If you are looking for an electric companion for your round of golf, you will come across many terms: golf trolley, golf caddy, golf cart, golf buggy, golf scooter. Depending on the region and the retailer, they do not always mean the same thing. In this guide we sort out the terms, show typical differences between German-speaking and English-speaking countries and explain which GOOTER category fits which term.
The key terms at a glance
| Term | Usually means |
|---|---|
| Golf trolley | A wheeled carrier for your golf bag; manual or electric |
| Electric golf trolley | A trolley with a motor and battery that you walk alongside |
| Golf caddy | Often a trolley in retail; originally a person who carries the bag (caddie) |
| Golf cart / golf buggy | A vehicle with a seat that you ride in |
| Golf scooter | A device you ride standing or seated that carries your bag |
Golf trolley
A golf trolley is the general term for a wheeled carrier on which your golf bag sits. There are push and pull trolleys without a motor and electric trolleys with a battery. Electric trolleys accompany you on foot, either by remote control or in follow mode.
Golf caddy
The term caddy has two meanings. In traditional golf, a caddie is a person who carries your bag and can advise you. In retail, however, golf caddy is also used as a name for trolleys, particularly electric models. Pay attention to the context when you read it.
Golf cart and golf buggy
A golf cart (also called a golf buggy) is a vehicle with a seat that you ride in yourself. It is considerably larger than a trolley. At many courses its use is restricted and depends on the course rules. In retail, smaller, foldable seated models are also called golf carts, for example the E-CadCruiser Pro.
Golf scooter
A golf scooter is a rideable device that carries your bag and that you stand or sit on yourself. It sits between a trolley and a cart. The GOOTER golf scooters include the E-CadPro, the BalancePro and the SeatStand 3.0.
Regional differences
In English-speaking countries the terms are not used the same way everywhere. In Britain and Ireland, trolley is the usual word for the carrier that holds the bag; buggy or golf cart often means the seated vehicle. In the USA, golf cart is mostly used for the vehicle with a seat, while push cart and pull cart are common for trolleys. If you compare international offers, it is therefore worth looking at the photos and the data sheet.
This classification is a rough guide. In everyday use, retailers and players also mix the terms.
Walking, standing or sitting: how do you want to get around?
Whatever the term, a simple question helps: how do you want to move around the course?
| You want to ... | Suitable device | Example |
|---|---|---|
| walk and have the bag carried | Electric golf trolley | E-CadOne (899 EUR) |
| walk and steer the trolley by remote control | Trolley with remote control | E-CadLight Carbon Remote (1.499 EUR), remote control up to approx. 70 m |
| walk and let the trolley follow you | Follow trolley | E-CadFollow Light (1.999 EUR), E-Cad Follow App Pro (2.299 EUR) |
| ride standing | Golf scooter | E-CadPro (2.599 EUR) |
| ride seated | Cart or scooter with seat | E-CadCruiser Pro (2.199 EUR), SeatStand 3.0 (2.999 EUR) |
Which GOOTER category fits which term?
| If you are looking for ... | this category fits | Models |
|---|---|---|
| Electric golf trolley, golf caddy | Electric golf trolleys | E-CadOne, E-CadLight, follow models |
| Golf scooter | Golf scooters | E-CadPro, BalancePro, SeatStand 3.0 |
| Cart with seat | Electric golf carts with seat | E-CadCruiser Pro |
Frequently asked questions
Is a golf caddy the same as a golf trolley?
In retail, often yes. In golf, a caddie originally means a person who carries the bag.
What is the difference between a golf trolley and a golf cart?
A trolley carries the bag while you walk. On a cart you ride along yourself.
Which GOOTER devices are in stock?
All devices except the BalancePro are in stock, with delivery usually within 7 business days and EU-wide shipping. The BalancePro is available on request. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout.
Conclusion and recommendation
If you want to walk and be relieved of the weight, an electric golf trolley is the right fit. If you want to ride standing or seated, look at the golf scooters and the cart with a seat. The categories electric golf trolleys, golf scooters and electric golf carts with seat give you a quick overview. For a direct model comparison, see the electric golf trolley comparison.
