I've tested a lot of great remote control electric trolleys as well as feature-packed GPS models, but this year Motocaddy has set its focus back on the entry level space with the new SE. It’s a back-to-basics model that will be looking to encourage new golfers or golfers who have previously only used push trolleys into an electric model at one of the most competitive price points in the market. While I love the GPS on the Motocaddy M5 GPS and the remote functionality on the M7 GPS, I was excited to see what Motocaddy could offer golfers at the very entry of this part of the market.
Lower though the price point may be, out of the box we were greeted with the familiar Motocaddy looks and quality of materials that will see this trolley looking good and performing well for years to come. The wheels feature a new, more durable tyre tread and the subtle colorway means it should match up nicely to any of the best cart bags on the market. My favorite feature on the SE is the USB charging point located underneath the handle, which is a superb added feature and one that isn’t available on the competition’s entry-level electric trolley. Whether it’s to charge your phone or a GPS device while on the move, I was really glad to see Motocaddy add this feature even on
The SE comes with either a lead acid battery of a lithium battery, depending on your preference. I'd point people in the direction of the lithium battery at just £70 more than the lead acid, but the lead acid option is still available for those even more price conscious. While the battery does have a wire - we’ve become so used to wireless golf trolley batteries now - this really isn’t a problem at all and we have to expect some more rudimentary technology in places considering the price tag. The lithium battery comes as standard with a 36-hole capacity which is a brilliant added feature and once again shows that Motocaddy are still giving the user a lot for their money despite the lower price point.
The folding mechanism is quick and easy to master. While it certainly doesn't fold as compactly as some of the most compact trolleys on the market, it folds decently flat and is easy to carry back and forth from the car. The biggest compliment we can give the SE is that we barely even noticed we were using it during our testing over a couple of rounds. With all tech you want it to be as fuss free as possible. This starts from the moment you take it out of the boot of your car, to when you return to it after your round of golf. The folding process is quick and easy while the control dial on the handle means you can quickly adjust pace and standby mode while you walk along. My only frustration was the lack of a small display letting you know which number speed setting you were on. Likely a cost saving measure to not include it, it doesn’t affect the usability at all, but it was the only thing we could’ve considered missing from the SE’s spec sheet.
We expect the new SE will encourage a lot of golfers who are keen to move on from a push trolley into electric for the first time. It’s fuss free and pleasingly simple functionality can be utilised by any type of golfer. Moreover, it all comes packaged and built by a brand that prides itself on quality and longevity - and that hasn't been at all affected by the new, lower price point.
