Golfers who have everything still have one problem in December: they can't play. The best gifts let them keep practising at home over the winter, or make next season easier. Every idea below comes from our launch monitor, home simulator and caddy guides. Some links are affiliate links.
The short version: under $100, a putting mat or a hitting net. For a serious golfer, a portable launch monitor like the Garmin Approach R10 or Rapsodo MLM2PRO turns any net into a practice range. For the golfer who walks the course, an electric caddy is the luxury gift.
Garmin Approach R10
A portable launch monitor that measures ball speed, launch and carry and shows it on a phone. With a simple net it turns a garage or garden into a winter practice range, and it fits in the golf bag for the range in spring.
Check today's price →Quick comparison
| Product | Best for | Key detail | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garmin Approach R10 | Practice at home or at the range | Portable launch monitor, phone app | about $600 |
| Rapsodo MLM2PRO | Golfers who want camera swing video | Launch monitor with cameras | about $550 to $700 |
| Voice Caddie SC4 Pro | Lower budget launch monitor | Compact, shows numbers on screen | about $500 |
| GoSports 10 ft x 7 ft golf net | Hitting into a net at home | Portable frame | Lower price class |
| MGI Zip X5 | The luxury gift | Electric caddy | See current price |
9 gift ideas for golfers
Garmin Approach R10Best overall gift
Portable, popular and easy to set up behind the ball. Pair it with a net for winter practice.
Check price & availability →Rapsodo MLM2PRO
A launch monitor with built-in cameras that records swing video next to the shot data.
Check price & availability →Voice Caddie SC4 Pro
A compact unit with a built-in display, so the numbers are visible without a phone.
Check price & availability →FlightScope Mevo Gen2Best big gift
A step up in launch monitor data for golfers who plan a full home simulator.
Check price & availability →GoSports 10 ft x 7 ft golf practice net
A portable hitting net that sets up in a garage or garden. The first step towards a home practice setup.
Check price & availability →Callaway 8 ft putting matBest stocking-stuffer-size gift
Putting practice in the living room all winter, at a price that works for a secret Santa.
Check price & availability →Garmin Approach S72 golf watch
A golf GPS watch with distances to greens and hazards, plus everyday smartwatch features.
Check price & availability →MGI Zip X5 electric caddy
An electric push cart that carries the bag, a luxury gift for golfers who prefer walking to riding.
Check price & availability →Motocaddy M7 GPS Remote
A remote-control electric caddy with built-in GPS, so the bag follows hands-free.
Check price & availability →Gift ideas by budget
Under $100: a putting mat or a portable hitting net.
$500 to $700: Voice Caddie SC4 Pro, Garmin Approach R10, Rapsodo MLM2PRO.
Big gifts: FlightScope Mevo Gen2, an electric caddy.
Before you buy a launch monitor as a gift
Check where they'll use it (indoors needs space; see our room size guide) and whether simulator software costs extra (see subscription costs). A net is the cheapest way to make a launch monitor useful at home.
Frequently asked questions
What do you buy a golfer who has everything?
Something for winter practice: a launch monitor such as the Garmin Approach R10, a hitting net, or a putting mat.
Is a launch monitor a good gift?
Yes, for golfers who practise regularly. Check space at home and whether the software they want needs a subscription.
What is a good cheap gift for a golfer?
A putting mat or a portable hitting net.
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