Eugene Bend Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Eugene Bend 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 Eugene Bend Knot Efficiency Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 118.5% 132.6% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 97.6% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 112.1% 77.6% Eugene Bend Knot
Average 109.4% 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 Eugene Bend Knot and the Porter Knot fare against all other knots.