Trilene Knot vs. Porter Knot

Just how do the Trilene 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 Trilene Knot Efficiency Porter Knot Efficiency Winner
Monofilament 117.2% 132.6% Porter Knot
Fluorocarbon 99.8% 125.1% Porter Knot
Braid 102.3% 77.6% Trilene Knot
Average 106.4% 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 Trilene Knot and the Porter Knot fare against all other knots.