If you know you want an inflatable kayak, but aren’t sure which model is right for you, perusing inflatable kayak reviews is a great place to start. The Paddling Magazine editorial team has spent years inflating, paddling and deflating inflatable kayaks to test their merit. Below you’ll find all the inflatable kayaks we’ve ever reviewed—with new reviews being added all the time—sorted according to type, brand and store to help you narrow down your search.
Welcome to the web’s greatest resource for inflatable kayak reviews. Your paddling journey starts here.
Inflatable kayak reviews by type
1-person inflatable kayak reviews
Inflatable Kayak Review: AIRE’s Spud & Tater
Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K1- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sevylor Colorado
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K2
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Explorer K2
Inflatable Pedal Kayak Review: BOTE LONO Aero Apex
Inflatable Kayak Review: Sea Eagle 370- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sea Eagle Razorlite 393rl
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Innova Thaya
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Advanced Elements Airfusion Elite
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Hobie Mirage i9S
- Folding Kayak Review: Pakboats Quest 135
Boat Review: The T-1600 by TRAK
2-person inflatable kayak reviews
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Tobin Wavebreak
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sevylor Colorado
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K2
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Explorer K2
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sea Eagle 370
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Innova Thaya
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Aquaglide Chelan 155 HB XL
Inflatable fishing kayak reviews
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K1
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sevylor Colorado
- Inflatable Hybrid Review: TAHE Beach SUP-YAK
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K2
- Inflatable Pedal Kayak Review: BOTE LONO Aero Apex
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Advanced Elements AdvancedFrame Convertible Elite
Wear A Life Jacket
- Everyone, even strong swimmers, needs to wear a life jacket at all times when on the water. It is extremely difficult to put a life jacket on once you fall into the water. Even a light wind can blow any paddlecraft away from you, faster than you can swim.
- Always wear a USCG-approved Level 70 or Type III life jacket designed for paddling.
Inflatable recreational kayak reviews
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Tobin Wavebreak
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K1
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sevylor Colorado
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Challenger K2
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Intex Explorer K2
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Sea Eagle 370
- Inflatable Recreational Kayak Review: Innova Thaya
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Advanced Elements Airfusion Elite
- Inflatable Kayak Review: Hobie Mirage i9S
Inflatable whitewater kayak reviews
Inflatable sea kayak reviews
Inflatable kayak reviews by brand
Different brands have different specialties and offer boats at varying price points. If you have your heart set on a boat from a particular brand, you’ll find our inflatable kayak reviews sorted by brand below.
Advanced Elements inflatable kayak reviews
Aquaglide inflatable kayak reviews
Paddle Sober And Smart
- Never mix alcohol and paddling. Coast Guard and state BUI (boating under the influence) laws apply to all vessels. This includes canoes, kayaks, SUPs and rafts.
BOTE inflatable kayak review
Hobie inflatable kayak reviews
Innova inflatable kayak reviews
Intex inflatable kayak reviews
Review Sea Eagle inflatable kayak
Sevylor inflatable kayak reviews
TAHE inflatable kayak review
Education: Get Some!
- Take a paddling safety course from the American Canoe Association (ACA), your local paddling shop or outfitter, or other reputable source.
- Take a boating safety course from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Power Squadrons® or your own state’s boating agency.
- Take on-the-water skills training.
Inflatable kayak reviews by store
Step into any Costco or Walmart and you’re likely to see a lineup of inflatable kayaks for sale. If you’re looking to learn more about the bargain boats available at your local box store, read the reviews on inflatable kayaks listed below.
Amazon inflatable kayak reviews
Bass Pro / Cabela’s inflatable kayak reviews
Walmart inflatable kayak reviews
Feature photo: Courtesy Sea Eagle
