Porter Knot vs. Three G Knot

Just how do the Porter Knot and the Three G 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 Porter Knot Efficiency Three G Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 132.6% 125.5% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 125.1% 104.9% Porter Knot
Braid 77.6% 69.4% Porter Knot
Average 111.8% 99.9% Porter Knot

Winner: Porter Knot

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