Updated October 2, 2026 by the ParWest Golf team — Portland, Oregon. Prices checked against our Shopify catalog; check product pages for current availability.
Short answer: the MGI Zip Navigator AT ($1,699 in Black, $1,799 in Navy, USA, or Pink) is worth comparing if you want its dual swiveling front wheels and already use a rangefinder or GPS watch. The MGI Ai Navigator GPS+ ($1,895) is the better buy if you want course distances on a 4-inch touchscreen built into the caddy, a smaller folded footprint, and a centrally mounted battery. Both models can tip; compare bag fit, lifting weight and controlled operation on slopes. Depending on which AT colorway you pick, the GPS+ costs $96 to $196 more.
Quick verdict
- Buy the Zip Navigator AT if: you want dual independent swiveling front wheels, remote control without built-in GPS or an available color other than Black. Compare it with the standard Navigator if price is the main priority.
- Buy the Ai Navigator GPS+ if: you want built-in GPS, a smaller folded footprint, a centrally mounted battery or Bluetooth phone notifications. Its smaller fold helps with trunk space, but it is heavier than the AT; compare lifting weight separately.
- Buy neither if: you don't need a remote. The MGI Ai 500 at $1,499 gets you the same GPS touchscreen for less — you just walk beside it instead of driving it.
MGI Zip Navigator AT price vs Ai Navigator GPS+ price
The AT price depends on colorway: Black is $1,699; Navy, USA and Pink are $1,799 in ParWest’s current catalog. Compare the actual color you want with the $1,895 GPS+.
| Cart | Colorway | Price | Difference vs GPS+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zip Navigator AT | Black | $1,699 | $196 less |
| Zip Navigator AT | Navy | $1,799 | $96 less |
| Zip Navigator AT | USA | $1,799 | $96 less |
| Zip Navigator AT | Pink | $1,799 | $96 less |
| Ai Navigator GPS+ | Black | $1,895 | — |
So the honest framing is a $96 to $196 gap, not a flat $196. If you have your heart set on the Black AT, you save the full $196. If you want Navy, USA, or Pink, you are choosing between two carts that are under a hundred dollars apart — and at that margin, the GPS becomes much easier to justify.
Compare the included accessories separately from price. The GPS+ currently includes drink bottle, umbrella and phone holders with a stated $147 value. Confirm the AT package for the specific configuration you want before ordering. MGI’s current Black AT page lists drink and umbrella holders, while its Passion Pink page lists a $117 three-holder package. An accessory value is not a reduction in the amount you pay: the caddie price gap remains $96–$196.
Buying from Portland: Oregon has no state sales tax. Tax on a shipped online order depends on the destination and is calculated at checkout; do not assume an online order is tax-free because the shop is in Oregon.
MGI Zip Navigator AT vs Ai Navigator GPS+: full comparison
| Feature | Zip Navigator AT | Ai Navigator GPS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,699 (Black) / $1,799 (Navy, USA, Pink) | $1,895 |
| Color options | Four: Black, Navy, USA, Pink | One: Black |
| Built-in GPS | No | Yes — 4" full-color touchscreen, 40,000+ courses |
| Remote control | Yes, full directional | Yes, full directional, 110+ yard range |
| Gyroscope Straight Tracker | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill speed control | Yes | Yes |
| All-terrain wheels | Yes — the defining feature | Quick-release rear wheels with all-terrain tread |
| Battery position | Rear-mounted | Centered in the chassis |
| Fold | Two-lever fold | One-button fold |
| Phone notifications | No | Yes — SMS, email, and calls over Bluetooth |
| Bonus accessories included | Confirm package for selected AT configuration | $147 package: drink bottle, umbrella, and phone holders |
| Best for | Remote control without GPS; dual front wheels | GPS, remote control and smaller folded footprint |
Is the built-in GPS worth the extra cost?
Split the math by colorway, because the answer genuinely changes.
Stepping up from the $1,699 Black AT: $196
You are paying $196 for a 4-inch color touchscreen with distances to over 40,000 courses, hole flyovers, scoring, and Bluetooth phone notifications — plus the centered battery and one-button fold. A decent standalone GPS watch costs about the same or more. If you don't already own one, this is straightforwardly good value. If you already play with a rangefinder you trust, $196 buys you convenience rather than information you don't have.
Stepping up from a $1,799 AT: $96
The actual checkout-price difference between a $1,799 AT colorway and the $1,895 GPS+ is $96. Included accessories may add value, but they do not reduce that cash difference. Choose by the GPS features, folded size, lifting weight and configuration you need.
Which MGI is better on hilly or wet courses?
This is the question that actually decides it for most Portland-area golfers, and it is not the GPS.
The Zip Navigator AT combines dual independent swiveling front wheels with all-terrain rear-wheel tread, Gyroscope Straight Tracker technology and downhill speed control. The GPS+ also has all-terrain rear-wheel tread. Compare the front-wheel layout and handling on the courses you play; rear-wheel tread alone does not establish that one model has better traction.
The GPS+ has a centrally mounted battery, while the AT mounts its battery at the rear. This is a chassis difference to compare alongside bag balance and wheel layout; it does not establish a universal winner for steep ground.
Both models offer gyroscope tracking and all-terrain rear-wheel tread. The AT's dual front-wheel layout and the GPS+'s centrally mounted battery are different design features, not proof that one is always safer or more stable. Consider slope, surface, bag balance and the manufacturer's operating guidance.
Portability: trunk loading and fold
The Zip Navigator AT folds with two levers to roughly 28" x 19" x 17" with the rear wheels inverted, and stands about 46" x 23" x 41" when fully open. It is a substantial cart, and the all-terrain wheels are part of why.
The Ai Navigator GPS+ folds to 24.40 × 18.11 × 15.35 inches with its rear wheels inverted, compared with 28 × 19 × 17 inches for the AT. However, the GPS+ weighs 38.99 lb with battery versus 37 lb for the AT; without battery, the figures are 33.29 lb and 31 lb. Choose the GPS+ for a smaller folded footprint, not because it is lighter to lift. Contact ParWest to confirm showroom availability before visiting.
Compare by What Matters to You
| Your priority | Model to compare | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | Ai Navigator GPS+ | 4-inch touchscreen; the AT has no built-in GPS |
| Lower checkout price | Zip Navigator AT | $96–$196 less, depending on AT colorway |
| Smaller folded footprint | Ai Navigator GPS+ | Smaller folded dimensions, but 38.99 lb with battery versus 37 lb for the AT |
| Dual front wheels | Zip Navigator AT | Dual independent swiveling front wheels; compare handling rather than assuming better traction |
| Color choices | Zip Navigator AT | Black, Navy, USA or Pink in the current catalog |
| Included accessories | Both | Confirm AT configuration; GPS+ lists a $147 package. Accessory value is not cash savings |
Both have gyroscope tracking, downhill speed control and all-terrain rear-wheel tread. Choose by the features you will use, your bag fit and the manufacturer’s operating guidance.
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Who should buy which
Buy the MGI Zip Navigator AT if you are…
- A Pacific Northwest golfer playing wet turf half the year
- Wanting dual independent swiveling front wheels for the terrain you play
- Already carrying a rangefinder or GPS watch you like
- Choosing between these two models and prefer the lower-priced Black AT; the standard Zip Navigator costs less again
- Someone who wants a cart that isn't black
Buy the MGI Ai Navigator GPS+ if you are…
- Playing unfamiliar courses often and want distances without pulling out a phone
- Needing a smaller folded footprint, while comfortable lifting its greater weight
- Wanting to compare the centrally mounted battery layout while checking bag balance and slope-operation guidance
- Choosing between a $1,799 AT and the GPS+ and terrain isn't the deciding factor — at $96 apart, the GPS is a cheap add
- The kind of golfer who will actually use scoring, flyovers, and notifications
Other MGI carts worth considering first
Plenty of people arrive at this comparison having skipped a cart that suits them better. Three worth a look before you commit:
MGI Ai 500 — $1,499
The cheapest way into MGI's GPS touchscreen. You get the same 4-inch portrait display, hole flyovers, scorecard, and Bluetooth notifications the flagship uses — but no remote. It's a walk-with cart, and at approximately 31.3 lb with its battery, it is lighter than the Navigator models compared here with a single-action fold. If you were mostly buying the GPS+ for the screen and not the remote, the Ai 500 saves you $396.
MGI Zip Navigator — $1,495
The standard Zip Navigator is currently $1,495—$204 below the Black AT. Both offer remote control, Gyroscope Straight Tracker technology, downhill speed control and all-terrain rear-wheel tread. Compare the standard Navigator's single front wheel with the AT's dual independent swiveling front wheels.
MGI Ai Navigator Halo — $2,599
MGI's current flagship, and the top of the range. It does everything the GPS+ does and adds compatibility with the LiDAR Halo Eye, which unlocks autonomous follow mode, obstacle avoidance, and Go Home. It's $704 above the GPS+, so it's a different conversation — we broke it down separately in our MGI Halo review, and the full lineup sits in our MGI Electric Cart Guide 2026. You can also buy it as the Halo + Halo Eye bundle at $2,995.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the MGI Zip Navigator AT cost?
The MGI Zip Navigator AT costs $1,699 in Black and $1,799 in Navy, USA, and Pink. Only the Black colorway is priced at $1,699. These caddies qualify for free ground shipping to the contiguous US. Tax on shipped orders is calculated at checkout.
Do the Zip Navigator AT colors perform differently?
No. All four colorways are mechanically identical — same motor, same battery, same all-terrain wheels, same remote. The $100 difference reflects the finish, not performance. Choose on looks, not spec.
What is the difference between the MGI Ai Navigator and the Zip Navigator?
The Ai series has a built-in GPS touchscreen and a battery mounted centrally in the chassis. The Zip series has no screen and mounts the battery at the rear. Both series offer remote-control models with MGI's Gyroscope Straight Tracker. The Zip Navigator AT is the all-terrain model within the Zip range.
Is the MGI Ai Navigator GPS+ worth it?
It is worth comparing if you want built-in GPS or a smaller folded footprint. The current price difference is $96–$196 depending on AT color. The GPS+ weighs more with its battery, and both models have all-terrain rear-wheel tread. Compare the front-wheel design, actual lifting weight and the GPS features you will use.
What is the cheapest MGI cart with built-in GPS?
The MGI Ai 500 at $1,499. It carries the same 4-inch GPS touchscreen as the flagship but has no remote control — you walk beside it rather than driving it ahead of you.
Can I add GPS to the Zip Navigator AT?
Not built in, but you can mount a phone or handheld GPS to the handle with an MGI Phone Holder ($59). That covers distances for a fraction of the step-up cost — it just means your phone battery is now part of your round.
Which MGI cart is best for hilly courses?
Compare the AT's dual independent swiveling front wheels with the GPS+'s chassis and centrally mounted battery. Both have gyroscope tracking and all-terrain rear-wheel tread. Neither eliminates tipping risk; correct bag fit and controlled operation on slopes matter whichever you choose.
Does the Ai Navigator GPS+ need a phone or WiFi to work?
No. You'll connect to WiFi once for registration, initial setup, and firmware updates. Out on the course it works with no internet connection and no phone — though pairing over Bluetooth adds phone notifications on the screen.
How is the Ai Navigator GPS+ different from the Ai Navigator Halo?
The Halo ($2,599) is the newer flagship and is compatible with the MGI Halo Eye, a LiDAR accessory that adds autonomous follow mode, obstacle avoidance, and Go Home. The GPS+ ($1,895) covers the same core ground — GPS touchscreen, remote, gyroscope tracking — for $704 less.
Why buy from ParWest Golf
- Authorized MGI dealer — every cart is brand new with full manufacturer warranty
- No Oregon sales tax on any order; any tax due is calculated at checkout based on your shipping address
- Free shipping, with in-stock items shipping in 3–5 business days
- Contact our NE Halsey shop in Portland to confirm which models are available to try before visiting
- Talk to a person: 503-408-1216
Related guides
- MGI Electric Cart Guide 2026 — the lineup from electric assist and the $699 Zip X1 through GPS and Halo Eye follow options
- MGI Halo Review 2026 — price, GPS, and the Halo Eye
- All electric caddies and push carts at ParWest
- Golf cart accessories — batteries, seats, holders, and bag adaptors
