Berkley Trilene XL
A longtime favorite in monofilament fishing line, Trilene XL delivers a soft, supple feel with reliable stretch and knot strength that suits a wide range of freshwater applications. It holds its market-leader position because it balances performance and price — more forgiving on hooksets than low-stretch premium lines like Maxima Ultragreen, yet generally more polished and lower-memory than budget alternatives such as some Stren spools. For anglers seeking an affordable, versatile monofilament for casting and spinning rigs, Trilene XL remains a go-to choice.
Casts like butter
Knot-holds proudly
Casts like butter
Knot-holds proudly
Review Summary
"Berkley Trilene XL is praised for its smooth, low-stretch performance and consistent castability, offering excellent value for all-around freshwater use. Long-term users note good knot strength and durability with only occasional complaints about memory on larger spools."
Low memory charm
Low memory formula that casts smoothly and reduces line coiling
Low memory charm
Low memory formula that casts smoothly and reduces line coiling
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
A longtime favorite in monofilament fishing line, Trilene XL delivers a soft, supple feel with reliable stretch and knot strength that suits a wide range of freshwater applications. It holds its market-leader position because it balances performance and price — more forgiving on hooksets than low-stretch premium lines like Maxima Ultragreen, yet generally more polished and lower-memory than budget alternatives such as some Stren spools. For anglers seeking an affordable, versatile monofilament for casting and spinning rigs, Trilene XL remains a go-to choice.
Casts like butter
Knot-holds proudly
Low memory charm
Low memory formula that casts smoothly and reduces line coiling
Reliable knot strength and balanced abrasion resistance for varied fishing
Casts like butter
Knot-holds proudly
Low memory charm
Low memory formula that casts smoothly and reduces line coiling
Reliable knot strength and balanced abrasion resistance for varied fishing
$10-25 CAD
Sufix Superior Monofilament
Sufix Superior Monofilament stands out for its low memory, clear finish and high abrasion resistance, making it a strong technical choice for finesse presentations and situations where line coiling and visibility matter. Priced typically above basic economy lines, it offers performance advantages over Stren and standard Trilene XL — notably less spool memory and crisper handling — while competing with premium lines like Maxima by emphasizing clarity and castability. For anglers prioritizing low memory and consistent breaking strength in a monofilament, Sufix provides a compelling mid- to premium-tier option.
Abrasion-defying grin
Superior strength flex
Abrasion-defying grin
Superior strength flex
Review Summary
"Sufix Superior Monofilament is routinely commended for its toughness, abrasion resistance, and long-lasting strength, holding up well under heavy use. Reviewers appreciate its balance of suppleness and durability, though a few mention slightly higher price than generic mono."
Crystal clear stealth
Engineered for high tensile strength to handle heavier loads
Crystal clear stealth
Engineered for high tensile strength to handle heavier loads
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Sufix Superior Monofilament stands out for its low memory, clear finish and high abrasion resistance, making it a strong technical choice for finesse presentations and situations where line coiling and visibility matter. Priced typically above basic economy lines, it offers performance advantages over Stren and standard Trilene XL — notably less spool memory and crisper handling — while competing with premium lines like Maxima by emphasizing clarity and castability. For anglers prioritizing low memory and consistent breaking strength in a monofilament, Sufix provides a compelling mid- to premium-tier option.
Abrasion-defying grin
Superior strength flex
Crystal clear stealth
Engineered for high tensile strength to handle heavier loads
Formulation promotes long, accurate casts with controlled stretch
Abrasion-defying grin
Superior strength flex
Crystal clear stealth
Engineered for high tensile strength to handle heavier loads
Formulation promotes long, accurate casts with controlled stretch
$12-30 CAD
Stren Original Monofilament
Stren Original is a classic, value-oriented monofilament known for dependable strength and user-friendly knot performance at a budget-friendly price point. It earns its place as a market staple by delivering consistent, cost-effective performance for everyday anglers, though it typically shows more memory and less refined handling than Sufix or the softer Trilene XL. If minimizing cost while keeping reliable breaking strength and abrasion resistance is the priority, Stren Original is a pragmatic selection.
Dependably tough
Shock-absorbing hug
Dependably tough
Shock-absorbing hug
Review Summary
"Stren Original Monofilament is regarded as a reliable, affordable all-purpose mono with good casting and decent knot strength, favored by anglers who want a proven performer. Some users report it can feel stiffer and retain memory compared with softer premium lines."
Value-packed classic
Proven durable monofilament with strong abrasion resistance
Value-packed classic
Proven durable monofilament with strong abrasion resistance
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Stren Original is a classic, value-oriented monofilament known for dependable strength and user-friendly knot performance at a budget-friendly price point. It earns its place as a market staple by delivering consistent, cost-effective performance for everyday anglers, though it typically shows more memory and less refined handling than Sufix or the softer Trilene XL. If minimizing cost while keeping reliable breaking strength and abrasion resistance is the priority, Stren Original is a pragmatic selection.
Dependably tough
Shock-absorbing hug
Value-packed classic
Proven durable monofilament with strong abrasion resistance
Consistent diameter for predictable handling and lure action
Dependably tough
Shock-absorbing hug
Value-packed classic
Proven durable monofilament with strong abrasion resistance
Consistent diameter for predictable handling and lure action
Maxima Ultragreen
Maxima Ultragreen markets as a premium monofilament with exceptional tensile strength per diameter, low stretch, and superior knot efficiency — traits that translate to sharper hooksets and higher confidence on big fish. It is often priced at a premium relative to Trilene XL and Stren but offers technical advantages in strength-to-size and color-coded visibility that make it attractive for anglers who want a high-performance mono alternative to fluorocarbon or braid. Compared with Berkley Trilene Big Game, Maxima achieves higher tensile efficiency in thinner diameters, while Big Game focuses more on abrasion- and shock-resistance in heavy cover.
Camouflage green stealth
Knot-lock powerhouse
Camouflage green stealth
Knot-lock powerhouse
Review Summary
"Maxima Ultragreen receives strong praise for its exceptional abrasion resistance, strength-to-diameter ratio, and color visibility, performing well under repeated heavy use. Occasional critiques mention a firmer feel and higher cost versus budget monos, but overall satisfaction is high."
Silky smooth casts
Distinct Ultragreen tint balances visibility for the angler and subtlety to fish
Silky smooth casts
Distinct Ultragreen tint balances visibility for the angler and subtlety to fish
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Maxima Ultragreen markets as a premium monofilament with exceptional tensile strength per diameter, low stretch, and superior knot efficiency — traits that translate to sharper hooksets and higher confidence on big fish. It is often priced at a premium relative to Trilene XL and Stren but offers technical advantages in strength-to-size and color-coded visibility that make it attractive for anglers who want a high-performance mono alternative to fluorocarbon or braid. Compared with Berkley Trilene Big Game, Maxima achieves higher tensile efficiency in thinner diameters, while Big Game focuses more on abrasion- and shock-resistance in heavy cover.
Camouflage green stealth
Knot-lock powerhouse
Silky smooth casts
Distinct Ultragreen tint balances visibility for the angler and subtlety to fish
High tensile strength and sensitivity with good knot performance
Camouflage green stealth
Knot-lock powerhouse
Silky smooth casts
Distinct Ultragreen tint balances visibility for the angler and subtlety to fish
High tensile strength and sensitivity with good knot performance
$12-28 CAD
Berkley Trilene Big Game
Berkley Trilene Big Game is a heavy-duty monofilament engineered for large freshwater and nearshore saltwater species, prioritizing abrasion resistance, shock absorption and stout breaking strength. It commands a premium relative to standard Trilene XL and Stren because of thicker diameters and specialized formulations that resist cut-offs in cover; compared with Maxima Ultragreen it trades some tensile-per-diameter efficiency for rugged durability and greater forgiveness under heavy loads. For anglers targeting big fish in heavy structure, Big Game provides purpose-built mono reliability.
Big-fish brawler
Shock-eating power
Big-fish brawler
Shock-eating power
Review Summary
"Berkley Trilene Big Game is favored for big-fish freshwater and light saltwater applications thanks to its high breaking strength and reliable knot performance. Long-term users like its sturdiness, though some report more stretch and memory compared with specialty low-stretch lines."
Heavy-duty confidence
Designed for heavy tackle with extra-strong breaking strains
Heavy-duty confidence
Designed for heavy tackle with extra-strong breaking strains
Recreational Enjoyment
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Berkley Trilene Big Game is a heavy-duty monofilament engineered for large freshwater and nearshore saltwater species, prioritizing abrasion resistance, shock absorption and stout breaking strength. It commands a premium relative to standard Trilene XL and Stren because of thicker diameters and specialized formulations that resist cut-offs in cover; compared with Maxima Ultragreen it trades some tensile-per-diameter efficiency for rugged durability and greater forgiveness under heavy loads. For anglers targeting big fish in heavy structure, Big Game provides purpose-built mono reliability.
Big-fish brawler
Shock-eating power
Heavy-duty confidence
Designed for heavy tackle with extra-strong breaking strains
Enhanced abrasion resistance for rough structures and saltwater use
Big-fish brawler
Shock-eating power
Heavy-duty confidence
Designed for heavy tackle with extra-strong breaking strains
Enhanced abrasion resistance for rough structures and saltwater use
$20-40 CAD