The spikeless shoe is now a regular on all tours and in all clubs and ranges. Gone is the clatter of metal spikes through the pro shop and enter the golfer bouncing to the first tee on a pillow of awesomeness. Come rain or shine spikeless shoes still offer fabulous performance even in soggier conditions. But what makes a really great spikeless shoe? I’m going to focus on the women’s shoes in this buying guide. See our best spikeless shoes guide to check out the best offerings for men’s shoes, or for those of you who prefer larger size options. But when it comes to women’s shoes look no further.
What are the boxes that need ticking when it comes to our wish list? They need to have the same street appeal as a fashionable yet useful pair of sneakers. Spikeless shoes these days are like wearing trainers on the golf course. We believe they should feel like you’re walking on air and could not just walk 36 holes in them but also traipse around a day of sightseeing without a blister in sight. Your spikeless shoe’s number one job is to deliver great traction whilst winding it up with your driver. Grip without spikes? It’s completely achievable with the latest offerings. If you do prefer a spiked shoe check out these options in our best spiked golf shoes guide and see the manufacturers websites for the women’s versions.
Fashion statement with a multi-purpose? Here are our best picks, there are so many great ones to choose from this guide comes with a warning, you may need to extend that shoe rack!
Best Women's Spikeless Golf Shoes
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Having put this shoe to the test, we were enamoured with how comfortable but also lightweight it is. Skechers really have designed a comfortable shoe that will ensure your feet feel as fresh as they did on the first hole right the way through to the 18th green, thanks to the spongey Goga Max insole embedded into these golf shoes. Skechers are well known in the trainer industry for the emphasis they place on making shoes as comfortable as possible and this is why the brand are so popular among many golfers.
On testing the GO GOLF Elite 4 Hyper shoe, we were impressed with the level of comfort and stability the shoe offered. While it can be worn year-round, it is designed a winter golf shoe that comes with waterproof protection and a one-year waterproof warranty. On its face, this shoe looks like a robust and highly durable offering that may be a little heavy on your feet, but is extremely light, and delivers excellent grip on the turf thanks to its toothy outsole. It is an excellent model that also comes at a great price and looks fantastic with many of the clothes featured on our best women's golf clothes (opens in new tab) guide.
- Read our full Skechers GO GOLF Elite 4 Hyper Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
Winter Golf shoes don’t need to be black, these are a prime example. They are very resilient in post downpour conditions and wipe clean fast, the outer sole gathers grass fast yet doesn’t lose any of its impressive traction. They're fully waterproof yet they feel smarter than your average golf shoe. There are three different color ways to choose from and we're a huge fan of the Vanilla/Merlot. They coordinate perfectly with the plum tones of FootJoy’s 2022 Autumn/Winter outerwear collection.
The high density Eva Fit-Bed is exceedingly comfortable although your foot may move about initially until properly bedded in. With the rounder toe design, they do offer quite a wide fit. Very smart and suitable for winter golf, yet light enough for Summer action too. A sophisticated all rounder that performs in all conditions.
The Callaway Aurora Women’s Golf Shoe features a sporty, lightweight high-shock absorption design, offering the type of athletic support you’d expect from a really decent pair of running shoes. Such is Callaway’s confidence in this design these even come with a 30-day comfort guarantee, with a special Moulded EVA Opti-Foam footbed certainly giving the user soft underfoot support.
What's more, we noticed that the Aurora has a high back, which gives extra heel support where you need it as you walk and swing yet, unlike shoe designs we’ve tested before, the back is not rigid. It’s made from an ‘Opti-soft’ foam material that has plenty of give, so there’s very little chance that these shoes will rub and give you blisters.
- Read our full Callaway Aurora Women’s Golf Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
As with many of the shoes that feature in our best Women's golf shoes guide (opens in new tab), the Skechers Women's Go Golf Pro 2 shoe really is a high-quality piece of apparel. Skechers provide some of the most comfortable shoes on the market and the Women's Pro 2 felt amazing over 18-holes. This is down to the Ortholite foam insoles made from five per cent recycled rubber that quite literally mold themselves to your feet.
These shoes are 100 per cent waterproof thanks to their H2GO shield waterproof protection that so many of the trainers in the Skechers range offer. That is also accompanied by the shoes' durable leather upper, which is very easy to wipe clean. The Pro 2 shoes also feature a set of removable spikes on their sole, which means you get the best of both a spikeless golf shoe and a spiked shoe with the Skechers Pro 2. They really are one of the most versatile and comfortable shoes on this list.
- Read our full Skechers Women’s Go Golf Pro 2 Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
An impressive, lightweight summer trainer, the Puma Women's Laguna golf shoes are a very trendy addition to this list, that you should definitely consider testing out if you're in the market for a new golf sneaker (opens in new tab) for warmer climates. On first impressions, the Laguna is a very sporty, low-profile trainer, that feels and looks more like a plimsoll when you remove it from the box.
And while you might think their lightweight and thin material makes them slightly less comfortable or stable to wear, their fusion foam heel and forefoot and responsive rubber sole provide a spongey and responsive bedding for your foot. It also comes with a molded heel crash pad that absorbs some of the impact of your stride when walking, which helps to provide greater support to your achiles.
The only downside to this shoe is that its mesh upper is not the most waterproof material, so if you get caught in the rain, your feet will likely get wet. But as above, this shoe is designed for warmer climates and provides excellent grip on the turf thanks in part to the directional lugs on its rubber soles that give excellent traction to the floor. Overall, it is a very impressive golf shoe and stands out as one of the best puma golf shoes (opens in new tab) on the market.
- Read our full Puma Women's Laguna Sport Golf Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
G/Fore rarely disappoints when it comes to producing stylish golf shoes and they have once again outdone themselves with their latest offering, the Perf DSPRT golf shoe. The first thing to talk about is the shoe's bright pink crinkled instep that massages your feet as you walk along the fairway. The ribbed texture of the shoes cushions your feet nicely and makes this perhaps one of the most comfortable golf shoes on the market.
The outsole is equally well-cushioned and spongy and provides ample support to your heel and the front of your foot. The G/Fore also boasts a bespoke cleat design and provides great traction off the turf, with minimal slippage.
Being made from full-grain leather the shoe is both waterproof and has a lovely finish on its upper. It is also very durable and is easy to wipe clean after walking through the mud. It is worth mentioning that you should size up with G/Fore by about half a size. But all things considered, the Perf DSPRT is one of the best G/Fore shoes (opens in new tab) available on the market right now.
- Read our full G/Fore PERF DSRPT Golf Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
FootJoy (opens in new tab) have once again produced yet another stunning shoe, the Pro SL delivers on both looks and performance of a top notch golf shoe. With 3 color options we love the rose gold accents on the white version. Adding a bit of bling into what is a smart bit of kit. The grey is a mute shade that is extremely wearable with a flash of blue on the soles. It's a solid leather shoe that is 100% waterproof.
From a performance point of view these feel ultra stable as you swing. We were impressed at how the shoe glues itself to the grass even in dewy conditions, this is down to Infinity Outsole having 30% more points of traction. It boasts 189 points of traction and 17% more surface area in the heel so no wonder it feels like it's supporting so well throughout the swing. A bouncy feel on the shoe makes for a super comfy walk thanks to the Stratofoam midsole cushioning, it is easily the most cushioned Footjoy shoe we've ever tested.
If this sounds awesome but a spiked shoe is a preferable option to you check out our review on the FootJoy Women's Traditions.
- Read our full FootJoy Women's 2022 Pro/SL Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
These adidas shoes (opens in new tab) are fabulous. Whether you are playing 18 holes or heading on a day trip to London they'll keep your feet comfortable all day. With a style that wouldn't look out of place at a skate park (yes you can still look that cool) they have a really trendy feel about them. If you are looking for more of a running trainer appearance check out Adidas' Code Chaos Shoe for another winning spikeless option.
Performance wise the Adicross don't disappoint offering brilliant grip with Spikeless Adiwear outsole featuring Traxion technology. Leather uppers with microfibre leather lining mean they are so soft on. The versatility of these is the winning element. So stylish and the color combinations on offer are stunning, including Ecru leather with gold detail on tongue and heel and a gorgeous Magic Lilac (plum) which you could honestly wear clubbing. The biggest problem you'll have is choosing only one pair.
Under Armour have once again produced a golf shoe that feels as good as any trainer and delivers in bucketloads on performance. The White and Orange is really striking and the accents of orange on the shoe make these feel super sporty. We love the orange detail on the end of the laces. They are extremely comfy and easy to get on and off. The heel is cushioned and padded with a smooth lycra which meant we were blister free at the end of their first outing. The compression midsole foam materials meant we literally bounced down the fairway. The leather upper looks vented and they are indeed very breathable, yet these are 100% waterproof shoe. With so much fabric on the tongue and the heel the only concern we'd have is how well they'd stay clean and whether they'd handle a quick wash in the machine. We will update this as we use them in grubby conditions. For now we will enjoy the bright clean appearance and continue prancing about the course in them.
We had to add this beauty into the mix, not just because it’s a bit of a treat but also it was designed to raise awareness for the endangered King Cheetah and supporting Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) in South Africa. So you’re treating yourself and doing a bit of good to help conservation.
These are as we always find with Duca, utterly luxurious and top notch quality shoes. You’ll wear them on and off the course and find it hard to choose between the 3 color ways available. Who doesn’t love a bit of animal print especially when you're helping save an endangered species in the process.
Even the laces and eyelets ooze decadence, the whole shoe has a gorgeous feel to it. Performance wise it really delivers keeping feet dry with a waterproof sock system. The ARNEFLEX insole is covered with OnSteam recyclable microfibre. So it’s not just the conservation element that’s a good reason to buy, the heel supports are also made from recycled cork.
Duca's Airplay VII outsole gives great stability and covered with oversized nubbins the traction is impressive. So stylish and sporty these spikeless shoes make us roar with joy.
These epitomize comfort from the moment you slip your feet into them. Ecco (opens in new tab) have raised their game yet higher from the Biom Hybrid 3 shoe we loved so much and added a new outsole to the Biom 4 model. Soft leather that has a micro-perforated coating with GORE-TEX to keep your tootsies dry.
The new MTN GRIP outsole boasts Ecco’s FLUIDFORM Technology, this acts as almost a support cone for each foot and gives immense comfort and stability. These shoes look great, we especially love how many color choices are available if you shop about carefully. The red is especially eye-catching and would look fabulous paired with a navy or white skort.
A fantastic benefit to these shoes, as with so many of the Ecco range, is the removable and washable Ortholite inlay. This gives an option for sizing up or down a smidge, which is handy. Giving an option to re,I’ve to add a bit of extra width.
G/Fore is fast becoming a force to be reckoned with in the world of golf, especially in the shoe market. With great choice for us ladies and wide range of sizes and colors/styles. This offering made from premium leather is waterproof yet has a feel of a sporty running shoe. We love the New Day Glo Pink MG4+ which would look amazing with black or navy, in fact it brightens up any more conservative outfit. It’s bright enough to appeal to the non-pink camp and would look great with some of the skorts in our best skorts guide. The winning element is the comfort factor, they sport an incredible inner sole with nodules that gives your feet a massage and allow air to flow about.
The amount of traction you get is insane. The sole is a lattice of different textures and we love how bright the pink camouflage outer ribs set off the shoe. A real flash of fun as your hold that photo finish. We are big fans of the G/Fore shoes and this one did not disappoint.
- Read our full G/Fore MG4+ Women's Golf Shoe Review (opens in new tab)
I chose these for very good reason, there are plenty of fab shoes in the Skechers camp to choose from but this one has something a bit extra. Yes they're only available in black at present, but we love the flash of sea blue from the sole and the piping and detailing. They look great with a skort.
The traction is second to none with an outsole that is peppered with firm nubbins which really screws you into the ground as you hit shots.
Let's talk comfort for a second. Having had sore feet recently (not from wearing golf shoes I might add) I slipped on a pair of these. The Skechers Arch Fit insole system with podiatrist-certified arch support literally gave my feet a much needed hug. For good reason too, the shape was developed with 20 years of data and 120,000 unweighted foot scans so that would be why then. I won’t lie these shoes made me smile. Great job Skechers. Plus they’re 100% waterproof.
The Ace Summerlite was designed way back in Nike (opens in new tab)’s past but hadn’t been available until now… It is a Summer shoe that is super light, provides great traction and is available in a mirage of light airy color combos perfect for those balmy evening rounds.
We especially love the Mint Foam with a hint of aqua underneath the thin flexible layer that is really the main difference compared to past models. Though this upper layer feels rather abrasive it acts as an excellent ventilation system so your feet stay a comfy temperature. Though we'd argue how long they'd stay clean for and how easy it would be to get dirt out of that mesh.
A spikeless shoe we'd really trust in wet conditions, it is 100% waterproof and offers good traction. These felt like tennis shoes and were easy to move about in, feeling stable as we swung and walked about the course. The breathable microfiber mesh on the toe has potential to be tricky to clean.
The shoes have fabulous shock absorbency this is thanks to a revolutionary IGNITE Foam midsole which is lovely and squishy. They host a micro-thin TPU which is formed around the middle of the shoe and this seems to keep the shoe stable and we'd imagine it helps lengthen it's lifetime too. Almost like it has it's own lace thin scaffolding about it to help really connect to your feet.
The lacing system also hugged our feet to make the shoe almost mould against the sole of the foot. This gave it a great fit and feel.
The grip we got from the sole was second to none and combine that with the hugging fit it gave us lots of confidence swinging the club.
How to choose the best spikeless golf shoe
When looking for the perfect pair of spikeless shoes it is so important that you tick the following boxes...
Does the shoe offer good grip? Check out the sole, is the design of the nubbins or ridges, or some incredibly engineered patterns that some brands boast, going to withstand your exceedingly awesome golf swing? Mainly is it going to stop you from slipping up in front of your playing partners. We need grip ladies, first and foremost.
Do they keep your feet a comfortable temperature and are they breathable?
Is it comfortable enough to walk 36 holes or most of the way round Legoland for a day without offering up a nice array of blisters?
Do they offer decent range of motion when it comes to you being able to make a golf swing in them?
How do they fair in the style stakes?
These shoes are all about being multi-functional. You want a shoe that performs on the course and stands up well in the apres golf style stakes. We went all out testing these so we hope you enjoyed our guide. Paired with the perfect pair of golf pants found in our Best Golf Pants guide you'll be rocking the 19th hole after our round. Enjoy!