Puma has really upped the ante this year when it comes to footwear, and the Royale shoes are without a doubt one of the best golf shoes of 2025. Puma is one of the heavy hitters in the category and has had a good presence on Tour for a number of years. Despite that, I always believed something was missing from its armoury, a really good-looking pair of performance shoes that have a more formal design. In 2024, we met the Avants, which looked to be heading in that direction, and PUMA has gone one further this year, finally filling that spot with a standout model in the Royale.
As soon as I caught a glimpse of these shoes, I knew I was in for a treat. Puma has opted to take a much more refined approach to branding with the Royales, with the trademark Puma logo featured across the body created using faint perforations rather than a large eye-catching print or colour. This decision works wonders. I wouldn’t say I dislike the Puma logo, however, the lower profile design does add a touch of class to the whole look.
A blue welt that runs the whole way around the shoe looks very similar to that of a G/FORE Gallivan2r, and it’s again a design decision that seamlessly elevates the look of the shoe. Small logos on the heel and tongue let you know the shoes are Puma, but they are subtle enough not to distract from the overall design.
The rest of the shoe, it has to be said, is left very simple. The premium full-grain leather does most of the talking, leading to an ultimately very classy visual. In terms of comfort, these shoes are top-notch. The PROFOAM midsole is one of the best in the business, delivering lovely cushioning and a real sensation of energy return in every stride.
With ample padding around the heel and plenty of room in the toe box, the upper delivered long-lasting comfort, with no annoying rubbing or cramping to report. In terms of performance, the Flexspike outsole does a fantastic job of providing both stability and traction. The eight rubber spikes on the sole grip the turf nicely, while the main body of the outsole delivers enough flexibility to allow you to utilise ground force without sacrificing anything in terms of stability through the swing.
All in all, there is little to fault with the Royale. The design is simple but stunning, allowing it to be paired with almost any outfit, and the performance is good enough to go head-to-head with any of the best spiked golf shoes of 2025.
Costing £114.99, the Royale’s also offer excellent value, coming in at a lower price point than their competitors by a considerable margin. If you love simple style, premium performance and excellent value, then these are the shoes for you.
