Best Electric Fish Fillet Knife

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If you've ever caught a large mess of fish, you know how long it can take to clean them - not to mention how tired your hand can get. Well, after cleaning fish most of my life the old-fashioned, manual way, I finally decided to try an electric fish fillet knife a few years ago. And it made such a difference in how fast I could clean fish, I felt a useful post would be to review some of the best ones I have found.

So, to that means, I set out to research the various products on the market today. I checked out fishing forums online, local sporting goods and fishing tackle stores, did the Google bit, and, of course, researched products and comments on Amazon. The products chosen were based on customer ratings, personal experience (as I do own two units), price point, how well they appeared to work, etc.

Another thing I monitored were any comments about how fast they heated up... and just how hot they got as some units get uncomfortable to use after several minutes.

I was also mindful of the weight of these great time-savers since moderate fatigue can set in if they are too heavy.

Rapala Heavy Duty Electric Fish Fillet Knife

I chose this one primarily because I have a similar Rapala model that I really like and I do use it a lot.

First off, the Rapala brand is synonymous with top-quality fishing products. Whether it be fishing lures or accessories, Rapala makes wonderful products.

I also like the size of the blades of this knife as they are good for filleting fish such as bluegills, crappie, trout, perch, largemouth and smallmouth bass, etc. Some of the larger fish may require a slightly different technique but are still doable without going to a longer blade.

This Rapala fillet knife has a heavy duty motor and can generate more power and speed than most of the standard knives available.

It is made of high quality materials and the blades are dishwasher safe.

And it has one of the highest customer ratings on Amazon!

Mister Twister 120V Electric Fish Fillet Knife

This knife was chosen because people seem to really find it comfortable to use and it has plenty of power. It is frequently referred to as the green/yellow fillet knife.

Another factor was the price point is a bit lower than many models. So, if you are price conscious or simply don't fish enough to justify spending more, this might be worth checking out.

It has a safety lock and a convenient blade release.

I noticed that many reviewers indicated they use this knife for many things other than cleaning fish. So, it has some versatility that makes it quite handy.

American Angler PRO Professional Grade Electric Fillet Knife

One of the most noticeable features of the American Angler PRO Professional Grade Electric Fillet Knife is that it comes with 5 blades including 5.5" and 8" curved blades. This makes it so very versatile - able to handle all kinds of filleting.

It is a heavy duty fillet knife and the manufacturer claims it has 4X the lifespan of other heavy duty knives. And they back that up with a 2-year warranty.

The handle has an airflow design which keeps it cooler when used for long periods of time.

This is a favorite of fishing guides and commercial fishermen and is highly rated on Amazon.

While the cost of this knife is higher than many of its competitors, its power, design and quality may still make this very worthwhile for the serious user.

Rapala Lithium Ion Cordless Fillet Knife

I have included this knife for those of you who want a cordless fish fillet knife. Sometimes, electrical power is not nearby - say, for example, a remote fly-in fishing trip. So, this could be your answer.

You get up to 80 continuous minutes of filleting time before needing to recharge. And the recharge time is quite fast - taking less than 2 hours.

It has a relaxed-grip body and comes with a 7" blade which is suitable for most filleting jobs.

American Angler PRO Professional Grade Electric Fillet Knife Standard Kit

This unit is the standard American Angler Pro electric fillet knife and is a bit less expensive than the Sportsman's kit.

To keep the cost down, it comes with just one blade - a very nice 8" multipurpose blade which will easily fillet many freshwater fish species such as panfish, crappie and bluegills, largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, trout, and many more.

It has extra torque and heavy duty components to make it very durable.

It is used by fishing guides and commercial fishermen.

We are impressed with the high customer rankings and positive comments found on the internet.

The size and low cost make it a great gift idea for birthdays, holidays and retirements.