2021 Premium Glove Buyer’s Guide

Do you know the difference between a premium golf glove and a performance golf glove? No? Well, you’re not alone.

A premium golf glove is constructed out of one piece of leather, normally cabretta or AAA cabretta. It’s basically the softest leather on the market.

A performance glove is normally constructed of two or more materials like cabretta and synthetic leather with some Lycra added for better flexibility. Performance gloves tend to be more durable.

This year, evaluating the premium glove category was harder than ever. There were 35 different gloves tested and the majority had upped their game. It was a real battle for top spot.

Which premium glove is right for you? That’s where we come in. We are here to help you, the consumer, make the best decision possible when buying your next golf glove or golf shoes.

Whether you’re looking to buy a glove today, looking for some buying advice or just want a closer look at what’s on the market right now, this guide will help you find the right premium glove to fit your needs—and your hand.

WINNER – PXG Players

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If you want a glove that gives you that soft feel and a better connection between hand and grip, go for the PXG Players. Its outstanding overall performance made it our top pick. This premium glove edged out some tough competition with its dominance across multiple key metrics, making it the undisputed winner of the 2021 Most Wanted Premium Glove Test.

1st in fit 1st in comfort 1st in feel 2nd in grip

Other Notable Performers

COBRA Pur Tour: A newcomer to the Most Wanted Premium Glove test, the COBRA Pur Tour is one to consider. Its consistent stitching allows the glove to be comfortable with no areas that dig into your hand. The Pur Touch also has some of the softest leather in the test, making it feel like a direct connection between hand and grip.

Vice Pure: A veteran of the Most Wanted golf test, the Vice Pure does exactly what it says in the name. It provides good flexibility and fits well even though it’s not offered in cadet sizes.

Asher Utility Collection Stinger: The Asher Utility Stinger has one of the best cuts in golf. Its perfect sizing makes a difference when it comes to no excess material or finger twisting. Match that with soft leather and you have a great premium glove.

FootJoy Pure Touch: No stranger to making good consistent gloves, the FootJoy Pure Touch feels like a second skin. It ranked well for comfort and feel so, if those are your main priorities, look no further.

Features That Matter

Comfort

There are two schools of thought and both are preference-based. Some like thinner leather while others are happy to trade a bit of feel for the durability of a thicker leather. We test each glove to ensure there aren’t any poorly placed seams or excess material that can cause discomfort and decrease durability.

Those who are seeking the most comfortable glove should consider the PXG Players, Cuater Between The Lines, PING Tour, Titleist Players, FootJoy Pure Touch.

Fit

A properly fitting golf glove should be snug across the palm and fingers but not too restrictive when clenching your fist. There should a 1/4-inch gap left when you pull the Velcro tab for tightness. Be aware that some brands don’t monitor sizing quality control as carefully as others. For example, ideally, every glove labeled “large” would have the same measurements but that’s not always the case. Not only should you look for a glove that fits properly but serious golfers should gravitate to brands that offer consistent sizing quality control.

The best-fitting gloves for 2021 are the Cuater Between the Lines, PXG Players. The Asher Utility Collection Stinger is also excellent.

Grip

If you don’t wear a glove, why have you bothered to read this far? This guide isn’t for you. The reality is that the overwhelming majority of professionals wear a glove. Why? Gloves help maintain a consistent connection to the club. A glove that preserves that connection will help you feel confident in every swing, knowing you’re not going to lose control of the club.

For the best grip, consider the GFore Blossom. Other quality grip options are the PING Tour, COBRA Pur Tour and the Vice Pure.

More Tips

Sizing can vary significantly between manufacturers. Even if you know your correct size, if you’re thinking about changing to a new model, we recommend trying it on before buying. The quality of closures is not consistent across all brands. Look for gloves that secure tightly and stay tight. The performance of lower-quality Velcro-style closures will degrade over time. A glove that doesn’t stay secured is a useless glove. While style preferences will vary among golfers, finding the proper fit is an absolute necessity. A properly fitted glove offers maximum performance, comfort and durability. Golfers with wide palms and comparatively short fingers should consider cadet-sized gloves. Unfortunately, not all models are offered in cadet sizes. Thinner leather is great for feel but be aware that they will wear more quickly than gloves made of thicker material. If you’re a feel player and prefer thinner leather, you might be in for a bigger investment over time. The thinnest glove in this year’s test is the Titleist Players. It’s followed closely by the Srixon Premium. Quality control and consistent sizing come at a price. If you don’t mind that occasionally your glove will fit slightly different than the supposedly identical one you previously purchased, consider the Kirkland Signature. jQuery(document).ready(function($) { $('.mgs-block-slider-blocks').slick({ slidesToShow: 1, slidesToScroll: 1, arrows: false, dots: true, fade: true, }); }); jQuery(document).ready(function($) { var slides = $('#mgs_gallery_178368 .mgs-gallery-images .mgs-gallery-image').length; if ( slides 6 ) { slides = 6; } $('#mgs_gallery_178368 .mgs-gallery-images').slick({ slidesToShow: 1, slidesToScroll: 1, fade: true, prevArrow: '', nextArrow: '', asNavFor: '#mgs_gallery_178368 .mgs-gallery-thumbs', swipe: false, }); $('#mgs_gallery_178368 .mgs-gallery-thumbs').slick({ slidesToShow: (slides-1), //less than number of slides, so it always shows infinite scroll (bugfix) slidesToScroll: 1, arrows: false, asNavFor: '#mgs_gallery_178368 .mgs-gallery-images', centerMode: true, focusOnSelect: true, infinite: true, responsive: [ { breakpoint: 1023, settings: { slidesToShow: 3, } }, { breakpoint: 600, settings: { slidesToShow: 1, } }, ] }); $('#mgs_gallery_178368').magnificPopup({ delegate: '.mgs-gallery-trigger', type: 'image', gallery: { enabled:true, arrowMarkup: '', } }); });

The Best Premium Glove of 2021 – FAQ

Q: How much do I need to spend on a glove? 

A: We found great options in 2021 for golfers looking for value as well as those looking for performance. If you want outstanding performance and consistency, expect to spend $25 to $30 per glove. The best-performing gloves in 2021 in our testing were the PXG Players, PING Tour, Titleist Players, Vice Pure, COBRA Pur Touch, and Cuater Between the Lines. If you can tolerate some size inconsistencies from glove to glove, we recommend the Kirkland Signature and the MG DynaGrip Elite. Prices for these gloves range from $5 to $9 and both performed well in the test.

Q: How do I know when a glove fits correctly?

A: It’s a cliché, perhaps, but a glove really should fit like a second skin. There should be no extra material on the palm, fingers or the top of the hand. A glove is going to stretch. A new glove should fit snugly with 1/4 inch of Velcro still showing when secured. Take a look at this fitting guide for help.

Q: Do I need to wear a glove?

A: To wear or not wear a glove is a personal preference. Some pride themselves on playing bare-handed. While that approach can save a significant amount of money over a lifetime, it should be noted that the best players in the world all wear gloves. A properly fitted glove helps ensure a consistent connection with the club regardless of heat, humidity, sweat, etc.

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