Wedges guide · 2027

Best budget wedges

Updated November 9, 20262027 news checked November 9, 2026

Budget wedges tested close to, and sometimes ahead of, premium models in 2026.

Top picks of 2026

Placeholder list: These are the top picks of 2026, not 2027. 2027 models aren't in stores or independently tested yet. We'll replace this list as 2027 clubs are released and reviewed.

#	Club	Best for	Price
1	Kirkland Signature GEN3 Forged	Tied top score (9.1)	$199.99 for 3
2	Takomo Skyforger 002	Best budget	$99
3	Maxfli XCW	Most consistent	$129.99

#1 · Tied top score (9.1)

Kirkland Signature GEN3 Forged

$199.99 for 3 list price

Tied for MyGolfSpy's top wedge score, sold as a set at Costco.

Source: MyGolfSpy, Best Wedges of 2026

#2 · Best budget

Takomo Skyforger 002

$99 list price

Independent Golf Reviews' budget pick.

Source: Independent Golf Reviews, Best Wedges (updated Oct 2, 2026)

#3 · Most consistent

Maxfli XCW

$129.99 list price

Won MyGolfSpy's consistency category.