Best 12 FT Kayaks Updated May 2025
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Best 12 FT Kayaks
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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9.8

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9.8

Pelican Catch Mode 110 Fishing Kayak - Premium Angler Kayak with Lawnchair seat, Granite - 10.5 Ft.
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Picked by 286 people this month!
Picked by 286 people this month!
Picked by 286 people this month!
Best 12 FT Kayak
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9.8

1
Pelican Catch Mode 110 Fishing Kayak - Premium Angler Kayak with Lawnchair seat, Granite - 10.5 Ft.
Look
Stability
Comfort
Ease of use
Storage capacity
Value for money
Picked by 286 people this month!
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Best Value

9.6

2

9.6

Sun Dolphin Journey Sit-On-Top Angler Kayak (Gray Swirl, 12-Feet)
Best Value

9.6

2
Sun Dolphin Journey Sit-On-Top Angler Kayak (Gray Swirl, 12-Feet)

9.5

3

9.5

Pelican Catch Classic 120 - Sit-On-Top Fishing Kayak - Multiple Storage Option - 12 ft - Lightning
Kayak quality
Stability
Value for money
Comfort
Ease of transport
Storage capacity

9.5

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Pelican Catch Classic 120 - Sit-On-Top Fishing Kayak - Multiple Storage Option - 12 ft - Lightning
Kayak quality
Stability
Value for money
Comfort
Ease of transport
Storage capacity

9.3

4

9.3

perception Kayaks Rambler 13.5 | Sit on Top Tandem Kayak | Recreational Kayak for Two | Storage with Tie Downs | 13' 6" | Dappe...
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Ease of use
Appearance
Fun
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9.3

4
perception Kayaks Rambler 13.5 | Sit on Top Tandem Kayak | Recreational Kayak for Two | Storage with Tie Downs | 13' 6" | Dappe...
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Ease of use
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9.1

5

9.1

Pelican Sprint 120XR - Sit-in Kayak - Recreational Performance Kayak - Lightweight one Person - 12 ft - Lava
Stability
Kayak quality
Weight
Comfort
Speed
Track accuracy

9.1

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Pelican Sprint 120XR - Sit-in Kayak - Recreational Performance Kayak - Lightweight one Person - 12 ft - Lava
Stability
Kayak quality
Weight
Comfort
Speed
Track accuracy

9.0

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9.0

Lifetime Fishing Kayak, Yukon Angler 116
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Comfort
Storage space
Value for money
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9.0

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Lifetime Fishing Kayak, Yukon Angler 116
Stability
Kayak quality
Comfort
Storage space
Value for money
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8.9

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8.9

Perception Pescador 12 | Sit on Top Fishing Kayak with Front Storage Well | Large Rear Storage and Dual Rod Holders | 12' | Dap...
Color
Stability
Storage capacity
Comfort
Size
Track quality
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8.9

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Perception Pescador 12 | Sit on Top Fishing Kayak with Front Storage Well | Large Rear Storage and Dual Rod Holders | 12' | Dap...
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8.8

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8.8

perception Tribe 13.5 Sit on Top Tandem Kayak for All-Around Fun Large Rear Storage with Tie Downs
Build quality
Looks
Storage capacity
Ease of maneuver
Tandem kayak
Comfort

8.8

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perception Tribe 13.5 Sit on Top Tandem Kayak for All-Around Fun Large Rear Storage with Tie Downs
Build quality
Looks
Storage capacity
Ease of maneuver
Tandem kayak
Comfort
Premium Pick

8.6

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8.6

Perception - Outlaw 11.5 Fishing Kayak - Sit on Top - Fold Away Lawn Chair Seat - 4 Rod Holders - Integrated Tackle Trays - 11....
Stability
Fishing ability
Value for money
Comfort
Storage capacity
Ease of use
Premium Pick

8.6

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Perception - Outlaw 11.5 Fishing Kayak - Sit on Top - Fold Away Lawn Chair Seat - 4 Rod Holders - Integrated Tackle Trays - 11....
Stability
Fishing ability
Value for money
Comfort
Storage capacity
Ease of use

8.4

10

8.4

Sun Dolphin Bali SS Sit-on top Kayak (Red, 12-Feet)
Stability
Storage capacity
Appearance
Kayak quality
Maneuverability
Track quality

8.4

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Sun Dolphin Bali SS Sit-on top Kayak (Red, 12-Feet)
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Best 12 FT Kayak
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9.8

1

9.8

Pelican Catch Mode 110 Fishing Kayak - Premium Angler Kayak with Lawnchair seat, Granite - 10.5 Ft.
Look
Stability
Comfort
Ease of use
Storage capacity
Value for money
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Picked by 286 people this month!
Picked by 286 people this month!
Picked by 286 people this month!
Best 12 FT Kayak
Popular

9.8

1
Pelican Catch Mode 110 Fishing Kayak - Premium Angler Kayak with Lawnchair seat, Granite - 10.5 Ft.
Look
Stability
Comfort
Ease of use
Storage capacity
Value for money
Picked by 286 people this month!
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