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What independent testing reveals
Golf Monthly’s Genelle Aldred found the FX3 an easy way to save energy while walking, with straightforward operation and a lightweight battery. It suits golfers who want dependable powered assistance with little distraction. Her strong endurance result came from the larger battery she tested, so choose the battery option carefully.
Source: Golf Monthly — Genelle Aldred.
Read the detailed findings and test limitations
The tested 36-hole battery lasted around two and a half rounds in her use. This is not a guarantee for the smaller battery or for different terrain. The review covers an earlier FX3 version; match folding and control details to today’s model.
The report describes the model and software available during its original test. Check the version, current software access and supplied equipment before buying; historical prices are not current purchase terms.
The 30-second verdict
A simple, well-priced trolley with a color screen and the option of electronic braking. The EBS version is the one to choose for hilly courses.
Buy it if
- You want a low-cost trolley with a screen
- You play hilly courses and want EBS
- You like PowaKaddy’s anti-tamper dial
Look elsewhere if
- You need a compact fold (see the CT6)
- You want GPS
- You want the cheapest option (see the FX1)
Why this score
Our score: 91/100. Evidence-led editorial assessment drawing on manufacturer documentation, independent published testing, owner experience where useful, current equipment market information and comparative analysis. The score is our buying judgement, not a measured performance margin.
What supports the recommendation
- Colour screen at a low price
- EBS option for hills
Main trade-offs: Long folded length; Small screen with basic information.
Evidence: PowaKaddy · Golf Monthly review. How we use evidence · How we score
Key specifications
| Screen | 2.3-inch full-color widescreen showing speed and battery |
|---|---|
| Controls | Anti-tamper dial |
| EBS | Optional Electronic Braking System |
| Battery | Standard (18 holes), Extended (36 holes) or XL Plus |
| Folded size | 805 × 560 × 346 mm |
| Weight | 9.6 kg without battery |
| Warranty | 2 years on the trolley; 5 years pro rata on the battery |
Manufacturer and retailer figures, checked September 2026. Sources: PowaKaddy · Golf Monthly review
Why it stands out
The FX3 keeps the FX range’s simple dial and adds a small color screen showing speed and battery level. The EBS version controls the trolley’s speed on steep downhill slopes.
Like the FX1 it folds long rather than compact. If boot space is tight, the CT6 is worth the extra.
Pros and cons
What works well
- Colour screen at a low price
- EBS option for hills
- Simple controls
What to consider
- Long folded length
- Small screen with basic information
- No GPS
Owning it: warranty, returns and rules
| Manufacturer warranty | 2 years on the trolley; 5 years pro rata on the battery (see the specifications above). |
|---|---|
| Battery and charger | Check whether the price includes the 18-hole or the 36-hole lithium battery, and the charger. They change the price and how far you can go between charges. |
Warranty and returns terms checked 5 October 2026. Retailers and manufacturers can change them, so check before you buy.
Alternatives to consider
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Questions buyers ask
What does EBS mean on the FX3?
Electronic Braking System: it controls speed and braking on steep downhill slopes.
FX3 or FX1?
The FX3 adds a color screen and an EBS option.
Does the FX3 fold small?
Not especially: PowaKaddy quotes 805 × 560 × 346 mm. See the CT6 for a compact fold.