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The Moken 10 v2 is a surprisingly stable and powerful kayak that proves you can’t judge a boat on looks alone. Despite its length, all of the experts and reviewers we analyzed say this is a roomy, highly stable kayak with lots of adequate storage, though there’s a risk of your kit getting wet.

Reviewers recommend using lightweight paddles with this boat for the most ease of movement. It seems to score well on power and acceleration in tougher currents, which may be a surprise given its build and size.

Experts are very impressed by this boat’s portability. It’s very light in weight, has a pop-out keel wheel system, and incredibly sturdy, molded handles for better grip. Reviewers found they could lift this boat up solo with no issues.

Overall, reviewers agree that this is a “grab and go” kayak that’s easy to adjust once you’re on the water. The seat clipping up and down – and the presence of standing clips – score well with experts on the move, too.

Experts agree that the Nomad is the perfect kayak to just throw onto the water and start having fun with. Reviewers believe it’s a great fit for beginners, and that few other kayaks in its class offer the same durability and portability in tandem.

This kayak also scores well on storage, with multiple points for upgradability and easy-access bungees and dry bag zones. It’s not completely waterproof, but that’s easy enough to adapt to.

Reviewers of this kayak also feel the molded handles and keel wheel make it one of the absolute easiest to store, carry, and move around at will. That said, it does struggle a little on the grain and gravel, meaning it’s easiest to handle on the flat.

It tracks, according to reviewers, impressively with and without the optional skeg. It’s designed for performance, but experts believe this is one of the most stable boats in its size. In several areas, this boat scores higher than most others – it appears to be a great all-rounder that doesn’t take much adapting to.

The Targa 100 really performs better than it looks – and it already looks fairly impressive. Reviewers claim that the way the boat’s designed already offers confidence before taking to the water.

Not only that, but the specialized seat distributes weight well – experts say that it’s easy to lose yourself for hours and hours without feeling numb. The footpegs and sheer space available in the kayak also help in this regard.

There’s a nice array of storage, with experts particularly impressed by the removable cooler and easy-access bungee. However, there’s a lack of waterproof storage onboard, which may not appeal to some folks.

One further contention point appears to be length. While super comfortable for many riders, experts believe this boat should only ever appeal to people under six feet three in height – otherwise, it may get a little cramped.

Overall, reviewers feel this is a ‘lifetime’ boat that’s great for day-tripping and likely won’t need an expert hand to make the most out of it.

Reviewers agree that the Caper’s strong points lie in its ease of tracking – providing you keep this boat to calm or flat waters. Experts say it never takes much of an effort to turn or move in any direction, but it’ll need a lot of encouragement if taking to the sea.

The boat earns a lot of high marks for storage, particularly when it comes to volume. However, experts are unanimous in the fact the main storage hatch is always going to get items waterlogged. The bungee on the rear of the boat coupled with this hatch should, reportedly, give you ample room for overnight trips.

The Caper also seems to grade well on portability. It’s notably light for its size, and experts love the handles and ease of over-shoulder carrying.

Reviewers reassure newbies that the Caper – for all it’s built for performance and secondary stability – really won’t tip over unless you absolutely force it. Experts state this boat will stay completely still when you first get in, and you can sit in the boat how you wish.

Overall, the Caper seems to score well on general handling, but it’s made exceptionally clear that it won’t really cut it on deeper waves and faster currents.

The Scupper 14 is, according to experts, absolutely built for performance – which means that there is a little take-back on areas such as stability. That said, those reviewers aggregated here state that there’s still a distinct lack of wobbling, and that it’s always easy to edge into the secondary stability.

There’s not much discussion regarding durability – however, the Scupper picks up a lot of praise for its easy-access, coverable storage capacity. There seems to be lots onboard, proving ideal for long trips and overnight adventures.

This boat also scores well on acceleration and handling, particularly as it’s been designed to offer fantastic touring capability. According to reviewers, this boat is simply fun to ride and easy to get into.

There’s a little discussion over portability – you’ll need to drag it if you can, reportedly, thanks to the weight and shape of the boat. It may prove to be cumbersome getting on and off a vehicle, too.

Comfort-wise, this kayak appears to score reasonably well, with high praise going to the positioning of feet below the hips. It seems to be fairly responsive and comfortable to paddle with using some force.

The Ocean Kayak Frenzy, is a great example of why you should never judge a book by its cover. It’s a fairly short and wide boat, but testers feel the tracking and maneuverability is top-notch – to the extent that it’s surprisingly easy to handle.

Experts also state it’s a highly stable boat (visually so before even getting onboard) and that it has plenty of room for taller riders despite appearances suggesting otherwise. The main focus word for this kayak appears to be “fun.”

That’s why experts believe it’s a great entry-level boat. It seems this kayak will welcome beginners onto open and choppier waters with confidence while it boasts enough power and maneuverability to appeal to experienced paddlers.

It also receives top marks for portability, with handles and lightweight construction earning praise from reviewers online.

Overall, the Scupper 12’s power potential is noteworthy, especially as it tracks well and gets up to over six miles per hour when pushed.

The boat’s seating position gets praise from reviewers, too, as it reportedly takes the midground between being too loose and too tight. You can snugly sit in this boat without things getting too uncomfortable.

Reviewers also agree that this boat is unlikely to capsize unless you force it, but the secondary stability focus means it won’t hold level if you just want to float it.

It seems easy for non-technical paddlers to use and get up to speed with fairly quickly. There’s not much in the way of comments on storage, but impressions show it’s long and wide enough to hold a few crucial pieces of kit.

Reviewers of this latest iteration of the Caribbean 14 are positively glowing. This is, according to experts, a surprisingly powerful boat that gets up to an amazing rate of acceleration in a short space of time.

Experts suggest that the tracking and acceleration of this kayak are bolstered by its streamlined shape. It cuts through water well, though there’s some concern over how well it will perform in high winds.

The 14FS’ main upgrade is its seat, which reviewers state is a big improvement – it raises you up higher in the boat and keeps you drier. The storage onboard, too, gets high marks – there are lots of nooks and crannies around the vessel that you can access at short notice.

Experts don’t say much about durability, but this is an award-winning manufacturer and the boat itself appears to take some punishment.