Best Putting Mats 2025: 7 Indoor Greens for Lowering Scores

Shooting lower scores on the golf courses isn’t that hard.

We all inherently know what to do if we want to go low, yet very few of us actually do it.

What is it?

Improve our putting.

It’s kind of wild that the thing that can lower our scores the fastest, is also one of the easiest things to practice.

You don’t need a range.

You don’t need a ton of space to swing a golf club.

You just need a few feet in your living room. But that’s not nearly as sexy (or as much fun) as say, buying a new driver.

But there are a handful of smart golfers among us (perhaps you’re one of them?)

You recognize the key to getting your name on the wall at your club comes down to making more putts. After all, 42% of all shots on the golf course are putts.

And if you’re serious about taking your putting practice to the next level, you’ve likely already started thinking about buying a putting mat for your house.

Sure you can putt on your carpet, but if you really want to get better, getting the right putting mat for you can make all the difference in the world.

But don’t worry, I got you covered. Today we’re looking at 6 of the best putting mats on the market. With all golf products, but especially putting mats, there is no one “best”.

It really comes down to finding which product is best for you and your needs, and I think this post will be helpful with that.

What to Look for in a Putting Mat?

You’d think all putting mats would be pretty much the same – I certainly did before I started this website.

But you’d be wrong.

Putting mats come in all sorts of shapes, styles, speeds, and price ranges.

Some are more realistic than others. Some are better practice aids. Some make putting more fun. In order to figure out which one is best for you, you first need to have an idea of what you’re looking for.

Here are some questions to ask that should help you get a better sense of what you need:

• How much space do you have? This is one of the first big considerations. No matter how big (or small) your space is, there’s a mat for you. Obviously, bigger ones allow you to practice longer putts, but they can take up a lot of space in the process.
• Are you planning to put it away after every use? Some mats are easier to set up than others. And if you’re not planning to leave it out semi-permanently, you’ll want to make sure you get one that’s easy to pack away.
• What’s your budget? Putting mats can vary wildly in both price and performance. You can find a mat for $50 or spend $500. Or even add a couple zeros onto that if you want a permanent install for your backyard. Next to size, budget is the most important consideration
• How important is it to replicate a real green? Some mats do a much better job than others of replicating a real green. This may be critical to you, or you may not care as much.
• What other features do you want? Do you want multiple holes? An automatic ball return? Alignment lines? A compatible smartphone app? Think about what you hope to get out of your putting mat, and which features you’d ideally like to have.

Now that you’ve got an idea of what to look for, let’s jump into my recommendations for the best putting mats on the market!

Note: I’ve personally tested every single one of these mats, so if you have specific questions about any of these or how they compare to one another, drop a comment and I’ll do my best to answer!

Along with this, one brand that I haven’t had a chance to test yet is BirdieBall. I’ve heard great things, and I’ll update this post when I’ve had a chance to personally test.

Most Realistic Putting Mat: Prime Putt

Simply put, the Prime Putt mats are by far the most realistic putting mat I’ve used. When you compare Prime Putt to anything else on the list, it’s not even close. 

When you stand on this mat, it legitimately gives you the sensation of being on a real green. Any of the other products on this list feel (and are)more like carpet, as opposed to actual grass.

Don’t get me wrong, even with that being the case, those can all still be wonderful practice aids. But if you want the closest experience to putting on a real green, Prime Putt is the way to go.

The downsides are it’s expensive, and because the synthetic turf is so high quality, it’s a bit thicker and heavier than other mats.

That said, despite the added weight I actually found this to be one of the easiest to setup and fold away.

Here’s our full Prime Putt review detailing all the pros and cons.

Most Fun Putting Mat: Puttr

Puttr is one of the coolest tech products I’ve ever reviewed here on Breaking Eighty. The Puttr system gamifies your putting practice. There are countless games you can play on your own or online with friends who also have a Puttr device.

It’s pretty wild to see the data that the Puttr gives you in real-time after every shot you hit.

The mat itself is perfectly functional, but don’t expect a truly realistic experience like you get from the Prime Putt mat I mentioned above.

If you’re someone who gets bored easily and is looking for a way to make putting practice more fun? This is absolutely the device to get.

And while $599 feels like a lot (and is a lot) for a putting mat, once you use it? You’ll likely be saying, “I can’t believe how cheap this is.”

Check out our full Puttr review.

Best Cheap Putting Mat: SKLZ Accelerator Pro

Let’s get one thing straight, the SKLZ Accelerator Pro is not a high-quality putting mat.

Both the collection area at the hole and the ball return are made of cheap plastic, and the mat itself is very thin and not particularly realistic.

But if you’re simply looking for a way to practice putting at home and like the convenience of having a ball return? For $60 you can’t go too far wrong here.

I first bought this mat way back in 2014, and it’s what I used for my own practice for years. 

Looking just at the product itself, it’s not as good as any of the other mats on this list.

But when you consider it’s less than half the price of the next cheapest product here? All of a sudden it feels like a reasonable deal for an entry-level putting mat.

Best Putting Simulator: ExPutt

Along with the Puttr, the ExPutt is the other “high tech” putting mat on this list.

Using a combination of sensors and camera, the ExPutt connects to your TV and allows you to practice on countless real world putting greens.

You can get accurate metrics about your stroke, play games, and do it all in the comfort of your living room.

It’s a very cool setup, as long as you can get past the fact that the mat isn’t very long, and there isn’t an actual hole to hit towards.

Best Mat for Practicing Breaks: Big Moss Competitor 

If you want a bunch of options in the look of your mat, then Big Moss is one to consider. Their putting mats come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so you’re sure to find something that works for you.

I tested a 9-foot Competitor series mat. 

For a variety of reasons, this mat takes more work to set up than any of the other mats on this list. So if you want something you can easily set up and take down, this isn’t the one you want.

But one thing I do like about it are the included “break pads.” You can place these under the mat in different configurations to practice putts with different breaks on them.

While it doesn’t quite feel like actually putting on a sloped green, it is a nice way to mix up your practice.

Turf quality is fine. It’s a notch above the Callaway and Perfect Putt mats, but nothing like what you get with Prime Putt.

Best Practice Aid: Perfect Practice Putting Mat

The Perfect Practice mat is perhaps the most well-known on this list due to having Dustin Johnson as the spokesman for it.

The reality is the mat itself is very much a mixed bag, but overall, there were some elements I found myself really liking.

First off, the turf quality is average at best – it basically feels like carpet. And the printed-on grass design they use actually makes it feel cheaper than it is.

It’s a stark contrast when compared to the wooden construction of the ball retrieval system. That part feels like they’re trying to go classy, but the design of the turf feels anything but.

That said, the alignment lines are actually very useful to have, and I love the fact there are two holes that are different sizes.

After spending 10 minutes putting at the smaller of the two holes, it really does make the regulation one feel bigger – leading to more confidence in your putts.

I did miss the extra space of other mats which were 3 feet wide (double what this one is). 

But overall if you’re looking for a mid-range mat , that’s great for practice, relatively easy to put away, and won’t break the bank – this is one to consider.

Best Budget Large Mat: Callaway Odyssey 12-Foot Putting Mat 

If you’re looking for a big putting mat, but are on a budget? Then consider the Callaway Odyssey 12-foot mat.

To be honest, I didn’t particularly love this mat. While it’s huge, the turf basically feels like carpet, and the foam they used to elevate the holes just never quite worked very well for me.

Each of the 5 golf holes comes with inserts. The idea is that if you want to only focus on one hole, you can put the inserts in the others to allow you to concentrate better on the hole you’re aiming for.

I guess that’s nice, but I would have much preferred it to include cups for the holes themselves. That way every time I sank a putt, there’d be a barrier between the ball and my hardwood floors.

The Big Moss mat also has this same cutout hole design, and also like the Big Moss, the Callaway comes with break pads to allow you to practice a wide variety of putts.

Given how big this mat is, when you use these to change the break, it definitely allows you to create the biggest variety of putts of all these mats – so it has that going for it.

It’s identical in size to my 3×12 Prime Putt mat, and having them side by side, this felt very cheap in comparison.

But, it is very cheap in comparison considering it’s 1/3 the price. So if you’re looking for a big mat with lots of putt options, but budget is more important than turf quality? This is definitely one to check out.

Which Indoor Putting Green Would I Go With?

When it comes to putting mats, everyone is looking for something different.

You might prioritize something that fits in a small space, where someone else wants the most realistic experience possible.

Each mat on this list represents something different and might be the right fit for you depending on your needs.

If you pressed me and asked me to pick the “best overall putting mat?” The answer would be the Prime Putt mat.

The putting experience is superior to every other mat on here. But it’s very expensive, and doesn’t have some of the extras that other mats have (break pads, alignment lines etc.) That said, because it doesn’t have all of that stuff it feels more refined and classy than the other products here.

If you were to press me and ask “which one would you personally buy?”

Right now, for my needs, I’d go with a Puttr, hands down.

Putting practice has never been something I particularly enjoy, so to find a way to both gamify it and make it social? That’s a win/win. I also love the fact, you can roll it up and keep it neatly in its box when you’re done using it.

$600 is a lot of money to spend on a putting mat, so it won’t be for everyone, but if you’re a tech geek and you’re competitive? You’ll love the Puttr.

Any questions about any of these mats and my experience with them? Just drop a comment below and I’ll do my best to answer every single one.

Recent Updates

December 19th, 2024: Added the ExPutt mat. Updated prices and dates for accuracy. Added table of contents.

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