Best Winter Golf Gloves 2027: FootJoy vs MacWet

FootJoy Wintersof wins for warmth at £22.99, but MacWet Climatec is the wet-grip pick.

• ✓Warmest option: fleece lining and a knit cuff.
• ✓Best wet grip: MacWet Aquatec keeps hold in drizzle.
• ✓Both sold as pairs, so you save on a single glove.

£22.99 FootJoy · MacWet £24.50

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Warmth

Lining and cuff design decide how well heat stays in. Fleece traps more air than a thin synthetic.

Grip in the wet

The palm material has to hold the club when the grip is damp. This is where winter gloves earn their money.

Wind protection

A windproof outer stops the chill that makes fingers numb on exposed holes.

Fit and feel

Winter gloves are thicker, so a secure fit and good feel through the fingers matter more than ever.

Warm hands from the first tee

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Best wet grip: MacWet Climatec

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MacWet Climatec Cold Weather Golf Gloves

Cold-weather gloves · Unisex sizing XS to XXL · Sold as a pair

A lightweight, windproof, water-resistant pair with MacWet Aquatec grip, a mesh lining, and an adjustable Velcro cuff. Built for wet, cold rounds where hanging onto the club is the challenge.

Aquatec gripWindproofVelcro cuffMachine washable

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Grip and weather protection

MacWet built its reputation on grip that gets better when conditions get worse, and the Climatec carries that idea into the colder months. The Aquatec material is designed to give you excellent grip without losing feel or sensitivity, which is the balance most golfers want from a wet-weather glove.

The gloves are windproof and water-resistant, so they protect you from the elements without the bulk of a heavily padded design. They are described as lightweight, and that shows in the way they let you keep a feel for the club through the fingers and palm.

Fit, comfort and care

The cuff is elasticated with a durable Velcro fastening on the back of the hand, so you can tighten the glove to your wrist and stop it twisting. A mesh lining improves airflow between your hand and the fabric, and the stretchable material helps with fit and movement.

Sizing is unisex, running from XS to XXL, so a wide range of hands are covered. You measure across your hand just under the fingers, with 7cm equal to size 7 and so on. The gloves are machine washable at 30°C, which is useful for a product that spends winter in damp golf bags. They come as a pair in black for £24.50.

Who the MacWet Climatec suits best

This is the glove for golfers who lose grip in the rain, and for anyone who wants a thinner winter glove that preserves feel. If wet conditions are part of your regular round, pair the gloves with a good set of waterproofs. Our golf waterproofs range and a good golf umbrella complete the wet-weather setup.

Head-to-Head

Here is how the two gloves compare on the four things that matter most. We have been honest about where each one wins, because the right choice depends entirely on the conditions you play in.

Warmth

The FootJoy takes this clearly. A fleece lining behind a waterproof nylon shell simply holds more heat than a lighter windproof glove. If your hands go numb by the fifth hole, the Wintersof is the safer bet.

Grip and feel

The MacWet wins here. Aquatec grip is designed to hold the club when everything is wet, and the thinner build lets you feel the shaft better. The FootJoy grips well in damp conditions but is built more for warmth than for a downpour.

Fit and everyday practicality

The adjustable Velcro cuff and the full XS to XXL range give the MacWet an edge on fit, and being machine washable is a real plus. The FootJoy answers back with its knit cuff, tee holder and reflective piping, and it is the cheaper pair at £22.99. The gap between them is small, so your needs should drive your decision more than price.

Which To Choose

Answer three quick questions, and you will have your glove. Work through them in order and stop at the first one that applies to you.

Player Profiles

Here are three typical winter golfers and the glove we would point each towards.

Our Verdict

Both gloves are good choices, and neither is a mistake. They simply suit different winters. The FootJoy Wintersof earns our overall recommendation because most winter golf is a cold problem first and a wet problem second, and the fleece lining answers cold better than anything else here.

Choose the FootJoy Wintersof if you want maximum warmth, play early or in a breeze, or like the extras such as the tee holder and reflective piping. Choose the MacWet Climatec if you play in wet conditions, want a lighter glove with more feel, or need the adjustable cuff and a wider size range.

Ready to buy? Shop FootJoy Wintersof gloves or MacWet Climatec gloves, and check out our best leather golf gloves for dry weather.

FAQs

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Why Purchase Your Winter Golf Gloves from The Golf Shop Online?

Complete Your Setup: Winter Golf Essentials

• Golf Waterproofs – Keep the rest of you dry to match your gloves.
• Golf Clothing – Layers, sweaters and winter trousers for cold rounds.
• Golf Umbrellas – A sturdy canopy for the wettest days.
• Golf Shoes – Waterproof footwear for soggy winter fairways.
• Golf Balls – Softer, lower-compression balls suit cold conditions. See our best winter golf balls.
• Golf Bags – Waterproof bags protect your kit in the rain.

For more on how winter equipment is regulated and played, visit The R&A for the latest on the Rules of Golf.

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