How to Choose the Right Height Tee for Your Golf Game
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When it comes to improving your golf game, it’s easy to focus on big-picture things like swing speed, accuracy, or the newest driver on the market. But many golfers overlook one of the simplest—and most impactful—details in their bag: the height of their golf tee.
Choosing the correct tee height can improve consistency, increase distance, and help you strike the ball cleanly. If you’ve ever wondered whether you should be using 2.75" tees, 3.25" tees, or something in between, this guide will break it down once and for all.
Why Tee Height Matters
The height of your tee determines the angle and location where your club makes contact with the golf ball. A properly teed ball leads to:
Cleaner strikes
Better ball flight
Increased distance
More consistency from shot to shot
Even a small change in tee height can dramatically change the outcome of your drive.
Standard Tee Sizes
Most tees come in two common lengths:
2.75" Tees
The most commonly used size on the course
Ideal for irons, hybrids, fairway woods, and some drivers
Great for players who like the ball sitting lower at address
3.25" Tees
The preferred choice for large modern drivers
Offers more options for higher teeing positions
Ideal for players who want to optimize launch angle and distance
At Gtee-Magz, our tee dispensers are designed specifically for these two most popular lengths, ensuring golfers always have the right size on hand.
How to Choose the Right Tee Height by Club
Driver
For maximum performance, the ideal position is:
Half the ball above the top edge of your driver at address
This promotes an upward strike, increasing launch and reducing spin—a recipe for longer drives. Most players achieve this easily with 3.25" tees, especially with modern large club heads.
Fairway Woods & Hybrids
These clubs benefit from a more neutral strike. Tee the ball:
With just a small part of the ball above the top of the clubhead
A 2.75" tee is usually perfect for this.
Irons
When hitting irons off the tee:
The ball should sit just slightly above ground level
Here, a 2.75" tee is ideal and gives just enough lift to improve clean contact without changing your swing plane.
Swing Style Also Matters
Not every golfer swings the same. Tee height can also depend on how you naturally strike the ball:
Steeper swings benefit from lower tee heights
Shallower swings often prefer the ball teed a bit higher
Golfers who slice may find that a slightly higher tee helps square the face
Golfers who hook may prefer a lower tee to reduce face rotation
Experimenting on the range is the best way to dial in what works for you.
Can Smaller Tees Fit in Larger Dispensers?
Yes! If you’re using a Gtee-Magz:
2.75" tees can be loaded into the 3.25" dispenser
They won’t sit as perfectly, but they still dispense and function fine
We always recommend choosing the dispenser that matches the size you use most.
Final Tips for Better Tee Selection
Use 3.25" tees for driver distance
Use 2.75" tees for irons, fairway woods, and versatility
Consistency in tee height leads to more consistent ball striking
Choosing the right tee height is one of the simplest upgrades to your golf game—no swing change required.
Upgrade Your Game with Gtee-Magz
If you want to keep your tees secure, organized, and always within reach, check out our American-made golf tee dispensers. Designed for 2.75" and 3.25" tees, they make it easy to stay consistent on every swing.