Eugene Bend Knot vs. Grinner Knot

Just how do the Eugene Bend Knot and the Grinner 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 Eugene Bend Knot Efficiency Grinner Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 118.5% 114.0% Eugene Bend Knot
Fluorocarbon 97.6% 99.3% Grinner Knot
Braid 112.1% 125.0% Grinner Knot
Average 109.4% 112.8% Grinner Knot

Winner: Grinner Knot

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