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The Axglo e5 electric push cart offers premium features at a more affordable price. Follow mode is great fun and allows you to preserve your energy for the game. There are some small issues, but the overall user experience is good.
Introduction
Electric push carts, though still far from the norm, are becoming more common sights on golf courses around the US. From high end models like the Motocaddy M7 [review HERE] to the budget friendly Kam Kaddy [review HERE], this new category is giving companies a chance to test all types of different features and price levels.
Canadian manufacturer Axglo is trying their hand at the electric push cart with their new e5. After their V3 [review HERE] and Flip N Go [review HERE] push carts received positive reviews from Zack and Drew last year, I decided to test the e5 to see how it stacks up in this competitive arena.
Set Up & Ease of Use
After unboxing the Axglo e5 electric push cart, I was pleased to find that there was no assembly required. Folding and unfolding the cart is a simple three step process – there are latches for the handle and rear wheels, and the front wheels fold and unfold with buttons that are labeled, appropriately, “Fold” and “Unfold”.
The battery can be charged separately or while installed on the cart. Removing the battery is done with the push of a button, and it slides back in just as easily. Per Axglo, the battery takes six hours to charge fully and should last for 36 holes.
Included in the box is a thorough instruction manual. I would strongly recommend giving it a quick once over to avoid frustration. The operations of the Axglo e5 electric push cart aren’t complicated, but they aren’t necessarily intuitive.
The remote control did not require pairing with the cart. It had a strong, stable connection with the Axglo e5 over any reasonable distance. There is also an Axglo app that will allow you to customize your experience, but it’s not required.
Before moving on, I’ll note the dimensions of the Axglo e5 electric push cart. Folded, it’s 25″ X 16.5″ X 15″. This is one of the more compact electric push carts I’ve tested. With the battery, it weighs about 35 pounds.
Storage & Features
The Axglo e5 electric push cart’s console is a bit smaller than most push carts. The top has a pencil holder and space to stash a scorecard. On the underside of the handle, there’s a USB port where you can charge the remote control or any other USB device.
Inside the console is a single compartment. This is big enough for a dozen balls, a rangefinder, or your wallet, keys, and phone. It isn’t big enough for a large water bottle, but Axglo does include a beverage holder. The compartment lid is held shut with magnets, which is a really nice touch.
The Axlgo e5 electric push cart also has a dedicated spot for the umbrella holder. This is one of the sturdiest umbrella holders I’ve seen on a push cart – you won’t have to worry about the wind. Axglo also includes a phone holder.
Axglo also has a range of other accessories you can add to your cart. Above, you can see their cooler bag. This is the biggest storage accessory I’ve ever seen on a push cart, allowing you to bring a load of drinks, snacks, or anything else you might want on the course. There’s also a seat and a storage bag for keeping your trunk free of grass and mud.
On-Course Performance
The Axglo e5 electric push cart has three modes of operation: Follow, Assisted Driving, and Remote Control. I’ll discuss each one in detail.
Assisted Driving is the most basic level of what an electric push cart can be. You select a speed and the cart propels itself at that pace. Your effort is required to steer. To use this mode on the Axglo e5, push the central button twice, then spin the button to select the speed. This works well, but it’s not perfect. First, having to dial up your speed from zero every time is a bit annoying. Additionally, there were times when I was trying to spin the button and accidentally pushed it, shutting it off. On the plus side, the range of speeds is excellent: 0-9 km/h covers everything from a crawl to a light jog
The Remote Control mode allows you to use the remote to steer the Axglo e5. There are numerous times in a round when this mode is best, particularly around the green. I found that the connection from the cart to the remote was strong, but the steering was not terribly precise. It’s great for moving around the fairway, but I would not trust it to navigate tight spaces around hazards or water. You can control the speed from the remote control, which is a strong feature.
Finally, there is Follow mode, which is the real selling point. In this mode, the Axglo e5 electric push cart simply follows the remote control without any input from the golfer. This is far and away the most enjoyable mode of use, but it’s not perfect. The e5 can get a little squirrelly with the routes it takes, and it’s capable of running things over if they get between you and the cart. You still need to have some awareness of the e5, even in Follow mode. All that said, to my knowledge the Axglo e5 is far and away the most affordable electric caddy with a Follow mode.
Across all modes, the Axglo e5 cart is very stable. Axglo’s “Anti-Tipping Technology” showed its mettle on the course, refusing to tip even when I walked it across steep sidehills. Per Axglo, the e5 is capable of climbing up to a 40-degree slope. Additionally, there’s a battery life indicator on the LED display, and my testing supported Axglo’s claim of a 36-hole battery life. One thing that helps preserve the battery is a fairly quick auto-shutoff, which can be annoying if you’re playing with a slow group. Many times, I had to turn the e5 back on after my group’s tee shots.
While the Axglo e5 is not perfect, it still delivers all the benefits I’ve experienced from other electric push carts. My energy throughout the round was much higher than when I carry my bag. For players that love to walk but don’t have the strength or simply want to preserve their energy, an electric push cart is a great option.
Conclusion
At roughly $1,800, the Axglo e5 electric push cart is far from cheap, but it’s a tremendous value compared to it’s follow-enabled peers like the Stewart Q Follow [review HERE] at nearly $3,000. If you’re looking for a push (pun intended) to get you walking the course again, this is definitely worth exploring.
Buy the Axglo e5 HERE
He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.
Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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4 Comments
Are you going to review the Alphard Cybercart?
Alex,
We don’t have any plans to do that at the moment, but we can look into it if you’re interested.
Best,
Matt
You didn’t mention suitability for attaching golf bags. Does it adequately secure lightweight stand bags and allow good access to all clubs in the bag? That’s an issue with my Motocaddy. Thanks.
Dave,
I put a few different bags on the e5 without any issues.
Best,
Matt