Your golf clubs are worth what a buyer will pay for that exact model, in that condition, right now. The four things that decide it are the model, how old it is, its condition and how much demand there is for it. The fastest way to get a real number is an instant quote from our golf club trade-in value calculator, which takes about a minute.
How do I find out what my golf clubs are worth?
- Identify exactly what you have. Brand, model, club type, loft, shaft and flex. The model name is usually on the sole or the back of the head. Our guide on how to identify your golf clubs covers the tricky ones.
- Be honest about condition. Look at the face, the sole, the crown on woods, the grooves on irons and wedges, the grip and the shaft. Our calculator uses four grades: New, Above Average, Average and Below Average.
- Get a quote. Enter the club in the trade-in calculator and you get an instant cash and store credit value.
- Compare if you want to. If you are thinking about selling it yourself, look at sold listings on marketplaces, not asking prices. Asking prices tell you what people hope to get. Sold prices tell you what buyers actually paid.
What makes golf clubs lose value?
- New releases. The biggest drop usually comes when the next version of a model launches. Most of the major brands announce new drivers and irons early in the year, so values often dip in the first few months of a new season.
- Wear that affects performance. Worn grooves on wedges, face wear on irons, cracks, dents and sky marks on woods, and bent or damaged shafts.
- Missing pieces. An iron set missing a club is worth less than a complete one.
- Low demand specs. Unusual lengths, very stiff or very soft shafts, and some left-handed clubs have fewer buyers, although lefty clubs are also harder to find, which can help.
Which golf clubs hold their value best?
In our experience buying and selling thousands of used clubs, recent drivers and fairway woods from the major brands, premium putters (Scotty Cameron in particular) and recent iron sets in good condition hold value best. Wedges lose value faster because the grooves wear out with use. Very old clubs are usually worth little, with exceptions for collectible models. Pre-1990 Ping Eye 2 irons with square grooves, for example, have a real following.
Is it better to trade in golf clubs or sell them myself?
Selling privately can get you more money, but you pay for it in time: photos, listings, messages, meeting strangers or packing and shipping, marketplace fees and the occasional scam attempt. A trade-in gives you a fixed number in a minute, a prepaid shipping label on trade-ins of $50 or more (or a walk-in at our Farmers Branch showroom), and no back-and-forth. If you are upgrading anyway, trade-in credit usually closes most of the gap.
Should I take cash or store credit?
At GolfRoots, store credit is worth 10% more than cash. If you are buying another club, credit is the better deal. If you are done with golf for now, take the cash.
How can I get more for my golf clubs?
- Clean them. Dirt in the grooves and on the face can hide the real condition and lead to a lower grade.
- Trade complete sets together instead of splitting them up.
- Don't wait. A club is almost never worth more next year than it is today.
- Keep your headcovers and bags. We only take clubs for trade-in, so hang on to those or sell them separately.
- If another retailer quotes you more cash for the same club, we match it in GolfRoots credit. See the details on our trade-in page.
Trade in by brand
Brand-specific tips on identifying your clubs and what they're worth: Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping, Scotty Cameron, Odyssey, Cobra, Mizuno, PXG, Cleveland, Srixon, Bettinardi, L.A.B. Golf, Tour Edge and Wilson.
FAQ
Are old golf clubs worth anything?
Most clubs more than 15 to 20 years old are worth little for resale, but there are exceptions: classic putters, some collectible irons and complete sets that a beginner can use. Put them in the calculator or bring them by and we will take a look.
Where can I sell golf clubs near Dallas?
Walk in to our showroom in Farmers Branch, just north of Dallas, at 13260 Josey Ln, Suite 106, with your clubs. You can also start online with the trade-in calculator from anywhere in the US.
Can I trade in headcovers or golf bags?
No. We only take golf clubs for trade-in.
How much are used golf clubs worth compared to new?
It depends on the model and how long it has been out. A club that was released a few years ago usually sells used for a fraction of its original price, which is exactly why buying used is such good value. See are used golf clubs worth it.
Do I need the receipt or original packaging?
No. We identify and grade the clubs themselves.
By Benjamin Stromberg, Co-Founder, GolfRoots.
