Miller Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Miller 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 Miller Knot Efficiency Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 134.2% 132.6% Miller Knot
Fluorocarbon 99.6% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 111.9% 77.6% Miller Knot
Average 115.2% 111.8% Miller Knot

Winner: Miller Knot

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