FootJoy HyperFlex 2025 Golf Shoe Review: Lots going on (in a good way)

Looks and feel

It likely won't surprise you to hear this, but the FootJoy HyperFlex is, and always has been, a distinctly course-focused shoe. This is the kind of golf shoe made entirely and only for a life on the links—one you put on once you get to the course, and one you change out of when your round is done.

That's not to say that the HyperFlex isn't a good looking shoe. Sleek and sporty, it has a distinctly runner-like silhouette with lots of visible tech on display. However the spiked outsole and the aggressiveness of the Softspikes Pulsar LP cleats simply wouldn't make this practical to wear day-to-day.

That being said, we've come to appreciate the profile of the HyperFlex for what it is: a sporty, good looking shoe with timeless appeal if FootJoy's more classic golf shoes are a little old hat for your tastes. It does, however, have a lot going on, from the ridged midsole to the plastic inserts that hug the mid-foot and generate lockdown.

All of this pays off, however, when you step into the shoe. In terms of all-round comfort, the HyperFlex remains second to none, with the midsole foam, upgraded inner soles and the flexible outsole working in tandem to provide maximum cushioning and minimise fatigue. 

The feel underfoot is locked in on the tee and responsive on the greens, which is not something we say about all spiked golf shoes.

Technology and features

All this comfort comes down to the list of tech on offer in the new HyperFlex, which quite frankly reads more like something out of a new car than a golf shoe. The upper is now woven out of a waterproof ControlKNIT fibre which provides a sock-like feel and outstanding comfort, while being easy to wipe off clean after a muddy round. This combines with the TruFIT system engineered around the heel to provide fantastic lockdown.

The StratoFOAM underfoot is tuned further to provide the responsive cushioning modern golfers want when swinging their hardest, complemented by a PowerPlate that enhances energy transfer through your feet to aid ball speed.

Traction, meanwhile, comes by way of SoftSpikes' much-acclaimed Pulsar LP cleats, which are easily replaceable and, thanks to their lower profile, aid feedback on the greens without sacrificing too much traction.

Performance

As far as on-course performance goes, it's hard to think of many shoes that top the HyperFlex as an all-round package.

The latest version builds on the platform laid down by its predecessors, providing even more comfort for round after round. The knitted material hugs your foot just so, while the upgraded midsole foam is fantastically comfortable without losing the sense of responsiveness you want when swinging hard.

But it's in the locked-down feeling, combined with the grip and stability provided by the underfoot PowerPlate, where the HyperFlex really shines. This is one of the few shoes out there that works to make you a better golfer. You feel the PowerPlate providing a strong base and maximising energy transfer through your swing, and plenty of golfers have attested to it helping improve their ball speeds.

Should you buy the FootJoy HyperFlex?

If you've spent most of your golfing life playing different types of golf shoes and have been wondering what a truly performance-oriented golf shoe might do for your game, the FootJoy HyperFlex is as good a place to start as any.

At £170, it represents a sizeable outlay for a shoe you can really only wear on the course. But it'll likely last longer as a result, and will well and truly provide a strong ROI if you want a shoe that feels fitted to you and your game going forward. 

Verdict

There's a reason it remains popular on tour, and likely will for years to come. As a pure performance package, engineered to help every golfer get the most out of their game from the ground up, the HyperFlex is as good a shoe as they come.

It's not a shoe for everyone, particularly in a world where more and more golfers are opting for shoes with either a retro feel or more off-course wearability. But if performance is all you care about and you want the most advanced tech available in a fairly neutral package, the FootJoy HyperFlex will prove a worthwhile investment.