{"id":888,"date":"2020-12-12T13:56:12","date_gmt":"2020-12-12T13:56:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/?p=888"},"modified":"2024-09-03T16:46:09","modified_gmt":"2024-09-03T16:46:09","slug":"best-golf-swing-plane-training-aids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/training\/best-golf-swing-plane-training-aids\/","title":{"rendered":"The 3 Best Golf Swing Plane Training Aids 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are thousands of different training aids on the market and the truth is that most of them just don\u2019t work. In this post, we\u2019ll be covering the&nbsp;<strong>3 best swing plane golf trainers<\/strong>&nbsp;so you can perfect your swing and drop strokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the best swing plane training aids:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Explanar Golf Swing Trainer.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Caddie Elite Fix Your Swing.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Matzie Assist Swing Trainer.<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>When we were trying out all the training aids we ranked them all based on how many parts of your game they worked on, how effective they were, and also how much they cost. We\u2019ll be getting into how each of them works, how they can benefit your game, and where to get them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=m4KvedL2Sao<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/m4KvedL2Sao\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/training\/tee-claw-review\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Read The Full Tee Claw Review<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong><a class=\"aawp-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000JED9R8?tag=gweek_end-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Check The Matzie Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-aawp-product-id=\"B000JED9R8\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Matzie Men s Assist Swing Trainer  Right Hand 38-Inch Red\">Check The Matzie Price On Amazon<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a class=\"aawp-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01MQ1R8TQ?tag=gweek_end-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Check The Full Circle Price\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-aawp-product-id=\"B01MQ1R8TQ\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Full Circle PVC Golf Swing Trainer\">Check The Full Circle Price<\/a><\/strong> (Explanar Alternative).<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCCQsqBrq7yo-uOknBUugeug\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Subscribe On YouTube For The Giveaway.<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Swing Plane?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Post-Pic-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4788\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In golf, the swing plane is the&nbsp;<strong>path the clubhead travels<\/strong>&nbsp;throughout the swing. If you draw a line that runs from the ball, through the center of your torso, and out the back, that\u2019s the correct swing plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to strike the ball consistently, your clubhead should stay as&nbsp;<strong>close<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>as possible<\/strong>&nbsp;to this line. It doesn\u2019t need to follow the line on the backswing (it should) but it\u2019s super important that it travels along that line on the downswing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of players on tour stay on this line the entire swing. There are a few golfers who have unique swings that don\u2019t follow the line on the backswing but they\u2019ll come back on the right line through impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is Swing Plane Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of things that can go wrong if you don\u2019t swing along the correct club path. Unfortunately, this is the case for most golfers, and is why most golfers aren\u2019t very consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your swing path is&nbsp;<strong>above the line<\/strong>&nbsp;then it could result in you swinging over the top. This is when you throw your hands at the ball, you hit the ball quite steep, and it normally results in a big slice or hitting the ground before the ball. This is the most common fault for the average golfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your swing path is&nbsp;<strong>below the line<\/strong>&nbsp;then it could result in you coming into the ball too shallow. This normally causes you to top the ball or hit a big hook. Not quite as common but it happens to the best of us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#4: Tee Claw<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/youtu.be\/kyPDjkv-Whs<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/kyPDjkv-Whs\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few months after writing this I came across another great tool that I thought I should throw in here. It\u2019s called the&nbsp;<strong>Tee Claw<\/strong>&nbsp;and it\u2019s an awesome trainer that can help with not only your swing plane but also alignment and a variety of other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the Tee Claw to hit off of&nbsp;<strong>real tees<\/strong>&nbsp;at the range and it has lanyards that can give you a visual of where your swing should be going. I couldn\u2019t imagine practicing without it and the good news is that it\u2019s pretty darn cheap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s one of the best trainers I\u2019ve used when it comes to value because it\u2019ll work on more than one aspect of your game. It\u2019ll help you&nbsp;<strong>master<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>the basics<\/strong>&nbsp;and that\u2019s one of the best ways to lower scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You could just use simple alignment rods but they aren\u2019t quite as versatile as the Tee Claw. You can use it to work on your&nbsp;<strong>putting alignment,<\/strong>&nbsp;swing plane angle, where your feet should be placed, and whatever else you can think of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The price.<\/li><li>Multiple different uses.<\/li><li>Easy to carry around.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>None I can think of.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Matzie Assist Swing Trainer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/youtu.be\/wq1POceHykY<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/wq1POceHykY\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of my&nbsp;<strong>favorite<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>budget-friendly<\/strong>&nbsp;training aids&nbsp;since it\u2019s fairly cheap but it still improves&nbsp;<strong>all 8 areas<\/strong>&nbsp;of your swing. Most trainers only work on one or two areas so this is why I found it so intriguing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s designed to improve your grip, strength, weight transfer, clubhead speed, extension, wrist action, muscle memory, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/superspeed-golf-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tempo<\/a>. It\u2019s not going to magically make you a better golfer overnight but I have seen slight improvements in all these areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn\u2019t directly work on your swing plane but it will make your swing a lot better in general. The thing I liked best about it was that it can be used in a&nbsp;<strong>small<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>area<\/strong>&nbsp;with pretty much zero setup required (no ball needed).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason it works is that the weight, shape, and features of the club almost force you to swing the right way. All you have to do is take a&nbsp;<strong>few swings every day<\/strong>&nbsp;for practice or before your round to warm up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>I find it really helps me to take a few swings before I start my round.<\/li><li>It comes with an instructional DVD.<\/li><li>It\u2019s cheap and really simple to use (and take around with you).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The grip isn\u2019t the best and has started to wear out a bit.<\/li><li>The grip is a little small.<\/li><li>You\u2019ll have to practice with it multiple times per week to see results (like most trainers).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Caddie Elite Fix Your Swing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=75yD1b1NRV4<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=75yD1b1NRV4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another really good swing plane trainer and I prefer it slightly over the previous Matzie. The Matzie doesn\u2019t directly work on your swing plane but this doesn\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It didn\u2019t help improve my&nbsp;<strong>grip<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>tempo<\/strong>&nbsp;as much as the Matzie but if you can get&nbsp;<strong>both<\/strong>&nbsp;it would be ideal (that\u2019s what I ended up doing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019re not that inexpensive but when you consider how much you probably spend on a round of golf, it\u2019s really not that bad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need a bit more room to actually use it and it doesn\u2019t work the best when it\u2019s sunny out because it uses a laser (I use it in my garage and it works great).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>One of the best trainers I\u2019ve used for improving my swing plane.<\/li><li>It\u2019s simple to install and use.<\/li><li>You can take it pretty much wherever (as long as you can make a swing).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You need a decent amount of room to use it.<\/li><li>You won\u2019t be able to see the laser in sunlight.<\/li><li>It\u2019s a little expensive.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Explanar Golf Swing Trainer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>https:\/\/youtu.be\/OtOakpyFqo8<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/OtOakpyFqo8\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the&nbsp;<strong>highest<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>quality<\/strong>&nbsp;and most&nbsp;<strong>heavy-duty<\/strong>&nbsp;training aid for improving your swing plane, this is it. It\u2019s pretty&nbsp;<strong>expensive<\/strong>&nbsp;but it\u2019s the single most effective way I\u2019ve been able to improve my swing quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The thing I liked about it is that it\u2019ll&nbsp;<strong>get rid<\/strong>&nbsp;of your old swing and replace it&nbsp;<strong>from scratch.&nbsp;<\/strong>There really isn\u2019t a way for you to use this trainer and swing the wrong way. It forces you to be on the right plane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The big downside to it is that it\u2019s pretty big and you\u2019ll need a decent amount of room (you can\u2019t bring it to the range).&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/training\/impact-snap-swing-trainer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read this<\/a>&nbsp;if you want some good gear to bring to the range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan on golfing a lot and have spare money, it\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>well<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>worth<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>it<\/strong>&nbsp;in my opinion because it\u2019ll show you exactly where your path needs to go. I\u2019ve had a tough time finding the Explanar but was able to find a cheaper alternative that did pretty much the same thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PROS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It forces you to use the right muscles the right way.<\/li><li>It\u2019ll build you a new swing from scratch.<\/li><li>It comes with an instructional DVD.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CONS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It\u2019s one of the more expensive trainers on the market (but it\u2019s been better than some lessons I\u2019ve had).<\/li><li>It\u2019s fairly big and you\u2019ll need a decent amount of space.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your swing plane is off, you\u2019ll have a really tough time making consistent contact with the ball. All four of these training aids will help you work on your swing and should help you play better golf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve tested multiple different units that were big gimmicks and a waste of money. I\u2019ve found that all four of these have actually&nbsp;<strong>helped my game.<\/strong>&nbsp;Whether it\u2019s the grip, tempo, path, or alignment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want an all-around training aid that\u2019ll improve multiple areas of your game, go with the&nbsp;<strong>Tee Claw.<\/strong>&nbsp;It\u2019s inexpensive and something I couldn\u2019t imagine practicing without.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/tee-claw-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link broken_link\">Read The Full Tee Claw Review.<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people find that they need to work on more than one part of their game, and if that\u2019s you, you might want to get the&nbsp;<strong>Matzie Assist.<\/strong>&nbsp;It not only works on your swing, but it\u2019ll also help with your grip and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><a class=\"aawp-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000JED9R8?tag=gweek_end-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Check The Matzie Price On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-aawp-product-id=\"B000JED9R8\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Matzie Men s Assist Swing Trainer  Right Hand 38-Inch Red\">Check The Matzie Price On Amazon<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a device you can use inside at home then you should look at the&nbsp;<strong>laser trainer.<\/strong>&nbsp;It doesn\u2019t work the best outside but it\u2019ll really give you a good idea if your swing plane is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you\u2019re serious about improving your game and want to go all out, consider the&nbsp;<strong>half-circle trainer.<\/strong>&nbsp;The Explanar isn\u2019t always available but this is a cheaper alternative. It\u2019s the single best way to work on your swing plane because it forces you to do things right. It\u2019s expensive but it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a class=\"aawp-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01MQ1R8TQ?tag=gweek_end-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"Check The Full Circle Price\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" data-aawp-product-id=\"B01MQ1R8TQ\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Full Circle PVC Golf Swing Trainer\"><strong>Check The Full Circle Price<\/strong><\/a> (Explanar Alternative).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me know your thoughts and any questions you have. Like this article? Feel free to give it a share!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Looking to get some new golf gear?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outofboundsgolf.co\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a>&nbsp;to check out our recommended gear page to see the stuff we\u2019re recommending and the cheapest place to get them.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are thousands of different training aids on the market and the truth is that most of them just don\u2019t work. In this post, we\u2019ll be covering the&nbsp;3 best swing plane golf trainers&nbsp;so you can perfect your swing and drop strokes. Here is the best swing plane training aids: Explanar Golf Swing Trainer. 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