The 6 Best Golf Ball Shaggers

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Whether on a personal putting green or the driving range, cleaning up after yourself is a necessary evil when it comes to working on your game. But the more time you spend rounding up balls, the less you spend golfing. These ball shaggers make that chore a breeze and help keep you organized. And, because you don't have to bend over to use them, your knees and back will thank you. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Whether on a personal putting green or the driving range, cleaning up after yourself is a necessary evil when it comes to working on your game. But the more time you spend rounding up balls, the less you spend golfing. These ball shaggers make that chore a breeze and help keep you organized. And, because you don't have to bend over to use them, your knees and back will thank you. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Madewell Bag Shag

Built to last, the Madewell Bag Shag (about $31) features a solid brass zipper on the durable canvas reservoir, a strong aluminum tube, and stainless steel clips that pick up the balls. The manufacturer is so confident in its construction that it provides a five-year warranty.

Available in four colors
Holds a whopping 80 balls
Helps minimize back strain

2. ProActive Sports Practice Stick

Ideal for budget-conscious players, the ProActive Sports Practice Stick (around $12) securely holds up to 23 balls and can fit in your bag next to your clubs. It is made of durable plastic and is lightweight and easy to use, and it can even pick up Wiffle balls.

Easy-release mechanism
Balls do not fall out unexpectedly
Less bulky than some other options

3. Posma Bundle

The Posma Bundle (around $63) is meant for multi-ball chipping and putting practice, as well as for players who occasionally need to pull a ball from a water trap. It comes with an aluminum and nylon shag tool and a retriever on a telescoping pole that extends to over 6 feet long.

Also includes a swing trainer
Comes with golf bag rain cover
Convenient carrying bag

4. Callaway Pro Caddie

The Callaway Pro Caddie (about $40) doubles as a feeder, as it lets out one ball at a time when you tap a lever with your club, so you can focus on each individual practice swing. Then, when you're finished, use the device to pick up and hold up to 35 balls.

Sturdy plastic construction
Easy to wash with a garden hose
No way to release all balls at once

5. Finger Ten Retriever

If you're looking for extra portability, the Finger Ten Retriever (appx. $23) breaks down into two pieces by unscrewing the tube from the bag so you can stash it just about anywhere. When assembled, it feels and looks well made and should stand up to lots of use.

Includes a cleaning towel
Holds up to 60 balls
Pick-up mechanism stiff initially

6. JP Lann

Made of aluminum and a tear-resistant nylon bag that holds up to 75 balls, the JP Lann (about $20) is durable and light, weighing in at just over a pound. That means you'll wear yourself out by practicing swings, not by picking up balls, which is just the way you want it.

Great value for the price
Comfortable formed handle
Zipper could be better quality

Last updated by Joseph Perry

An avid reader and outdoors enthusiast, Joe earned his doctorate in literary studies before making the lateral leap from academia to technical writing. He now lives and works in the inter-mountain West where he creates technical and marketing content, including white papers, solution briefs, and courseware for some of the world’s largest information technology companies. With more than 14 years of experience in the field, he has learned more than he ever thought he would know about such enterprise IT topics as cloud computing, storage, databases, business software, and networking. When he’s not writing about business computing, he can be found outdoors, probably hiking with his family and dog.

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