Palomar Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Palomar 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 Palomar Knot Efficiency Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 115.8% 132.6% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 100.7% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 124.0% 77.6% Palomar Knot
Average 113.5% 111.8% Palomar Knot

Winner: Tie

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