Mens Golf Waterproof Jacket: 4 Best Picks from £39.95

The best mens golf waterproof jacket for most players is the ProQuip Aqualite Pro at £84.95. It is light, stretchy, quiet in the swing and backed by a 3-year waterproof guarantee. If you want a matching set, the Calvin Klein jacket at £69.95 pairs with waterproof trousers. If you walk in heavy rain, the Craghoppers Pandion at £59.95 has the highest ratings here. If money is tight, the Craghoppers Gryffin at £39.95 still gives you a 10,000mm waterproof rating. A good pick has a stated waterproof rating of at least 10,000mm, sealed seams and fabric that stretches without rustling.

Buying waterproofs online is harder than it looks. Prices run from under £40 to well over £300, and the jargon about membranes, millimetres and breathability makes two very different jackets sound identical. A cheap jacket that leaks at the seams ruins a round, and a premium one can be more than a Sunday four-ball needs.

This article ranks four jackets from MoreSports on their listed specs, guarantees and prices, not on brand name. All four are in stock. Two are golf-specific and two are hiking jackets that work well on the course, and I say which is which. After the four picks, a short guide explains ratings, price tiers and waterproof trousers, so you can finish your decision here.

1. ProQuip Aqualite Pro, best all-round pick

The ProQuip Aqualite Pro is the jacket to buy first if you play most weeks, because it is built for golf and carries the longest guarantee of the four.

Key features

At £84.95, reduced from £120, you get a soft-touch stretch outer, ultra-lightweight fabric and waterproof zips. The listing does not state a waterproof rating, so check the product page if you often play through long downpours.

• 3-year waterproof guarantee
• Swing-Silent Technology to reduce fabric noise
• Adjustable side tabs and a shockcord drawstring at the waist
• Highly breathable and easy to pack away

Who it suits

It suits regular golfers who want one jacket for every season. The stretch fabric lets you swing freely over a mid layer, and the quiet fabric helps if jacket rustle distracts you on the backswing.

A 3-year guarantee tells you more about a jacket's seams and fabric than any logo does.

It comes in black only, in sizes S to 4XL. The low weight makes it a good fit for walkers carrying a bag and trolley users alike.

2. Calvin Klein Full Zip, best for a matching set

The Calvin Klein Mens Full Zip Waterproof Jacket suits you if you want a clean, minimal look and matching trousers, at £69.95 against a regular £160.

Key features

This jacket has a stated 10,000mm waterproof rating, plus windproof construction and a chin guard that stops the zip rubbing your neck. The front zips are seam sealed, and a mesh lining at the front helps airflow.

• 1-year waterproof warranty
• Two front zipped pockets with seam-sealed zips
• Inner comfort cuff with Velcro fastening
• Noiseless technology and toggle fastening
• 100% polyester

Who it suits

It suits golfers who play in typical British showers and steady rain and want something that looks smart in the clubhouse. The warranty is shorter than ProQuip's, so you are paying for the look and the pairing as much as the protection.

The matching Calvin Klein Waterproof Trousers cost £69.95, so a full set comes to £139.90 against a combined regular price of £260.

Buying the jacket and trousers together can save you more than £120 off regular prices.

The jacket comes in black or navy, in sizes S to 4XL.

3. Craghoppers Pandion, best for heavy rain

The Craghoppers Pandion has the highest ratings of the four, at 15,000mm waterproof and 30,000g/m2/24hrs breathability, for £59.95 (regular price £125). It is a hiking shell, not a golf-cut jacket.

Key features

The stretch ripstop fabric has fully taped seams and a plant-based water-repellent finish. The outer fabric is 100% recycled polyester. Craghoppers rates its AquaDry fabric for moderate to heavy downpours.

• 15,000mm waterproof, 30,000g/m2/24hrs breathable
• Adjustable grown-on hood with a stormflap behind the zip
• Four pockets, including a zipped security pocket
• Adjustable hem and stud cuff adjusters
• 29.5" length

Who it suits

It suits golfers who also hike, or who play exposed courses where the rain does not let up. The relaxed fit and grown-on hood are made for walking, so check your swing room before you rely on it for a competition round.

If you only keep one jacket for walking and golf, the Pandion's ratings are the strongest in this list.

MoreSports accepts returns of unused items within 90 days, so try it on indoors and make a swing in front of a mirror. It comes in Blue Stone / Pimento Red or Earthenware Brown, in sizes S to 2XL.

4. Craghoppers Gryffin, best on a tight budget

The Craghoppers Mens Gryffin Waterproof Jacket is the cheapest pick here, at £39.95 against a regular £125, and it matches the Calvin Klein jacket's 10,000mm waterproof rating.

Key features

The stretch AquaDry membrane construction gives you 10,000mm waterproofing and 10,000g/m2/24hrs breathability. It weighs 555g and is made from 100% polyester, with roughly 55 recycled bottles in each jacket.

• Two-way waterproof zip
• Grown-on hood
• Three pockets
• 30" length
• Stretch construction

Who it suits

It suits occasional golfers, or anyone who wants a spare jacket in the boot for sudden showers. At 555g it is not a featherweight, so a dedicated golf shell will feel lighter in the swing.

The Gryffin proves you do not need to spend £100 to get a jacket that handles ordinary British rain.

It comes in Avalanche Blue, Black, Orange or Green. The listed sizes are S, M, XL and 2XL, so large builds should check the product page for availability before ordering.

How to choose waterproof golf clothing

Choose on three things: the stated waterproof rating, how the seams and zips are sealed, and how quietly the fabric moves when you swing.

Ratings and fabrics that matter

The waterproof rating, measured in millimetres, shows how much water pressure the fabric resists. Breathability, measured in g/m2/24hrs, shows how well sweat escapes. Sealed or taped seams matter as much as the rating, because water gets in through stitching first. Premium jackets use GORE-TEX, and lined GORE-TEX adds warmth for cold days.

Pick the rating for the weather you actually play in, not the highest number on the shelf.

What you pay at each level

Prices fall into clear tiers, and the jump to premium is large. The jackets above sit at the budget and mid end, and the premium end is for players who want GORE-TEX and a brand name.

Trousers, layering and care

Jackets only protect half of you. The Calvin Klein Mens Waterproof Trousers (£69.95) are rated to 5,000mm, with sealed seams, Silent Swing technology and leg zips with Velcro adjusters. They come in Short, Regular and Long lengths, in sizes S to 5XL. For heavier rain on the walk, the Craghoppers Kiwi Pro II trousers (£49.95) are rated to 8,000mm, but they are walking trousers rather than golf-cut.

Wash your waterproofs now and then. Dirt can compromise water repellency, and manufacturers such as Galvin Green recommend laundering. Avoid adding embroidery or crests to a jacket, as stitching through the membrane can cause leaks.

Which jacket should you buy?

For most golfers, the ProQuip Aqualite Pro is the safest buy. It is made for golf and has the longest guarantee. Choose the Calvin Klein jacket if you want a matching set, the Pandion if you face heavy rain and hike too, and the Gryffin if £39.95 is your limit. Whichever you pick, check the waterproof rating and the sizes before you order.

You can browse the full waterproof golf clothing range at MoreSports. UK delivery is free over £25, and unused items can be returned within 90 days.