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Best Men’s Polo Shirt
It’s not a big deal if you don’t since we are here for you to provide you with all the answers. Pay attention to these: polyester-based, moisture wicking, odor and sun protection. The most recommended shirts are here for you with a more detailed explanation.
Standout Picks
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Features
The moisture-wicking property, heat regulation, odor, and sun protection constitute the most important features that deliver better performance.
As we have discussed this criterion in many other buying guides, it is that section that distinguishes one product from another based of some specific peculiarities that make the products, in this case, the shirts, stand out and improve their performance. There are several specific features that greatly improve the performance of these men's golf polo shirts.
The first one is the moisture-wicking property and breathability of the materials. As all of the shirts feature this characteristic, we aren't going to elaborate in details this feature because we have talked about it in the review of each product. The ultimate purpose of this property is to keep the players dry and cool.
Another important characteristic is the odor protection. As we all know, the odor is created when the sweat gets in touch with the odor-creating bacteria and it is because of these bacteria that we smell bad. Some of these shirts have the ability to kill these bacteria and allow you to have fresh and odor-free experience on the course.
The last important feature that we considered was the UPF protection rate, i.e., the ability of the shirts to shield you against the harmful sun rays. Therefore, the maximum score has those polos that provide all these benefits to the golfers.
Materials
The best performance material is polyester.
Materials are closely related to the features we reviewed, however, we want to point out what an athlete or let say a golfer is recommended to wear for the unobstructed performance. As you could realize from the review of the products that we have selected, the most frequent choice of material is 100% polyester. The reason for this is the properties of the material itself. It is a material that is very lightweight, comfortable to wear, it dries easily and doesn’t retain moisture. That means it is practically everything you would want to wear while playing golf. However, from polyester to polyester there’s a difference, so it is the special technology that has been used in its treatment that makes it of a highest or lowest quality. Another option is the use of elastane, which can be seen in combination with the polyester in only of the polos that we have on our list.
Comfort
If the shirt you're wearing on the course isn't comfortable enough, your performance and success will be drastically reduced.
Every golfer knows that your performance will be zero to none if the clothes you are wearing don’t provide the comfort you need. Since we are aware that comfort is a hard concept to evaluate because every person has unique standards of what is comfortable what is not, we took into account two aspects. The first one is the ability of the material to stretch and allow movement in all four directions and the users' comments. There are special technologies that are employed in making the fabric able to stretch to the extent that follows the golfers’ movements without the slightest prevention, like pulling or blocking the movement. When it comes to buyers reviews, we assessed the level of satisfaction regarding this criteria to be able to narrow the list down.
Style
Your style talks about your personality and your interest, so being able to keep to your style on the golf course means a lot for some golfers.
We all care how we look and how we represent ourselves to the other people. If you are kind of a fashion-conscious person, then you are more than sensitive to the way clothes suit you and fit you. Plus I’m sure that you are eager to know what are the latest releases and what are the new trends. When determining the scoring related to this criterion, we scored the highest those men's golf polo shirts that have more characteristic and specific design and feature a pattern or differ in at least in one segment compared to a plain classic style.
Value
Good value for the money have those products that have superior features and performance but are sold for a lower price tag.
How much something costs is the first question that most of the people ask when going shopping and the price tag is the first thing they see. However, there are people who don’t care about the product as much as they care about the quality and the performance, others put their trust in the name-brand products, thinking that those brands provide the optimum quality that they expect, and there are a third category of people who never really appreciate any of the two, but look for the cheapest ones. What we were interested in, was the possibility of getting the best and the highest quality for the lowest price. That doesn't mean we just picked the cheapest products but we carefully considered all the features that product has so that we could determine the real value. What’s more, we valued higher those shirts that have the possibility for lower prices and which are frequently sold under special promotions and deals.
Top 10 Men's Golf Polo Shirts
1. Puma Cool Refraction
I recently read a review saying that ‘It is Puma, you know it is stylish’, and that’s exactly what I thought when I saw this awesome color combination on the white well-structured golf polo shirt for men. For Rickie Fowler’s fans, Puma is indisputably number one brand when it comes to golf, but most certainly it is not just because of him. The quality, the attention to every detail, the inspiration to reach perfection makes Puma what it is now.
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This model was designed with pro golfers in mind, with particular attention to meet their needs on the course. Its seams are perfectly blending in the neatly stitched construction which is slightly wider in the shoulders, chests, and sleeves so that it ensures total freedom of movement and maximum comfort from the first tee to the last hole. The excellent color print on the chest and the white design make this model recognizable and very attractive. The three-button placket and the standard anti-roll collar deliver an elegant and classy look.
Material
Made by the finest polyester, Puma Cool Refraction guarantees maximum performance and comfort and zero distraction. And we know that it is going to deliver the best feeling on the course because it is made with the most innovative technologies that integrate protection and comfort. The dryCELL technology makes sure that you don’t feel your sweat as it completely draws it from your body. The Pwrcool Ultralite technology makes the fabric inherently cool which has the capacity to regulate your body temperature so that you never feel too hot and unable to give the best from you. In addition to these features, the fabric has UPF 40+ protection from the harmful sun rays, so that you know that you are protected while playing.
Cost and Value
With the superior quality and the features it has, we can’t but agree that this is a superior polo by all means. You can be sure that the polo you’re wearing will keep you comfortable, cool and protected. Even though a bit pricey, you know that you’re buying a high-quality men's golf polo shirts that won’t fail you.
2. IZOD Grid Polo
When PGA Tour winners such as Marc Leishman and Scott Piercy, feature a certain brand, they try to send a message that the brand is of high quality and particularly appropriate for the golfing needs (we are not going to discuss the money they get for doing so). Anyway, this IS a high-quality polo that looks and feels amazing and the grid design give the polo a unique impression too.
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The rigged design makes the shirt looks attractive and cool for the course. The golfers who proudly walk the course wearing the IZOD logo say that it is such a well-made and comfortable men's golf polo shirts that it lets you stay fully focused on the game you’re playing instead of the sensations you feel. It is a standard fit model with a relaxed cut and relaxed arm holes with a standard sleeve length that allows golfers to freely move in all directions and have their 360 degrees shots.
Material
Polyester is a material that is frequently used for performance apparel, so this one is also made from 100% polyester which dries very easily. Plus, the moisture-wicking property draws the moisture away from the body, so that you don’t feel sweaty and uncomfortable. The more we get to the realization that the sun rays are increasingly harmful and they have the ability to penetrate through the clothes that we wear, the more it becomes imperative to get protected/ Therefore, this IZOD model was designed with UPF 15 to provide some protection against them. And finally, the Swingflex Strech technology makes the fabric easy to stretch in all four directions to provide an unobstructed range of movement.
Cost and Value
When it comes to the performance of this shirt, it is flawless and of high performance. The same can be said about the quality of the material that is used for its production. Regarding its price, it ranges from very affordable to expensive, depending on the color choice and the size.
3. Under Armour Men’s Tech Polo
Many athletes reach for UA since the company has been working hard to stand out as one of the most reliable sport performance companies in the world offering reliable quality of all their apparel. The innovative approach and the athletes’ needs in mind brought them among the top ten in almost every sport. When it comes to golf, UA shows undisputable dedication to make the game much more enjoyable regardless of the circumstances. The Men’s Tech Polo is one of the favorite men's golf polo shirts among golfers, so read below to find out why.
Read moreDesign
This is a loose-fit model which is very lightweight and has an all-four range of movement which allows golfers to take full swings without feeling prevented by the clothes they are wearing. It comes as a plain model and you have plenty of colors to choose from. The screen printed logo on the right chest is a contrasting color from the rest of the shirt and the same color can be subtly seen on the back side of the three-button placket.
Material
Tech Polo is made from 100% textured polyester which is very airy, comfortable and lightweight. This model is made to make you feel cool when the temperature heats up, allowing intensive air-flow that makes you feel fresh and cool. The Moisture Transport System technology makes the material easy to dry by wicking the moisture away to the surface where it evaporates. This technology makes the fabric odor resistant because it has the capacity to kill the odor-creating bacteria.
Cost and Value
Before talking about the price, let's quickly sum up what you can expect from this model. It is lightweight, very breathable, you will stay dry during the game and most importantly, the bad odor is not going to distract you and the other golfers around you. So, when it comes to its price, as you might expect it changes based on the models and sizes, but it is on the higher-end.
4. PGA Tour Airflux
Coming from the official PGA approved company, this shirt has the style and design that will make heads turn as you walk on the course. Its versatile design makes it be the one you’d want to wear in the office since it is classy elegant, but at the same time, you might jump to your favorite course after your working hours to hit a few shots wearing the same shirt. It is not only the design that makes it such, but it is also the quality of the materials that keep it fresh and comfortable for all-day wear.
Read moreDesign
This is a performance shirt made to endure elements and enhance your performance by keeping your spirits high, knowing that the shirt you're wearing is going to look the same way when you finish the game as it looked when you started the game, no matter the conditions. The semi-fit style blends performance and elegance by keeping the three-button closure and the ribbed collar that mark it as a golf polo.
Material
Made from 100% polyester, it is a perfect choice for the hot summer days because it is designed to withstand excessive sweating. The material features Airflux ventilation that allows the moisture to quickly escape the fabric, while the DriFlux moisture-wicking technology pulls the sweat from your skin on the surface of the material which quickly evaporates. Another beneficial feature that this shirt has is the UPF 50 resistance to the harmful sun rays, so you can enjoy playing on the sun knowing that you are fully protected.
Cost and Value
This is an excellent choice coming from PGA Tour, and it can boast high performance and functionality thanks to the moisture-wicking properties, breathability, and the UPF 50 protection. In addition to these features, it isn’t as expensive as some other similar shirts, so it is a great value for the money.
5. Nike Men’s Dry Victory Polo
Nike has always been a top athlete brand, but somehow it was always related to running more than to other sports and maybe the least to golf. However, that perception was drastically changed as Tiger Woods stepped up the course wearing the Swoosh logo. Not that Nike had been left out from the course, but Tiger Woods wearing Nike hit the jackpot that caused immense popularity among fellow golfers and their fans, so it is evident that the Swoosh logo is more than ever present on the course. So, it is unimaginable not to have a Nike Polo on our list and we chose the most popular one among the golfers.
Read moreDesign
This shirt is made from 100% polyester which makes it feel very smooth and comfortable when you wear it. Since it is a standard fit model, it doesn’t feel tight, but it is designed to allow you free range of movements, which is especially important for golfers to have unhindered shots. The collar is ribbed so that it doesn’t curl allowing it to retain its original shape. The three-button placket keeps the same color as the rest of the shirt, while the Swoosh logo is on the left sleeve. The seams on the shoulders are slightly rolled forward so that it gets more flexible. When it comes to color choices, there are plenty of them, even the pickiest golfers can get satisfied with the wide range of color options.
Material
What is peculiar about Nike apparel, is the company’s focus on recycling, so more and more of their apparel is made from recycled materials. This item is made from 100% recycled double knitted polyester. The Dri-Fit technology makes the fabric dry extremely fast by wicking the moisture away from the skin on the fabric surface, where it easily evaporates. This technology constructs the fabric with body mapping ventilation zones which allow air flow and cool the body where it needs the most.
Cost and Value
Despite being a plain men's golf polo shirts that doesn’t stand out with many details, it is still one of the most wanted Nike Polos. The satisfied customers say that because of its quality, durability and non-fading colors, it is among their favorite. The price often varies in accordance with the actual size and color, and sometimes you can get a very nice deal.
6. 11 Performance Tactical Shirt
The 5.11 company is highly reputed for manufacturing tactical, professional and highly enduring apparel that is made to withstand various impacts. The model that we have selected is as durable as the rest of their production line and it boasts practicality and versatility. This is not a shirt that has been designed just for the purpose to be worn on the golf course. It has been designed to meet the needs of all those men who spend their days doing hard, strenuous or extremely demanding activities which require much more than ordinary types of clothing. And, of course, the trendy and elegant style blended with the performance aspects of the shirt make it also a perfect match for any golfer.
Read moreFeatures
This model is an excellent performance polo that is designed to allow free movement in every sense of the word. It is a regular fit model with fully gusseted sleeves that provide a snug fit and free movement. The left sleeve has dual pen pockets and mic loops at the shoulder and the chest. The collar is flexible but it resists rolling at the edges. The three-button placket has melamine buttons that are practically undestroyable. The whole stitching and the construction is of highest-quality that guarantees long-term use.
Material
The jersey knit polyester features the proprietary SmartWeave technology that makes the fabric resistant to wrinkling, snagging or color fading. It is made with a slight sheen that remains intact even with multiple washing sessions. The material is also stain-resistant and it doesn’t retain moisture. It has moisture wicking property that pulls the perspiration from the skin and makes it dry easily. This model is practically made to be tortured without showing any signs of wear and tear.
Cost and Value
This model is one of the most praised men's golf polo shirts not only by golfers but all people who need tactical polo that can endure a lot. The sturdy stitching and the ability to stretch to all possible directions make it a good polo for golfers too. Some buyers think it might be a bit overpriced, but the quality it has fully justified the price it has.
7. Jolt Gear
Jolt Gear is a brand that is often seen on the golf courses claiming high-performance apparel for all-year round. The particular polo that we have selected is among the most sold ones coming from Jolt Gear due to its dual-tone design that looks fabulous, modern and attractive. It is somewhat more different compared to the standard golf plain style shirts which are especially preferred from younger players.
Read moreDesign
This is an excellent performance fit polo which looks great on the course but off the course too. Its versatility makes it suitable to be worn in a variety of social situations in different combinations. The combination of two colors makes this men's golf polo shirts look attractive, while the three-button placket and the rugged collar keep the golf elegance. It is a standard fit model which is true to its size.
Material
Jolt Gear Polo is made from 88% polyester and 12% elastane, making it great for the long walks on the court. The fabric has the ability to wick the perspiration from the skin to the surface so that it easily evaporates and dries fast. Plus, it is an anti-odor material that prevents bad odor by killing the odor-creating bacteria and keeps you fresh, allowing you to indulge in the game to its fullest. As it is a performance men's golf polo shirts, it can stretch in all four sides increasing your productivity and comfort.
Cost and Value
For many golfers, this is their favorite shirt that allows them to express their style better as it shows a stylish variety. It is a performance shirt allowing golfers to have unhindered movement with every swing. This model doesn’t have an overly emphasized price discrepancy as some others do, so we can gladly say that it is a great value for the money.
8. Adidas Puremotion
Standing right next to Nike and Puma, Adidas has approached to golfers too and their golf line of products has been more than successful. Even though their celebrity endorsement in the area of golf is not that emphasized, Xander Schauffele’s style will tell you all you wanted to know about the latest golf fashion. And just for the record, the design and the peculiarities for their golf apparel and shoes are made in conjunction and feedback gained from top golfers such as Dustin Johnson, Jon Rahm, and Sergio Garcia.
Read moreDesign
Among the various designs that we have chosen for the purposes of our guide, we have selected this striped model because it is among the most highly-rated Adidas There are several color options that you can choose from, and all of them feature the wide and narrow stripes. The collar is rib-knit and anti-roll while the sleeve features open-hem stitching. The Adidas logo is placed on the back of the neck.
Material
Made from 100% polyester with the Puremotion technology, this polo offers a soft and comfortable feel that ensures undistracted performance. The moisture-wicking fabric keeps you dry as the moisture is taken from your body to the surface and at the same time, it keeps you cool and fresh. The ability of the fabric to move in all directions is a guarantee of unhindered shots from any angle and position.
Cost and Value
The urban but elegant Adidas style and the performance fabric of this model made it the most sold men's golf polo shirts and satisfied buyers say that it delivers reliable comfort. When it comes to its price, as it is the case with most of the apparel sold online, it features different price tags depending on the size and the color.
9. Hanes
If you are on the budget side and looking for premium performance, then Hanes Performance Shirt is the what you need. For over a century this American brand provides a blend of superior comfort and performance. This model offers versatility because it is the type of shirt that you would gladly wear everywhere, from the golf course to the nights out.
Read moreDesign
Designed as an athletic fit, it looks stylish and elegant, a perfect match for the course. It comes in several different colors and it is perfectly stitched with smooth and almost invisible seams. The sleeves are a bit loose with double stitching at the ends. The three-button placket and the rib-knit collar provide the elegance of a nicely designed polo. As many players complain about the tags on their backs, this one features a tagless back.
Material
As the rest of the shirts on our list, the perfect performance and maximized comfort comes from polyester, so this model has it all. The Cool Dri technology is responsible for keeping you dry and fresh through the moisture-wicking property that pulls the moisture away. The remarkable UPF 50 shields you from the harmful sun rays and that allows you to play freely knowing that you are protected.
Cost and Value
So, as we said in the introduction if you are looking for economically friendly and highly functional polo that will make you look and feel good, you have found it in Hanes. It provides the same quality and performance as the name brands but for a third of the price.
10. Amazon Essentials
When your finances are limited or when you don’t really bother whether your chest or your sleeve will wear a well-known logo, then Amazon Essentials offers a reliable quality for an enjoyable performance. This is a multi-purpose model that offers versatility and it can be worn literally everywhere. There are plenty of color choices so you can get yourself several and match them with the rest of your clothes.
Read moreDesign
The classic polo design with the regular fit, the rib-knit collar, and the three-button placket make this men's golf polo shirts nothing more different to other similar shirts. The shoulder seams and the stitching is of the finest quality, making it not only comfortable but durable too. The cuffs on the sleeves aren’t banded so that you can move freely in all directions. According to hundreds of satisfied buyers, it can be easily maintained without losing its shape.
Material
This is a performance shirt which means it is expected to be made from polyester. This material is easy to dry and it features the moisture-wicking property, i.e., it pulls the moisture away from the skin to the surface. In addition to keeping you dry, this material has the capacity to keep you protected from the harmful sun rays. It has variable UPF from 20 to 40 depending on the color selection.
Cost and Value
This polo model is, by all means, the most affordable one on our list. However, contrary to the common opinion that you get what you pay for, for the price of this model you get way much more that one would think. What you get is a high-quality golf shirt that is durable, comfortable, keeps you dry and protected from the sun. That means it is an excellent value for the money.
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