The NAVEE Birdie 5X is an electric golf push cart featuring UWB-powered auto-follow technology that maintains a 2 to 8-metre distance from the golfer. Unveiled at the PGA Show 2026, it builds on the previous Birdie 3 series with a 220Wh battery capable of completing 36 holes per charge. While NAVEE's premium Eagle F1X model includes a built-in GPS with 40,000 course maps, the manufacturer has not confirmed these GPS features for the Birdie 5X. Pricing for the European market remains unannounced.
Key facts:
- Battery capacity: 220Wh (up to 36 holes) — PR Newswire
- Tracking technology: UWB auto-follow (2–8 metre range) — PR Newswire
- Drive system: Dual 130W motors (250W peak) — PR Newswire
- Slope handling: Stable on inclines up to 25° — PR Newswire
How does the NAVEE Birdie 5X work?
The Birdie 5X operates as a hands-free caddie. It uses Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology to track your position on the course. The cart automatically adjusts its speed to match your walking pace, staying between 2 and 8 metres behind you, according to NAVEE.
Physical stability relies on a 4+1 wheel system. Dual 130W motors drive the cart across fairways, sand, and mud. NAVEE states the cart can handle slopes up to 25 degrees. A single charge of its 220Wh battery lasts for 36 holes.
NAVEE Birdie 5X vs Birdie 3: What changed?
NAVEE launched its first electric golf push cart, the Birdie 3 series, in September 2025. The primary upgrade in the Birdie 5X is a more responsive Follow-Me mode. The core UWB tracking system reacts faster to changes in the golfer's pace, according to the manufacturer.
Does the NAVEE Birdie 5X have built-in GPS?
NAVEE has not announced built-in GPS or course mapping for the Birdie 5X. The company revealed two carts at the PGA Show 2026: the Birdie 5X and the Eagle F1X.
The Eagle F1X is the model equipped with a 5.5-inch full-colour touchscreen and over 40,000 global course maps. The Eagle F1X also features AI vision, GPS smart obstacle avoidance, and a one-button recall function that works within 150 metres. Golfers looking for built-in GPS distances will need to look at the Eagle F1X or use a separate device, such as a smartphone app or a dedicated GPS unit like the SkyCaddie PRO 5X.
How much does the NAVEE Birdie 5X cost?
NAVEE has not yet released pricing for the Birdie 5X or the Eagle F1X. European availability and EUR pricing remain unconfirmed following the PGA Show 2026 announcement.
Electric push carts reduce physical fatigue during a round, allowing players to walk the course without carrying a heavy bag or pushing a manual trolley. The addition of reliable UWB auto-follow means golfers can move freely around the green and tee box without constantly managing their equipment.
Sources: PR Newswire, Golf Monthly, Plugged In Golf, MyGolfSpy, Independent Golf Reviews.