Buying guide
Backyard Practice Setup
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Reps beat rounds when you are trying to fix something. This setup covers the whole range of backyard options, from a basket you fold up after dinner to one you sink in concrete and leave for a decade. Nets catch the misses, mats keep your footing honest, and a full course kit gives the yard a few real lines to play. The page is split into six sections (Baskets You Can Move; Permanent Yard Baskets; Catch Nets For Tight Yards; Putting Mats; Target Kits; Full Backyard Course Kits), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 22 picks. Our scores range from 5.5 to 9.2 out of 10.
- Best overall:Disc Golf Permanent Basket Course Bundle - PDGA Championship Approved - Half/Full Course - Padlocks and Number Decals Included (9). Highest overall score in this guide at 9.2/10.
- Also great value:Disc Store GrowTheSport Permanent Disc Golf Basket - PDGA Championship Approved. Value score of 8/10, overall 8.9/10.
- Solid build:DGA Mach 2 Disc Golf Basket - Portable, Permanent, Hot Dipped Galvanized Steel, All-Weather, Heavy-Duty, Outdoor Disc Golf Target with Two Rows of Chain. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.8/10.
- Feature-rich:MVP Disc Sports Black Hole Pro 24-Chain Portable Disc Golf Basket Target. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.4/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Baskets You Can Move
- MVP Disc Sports Black Hole Pro 24-Chain Portable Disc Golf Basket TargetOur score8.4/10
- Latitude 64 Portable ProBasket Competition Disc Golf Basket | Frisbee Golf Target | Professional Level QualityOur score8.1/10
- Innova DISCatcher Traveler Disc Golf Target Basket (Blue)Our score7.9/10
- DGA Mach Lite Portable Disc Golf Basket, GreenOur score7.3/10
Permanent Yard Baskets
- Disc Golf Permanent Basket Course Bundle - PDGA Championship Approved - Half/Full Course - Padlocks and Number Decals Included (9)Our score9.2/10
- Disc Store GrowTheSport Permanent Disc Golf Basket - PDGA Championship ApprovedOur score8.9/10
- DGA Mach 2 Disc Golf Basket - Portable, Permanent, Hot Dipped Galvanized Steel, All-Weather, Heavy-Duty, Outdoor Disc Golf Target with Two Rows of ChainOur score8.8/10
- Disc Golf Permanent Professional Basket Sleeve - Fits Best with GrowTheSport Permanent BasketsOur score7.3/10
Catch Nets For Tight Yards
- Disc Store Disc Golf Training Net - 7x7 Disc Golf Net for Throwing Practice - Sturdy and Portable Practice Net for Backyard Indoor and Outdoor Games - Includes Convenient Carrying and Storage BagOur score8.4/10
- MVP Disc Sports Black Hole Event Horizon Disc Golf Training NetOur score8.0/10
- FLOLXNB Disc Golf Training Net with 9 Targets - Portable Multifunctional Practice Net for Backyard, Indoor, Outdoor Game, 7ft x 7ftOur score8.0/10
- Champion Sports Multipurpose Target Net Set for Golf or Frisbee, Assorted Colors, Multi (TNM18SET)Our score6.0/10
Putting Mats
- All Turf Mats 5 x 5 Super Tee Golf Mat - Holds Wooden & Rubber Tees, Residue-Free Nylon Turf, Urethane-Coated Backing - Indoor/Outdoor Golf Hitting Mat for Simulators, Garage & Backyard DrivingOur score6.3/10
- SkyLife 3-Turf Golf Hitting Grass Mat 24'' x 37'', Portable Training Fairway Rough TEE Turf, Driving Chipping Putting Golf Equipment, Home Backyard Garage Outdoor Practice (XL 24'' X 37'')Our score6.3/10
- Disc Golf Tee Pad - Portable - Grass Like Feel (9 Hole)Our score6.2/10
- Franklin Sports Tri-Turf Golf Hitting Mat with Rubber Tee - Practice Aid Golf for All Levels - Portable Hitting Grass for Golf DrivingOur score5.5/10
Target Kits
- MVP Disc Sports Black Hole Event Horizon Disc Golf Training NetOur score8.0/10
- Disc Golf Basket 24-Chain Portable Disc Golf Targets, Comes with 3pcs Discs Practice Disc Golf BasketOur score7.6/10
- Topeakmart Portable 24 inch Chain Disc Golf Basket with 3 Flying Discs - Steel Target Goal for Practice, BlackOur score7.4/10
- Park & Sun Sports Portable Frisbee Disc Golf Steel Target Goal with Basket, Standard Set Includes 3 DiscsOur score7.3/10
Full Backyard Course Kits
- Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs (150-170g) and 2 Baskets, Quick Pop-Up Baskets for Yard GamesOur score8.2/10
- MVP Disc Sports 3-Disc Electron Disc Golf Starter Set (Colors and Models May Vary)Our score7.2/10
- Divergent Discs 8-Disc Beginners Disc Golf Set with Starter Disc Golf BagOur score7.0/10
- Disc Golf Tee Pad - Portable - Grass Like Feel (9 Hole)Our score6.2/10
All 22 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1A permanent basket course bundle, PDGA Championship Approved, with padlocks and number decals included (9).
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Bundle builds a half or full course with matched baskets
- + Padlocks help deter theft of baskets on public land
- + Number decals make hole layout clear for players
- - Large investment that suits parks and clubs, not home yards
- - Installation of many baskets needs planning and labor
#2Disc Store's GrowTheSport Permanent Disc Golf Basket, a PDGA Championship Approved target for fixed course installs.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + PDGA Championship Approved rating suits real course installations
- + Permanent design stands up to constant outdoor exposure
- + Great option for schools, parks and private courses
- - Requires installation hardware and concrete work
- - Not movable once installed, unlike portable baskets
#3DGA's Mach 2 basket in hot dipped galvanized steel with two rows of chain, usable as a portable or permanent target.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Hot dipped galvanized steel resists rust in all-weather use
- + Two rows of chain improve catching on putts from many angles
- + Works in both portable and permanent setups for flexibility
- - Heavy-duty build is heavy to move as a portable basket
- - Permanent install hardware may require separate purchase
#4MVP Disc Sports' Black Hole Pro 24-Chain Portable Basket Target for putting practice at home or on the go.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 24-Chain design catches putts more like a real course basket
- + Portable build makes it easy to set up in yards or parks
- + MVP brand quality is trusted among disc golfers
- - Portable basket is lighter and less stable than permanent ones
- - May need extra weight on the base in windy conditions
#5Disc Store's 7x7 disc golf training net for throwing practice, portable and sturdy with a carrying and storage bag.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 7x7 net catches full-power throws for form practice at home
- + Carrying and storage bag makes moving the net simple
- + Sturdy build is aimed at repeated backyard and indoor use
- - No marked targets mentioned, so accuracy work needs your own markers
- - Setup takes more space than a small portable basket
#6Kan Jam's Disc Golf Set Step Up with 3 discs (150-170g) and 2 quick pop-up baskets for backyard yard games.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 2 quick pop-up baskets set up in seconds for a mini yard course
- + 3 discs at 150-170g are real throwing weights, not just toys
- + Kan Jam is a popular yard game brand known for fun family sets
- - Pop-up baskets are less sturdy than steel chain targets
- - Only two holes, so course variety depends on moving baskets
#7Latitude 64's Portable ProBasket Competition target, a professional level portable basket for serious putting practice.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 7/10
- + Competition-style design mimics the baskets you meet on real courses
- + Professional level quality is aimed at players who practice often
- + Portable build lets you move it between yard, garage and park
- - Check the chain count and weight before buying to know what you are getting
- - Premium competition basket costs more than practice-grade targets
#8MVP Black Hole Event Horizon, a 7 by 10 foot disc golf training net with a dedicated putting pocket and pull cord for disc retrieval. A premium-priced net with a limited lifetime warranty.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 6/10
- + Built for disc golf by MVP, with a putting pocket and a pull cord so discs come back without reaching into the net
- + The 7 by 10 foot size is listed as fitting most basements, garages and yards
- + Breaks down for compact storage and carries a limited lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
- - Costs well above the generic 7 by 7 foot nets in this guide, so it only makes sense for regular practice
- - The listing does not give frame material, weight or setup time
#9FLOLXNB's 7ft x 7ft disc golf training net with 9 targets, a portable practice net for backyard or indoor use.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 9 targets help you practice accuracy on specific release lines
- + 7ft x 7ft size gives a large area to catch full throws
- + Portable design sets up indoors or outdoors for year-round practice
- - Large net needs a clear space both in front and behind
- - Frame stability in wind is not detailed in the listing
#10Innova's DISCatcher Traveler target in Blue, a portable version of the famous DISCatcher basket for travel and practice.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + DISCatcher design is used on many courses, so practice feels familiar
- + Traveler model is built to break down and move with you
- + Blue color is easy to see across a yard or open field
- - Traveler chains are lighter than the full course DISCatcher
- - Check the chain count and dimensions before buying to know what you get
#11A 24-Chain portable disc golf target kit that comes with 3pcs discs for home practice.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 24-Chain design gives good catching for practice putts
- + Includes 3pcs discs, so it is ready to use out of the box
- + Portable basket suits yards, parks and camping trips
- - Check the basket's build materials before buying if durability matters to you
- - Included discs may be basic compared with real putters
#12Topeakmart's portable 24 inch chain disc golf basket in Black with 3 flying discs, a steel target for practice.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Steel target construction gives more durability than plastic toys
- + Includes 3 flying discs to start practicing right away
- + Black finish looks clean in backyard settings
- - Check the chain count before buying, since it affects catch performance
- - Budget build is less sturdy than PDGA-approved baskets
#13DGA's Mach Lite Portable Disc Golf Basket in Green, a lightweight target for practice and casual games.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Mach Lite is light and easy to move for backyard practice
- + DGA is known for course baskets, adding confidence in design
- + Green color blends into yards while staying visible
- - Lighter chains catch less reliably than heavy-duty baskets
- - Check the chain count and dimensions before buying to know what you get
#14A permanent professional basket sleeve that fits best with GrowTheSport permanent baskets for secure installs.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Sleeve allows baskets to be removed for maintenance or events
- + Fits best with GrowTheSport baskets for a secure match
- + Professional sleeve setup is common on public courses
- - Fit with other basket brands is not guaranteed
- - Basket itself is not included with the sleeve
#15Park & Sun Sports' portable steel target goal with basket, a standard set that includes 3 discs.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Standard set with 3 discs gives a complete starter practice kit
- + Steel target goal is sturdier than soft or pop-up baskets
- + Park & Sun Sports is an established backyard game brand
- - Check the chains and dimensions before buying to know what you are getting
- - Portable steel target is lighter than regulation baskets
#16MVP three-disc set with a putter, midrange and driver in Electron plastic and its Soft and Firm blends. A PDGA approved trio to pair with a backyard basket or target.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + One putter, one midrange and one driver cover every shot on a short backyard layout
- + Electron is described as an ultra-grippy all-weather plastic with a matte texture that flies straighter as it wears
- + PDGA approved discs, so the same set works on a real course later
- - Discs only: no basket, bag or mini marker, so you still need a target for a backyard course
- - Models and colors vary by set, and it costs more than basic toy-store three-packs
#17Divergent Discs' 8-Disc Beginners Set with a starter bag, a larger disc bundle for backyard and first course rounds.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8-Disc set gives plenty of discs for group backyard games
- + Starter bag included keeps discs organized and portable
- + Beginner-focused selection makes discs easier to throw
- - No baskets included, so targets must be bought separately
- - Check the molds and weights before buying to know exactly what ships
#18All Turf Mats' 5 x 5 Super Tee golf mat with residue-free nylon turf and urethane-coated backing.
Fit for the job 5/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 6/10
- + 5 x 5 size gives a large, stable standing surface for footwork
- + Residue-free nylon turf is easy on shoes and discs
- + Urethane-coated backing helps keep the mat in place
- - Built as a golf hitting mat, not a disc golf putting mat
- - Holds tees for golf, a feature disc golfers will not use
#19SkyLife's 3-Turf golf hitting grass mat at XL 24'' x 37'' with fairway, rough and tee turf sections.
Fit for the job 5/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + 24'' x 37'' XL size gives a roomy stance area for putting practice
- + 3-Turf sections offer different textures under your feet
- + Portable mat works in a backyard, garage or outdoor space
- - Golf-oriented mat, so benefits for disc golf are limited
- - Turf sections may be too slick for aggressive footwork
#20A portable disc golf tee pad with a grass like feel (9 Hole), a set of pads for marking teeing areas.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + 9 Hole set is useful for building a backyard or temporary course
- + Grass like feel offers traction for run-ups and footwork
- + Portable pads can be moved as layouts change
- - Tee pads rather than a putting mat, so it suits course setup more
- - Check the exact material and size before ordering to confirm the fit
#21Champion Sports' Multipurpose Target Net Set (TNM18SET) for golf or Frisbee in assorted colors.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Multipurpose design supports golf chipping and Frisbee targets
- + Assorted colors add visual variety to target games
- + Champion Sports is known for school and gym equipment
- - Not designed specifically for full-power disc golf throws
- - Check the net size and number of targets before buying for your space
#22Franklin Sports' Tri-Turf golf hitting mat with rubber tee, a portable practice surface for golf driving.
Fit for the job 4/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Tri-Turf surface offers different textures for footwork drills
- + Portable size is easy to move between yard and garage
- + Franklin Sports makes it an affordable, familiar pick
- - Made for golf driving, so it offers little for disc putting
- - Check the mat dimensions before buying to confirm it fits your space
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