Best MGI Golf Accessories Worth Buying First
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If you have bought an MGI electric golf cart - or you are about to - the next question is usually the same: which accessories are actually worth adding first?
That is the right question, because not every accessory matters equally. Some add-ons make your round easier straight away. Others are more “nice to have” than essential. So instead of trying to buy everything at once, the smarter move is to prioritise the MGI golf accessories that improve convenience, organisation and comfort from the first round.
The MGI Golf collection and wider golf accessories range at 360 Leisure include practical add-ons like storage bags, drinks holders, scorecard holders, umbrella holders and more premium extras like a rangefinder and golf bag. This guide will help you decide what is actually worth buying first, based on how you play and what will make the biggest difference on the course.
Quick answer: which MGI accessories should you buy first?
If you want the shortest answer, start with the accessories that improve your round every single time you play. For most golfers, that means a drinks holder, an accessories bag, and then either a scorecard holder or cooler and storage bag depending on how organised you like to be on the course.
After that, think about weather and comfort, which is where the MGI Zip Umbrella Holder becomes useful. Then, if you want to push into more premium extras, look at products like the MGI Sureshot 6000iPSM Rangefinder or the MGI Dri-Play Golf Bag.
Best first buys in order
Small, simple, and useful almost every round.
Keeps valuables and small essentials out of your pockets.
Best for organisation and on-course convenience.
Great if you often play in hot, windy or wet conditions.
Best if performance and a premium setup matter more.
Why accessories matter more than most golfers think
An electric golf cart already makes the round easier by taking the weight off your shoulders. But the right accessories make the full setup feel more complete and more practical. They reduce the little frustrations that build up across a round - nowhere to put your drink, valuables sitting in your pockets, scorecard and pencil floating around, or extra gear not being easy to access.
That is why the best accessories are not always the flashiest ones. They are the ones that quietly improve how smooth the round feels from tee to green.
1. Best first accessory for most golfers
If you only buy one accessory first, this is probably the one. It is simple, affordable, and useful every time you play. Having your drink within easy reach sounds like a small thing, but over 18 holes it makes a real difference to convenience and comfort.
For most golfers, this is one of the easiest “why didn’t I get this sooner?” accessories.
- Useful on almost every round
- Keeps hydration easy and accessible
- Simple way to improve everyday convenience
- Best low-cost first add-on
2. Best accessory for keeping essentials organised
This is one of the smartest first upgrades if you hate carrying small items in your pockets while you play. The Accessories Bag is designed to keep valuables secure and clipped to the cart frame, which makes the whole round feel tidier and more comfortable.
If you carry things like your phone, wallet, keys, tees or other small essentials, this is one of the most practical buys in the range.
- Great for valuables and small essentials
- Keeps your pockets clear while you play
- Clips onto the MGI frame for easy access
- One of the best practicality upgrades
3. Best accessory for golfers who want more organisation
If you like your setup to feel clean and organised, the scorecard holder is a very good early add-on. It gives you a proper place for your scorecard and small round essentials instead of leaving them loose or stuffed into different compartments.
This is especially worth it for golfers who enjoy a more structured setup and want the cart to feel complete, not just functional.
- Good for scorekeeping and small-item organisation
- Adds a more complete trolley setup feel
- Useful for golfers who like things in the right place
- Strong second or third accessory buy
4. Best accessory for longer rounds and better convenience
If you want one of the more useful “comfort and convenience” upgrades, this is a strong option. It combines storage with insulation, which makes it more versatile than a basic add-on. It is especially useful if you play longer rounds, carry snacks, or simply like a more self-sufficient setup on the course.
This is not the absolute first accessory most golfers need, but it becomes very worthwhile once you want the trolley to do more for you during the round.
- Great for snacks, drinks and extra storage
- Useful for longer rounds
- Makes the trolley feel more complete and premium
- Strong buy after the basics are covered
5. Best weather-related accessory
If you often play in strong sun, wind or occasional rain, an umbrella holder becomes more valuable than many golfers expect. It is not always the first thing to buy, but once you have played enough exposed rounds, it starts making a lot more sense.
For South African conditions, where bright sun and changing weather can both matter, this can be a smart comfort-focused add-on.
- Good for weather protection
- Useful in strong sun and light rain
- Best for golfers who play often in exposed conditions
- More of a comfort upgrade than a first essential
6. Best premium accessory if performance matters
MGI Sureshot 6000iPSM Rangefinder
This is not the first accessory most golfers need - but it may be the one serious golfers want. A rangefinder is less about trolley convenience and more about shot-making, confidence and course management.
If you are already happy with your core cart setup and want to add something that supports performance, this is where the conversation shifts from convenience to game improvement.
- Best for golfers who care about performance details
- Good premium add-on after the practical basics
- More of a serious-player purchase than a first buy
- Strong choice if you want a more complete golf tech setup
What about the MGI Dri-Play Golf Bag?
The MGI Dri-Play Golf Bag sits slightly differently from the other accessories because it is more of a core golf setup item than a small trolley add-on. It is worth considering if you want a more complete MGI-based setup, but it is not what most golfers should buy first after getting a cart.
In other words, it is a good upgrade item, just not usually one of the first two or three accessories to prioritise.
What should you buy first by golfer type?
Start with the Drinks Holder, then the Accessories Bag.
Add the Accessories Bag and Scorecard Holder first.
Prioritise the Cooler & Storage Bag after the basics.
Add the Umbrella Holder early.
Look at the Rangefinder once your core setup is sorted.
Common mistakes people make when buying MGI accessories
Buying premium extras before solving the basics
A rangefinder is great, but if you still do not have easy storage or hydration sorted, you are probably buying in the wrong order.
Trying to buy everything at once
The better move is to build out the setup in stages based on how you actually use the cart.
Ignoring your playing habits
A golfer who walks often in hot conditions may need different accessories from someone who plays occasionally and mostly wants organisation.
Thinking all accessories are equally important
They are not. Some improve every round. Others are more occasional or more premium.
Final thoughts
The best MGI golf accessories worth buying first are the ones that make your round easier every single time you play. For most golfers, that starts with the MGI Zip Drinks Holder and the MGI Accessories Bag. After that, the Scorecard Holder and Cooler & Storage Bag are strong next steps depending on your style of play.
If you want weather protection, add the Umbrella Holder. And if performance matters more than convenience upgrades, the Sureshot 6000iPSM Rangefinder is a smart premium addition.
The key is not buying the most accessories. It is buying the right ones in the right order.
Shop MGI golf accessories at 360 Leisure
Ready to build out the right setup for your MGI cart?
- Browse Golf Accessories
- Browse the full MGI Golf range
- Shop the MGI Zip Drinks Holder
- Shop the MGI Accessories Bag
- Shop the MGI Zip Cooler & Storage Bag
- Shop the MGI Zip Umbrella Holder
- Shop the MGI Sureshot 6000iPSM Rangefinder
Frequently Asked Questions
What MGI golf accessory should I buy first? ▾
For most golfers, the best first buy is the MGI Zip Drinks Holder because it is affordable, practical and useful on almost every round.
Is the MGI Accessories Bag worth it? ▾
Yes. It is one of the most practical early upgrades because it keeps valuables and small essentials secure and off your person while you play.
Should I buy the Cooler & Storage Bag early? ▾
Usually after the basics. It is a very useful upgrade, especially for longer rounds, but most golfers should sort out hydration and small-item storage first.
Is the umbrella holder worth buying? ▾
It can be very worthwhile if you play often in strong sun, exposed wind or light rain. It is more of a comfort upgrade than a universal first buy.
What is the best premium MGI accessory? ▾
If performance matters most, the MGI Sureshot 6000iPSM Rangefinder is the standout premium add-on. If convenience matters more, the Cooler & Storage Bag is a strong premium-style upgrade.