All Reviews & Buying Guides
Every kayak, motor, inflatable boat and piece of gear I’ve reviewed, in one place. Start with a buying guide if you’re still deciding, or jump straight to a brand.
How these reviews work: I’m a creator, not a store. Some reviews link to retailers I’m an affiliate with, and I may earn a commission if you buy through them at no extra cost to you. Read my affiliate disclosure. The hands-on videos live on my KayakDIY YouTube channel.
Buying Guides
- Best GPS Trolling Motor for Kayaks
- Bixpy Kayak Motor Review: Kits, Batteries & Mounts
- Best Kayak Motors: My Top 3 Picks (and One to Avoid)
- Best Pedal Kayaks: My Top Picks
- Best Fish Finder for Kayaks
- Best Kayak Battery for Fish Finders
- Best Kayak Battery Box
- Best Fishing Kayak Accessories: 15 Must-Have Upgrades
- Kayak Anchor System Guide
Fishing Kayak Reviews by Brand
93 reviews covering pedal, paddle and motorized fishing kayaks.
Bonafide
Bonafide brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Bonafide P127 Pedal Kayak Review
- Bonafide PWR129 PRO Review: Motor-Ready Fishing Kayak
- Bonafide PWR129 Review: Motor-Ready Fishing Kayak
- Bonafide RS117 Review: Affordable Hybrid Cat Fishing Kayak
- Bonafide RVR119 Fishing Kayak Review
- Bonafide SKF117 Review: Hybrid Skiff Kayak for Anglers
- Bonafide SS107 Review: Compact Stable Fishing Kayak
- Bonafide SS127 Review: Ultra-Stable Sit-Stand Fishing Kayak
- Bonafide XTR130 Fishing Kayak Review
- Bonafide XTR140P Review: Pedal Drive, Tandem Space, Big-Water Stability
Crescent
- Crescent LiteTackle II Fishing Kayak Review
- Crescent Shoalie Fishing Kayak Review
- Crescent Smallie Fishing Kayak Review
FeelFree
FeelFree brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
FluxJet
Hobie
Hobie brand guide: every MirageDrive model compared, with my videos
- Hobie Mirage Compass Duo Tandem Kayak Review
- Hobie Mirage Compass Review: Simple Pedal Fishing Kayak
- Hobie Mirage Lynx Review: Lightest Pedal Fishing Kayak
- Hobie Mirage Oasis Review: Tandem Pedal Fishing Kayak
- Hobie Mirage Outback Fishing Kayak Review
- Hobie Mirage Passport 10.5 R Fishing Kayak Review
- Hobie Mirage Passport 12.0 R Review: Budget Pedal Kayak
- Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 12 Review
- Hobie Mirage Pro Angler 14 Review
- Hobie Pro Angler 12 360XR Kayak Review
- Hobie Pro Angler 14 360XR Review
- Hobie Mirage iTrek 9 Review: Inflatable Fishing Kayak
- Hobie Mirage iTrek Angler 10 Inflatable Kayak Review
- Hobie Mirage iTrek 11 Inflatable Fishing Kayak Review
- Hobie Mirage iTrek Angler 12 Review
- Hobie Mirage iTrek 14 Duo Review: Tandem Inflatable Kayak
Jackson
Jackson brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Jackson Big Rig FD Review
- Jackson Bite Angler Fishing Kayak Review
- Jackson Bite FD Review: Affordable Pedal Fishing Kayak
- Jackson Coosa FD Fishing Kayak Review
- Jackson Coosa FD Tournament Angler Package Review
- Jackson Coosa X Review: The River Angler’s Fishing Kayak
- Jackson Knarr FD Review: Big Water Pedal Kayak
- Jackson Mayfly Fishing Kayak Review
- Jackson Mayfly Tournament Angler Package Review
- Jackson YuPIK Fishing Kayak Review
Native Watercraft
Native Watercraft brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Native Watercraft Forge 12 Review: Paddle, Pedal, or Power
- Native Watercraft Hammer 1210 Pedal Fishing Kayak Review
- Native Slayer Propel 10 LTE Review
- Native Slayer Propel Max 10 Review
- Native Watercraft TitanX Propel 10.5 Review
- Native TitanX Propel 12.5 Review
- Native Watercraft Ultimate FX12 Fishing Kayak Review
- Native Ultimate FX15 Tandem Review
NuCanoe
NuCanoe brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- NuCanoe F10 Fishing Kayak Review
- NuCanoe Flint Kayak Review: Simple, Stable Fishing Kayak
- NuCanoe Frontier 12 Fishing Kayak Review
- NuCanoe U10 Fishing Kayak Review: Small but Mighty
- NuCanoe Unlimited Fishing Kayak Review
- NuCanoe Unlimited MAX Fishing Kayak Review
Old Town
Old Town brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Old Town Loon 106 Angler Review
- Old Town Loon 126 Angler Review: Sit-Inside Fishing Kayak
- Old Town Malibu PDL Kayak Review
- Old Town Malibu Pedal T Review: Best Tandem Pedal Kayak?
- Old Town Malibu ePDL+ 120 Kayak Review
- Old Town Predator BigWater 132 Review
- Old Town Predator BigWater PDL 132 Review
- Old Town Sonata 106 MK Fishing Kayak Review
- Old Town Sportsman 106 Review
- Old Town Sportsman 106 Powered by Minn Kota Review
- Old Town Sportsman 120 Fishing Kayak Review
- Old Town Sportsman 120 PRO Review
- Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 Review (GPS Spot-Lock)
- Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 136 Review (GPS Spot-Lock)
- Old Town Sportsman BigWater 132 Review
- Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Review
- Old Town BigWater ePDL+ 132 Review: Electric Pedal Kayak
- Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Review
- Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Review: Pedal Fishing Kayak
- Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 PRO Review
- Old Town Sportsman ePDL+ 120 PRO Review
- Old Town Topwater 106 PDL Review
- Old Town Topwater 120 PDL Review
Perception
Perception brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Perception Outlaw 11.5 Review: Stable Fishing Kayak
- Perception Pescador Pro 12.0 Fishing Kayak Review
Vibe
VoyaX
Wilderness Systems
Wilderness Systems brand guide: every model compared, with my videos
- Wilderness Systems A.T.A.K. 120 Review
- Wilderness Systems iA.T.A.K. 110 Inflatable Review
- Wilderness Systems Radar 115 Review: Paddle, Pedal, Motor
- Wilderness Systems Radar 135 Review
- Wilderness Systems Recon 120 Review
- Wilderness Systems Recon 120 HD Review
- Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128 Review
- Wilderness Systems Tarpon 105 Review
- Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120 Review: Best All-Around Kayak
- Wilderness Systems Tarpon 140 Review
Motors & Electronics
- AutoBoat GPS Smart Head: Full Breakdown
- K4 Edge Smart Motor Review: Best $500 Kayak Motor?
- LiTime ArgoSeeker A1 Review
- LiTime ArgoSeeker A2 Review
- Bixpy Rod Holder Adapter Review: No-Drill Mount
- Accuphy Ping Live Mini Review: Live Sonar for $699
- Insta360 X5 vs GoPro Hero 13: Buyer Guide
Inflatable Boats
Dinghies, budget boats, heavy-duty floor boats and fishing inflatables from 8.6 to 18 feet. Most are sold through Boats2Go (code KayakDIY10).
- 8.6′ Inflatable Dinghy SD260
- 9.6′ Inflatable Dinghy SD290
- 9.6′ Budget Boat CB290
- 9.6′ Fishing Inflatable FCB290
- 10′ Heavy-Duty Boat FB300
- 11′ Inflatable Dinghy SD330
- 11′ Inflatable Boat SD330W
- 11′ Budget Boat CB330
- 11′ Professional-Grade SD330PRO
- 12′ Inflatable Boat SD365
- 12′ PRO Inflatable SD365 V1
- 12′ Professional-Grade SD365PRO
- 12′ Budget Boat CB365
- 12′ Heavy-Duty Boat FB365
- 13′ Inflatable Boat SD385
- 13′ Heavy-Duty Boat FB385
- 13.8′ Inflatable Boat SD415
- 14′ Inflatable Boat SD430
- 15′ Inflatable Boat SD470
- 16′ Inflatable Boat SD488
- 18′ Inflatable Boat SD518
Head-to-Head Comparisons
News & More
- iCAST 2025 Highlights: New Kayaks, Motors & Tech
- Minn Kota Absorbs Humminbird: What It Means for Kayak Anglers
- Kayak Fishing Charters in the USA: State-by-State Guide
- The Jacob Housman Cheating Scandal
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