One of the most exciting advancements in fishing kayaks comes at the low-end of the price range. In the last few years, major brands have released value-priced kayaks with the fishing features and paddling performance of their higher-end models.
Using their design experience, existing accessories and rigging, companies have found efficiencies to save you money while maintaining the features you like. Fishing kayaks in the sub-$1,000 category are made from all manner of materials, offer a range of propulsion methods, and weigh and measure in at many different sizes, offering you plenty of options to choose from. There are even fishing paddleboards that present another unique option for anglers.
These fishing kayaks are fully capable of supporting your angling endeavors, while coming in at an affordable price.
Top picks: Best fishing kayaks under $1,000 for 2024
The following fishing kayaks under $1,000 have received the highest star ratings by reviewers in our Kayak Angler Buyer’s Guide. See and review all fishing kayaks priced under $1,000 here.
Best Fishing Kayaks Under $1,000
BKC RA220 Sit On Top Angler Kayak
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Backwoods Angler 75
Shop for fishing kayaks under $1,000
Follow the links below into the Kayak Angler Buyer’s Guide where you’ll find every fishing kayak under $1,000 available along with specs, prices, reviews and places to buy.
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Rigid fishing kayaks under $1,000
Sit-on-top fishing kayaks under $1,000
Sit-inside fishing kayaks under $1,000
Solo fishing kayaks under $1,000
2 person fishing kayaks under $1,000
Beginners fishing kayaks under $1,000
10-foot fishing kayaks under $1,000
12-foot fishing kayaks under $1,000
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Advanced Elements fishing kayaks under $1,000
Aquaglide fishing kayaks under $1,000
Ascend fishing kayaks under $1,000
Beavertail fishing kayaks under $1,000
Bestway fishing kayaks under $1,000
Bris Inflatable fishing kayaks under $1,000
Brooklyn Kayak Company fishing kayaks under $1,000
Evoke fishing kayaks under $1,000
Feelfree fishing kayaks under $1,000
Future Beach fishing kayaks under $1,000
Intex fishing kayaks under $1,000
Jonny Boats fishing kayaks under $1,000
Kaku fishing kayaks under $1,000
Kokopelli Packraft fishing kayaks under $1,000
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Native Watercraft fishing kayaks under $1,000
NuCanoe fishing kayaks under $1,000
Old Town fishing kayaks under $1,000
Ozark Trail fishing kayaks under $1,000
Pelican fishing kayaks under $1,000
Perception fishing kayaks under $1,000
Sea Eagle fishing kayaks under $1,000
Sevylor fishing kayaks under $1,000
Sun Dolphin fishing kayaks under $1,000
Vibe fishing kayaks under $1,000
Wilderness Systems fishing kayaks under $1,000
Budget fishing kayak reviews
There’s no better way to choose an affordable fishing kayak than by kicking the tires and taking a test drive. The staff at Kayak Angler have run the best fishing kayaks through the gauntlet. We’ve rigged the boats for fishing, loaded them with gear and hit the water, allowing us to evaluate how the boat handles and how it performs for the intended angler and conditions.
If you can’t get to the paddle shop or a demo day, take a test drive with our reviews of the best budget fishing kayaks.
- Tandem Fishing Kayak Review: Brooklyn Kayak Company TK122
- Fishing Kayak Review: Ascend 133X
- Fishing Kayak Review: SeaStream Angler 120 PD
- Fishing Kayak Review: Sun Dolphin Journey 10
- Fishing Kayak Review: Sun Dolphin Boss 12 SS
- Fishing Kayak Review: Pelican Mustang 100x
- Fishing Kayak Review: Lifetime Tamarack Angler 100
- Fishing Kayak Review: Perception Pescador 12
- Fishing Kayak Review: Sun Dolphin Journey 12 SS
- Fishing Kayak Review: Bonafide RS117
