Best Emotion Kayaks Reviewed & Rated for Quality

Comfort Rest Seating System
The Emotion Temptation Sit-On-Top is loaded with features that make it a great and comfortable companion for the water.

With CRS, or Comfort Rest Seating System, you’ll be able to stay on the water for hours without experiencing discomfort in your seat. The seat is molded in and the seatback folds up and down while having two-strap anchors for extra security. The seatback can be removed altogether if desired.

This model includes molded-in footwells. There are 5 different footwell positions so it can accommodate users of many different heights.

The boat features easy-carry handles on either side of the boat and at the front and the rear. At 49 pounds, this boat can be managed by an average-sized adult.

Drywell Storage in Front
The Emotion Temptation Sit-On-Top features tons of storage that will ensure no necessary items are left behind when you head offshore for the day. In the front, you’ll find an 8-inch hatch that allows you to store items inside of the boat. At the rear of the boat, you'll find a large tankwell that has netted lacing for even more open storage.

You’ll enjoy not one, but 2 paddle keepers on either side of the boat.

Cost and Value
The Emotion Temptation Sit-On-Top rings up in the high middle of our price range and we love its value because it is a super versatile kayak that will perform well in a variety of situations. It is also ideal for users of different heights. Plus, with a 5-year warranty, you know you’re making a purchase that you can count on.

Adjustable Seating and Footbraces
The Emotion Glide features adjustable seating and foot braces to ensure that each passenger gets the just-right fit and positioning for them. The back and base of the seat are cushioned, and the seatback can be adjusted using the security straps on either side. When not in use, the seat folds flat so it is easy to transport.

It is best to adjust the foot braces while you are still on dry land. Sit in the seat and determine the best foot positioning for leverage. Then adjust using the straps. Of course, if you need to adjust while in the water that is totally possible, but it will just be a bit more challenging and might compromise your stability while doing so.

Lightweight Body and Unique Design
The Emotion Glide has a unique design that makes it an ideal craft for novices and experienced users alike. The V shape of the hull offers up a lot of secondary stability and enables better tracking as well. The boat comes with a stern flotation bag that works to limit the amount of water that can enter the boat.

The boat only weighs 37 pounds, so it is as easy to navigate outside of the water as it is on the water. It has T handles at the front and rear to easy in carrying as well as loading and unloading.

With a paddle keeper on the ledge of the boat, you can switch from paddling to having free hands in a jiffy. There is bungee storage in the back and front of the boat, though it is minimal.

Cost and Value
The Emotion Glide rings up at the very top of our price range and we love its value because it is an incredibly fun option that can be enjoyed by people of all sizes and by the whole family. While it is pricey, it a great kayak to learn and develop with so it will get years of good use.

Scupper Holes are Self-Bailing
Since it’s possible that you may be taking the Emotion Tandem Spitfire out on choppier waters, it’s important that the boat have scupper holes. These are holes in the front and rear of the boat that allows water to escape so that dangerous amounts of water don’t build up in the boat. The holes drain themselves to keep you safe.

Comforts for Two
While some tandem boats offer more comfort to one passenger than they do the other, this boat is pretty evenly distributed in terms of comfort. Each of the seats has padded backs that are easily adjustable and that can lay flat. The base of the seats is molded in.

Each passenger will enjoy 4 molded-in footrests that can accommodate users of many different heights. Plus, there is a paddle keeper for each paddler as well located on the side of the boat.

There is a good deal of storage on this craft. There is a small bungee storage area in the front and a larger netted storage area in the rear. Plus, there is a solace hatch for storing items inside of the boat.

The boat does weigh 90 pounds so it will likely be a two-person carry job, but 4 handles (1 each at the front, rear, and on either side) make the job a little bit easier. Oh wait! We forgot to mention that there is a rolling skeg wheel at the back of this kayak making it easy for one person to roll to the water. The wheel can handle rocky terrain and even sand.

Cost and Value
The Tandem Spitfire rings up in the middle of our price range and we love its value because it is the most cost-efficient option if you are looking for new water wheels for 2 people. It is more inexpensive than purchasing two individual kayaks and you will get to spend more quality time with your friend or loved one as well. Plus, it comes with a 5-year warranty.

Great Stability
The Stealth Pro Angler was designed with one thing in mind: angling successfully on open waters. The tunnel hull allows you to slice through waters with great speed while also giving you a good deal of tracking control at the same time.

The hull also offers up a ton of initial stability which enables the angler to stand comfortably in the raft while casting a line.

Because some wobbling and inclement weather may occur, there is a full deck draining system with channels and a whopping 7 scupper holes that are self-draining.

Holy Gear Options!
Okay. Let’s just start with the seating options here. On this craft, you’ll enjoy a real seat with webbing and padding stretched over a frame for added security and comfort. The seat can be adjusted to 3 different settings. The first setting is high and is intended for fishing, the second setting is low and is intended for paddling, and the third setting is reclined for, well, kicking back.

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg, folks. The back of the seat is adjustable and the boat also features fully adjustable foot braces to accommodate an angler of any height.

You’ll be ready to hit the waters right away because you will get two tackle boxes (Flambeau) and 2 installed rod holders (flush mount) with your purchase. There are 2 paddle holders, one on either side of the boat as well, so you can keep your favorite paddle close at hand.

But if you needed more gear than that, never you fear. There are 6--yes 6--foot long sections of universal GearTrac made by YakAttack for you to install any of the extra gear pieces and accessories that you require.

You’ll also enjoy rear bungee storage and an oval hatch in the front that is resistant to water and sealed with a rubber lid.

Cost and Value
The Stealth Pro Angler rings up at the top of our price range and we love its value because it literally has everything you could possibly need for a successful day fishing out on the water. Plus, comfort and stability rein king here.

Padded Seat Back and Bottom
The Guster Sit-Inside features some extra comfortable seating, even at its more affordable price point. Not only is the adjustable back of the seat padded, but the base of the sea is padded as well for long-lasting comfort. The seat has the ability to fold down all the way.

The rider will enjoy paddle docks on either side of the boat and one paddle holder on the right side of the boat. There’s also a handy little cupholder between the seat on this model.
The footrests are fully adjustable and can support tall and short riders alike.

This boat offers great tracking and stability, and foam blocks that are built into the boat may it even more buoyant.

Easy to Transport
The Guster Sit-Inside features a boatload (get it?) of storage. There is bungee storage at the front and at the rear of the boat. At the rear, there is also an oval hatch that allows you to stow items below the deck.

The boat has T handles at the front and rear to make transport (especially with 2 people) of this 49-pound craft much easier.

Cost and Value
The Guster Sit-Inside rings up on the lower end of our price range and we love its value because it offers many of the same features as the Emotion Glide Kayak at about half the price. This is a great introductory boat that will provide stability while learning the ropes.

Nice Padded Seating
The Spitfire Sit-On-Top features a simple design but it does have some nice padded seating. The back and the built-in seat base are both padded. The back of the seat can be easily adjusted to fit each user’s needs.

There are 4 molded-in foot placements so that kayakers of different heights can get the traction and leverage that they need for ergonomic and effective paddling.

In the cockpit and hull, there are scuppers that are self-bailing to train excess water so that the boat doesn’t take on too much.

There’s a good deal of storage at the front and rear with bungees. There’s an additional storage hatch in front of the seat for storage under deck as well.

Molded-In Handles to Ease Transport
The Spitfire Sit-On-Top is 9 feet long and 31 inches wide. It is made from high-density, UV-protection treated polyethylene which aids in tracking and stability. With molded-in paddle holders and handles, it is easy to manage this 45-pound boat in and out of the water. There are additional handles at the front and rear of the boat to help in transport as well.

Cost and Value
The Spitfire Sit-On-Top rings up at the bottom of our price range and we love its value because it is a great introductory kayak for those who are trying out the activity for the first time.

Skeg Wheel for Ease in Transport
Though this boat has a longer body (11 feet long and 30 inches wide) and weighs in at 58 pounds, it comes complete with a handy little skeg wheel. This wheel allows you to roll the back of the boat on the ground while holding onto the front for easy transport. And the skeg itself helps to maximize tracking on this craft.

For added ease in transport, there are handles on the front and back of the boat, as well as on either side.

This boat has a weight capacity of 300 pounds (including gear). To store that gear, there are bungee storage areas in the front and in the read (the rear features extra netting) and there is also a hatch in front of the seat for storing items below deck.

This boat is made of UV-Protected HDPE which guarantees not to crack or warp with exposure to the sun.

3 Rod Holders
The Stealth Angler comes with 3 rod holders on board. 2 of the rod holders are flush mounted and one is deck mounted. The flush-mounted rods are on directly behind the seat and the deck mounted rod holder is in front of the seat.

The back and base of the seat are padded and the seatback is totally adjustable. There are 4 molded-in foot grips to accommodate anglers of different heights.

Cost and Value
The Stealth Angler rings up in the middle of our price range and we love its value because it’s a more affordable (and more slimmed-down) version of the Emotion Stealth Pro Angler. It provides a more straightforward approach to kayak fishing. It comes with a 5-year warranty.

Wider for More Stability
The Renegade XT measures in at 12 feet long and 36 inches wide (about 6 inches wider than the last item on our list). This serves to make the craft more sturdy and less likely to tip over.

With a larger rear tankwell, you can attach a milk crate, a cooler, or even give a lift to a small child or one of your furry friends. There is additional bungee storage in the front and an extra storage hatch in front of the seat for storing items inside of the boat.

Molded-In Handles for Carrying Ease
The Renegade XT weighs in at 49 pounds so it is still maneuverable by one average adult. The boat comes with 2 molded-in handles at the rear and one molded-in handle on either side of the boat. There is an additional handle at the front.

The seat is fully adjustable and features padding at the base and on the backrest.

There are 4 molded-in footing positions so that anglers of different heights can get the best leverage possible.

You will find 2 flush-mounted rod holders behind the seat.

Cost and Value
The Renegade XT rings up in the high middle of our price range and we like its value because it’s a heavier duty boat that can handle more gear, but that still doesn’t come with all the extra bells and whistles that the Pro Angler comes with and that some fisherman simply don’t require.

Cargo Net on Tankwell
The Spitfire Sit-On-Top has some features that are usually reserved for more expensive kayaks. You will still find the cargo net over the tankwell storage area for extra security as well as adjustable seating with a padded back. The seat itself is molded in without a pad.

Molded-In Handles and Foot Wells
It features tons of molded-in conveniences. There are 4 molded-in footwells for yakers of different heights. There are also molded-in handles on either side of the boat to ease in transport (plus T handles at the front and back).

You’ll also enjoy a molded-in cupholder and molded-in paddle rest on either side of the craft.

Cost and Value
The Spitfire Sit-On-Top rings up at the very bottom of our price range and we love its value because it still boasts some convenient features and is durably made without breaking the bank. This makes it a great introductory kayak for those who are just getting their toes wet.

Scupper Holes
This craft has scupper holes that are self-bailing so the boat will not fill up with water. There is a bit of rear storage in the back. This unit comes with a paddle.

This boat only weighs 22 pounds.

4 Different Foot Wells
The Sparky Youth features the same number of footwells as the adult Emotion kayaks at 4 so it really is great for all ages 5 and up. There are molded-in handles and T handles at the front and rear. You’ll also enjoy a molded-in cup holder.

Cost and Value
The Sparky Youth rings up at the very bottom of our price range and we love its value because it is a great starter kayak for young yakers, but still provides stability and features of full-sized adult crafts.