TaylorMade Pro Cart 6.0 Review: a light, practical cart bag that keeps things simple

I’ve been using this TaylorMade Pro Cart 6.0 (charcoal) for a few rounds now, on a push trolley and once on a buggy, and I’ll be straight: it’s a practical, no-drama cart bag. If you’re expecting fancy gimmicks or luxury leather touches, that’s not what this is. It’s a nylon/polyester workhorse that’s built to sit on a trolley and make your life easier during a round. And on that, it delivers pretty well.

What struck me first is the weight. At around 2.6 kg, for a cart bag with 14 dividers and 9 pockets, it feels pretty light when you grab it in the car or move it around the garage. It’s not a carry bag despite what the spec line says, and you won’t want to walk 18 holes with it on your back, but for loading/unloading and getting it on the trolley, it’s easy enough. No struggle, no feeling you’re dragging a suitcase.

On the course, I mainly noticed how organised everything is. The 14-way top with a separate putter well means every club has its place. No clattering, no fighting with grips stuck together. If you’re a bit obsessive about your setup – driver top left, wedges bottom right, etc. – this layout is pretty satisfying. You can see everything at a glance, which speeds up play a bit and just makes the round smoother.

It’s not perfect, though. Some details feel a bit basic, like the look and some of the materials. It’s clearly designed more for function than for style. But honestly, for the current price range and seeing it sits high in the cart bag rankings with solid reviews, I’d say it’s a good, sensible choice for someone who plays regularly, uses a trolley, and wants something light, tidy, and not overpriced.

In terms of value, the TaylorMade Pro Cart 6.0 sits in a sweet spot. It’s not in the bargain-basement range, but it’s also not priced like the high-end tour bags. Given what you get – 14-way top, 9 pockets, light weight, decent materials, and a known brand – the price feels fair. The Amazon rating around 4.8/5 with a lot of reviews backs that up: most people seem to feel they got good value out of it.

Compared to other cart bags I’ve used in a similar price bracket, this one holds up well. Some competitors give you slightly fancier looks but cut corners on pocket layout or weight. Here, the functionality per euro is pretty high. You’re paying mainly for practicality: space, organisation, and ease of use on a trolley. There’s no real “luxury tax” for flashy design or unnecessary extras. If you’re not bothered about your bag looking like a tour staff bag, this is a more sensible choice.

Where the value drops a bit is if you’re hoping for a bag that can do both carry and cart duty. In that case, you might be better off with a hybrid or a lighter stand bag. This TaylorMade is clearly aimed at people who use a trolley or buggy most of the time. If that’s you, it’s good value for money. If you’re a walker who only occasionally uses a cart, you might feel you’re paying for features (like the cart-focused base) that you don’t fully use.

Overall, I’d rate the value as strong for regular trolley users. You get a light, practical, and reasonably durable bag from a big brand, at a price that doesn’t feel silly. There are cheaper options out there, but many of them cut corners in areas that matter, like divider quality or pocket layout. For the balance of price, performance, and brand reliability, this one makes sense.

Design-wise, the Pro Cart 6.0 in charcoal is pretty low-key. It’s mostly dark grey with some lighter accents and TaylorMade branding. Nothing flashy, nothing that screams for attention on the first tee. Personally, I like that – it blends in and looks decent on any trolley, whether you’ve got a basic push cart or a more expensive electric model. If you’re into bright colours and bold patterns, this one will probably feel a bit boring, but at least it doesn’t clash with anything.

The main design focus is clearly on trolley use. The base is flat and stable, and it sits securely in the trolley brackets. The integrated grab handles on the top are genuinely useful. When you’re lifting it from the car boot or adjusting it on the trolley, those side handles plus the front handle make a big difference. You’re not wrestling with a heavy lump; you can actually control it with one hand while you tighten the straps with the other.

The pocket layout is mostly forward-facing, which matters if you leave the bag on the trolley all the time. You can access most zips while the bag is strapped in, including the cooler pocket and ball pocket. That sounds basic, but some bags still mess this up and hide key pockets against the trolley frame. Here, you can get what you need mid-round without unstrapping anything, which is exactly how a cart bag should work.

My only real knock on the design is that it’s a bit “generic TaylorMade cart bag” – nothing that stands out, and a couple of pockets feel a bit similar in size and shape. A dedicated, clearly lined valuables pocket would have been nice, and maybe a slightly more structured area for rangefinder or GPS. But that’s nitpicking. Overall, the design is practical and thought through for actual use, not for photos. It looks fine, works well on a trolley, and the layout makes sense once you’ve done one round with it.

Let’s be clear: this is marketed as a cart bag, and that’s how you should use it. There is no proper double-strap carry system like on a stand bag, and walking 18 holes with this on your shoulder would be a pain. The spec line saying “Carry Golf Bag” is a bit misleading – it’s really a trolley/battery cart bag. For that role, though, it’s pretty comfortable to move around and handle.

The integrated grab handles at the top are genuinely useful. When you’re lifting it from the car or hoisting it onto a trolley, you’ve got multiple grip points that feel natural. The top handles on each side plus the front handle let you control the angle easily. I’ve had older cart bags where you end up awkwardly hugging the thing to move it; this one is much more manageable. The light weight (2.6 kg empty) helps a lot too – even fully loaded with clubs, balls, and gear, it’s not a back-breaker for short distances.

On the trolley, comfort is more about stability and access than anything else. The base sits nicely in the trolley cradle, and I didn’t have any twisting or rotating even on sloped paths, as long as the straps were reasonably tight. Being able to reach most pockets without fiddling with the bag is a big plus. You’re not constantly bending, unstrapping, or wrestling with it to get to your stuff, which makes the round feel easier on the body overall.

If you’re someone who sometimes carries and sometimes uses a trolley, this might not be the best single-bag solution, because carrying this for long distances isn’t pleasant. The single strap is okay for short moves – car to practice area, locker room to trolley – but that’s it. For pure cart users, though, the comfort level is exactly where it should be: easy to move, easy to handle, and no nonsense once it’s strapped in.

The bag is made from nylon and polyester, and you can feel that right away: it’s light, slightly stiff in places, and not trying to imitate leather or anything fancy. The fabric feels similar to what you see on a lot of mid-range cart bags – not premium tour-level thickness, but not flimsy either. When you grab it by the side, it holds its shape reasonably well and doesn’t collapse like some super-light carry bags.

The zips are actually better than I expected at this price. They’re not buttery smooth like on high-end bags, but they don’t snag, and the pulls are big enough to use with a glove on. After filling all nine pockets with balls, gloves, snacks, and waterproofs, nothing felt like it was under too much strain. The seams look tidy and there were no loose threads on mine out of the box, which is always a good sign for long-term use.

About the water resistance: some reviews say “waterproof”, but I’d call it more “water-resistant”. Light rain and damp conditions are fine – the fabric beads water reasonably well, and the included rain hood for the clubs does its job. But I wouldn’t rely on this bag alone in a full-on downpour for several hours. The zips aren’t seam-sealed like true waterproof bags. So it’s okay for typical UK-style drizzle and showers, but if you play a lot in heavy rain, you might want extra covers or just accept that some things in the pockets might get a bit damp.

Overall, the materials feel solid for the price. You’re not paying for luxury, but you’re not getting bargain-bin quality either. It’s a practical choice: light enough to handle easily, strong enough to survive regular golf use, and the fabric should hold up well if you’re not throwing it around. For a cart bag that’s meant to live on a trolley and in the boot of the car, I’m pretty satisfied with the material quality.

Durability-wise, I’d call this bag solid but not indestructible. The nylon/polyester fabric feels like it will handle regular use without much drama: loading in and out of the car, bouncing around on a trolley, the odd scrape against a wall or a path rail. It’s not the thickest fabric I’ve ever seen on a golf bag, but it’s far from flimsy. After several rounds and some general abuse, there were no scuffs, no fraying seams, and the structure of the bag still felt firm.

The zips are often the first weak point on cheaper bags, but here they feel decent. Time will tell, of course, but after stuffing the pockets full and opening/closing them repeatedly, everything still runs smoothly. The zip pulls are sturdy enough and don’t feel like they’ll snap off at the first sign of tension. The top dividers are also well-built: no signs of the fabric separating or the plastic underneath bending, even with a full set of clubs pushed in and out all day.

The base and handles feel particularly robust. The top grab handles are reinforced and don’t flex uncomfortably when lifting a fully loaded bag. The base doesn’t show any early signs of cracking or warping, which sometimes happens with cheaper plastic after a few months. This bag has been around since 2018 and still sells well, which usually means it’s not falling apart for most people after one season.

The only caveat: if you play in very wet conditions a lot, the fabric and zips might show wear faster, simply because it’s not a true fully waterproof design. You’ll want to dry it properly after wet rounds to avoid mildew or early ageing of the fabric. But for a typical amateur who plays weekends and maybe a midweek round, I’d expect this bag to last several seasons without major issues. It feels like a reliable, long-term option rather than something you’ll be replacing in a year.

On the course, the Pro Cart 6.0’s biggest strength is organisation. The 14-way top keeps every club separate, so you don’t get that annoying tangle of grips at the bottom. I run a full 14-club setup with a chunky putter grip, and everything slides in and out easily. The dedicated putter well is wide enough and deep enough so the putter feels secure but doesn’t get lost in the middle of the set. After a few holes, you get used to where each club lives, and it speeds things up a bit.

The pockets do their job well. The ball pocket is big enough for a dozen balls plus extras, the apparel pocket swallows a full set of waterproofs and a spare jumper, and the cooler pocket actually keeps a couple of drinks reasonably cool during a round. I’ve used that cooler compartment more than I expected – it’s one of those features that feels a bit gimmicky at first, but once you start dropping a bottle and a snack in there, it becomes part of the routine.

Stability on the trolley is good. I used it on a standard two-wheel push trolley and on a more solid three-wheel model, and in both cases it sat firmly once strapped in. No twisting, no bouncing off on rough paths. The base seems designed to match most cart brackets, and the bag’s height works fine – clubs are easy to reach without feeling like you’re bending too low or stretching too high.

In practice, the bag just gets out of the way and lets you play. You’re not constantly fighting with zips, digging for items, or re-positioning it on the trolley. That’s really what I want from a cart bag: it holds my stuff, keeps clubs sorted, stays put, and doesn’t annoy me. It’s not packed with fancy features, but it covers the basics well, which for most amateur golfers is exactly what’s needed.

Out of the box, the TaylorMade Pro Cart 6.0 is pretty straightforward: one main cart bag, no weird accessories, and the rain cover is tucked into one of the pockets. That last bit is worth mentioning because a lot of people think it’s missing at first. You get a 14-way top, an extra-large putter well, 9 pockets in total, and some integrated handles to help you lift it on and off the trolley. That’s basically the full package – no strap system aimed at full-time carrying, no tech, just a classic cart setup.

The size is fairly standard for a cart bag: the top is about 10 inches, which is enough space for a full set plus maybe an extra wedge or two without the clubs feeling cramped. I run a full 14-club setup and there’s still a bit of breathing room. The putter well is wide enough even for a thick grip, which is good if you’ve got a fat SuperStroke-style grip. No forcing it in, no rubbing on the sides.

In terms of pockets, you get enough for most golfers: clothing, balls, valuables, a cooler-style pocket (handy for drinks), and a few smaller ones for tees, rangefinder, gloves, etc. There isn’t some crazy hidden storage system; it’s pretty obvious what each pocket is for, which I actually like. After one round, I already knew where everything was. You’re not hunting for your tees or your GPS between shots.

Overall, the presentation is simple and functional. You pick it up, you know exactly what you’re dealing with. No learning curve, no overcomplicated features. For someone who wants to throw it on a trolley and play, it’s more than enough. If you like bags full of clever magnetic pockets and fancy trim, you might find this a bit plain, but in terms of basic golf use, it’s all there.