Burke Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Burke Knot and the Porter 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 Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.8% 132.6% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 109.9% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 133.0% 77.6% Burke Knot
Average 123.9% 111.8% Burke Knot

Winner: Tie

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