Burke Knot vs. Fish N Fool Knot

Just how do the Burke Knot and the Fish N Fool Knot stack up against each other? Here are the knot strength efficiency numbers for each knot as tested on monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braided fishing lines.

Line Type Burke Knot Efficiency Fish N Fool Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.8% 136.9% Fish N Fool Knot
Fluorocarbon 109.9% 101.4% Burke Knot
Braid 133.0% 138.9% Fish N Fool Knot
Average 123.9% 125.7% Fish N Fool Knot

Winner: Fish N Fool Knot

For a comprehensive comparison of fishing knots, check out the Fishing Knot Strength Chart to see how the Burke Knot and the Fish N Fool Knot fare against all other knots.