Cheek Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Cheek 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 Cheek Knot Efficiency Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 128.5% 132.6% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 106.5% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 99.6% 77.6% Cheek Knot
Average 111.5% 111.8% Porter Knot

Winner: Porter Knot

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