Puma has long been a powerhouse in the world of golf footwear for some time now. They are able to blend cutting-edge technology with unmistakable style and comfort. As we step into 2026, Puma’s latest golf shoe line up offers even more performance than ever before – the brand that supported J.J Spaun to his US Open victory. Whether you’re looking for all-day comfort, wanting to dress to impress, or find something that will keep you stable throughout your round there’s a Puma shoe for you.
In this article, we break down the very best Puma golf shoes 2026. From more modern models in their style to the most traditional of offerings, we’ve tested the lot to you find the perfect fit for your game. Let’s take a look at some of the standout performers from Puma for this season…
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Best Puma Golf Shoes 2026
AT A GLANCE
CLASSIC LOOK
Royale
More information: Puma / Amazon
It is hard to not to be a fan of the Puma Royale Golf Shoes. Some golfers might not like the pointed, formal nature of them, but they are overall a solid look.
The performance and feel on the golf course instils confidence in your own game and the all-white colour has you looking and feeling the part.
CASUAL STYLE
Ignite Elevate X
More information: Puma / Amazon
The Puma Ignite Elevate X Golf Shoes are very comfortable, have an athletic look and give you a solid feel on the golf course.
With off-course versatility as well, these golf shoes provide a high level of comfort with many built-in parts that are tailored to compliment your performance.
BEST SPIKELESS
Avant
More information: Puma website
The Puma Avant Golf Shoes in Black/Slate Sky are unbelievably smart and don’t leave you wanting for looks and style in the Autumn and Winter months.
Some golfers might not like the idea of a spikeless golf shoes in conditions that challenge you underfoot, but there should be no concerns about grip with these shoes.
BEST WOMEN’S
GS-X Efect Women’s G
More information: Puma website
Puma’s GS-X golf shoes have been designed with a range of features. The first being a TPU-covered, waterproof mesh upper, designed to keep your feet dry without looking plasticated. This comes with a one year guarantee.
The soles of the shoes is thicker than most and spans wider where your foot sits providing a nice solid base. Inside there is a profoam eva mid sole than allows your foot to mole into the shoe.
IDEAL FOR WINTER
MAJOR WINNING
Puma Ignite Elevate 2 Tour Golf Shoe
More information: Puma Website UK / Puma Website US
The Puma IGNITE ELEVATE 2 Tour golf shoe delivers an outstanding blend of style, comfort, and performance. Comfort levels are high throughout the round thanks to Puma’s responsive IGNITE foam midsole. On the course, the soft spikes provide tour-grade traction and a strong feeling of stability on all terrain.
Puma Ignite Elevate 2 Tour Golf Shoe
You wouldn’t be mistaken for recognising these Puma Ignite Elevate 2 Tour golf shoes, as J.J. Spaun recently claimed his maiden major title, the US Open, rocking a pair. On the whole, Puma has built a strong reputation for producing stylish, comfortable and performance-focused golf shoes, and the new IGNITE ELEVATE 2 Tour model is yet another example of this.
The Puma IGNITE ELEVATE 2 Tour golf shoe delivers an outstanding blend of style, comfort, and performance. Comfort levels are high throughout the round thanks to Puma’s responsive IGNITE foam midsole. On the course, the soft spikes provide tour-grade traction and a strong feeling of stability on all terrain.
Styling is a major highlight, with the shoe offering a clean, sporty look that feels modern yet smart. Add in the waterproof EXOSHELL upper, which promises protection without sacrificing breathability, and you’ve got everything a golfer could need from a pair of golf shoes.
PROS
- Supreme comfort all-round
- I love the design
- Feel extremely lightweight
- Waterproof
CONS
- I would suggest sizing up half a size
- RELATED: Read our full Puma Ignite Elevate 2 Tour Golf Shoe review here.
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RRP: £120.00 / $150.00
More information: Puma Website UK / Puma Website US
Puma Royale Golf Shoe
In terms of settings away from the golf course, you probably couldn’t wear these shoes anywhere else. This isn’t to their detriment as they are comfy and serve a purpose on the golf course, but they don’t really suit a social setting or milling around your local town centre. Especially in bright white, they reduce the versatility somewhat. In other colourways, feel free to experiment but when it comes to the pure white colourway, stick to the golf course and the 19th hole to be on the safe side.
Although this shoe has many modern features, it also has that classic style, and it is probably that classic look that makes this shoe exclusively suitable for the golf course and not for the social scene.
One thing is for sure – you will look the bee’s knees in the clubhouse and no doubt will get others enquiring about the puma golf shoes you have on.
Pros:
- All white colour is very smart
- Solid, secure feel on the golf course
- Underfoot feeling and design is great
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More information: Puma / Amazon
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Puma Avant Golf Shoe
Now, I usually enjoy waxing lyrical about how Puma golf shoes suit non-golf settings, social settings where you can walk around town and go for a drink while wearing them. If I’m being honest, which I am, then I don’t think the Puma Avant golf shoes suit social settings.
By all means, if you are going to watch other sports and the conditions are wet, cold and muddy – go for it. They are reliable and again, the colour compliments the season. So in that regard, I can’t really fault the Puma Avant golf shoes because they do suit other sporting contexts.
If you do wear them away from the golf course for long periods, they aren’t going to give your feet any grief. A key reason for this is not having any spikes. Without spikes, there is less chance of your feet suffering from wear and tear, so this is a huge plus.
Pros:
- Smart design that suits the season
- Sturdy and solid feel that helps performance
- Soft, spikeless feel helps with overall comfort levels
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The design and size of the boot might be a bridge too far for some golfers, so it also might be a bridge too far to wear it on social occasions or in the clubhouse.
But while many golf shoes are still in the past, this golf boot is versatile and if you were looking for something that crosses over into the real world off the golf course, these boots could tick that box.
Pros:
- Solid, sturdy design and feeling of reliability
- The look is unique and pleasing
- Spacious, roomy and also warm
Cons:
- Boots might feel heavy on your feet
- RELATED: Read our full Puma GS-X Efekt Golf Boot here.
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Pros:
- Very comfortable
- Versatile – can easily be worn on and off the golf course
- Great summer option – no issues with grip and support
- Waterproof – this surprised me, but they definitely are!
Cons:
- Not an all the year round golf shoe if you play golf on muddy courses in the winter
- Looks not for everyone
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A lot of golfers think comfort is paramount when choosing a shoe, we are going to be standing in them for 3-5 hours right? Some golf shoes on the market have special insoles and cushioned mid-soles designed to keep your feet feeling fresh. Also it’s pretty common for golfers with wide feet to wear the wrong sized pair of golf shoes so its worth getting fit properly.
Grip is vital to good performance on the golf course as any foot slip in dry or wet conditions can not only cause the golf club to swing improperly but may also lead to an injury. Golfers need traction and stability.
Nearly all golf shoes will either be fully waterproof or offer some kind of water resistance, and this is important as real die-hard golfers play in every weather condition. Having wet feet for 4 hours is not and will never be fun so keeping the feet dry is important, this might even mean you need gore tex in the shoe.
How good the shoe looks is of course subjective to personal style, but is important to any player. Do you prefer an athletic-looking shoe, or are you more full grain leather traditional? Does your shoe offer on-course off-course style or do you want shoes purely for the course? Does the style of shoe you like have the best colour options for your golfing wardrobe?
Price is the last factor to consider. With the models above we have tried to find shoes at all different price points so if you want a shoe at a lower cost, you can get one. Or if you want to spend more, you can do that too. Importantly there is something for everyone.
What brands produce the best golf shoes?
All of the products that will end up featuring in the best golf shoes 2025 article are picked from the brands that offer what we believe to be the best shoes on the market.
Do any pros wear spikeless golf shoes on tour?
As you will see on TV when watching the PGA, LPGA & DP World Tour, professionals wear both spiked and spikeless golf shoes, depending on their preference.
Some tour players are looking for extra stability and grip for maximum power creation that a spiked golf shoe might offer, and others are looking for the comfort and style that spikeless golf shoes offer. Some tour players prefer a running shoe style, and others a traditional classic leather shoe; there really isn’t a hard or fast rule as to what tour players wear.
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