known for its putter grips, it has successfully expanded into full-swing grips, with early adopters like Jordan Spieth and Sergio Garcia both opting to use the S Tech grips throughout their sets.

Featuring a unique ‘Cross Traction’ design, these grips offer a feel and design that delivers a lovely tacky feel in hand.

Coming in at just a touch over £10 they also present an attractive option for golfers who like to regrip their clubs more frequently. 

Golf Pride Tour Velvet

Price: £6.99

The Tour Velvet, famously favored by Tiger Woods, sets the standard for golf grips with its simplicity and reliable feel.

Known for its comfortable texture and durable design, Golf Pride has refined this grip to last longer than earlier models. While it may get slightly shiny if not cleaned occasionally, it should hold up well for a couple of years, even with frequent play.

When it’s time to replace, re gripping your entire set is budget-friendly, usually under £100. For those wanting extra features, Golf Pride also offers the Tour Velvet 360, Align and Plus4 versions with added tech for improved grip and control.

The best cord golf grips

Golf Pride ZGRIP Cord

Price: £13.99

Touted as the ultimate in firmness and feel, Golf Pride's ZGRIP cord is undoubtedly one for the purists, but if you prefer the added texture and moisture management that comes with a fully cord grip, these will be right up your alley. The extra-deep ZGRIP pattern adds a ton of texture and traction in the hands, with gull cotton cord and ultra-firm rubber throughout the grip encouraging more feel throughout your swing.

Apart from the cord itself, these grips don’t have much additional tech, so we didn’t test each brand’s version, though most manufacturers offer a standard full cord model.

The Importance of Quality Golf Grips

Golf grips are one of the most overlooked yet essential components of a golfer’s equipment. As the only point of contact between the player and the club, a high-quality grip significantly impacts comfort, control, and performance. The right grip can enhance consistency, improve shot accuracy, and even prevent injuries.

One of the key reasons quality golf grips are important is that they provide optimal traction and stability. A worn-out or low-quality grip can cause the club to slip in your hands, leading to inconsistent shots and reduced control. Premium grips from brands like Golf Pride, Lamkin, and Winn offer advanced materials that improve grip security, even in wet or humid conditions.

Comfort is another crucial factor. Different grips come in a variety of textures, sizes, and firmness levels to suit individual preferences. Players with arthritis or hand fatigue can benefit from softer, larger grips that reduce tension and strain, while those looking for precise control might prefer firmer, thinner options.

Additionally, good grips enhance feel and feedback, helping golfers develop a more consistent swing. They also contribute to durability, as higher-quality materials last longer and maintain their performance over time, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

How do I know what golf grip size is right for me?

Much of this will be down to personal preference, however, industry leaders Golf Pride suggest that the majority of golfers will fit into one of two sizes, standard and midsize.

This will cover more than 75% of all of those playing the sport.

Outside of these, golfers who wear a small glove may want to check out undersized or junior grips, and those wearing a men’s XL or 2XL glove might want to consider a jumbo grip. 

How often should I change my golf grips?

This will be a largely personal choice based on a myriad of factor.

As a rough rule of thumb, golfers that play once a week or so would likely benefit from refreshing their grips at the start or end of each season – ensuring their clubs feel like new for the months ahead.

However, many factors, including; grip pressure, perspiration, how often they’re cleaned, the climate, and even the makeup of the grips themselves can affect this. 

The honest answer is that you will likely know when your grips need changing, most likely because they’ve begun to go shiny and slippy in your hands! 

Can I change my own golf grips?

Yes, absolutely. 

The easiest way is with grip solvent (or white spirit), and double-sided masking tape. 

• Remove the old grip with a hook knife, making sure to pull the blade away from your body.
• Next, strip off the old tape from underneath.
• As a note, many manufacturers use a single thin layer of tape on new clubs which is fine to tape over, provided that it is still smooth enough.
• Measure your tape against the grip of the club, making sure to leave a small amount at the butt end that can be folded inside the end of the shaft. This will help as you put the new grip on, and also prevent anything getting down the shaft of your club.
• Consider whether you’d like to add multiple layers of tape to add thickness, but remember this can also be achieved by purchasing a midsize (or larger) grip.
• Once the shaft has been taped, fill your new grip with solvent – being sure to cover the hole in the bottom end.
• Swirl the liquid around the grip, and then release the liquid over the masking tape.
• Finally, use your thumb and forefinger to slide the new grip over the butt end of the shaft in one quick movement.
• Although you should aim to align your grips as you slide them on, the solvent will take a minute or two to begin sticking the new grip to the tape, allowing you to reposition your grip if needed. 

Whilst all PGA Professionals will be able to change these for you, changing grips at home is simple to do. 

But if you don't fancy it, definitely let a PGA pro do it for you so it's done perfectly. 

How expensive are golf grips?

Most golf club grips range from around £5 to £15 each, dependent on make, model and quantity purchased.

Be cautious of grips online that are cheaper than this, as these are one of the most counterfeited pieces of golf equipment – with a tell-tale sign often being the pricepoint!

Does it matter if my golf grips are different throughout my set?

Not hugely, although where possible we’d recommend trying to have consistency throughout the set.

The most important thing is to ensure that the grips are at least the same size.

This will ensure that no additional amendments are needed to your swing to accommodate the different grip sizes! 

How does grip size impact ball flight?

This is an extremely subjective topic, however, as a general rule, the thinner the grip, the easier to rotate the face – and thus easier to encourage a draw.

A thicker grip will limit the usage of the hands and fingers in the shot and can keep the face squarer – ideal for those who may struggle with a hook, but not as beneficial for those fearing a slice!

One benefit of thicker grips though, can be the strain it removes from the forearms and elbows, often being used by those who suffer from arthritis or tennis/golfers elbow.

If this is something that you’ve suffered with, try out a thicker grip to see if this alleviates some of the pain.

So, with all that said, which grips should I use?

As you can see from our latest test above, GolfMagic tested 11 of the leading grips on the market to try and give you a broad range of options.

It is worth noting that many of the manufacturers will offer grips which are relatively similar (for example a standard full-corded grip), and so we’ve tried to find grips here that have some points of difference.

How did we test?

Here's how we test golf products at GolfMagic. 

Our Freelance Tester James Somerside, a very capable 3-handicap golfer, was on hand to test the products in our latest test. 

We gripped up a full set of clubs with the different models (and subsequently removed all 11!), and took the clubs to a grass driving range for a full work out.

We also soaked the grips and our hands to see how they performed in the wet.

One of the main things that many look for with a grip is the longevity, and whilst we obviously weren’t able to test this within the initial review, we’ve added commentary to certain models based on past experience.

We fitted all of the grips ourselves, with grip solvent and double-sided tape, and didn’t have any issue in doing so – even without full access to a workbench and vice. 

Lastly, golf grips can vary greatly in price, particularly when buying in bulk for a full set.

We added a general ‘over or under £10’ for a single grip though, to give you a rough estimate on price. 

How should you grip a golf club?

Here's how we recommend you go about gripping the golf club. 

If you're a golf beginner, or just want some quick-fire tips on how to grip the golf club, check out this video below.