Best Affordable Golf Wedges 2023
There is a lot of emphasis in the game on drivers and putters in the modern game and we can see where this emphasis comes from.
As a result, a lot of people neglect their wedges. They just use whatever came in the set and don’t give a second thought to their quality. But your approaches are just as crucial as your long game and your performance on the green.
Playing The Game Right
In fact, if you are playing the game right then you should be spending about a third of your time on the course on approaches. So you should opt for the best wedges you can find.
No one likes spending a ton of money on these less than glamorous clubs. But the fact remains that in order to take your game to the next level you need a quality wedge that launches high, is comfortable and provides keen accuracy.
In order to help you find the elusive affordable yet game changing wedge, we have compiled a list of the best affordable wedges we could find so far this year. Let’s take a look.
A Brief Rundown
We are going to be highlighting a total of 10 wedges in this review but if you just want to see the our top three picks of quality affordable wedges real quick
Best Choice: Japan Pron TRG Chrome Finish Wedge Golf Club Set
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Dual milled face
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Anti-glare design
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Deep Groove
“The dual milled face and the deep grooves make launching the ball high in the air a dream with these wedges.”
Overall Score: 94/100
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Best Premium: Kirkland 3 Piece Golf Wedge Set
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Milled face
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Standard flex shafts
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Lob, sand and gap wedge included
“Sleek club head design and generous lofts are coupled perfectly in this set of Kirkland Signature wedges.”
Overall Score: 96/100
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Best Budget: Pinemeadow Golf Men’s Right Hand Pre Wedge
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U Groove technology
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Low kick point
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Tapering sole shape
“This wedge has a steeply sloped face which promotes accuracy and ease of use. Plus the price can’t be beat.”
Overall Score: 95/100
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1. Japan Pron TRG Chrome Finish Wedge Golf Club Set
Selling Points
- Dual milled face
- Anti-glare design
- Deep Groove
Key Features
These are a finely crafted set of performance wedges that are easy to hit with and get the ball high in the air almost effortlessly.
The heads are made of a combination of stainless steel and carbon iron.
The result is a head that won’t blind you when the sun is shining on it.
The face angle is 0 degrees and the wedges are set to 52, 56 and 60 degrees of loft.
The shafts are all stainless steel and you should know that the deep grooves make these wedges unusable for tournament play.
But they are a ton of fun to play with. Mainly because the deep grooves give you endless spin control.
Getting the back or forward spin you want with these clubs is stupid easy.
Pros And Cons Of The Pron Set
Pros:
- Great spin control
- Catches tight onto the ball
- Easy to use
Cons:
- Graphite shafts are unavailable
- Not very forgiving
Overall Rating: 94/100
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2. Kirkland 3 Piece Golf Wedge Set Right Handed
Selling Points
- Milled face
- Standard flex shafts
- Lob, sand and gap wedge included
Key Features
This set of Kirkland Signature clubs comes with gap, sand and lob wedges (one each).
The aerodynamic heads of these wedges really help with swing speed.
In fact we would go as far as to say that these would be great wedges for seniors.
The gap wedge is set to 52 degrees of loft, the sand wedge is set to 56 and the lob wedge gives you high arcing shots effortlessly at 60 degrees.
Both the gap and the sand wedge offer 10 degree bounce rating while the lob wedge provides 8 degrees.
Pros And Cons Of The Kirkland Set
Pros:
- Great for high arcing shots
- Good gap coverage
- Comfortable flex
Cons:
- No PW
- Minimal offset
Overall Rating: 92/100
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3. Pinemeadow Pre 3 Wedge Pack
Selling Points
- U Groove technology
- Low kick point
- Tapering sole shape
Key Features
The cool thing about this wedge is that it has a very wide sole that tapers as it draws to the toe.
The result is a very forgiving wedge so we would say that this is a wedge congenial for beginners and intermediate players alike.
This Pinemeadow wedge is made from high-quality Apollo steel and it feels really good when you make solid contact with the ball.
Overall, it’s very forgiving and very satisfying. The shaft is made from stainless steel, is available in standard flex and is set to 64 degrees of loft.
Pros And Cons Of The Pinemeadow Wedges
Pros:
- Very forgiving
- Sounds great
- Feels great
Cons:
- Sand wedge has 12 degree bounce angle
- AW, SW, LW, and UW available
Overall Rating: 92/100
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4. LAZRUS Premium Forged Golf Wedge Set
Selling Points
- Micro milled technology
- Forged wedges
- Unique design
Key Features
This was a surprising set of wedges because they were so affordable but offered advanced features.
The micro milled face technology really steals the show. If you are looking for maximum spin control with your wedges but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg, these are for you.
They give you good bite on the ball and tolerable bounce angles.
They come with bounce angles of 8, 10 and 12 and loft degrees of 52, 56 and 60.
The milled faces also allow for a good amount of grind which contributes to the considerable spin control.
Pros And Cons Of The Lazurus Wedges
Pros:
- Accurate
- Available in right or left-handed
- Multiple loft options
Cons:
- Not for tournament play
- The milling is harsh on balls
Overall Rating: 91/100
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5. Wilson Harmonized Golf Wedge
Selling Points
- Tempered steel
- Plays well open-faced
- Unique bounce angle design
Key Features
We really liked this wedge because we like to open up the face on some approaches.
And this Wilson really allowed for maximum accuracy even on wide faced shots.
The sole grinding allows for wider angle shots without losing anything in the way of accuracy.
Both the shaft and the head are made from stainless steel and you can get it in either 56 or 60 degree loft versions.
The bounce angle on the 60 loft version is 10. You can choose a sand, lob or gap wedge but all the clubs have comfortable, low centers of gravity.
Pros And Cons Of The Wilson Wedges
Pros:
- Very forgiving
- Large face
- Great for high-handicappers
Cons:
- Limited spin control
- Hard on impacts
Overall Rating: 90/100
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6. Tour Edge Men’s TGS Triple Grind Sole Wedge
Selling Points
- TPE insert
- Low bounce
- CNC grooves
Key Features
You would think that the deep milled grooves of these wedges would make them illegal but they barely make the cut.
So with these wedges you get awesome spin control and great feel even on off-center shots.
The TPE insert effectively lowers the weight of the head and allows for superior vibration dampening.
If you like to feel all of your shots, this would be a great choice for you.
The shaft is stainless steel uniflex and you can choose between 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 or 60 loft versions.
Pros And Cons Of The Tour Edge Wedges
Pros:
- Triple sole grind
- Lightweight
- 2 finish choices
Cons:
- Draws left a bit
- Gives a thin “click” sound
Overall Rating: 89/100
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7. Harry Taylor Golf Club Series 405 Dimpled Wide Sole Wedge New
Selling Points
- Alloy steel design
- Dimpled sole
- Easy bounce
Key Features
The first thing you will notice when you look at or play this wedge is the dimpled sole.
This feature allows for better accuracy and swing mechanics even when you bite the ground fairly hard.
The face is also precision milled, yielding a truly flat surface.
This would be a great wedge for any beginner that needs to start learning the approach game.
It’s available in 52, 56, 60 and 64 degrees of loft so you can choose one that gets super high super easy.
The bounce angle is comfortable as is the overall feel thanks to the 303 steel.
Pros And Cons Of The Harry Taylor Wedges
Pros:
- Great for beginners
- Gliding bounce
- Milled grooves
Cons:
- Not great for fast swing speeds
- Not very forgiving
Overall rating: 89/100
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8. Extreme X5 Senior Men’s Complete Golf Wedge Set
Key Features
This is the best set for seniors. We wanted to include a set specifically for seniors and we think we found the best one.
The set comes with a lob wedge at 60 degrees, a gap wedge at 52 degrees and an approach wedge at 56 degrees.
The grips were very comfortable on these wedges and the senior flex provided enough support on slow swings.
They performed very well overall; providing good ball speed, accuracy and spin.
And the deep cavity backs help these wedges play as long as you need them too.
We were getting accurate distancing with these wedges. They sounded surprisingly well for a set of wedges that you can score for under $100 too.
Pros And Cons Of The Pinemeadow Wedges
Pros:
- Very affordable set
- Great for senior players
- Tight shot dispersion/li>
Cons:
- Hard to launch high
- Limited workability
Overall rating: 86/100
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9. Tour Grind Senior Men’s Complete Golf Wedge Set
Selling Points
- Pronounced offset
- Striking design
- Tour grind
Key Features
While these senior flex wedges didn’t perform as well overall as the last wedges we mentioned, they did do 2 very important things better.
First of all the pronounced offset hosel made these clubs very forgiving. The offset hosel really helped with tough lies.
Secondly, they launched higher. The lofts were pretty much the same but the face angle was much steeper so these wedges made it easier to get the ball high in the air.
The set comes with a gap wedge set to 52 degrees of loft, a sand wedge set to 56 degrees and a lob wedge set to 60 degrees.
They are also weighted nicely. Not all players will prefer the extra weight but it made the wedges easier to play on all kinds of turf. They performed consistently on long and short grass.
Pros And Cons Of The Tour Grind Wedges
Pros:
- Good consistency
- More forgiving
- Also very affordable
Cons:
- They’re a bit heavy
- Only come in right-handed
Overall Rating: 86/100
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10. GoSports Tour Pro Golf Wedge Set
Selling Points
- Milled face
- Premium design
- Tournament legal
Key Features
Last on our list is an offering from GoSports that will catch your eye. These wedges look way more expensive than they actually are.
You can snag a complete set which includes a gap wedge at 52 degrees, a sand wedge at 57 degrees and a lob wedge at 60 degrees for just around $100.
They feature a brushed steel head design that looks terrific. There are machined grooves in the face that help with spin control and overall feel.
And the GS Tour Pro grips complete the premium feel of these affordable clubs.
The gap wedge has a bounce angle of 8 degrees, the sand wedge is 12 degrees and the lob wedge is 10 degrees.
Pros And Cons Of The Go Sports Wedges
Pros:
- Comes in black or brushed steel finishes
- Stainless steel shafts
- Bottom weighted
Cons:
- Not for slower swing speeds
- Doesn’t help with fading
Overall Rating: 85/100
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Some Final Thoughts
In the end, you will have to go out and play with different wedges to really figure out what you like.
It’s only through experience that you figure out which grinds, bounce angles and grooves you prefer.
Also, please note that our list features a mix of tournament legal and illegal wedges.
But what they all have in common is that they are affordable.
These were the best quality wedges we could find within a reasonable price range and they all have merits in their own rights.
So check one or all of them out for yourself, hit the course and let em’ rip.
Aidan Lehane is a serial entrepreneur and scratch golfer who loves to get out on the course as often as possible. Aidan loves testing out new golf products and bringing his views to the public. I am not a pro yet but my handicap is improving every year and the new equipment always helps!
