Best Remote Control Golf Trolleys 2023

We showcase the best remote control golf trolleys on the market right now

Best Remote Control Golf Trolleys

The best golf carts make your life on the course easier. Over the past few years popularity for these products have soared as more and more people have taken to walking the golf course. Of course, not all of us can carry our bags so an electric golf trolley is easily the most convenient way to transport your golf clubs. Going one level above the standard electric golf trolley are models that offer remote control functionality, allowing you to control the speed and direction of your trolley through the use of a remote.

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These top-of-the-range designs can be controlled with a pocket-sized handset and there are even some models that follow you around the golf course too. Using a remote on a golf trolley truly frees you from the shackles of having to guide your trolley yourself and allows you to freely walk the fairways. Remote trolleys are slightly more expensive than their non-remote counterparts, but when you experience the ease and freedom of a remote, you'll soon see that investment paying off on course. Also, like with any trolley, remote versions takes strain off your back and shoulders and allows you to get the most from your body and swing on the golf course.

Below we have taken a look at some of these trolleys which can arguably be defined as some of the best electric golf trolleys money can buy. You can read our full, in-depth reviews of some of the best remote golf trolleys to get a deeper understand of how user friendly and enjoyable these models are. Of course given the incredible technology on display these models can be quite expensive so if you want more of a budget option, we recommend taking a look at our guides on the best golf push trolleys, or if you are in the US, the best golf push carts.

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Our expert review:

Remote controlled golf carts are quickly becoming a big favorite among many golfers around the world and the new PowaKaddy RX1 GPS Electric Trolley is perhaps one of our favorite models currently available. It is a stunning cart that comes with a very cool matte black finish that features pops of yellow detailing all around its chassis. That aesthetic will catch the eye of many golfers out there, but the functionality on offer here is what we feel makes it one of the best electric golf trolleys on the market.

The first thing we noted was how responsive it was during our testing sessions. It comes with an ergonomic remote control that fits nicely into the palm of your hand. We found that very easy to use to direct the cart in whatever direction and speed we wanted. One thing we really loved was how well it performed on uneven and sloped terrain. The remote is compact and the trolley utilises a swivel front wheel for stability with its innovative Slope Traverse Assist technology keeping it running in a straight line even when you're on a slope or bumpy ground. A self-sensing electronic braking system also allows the trolley to maintain a steady speed going down hill.

Those technologies worked seamlessly together and really gave us the confidence to chuck the RX1 GPS into some nasty gradients or terrains without fear of it veering off into oblivion. But there's more tech on offer here, with the 3.5" full-color touchscreen display operating as a built-in GPS system that allows players to track shot distances, see approach yardages to targets and record their shots on a digital scorecard. There are plenty of game improvement features on offer here and felt we could really get a lot out of the system. What's more is this cart breaks down nicely into a compact, space-saving shape, similar to the most compact golf trolleys on the market.

Our expert review:

It's really exciting to see some of the new technology that manufacturers are putting into their products. Especially when it comes to golf trolleys, like the Motocaddy M7 GPS, there are heaps of features on offer here that can help you perform better and enjoy your round. This trolley is an upgrade on its predecessor, the Motocaddy M7 Remote Electric Trolley, which we had a lot of fun using, but thanks to the additional GPS functionality on this trolley, there are more gadgets on show here that we certainly enjoy playing around with, making this in our opinion, one of the most comprehensive electric golf trolleys on the market.

Let's firstly get into the remote functionality on offer here and we loved how seamless this was to use. The remote control that comes with this trolley is compact and is seriously responsive to the speed and direction we wanted the cart to move in. You haven't got to worry about this trolley slipping over or running away from you on the golf course either, thanks to the Down Hill control embedded into its design that will keep it moving at a steady speed when traversing a downhill gradient.

Next comes the fantastic 3.5" touchscreen that is built into the handle of this cart. It essentially worked as our own personal caddie delivering front, middle and back distances to the green and dynamic drag and drop pin placement to wherever you want to aim your shot too. And that is all complimented by the by the high quality and responsive screen that was very easy to use even in the rain. The trolley is very compact and easy to fold up too and can hold its own against some of the most compact trolleys on the market. If you're limited on space then this is a really good option to use, with the wheels folding under the chassis making it very easy to stash in the trunk of your car.

Our expert review:

One of the best golf carts you can buy, the Q Follow can follow you around the course at your walking pace from a safe distance thanks to the unique functionality built into the Bluetooth handset. In testing we found it to be very smooth and it leaves your hands completely free to do other things. The big thing we noticed with the Q Follow was how much more stable it seemed. The wider front wheel base and overall design means it seems to hug the ground much better, to the point that you really don't need to worry about it tipping over or going somewhere it shouldn't - provided you don't use the Follow mode in risky situations.

A completely new frame design, which has a unique marble-effect finish, allows it to fold down to a smaller size using just two buttons, making it one of the best compact golf trolleys on the market. It's very easy to do so while keeping the battery in place and the handset clipped on securely. It will also now store vertically, which many we found to be a lot more convenient for the space we had available.

Finally another feature we liked was how you can monitor the battery life in real time via an app on your smartphone.

Our expert review:

Motocaddy is unquestionably one of the leading brands when it comes to new technology and impressive designs in the golfing world. A clear example of that is the M7 Remote trolley above which built on the success of the previous generation S7 and improved it further.

The new ‘ergonomic’ remote control handset is easy to use and fully rechargeable – using the trolley's USB charging port if needed. It can move the trolley forward, left, right and in reverse, with an additional pause and resume feature. The anti-tip rear wheel will keep you in control during those undulating rounds, as will the automatic downhill control, which acts just like EBS (Electronic Braking System) to control your descent too. Importantly this trolley also folds down very nicely too so it doesn't take up lots of room in the car, garage or wherever you keep your golf gear.

Overall this model tested extremely well for us and the star of the show was the remote itself which was extremely easy to use and get comfortable with when playing.

Our expert review:

The Zip Navigator is very stable across all terrain and we quickly grew confident that, whatever part of the golf course we sent it scurrying across, we’d arrive next to our ball with our trolley and bag waiting.

The excellent stability is in part thanks to the rear 4th wheel which keeps the trolley from tipping backwards if it goes up a steep incline. It also features downhill speed control – a feature that stops it going too quickly down steep hills – which adds to the confident stability of the trolley.

The remote has a ‘lock’ button that stops any buttons being unwillingly pressed while in your pocket and you can invert the wheels when folding it down to save on storage space. All in all, it's a very well rounded offering at a competitive price.

The Q Remote is one of the most compact-folding remote controlled golf trolleys, folding small enough be lifted one-handed and designed to stand vertically or horizontally. It comes with either 18-hole and 36-hole SmartPower lithium batteries - both are plug-and-play and come with a free smartphone app that lets golfers monitor usage and capacity in real time. Handset-charging is via a USB cable.

A scorecard holder, soft-touch silicone handle and bag strap, handset storage, anti-twist locking bag key, four accessory points, cruise control, quick release wheels, and an umbrella holder mount all come as standard.

British trolley manufacturer Stewart Golf has incorporated some under the bonnet improvements to its X Series, now be badged as the X10. Available in Follow and Remote versions, it benefits from the same EcoDrive motor technology that was launched with the Q Follow, meaning they are up to 40 per cent more efficient than the outgoing version. This means that the X10 battery will give users 40 per cent more golf than previous versions for each charge.

A new electronics assembly area at the Stewart Golf factory ensures each handset is optimised and matched to the trolley's main electronics system using a bespoke autotuning system.It looks great too thanks to the unique chassis design which gives a futuristic, high-end look, and this is combined with sporty wheels with red receivers, reminiscent of brake discs on a sports car. It's small touches like these, along with the head-turning Follow functionality, that help the design stand out from the crowd.

This has motor resistance to ensure it doesn't get away from you when going down hills. If you ever run out of battery power you can push it just like a manual push cart, a feature that many other remote control trolleys don't offer. It only has a 10-20 yard recommended operating range but you can adjust the speed on both the handle and remote control. The newly designed T-Handle controls include a 3 LED battery charge indicator, an On/Off button, the timed advance function controls and cruise control function. The frame is made of aerospace aluminium alloy, so it's going to be sturdy and durable, and the remote itself has proven to be responsive and easy to use in our testing.

There are three battery options here which all vary in price. First is the cheapest (and considerably heavily) lead acid battery. These are a great low cost option if you're looking to get into the market on a budget, but the drawbacks are the weight and the shortened life cycle versus lithium batteries. Luckily the X3R comes with two lithium options with 18 and 36 hole editions available. We'd recommend the the lithium battery for ease of use and lifespin, but the lead acid battery still has its place.

We test all golf trolleys with the same ethos as all other golf gear – rigorously and comprehensively. Models get taken out onto the golf course and tested in different conditions as a way for us to gauge overall performance in terms of maneuverability, robustness, ease of use, and so on. We think the only way to learn about products is to put them in play because that is where you are going to be using them.

The different conditions is particularly important too when it comes to a trolley because you will want your model to perform as well in the winter as it does in the summer. The entire Golf Monthly team plays golf regularly so can put golf gear to the test with ease and it should be acknowledged that no manufacturer can buy a good review. Our team tells it how we see it.

Push or electric cart?

Push carts are more appropriate for golfers that play mostly on flatter courses. They're also less expensive than the best electric carts, so are a more cost-effective way of getting your clubs around the course. Push carts also tend to offer better storage solutions on the handle console for items like balls and tees.

Additionally you have remote and follow models. Remote-control trolleys, as the name suggests, can be controlled wirelessly with the use of a handset. Most remotes have four directions (forward, reverse, left, right), and because of this enhanced technology, these tend to cost a little bit more than manual models.

Finally, follow models are designed to follow you around the golf course through wireless communications like Bluetooth. This means you don't really have to operate anything. Have a think about which model is for you and have a look at our corresponding guides.

Weight

You want a remote golf trolley but you should still think about weight. It should not be difficult to get in and out of the car and some models above are better than others. However if you want the most lightweight trolley possible, we would recommend going for one of the best push carts out there instead of models on this list.

Folding

There are lots of models these days that can fold down to nothing so have a think about how important this is to you, especially if you are short on space. Push carts often fold down more compactly than electric carts because the simpler design (no electrics) provides more freedom with the design of the frame. This means they often fold down flatter, which can be more convenient for golfers that need to also fit their golf bag in the trunk.

Maneuverability

All golf trolleys need to be able to move well and this is especially important for remote models, with stability being vital as well. In our testing we have found three-wheel models to offer both of these factors however there are some good four-wheeled models too, such as the Stewart Golf trolleys we mentioned above.

Storage

How much storage do you want on your cart? If it is a lot then pick a design with a large central console, whereas if all your golf gear is going to be kept in your golf bag itself, then go for a trolley that doesn't specifically need storage in its design.

Budget

Our final factor for you to think about is budget. As you can see above there are lots of models from different companies, that all come in at different price points so be aware of how much you can, or want, to spend.

A remote model is certainly more expensive than a non-remote. The cheapest remote model start at around $800 and will go up to around $2500.

We hope you enjoyed this guide on best remote golf trolleys. For more trolley guides like the best value golf push carts, or best affordable golf carts, check out the Golf Monthly website.

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Dan is a Staff Writer and has been with the Golf Monthly team since 2021. Dan graduated with a Masters degree in International Journalism from the University of Sussex and primarily looks after equipment reviews and buyer's guides, specializing in golf shoe and golf cart reviews. Dan has now tested and reviewed over 30 pairs of golf shoes since he joined Golf Monthly and is an expert in the field. A left-handed golfer, his handicap index is currently 7.8 and he plays at Fulford Heath Golf Club in the West Midlands.

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