How to choose a golf push cart

A good push cart takes the weight off your shoulders so you can enjoy all 18 holes. Many Australians call it a buggy or a trolley, and we'll help you find one that suits your course and your car.

Which push cart suits you?

Options from our golf buggies range, plus a bag to sit on top.

Black three-wheel golf trolley with a swivelling front wheel
THREE WHEELS

Stable three-wheel buggies that fold down for the car.

What to prioritise
Easy to push

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Foldable two-wheel golf trolley with a scorecard holder
TWO WHEELS

Light two-wheel trolleys you pull behind you.

What to prioritise
Pull along

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Silver compact folding golf push buggy
COMPACT FOLD

Compact folding buggies for smaller car boots.

What to prioritise
Small boot

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Folding four-wheel golf push cart with a cooler bag
FOUR WHEELS

Four-wheel carts with extra storage and a cooler bag.

What to prioritise
Extra storage

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Three-wheel golf push cart with a padded fold-out seat
TAKE A SEAT

Options with a padded seat for waits on the tee.

What to prioritise
Rest stops

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Navy golf stand bag with multiple pockets
BAG TO MATCH

Stand and cart bags to load onto your buggy.

What to prioritise
Pack your clubs

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What to look for in a push cart

Two, three or four wheels

Two-wheel trolleys are light and simple, and you pull them behind you. Three-wheel buggies are pushed in front and stay upright when you stop. Four-wheel carts add stability and often more storage.

Folded size

Measure your car boot before you buy. Compact-fold buggies pack down small, which matters if you share the boot with clubs, shoes and a cooler. A quick-open design saves time in the car park too.

A good fit for your bag

Most stand and cart bags sit on a buggy's upper and lower brackets and are held with straps. Check the straps reach around your bag, and that pockets stay easy to open. Extra trays and holders for scorecards, drinks or an umbrella are a bonus.

A brake for sloping ground

Some carts in our range have a foot brake, which keeps them from rolling away on a slope. It's worth having if your course is hilly. On any cart, park side-on to the slope when you stop.

Who it's for

Golfers who walk 18 holes

A push cart carries the load so you finish the round fresher.

Players with a small car

A compact-fold buggy packs down neatly beside your clubs.

Twilight and social players

A light two-wheel trolley is easy to grab for a quick nine.

Push cart options at a glance

OptionBest forGood to know
3-wheel buggyMost walking golfersStays upright when you let go, and is easy to push.
2-wheel trolleyQuick rounds and light bagsPulled behind you and usually the lightest to lift.
4-wheel cartHilly courses and extra gearExtra stability, often with storage or a cooler bag.
Compact-fold buggySmaller car bootsCheck the folded size against your boot.
Buggy with seatBusy courses with waitsA padded seat for a rest between shots.
Electric buggyGolfers who'd rather not pushCharge the battery fully before each round.

Keep your buggy rolling

  • Brush off grass and mud after each round so the wheels and hinges stay free.
  • Check the tyres and wheel clips now and then, and tighten anything that's worked loose.
  • Let the buggy dry before folding it away to keep the frame and straps in good shape.
  • Store it out of direct sun to help protect the plastic parts and straps.

Frequently asked questions

Is a golf push cart the same as a buggy or trolley?

Yes, they're different names for the same idea. In Australia you'll often hear golf buggy or golf trolley, while push cart is common elsewhere. On our site you'll find them all in our Golf Buggies range, including two, three and four-wheel models.

Should I choose a two-wheel or three-wheel buggy?

A two-wheel trolley is light and simple, and you pull it behind you, which suits shorter rounds and lighter bags. A three-wheel buggy is pushed in front, stays upright when you stop and is easier on your shoulders over 18 holes. If you walk most rounds, three wheels is a comfortable choice.

Will my golf bag fit a push cart?

Most stand bags and cart bags fit, held by the buggy's upper and lower brackets and straps. Check that the straps reach around your bag and that the base sits flat on the lower bracket. Cart bags with a flat base usually sit most securely.

Can I take my push cart onto the green?

No, it's standard etiquette to keep buggies off greens and tees, and away from bunkers. Park on the side of the green nearest the next tee so you can walk off quickly. Follow your club's signs, as some courses ask you to stick to paths after rain.

How do I fold and store my push cart?

Most buggies fold with a couple of release catches, and the steps are in the instructions that come with it. Practise once at home before your first round so it's quick in the car park. Clean and dry it before storing, ideally indoors and out of direct sun.

Walk the course, lighter

With the right buggy, all 18 holes feel easier on your back and legs. Find everything else for your next round in our golf range.

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