Boating Buying Guides and Review

This Review has been updated 16 times since it was first published in January of 2016. Whatever adventure you are planning, one may be fun, but two is always better – so take along your partner or a friend on your next water excursion in one of these 2-person kayaks. Our selection has affordable tandem models that are good for all sorts of recreational uses, including easy-to-transport inflatable options and sturdier craft than can handle rough river rapids. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Review.

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Top 10 2 Person Kayaks

10. Airhead Montana

It’s not ideal for choppy waters, but if you’re mainly looking to take it out on the lake, the Airhead Montana offers plenty of room for two people to have a good time. Water and sand can get caught between the bladders, though, so always rinse it off afterwards.

9. Lifetime 10 Foot Manta

The Lifetime 10 Foot Manta is a hard-body tandem model that performs admirably in a range of environments, from tranquil lakes to saltwater bays. Its super-stable tunnel hull makes it perfect for beginners and occasional users who are still getting their sea legs and arms.

8. Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Deluxe

Weighing just 26 pounds, but boasting an impressive load capacity all the same, the Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Deluxe features one of the highest weight-to-strength ratios in its class. An extra-thick PolyKrylar hull material and welded seams give it durability.

7. Intex Challenger

Contrary to the name, the inflatable Intex Challenger is actually quite easy to maneuver, giving you pinpoint control even in faster waters. If you attach the skeg, it will track well, while also helping you cut through the rapids like a hot knife through butter.

6. Bic Sport Borneo

Serious boaters will love the Bic Sport Borneo, as it’s a top-of-the-line offering that works as well as a solo kayak as it does a tandem one. A unique triple-ridge hull design increases glide speed, while the seats are set low, improving balance and center of gravity.

5. Brooklyn Kayak Company Tandem Fishing

For those who want to come home with dinner after a long day on the lake, there’s the Brooklyn Kayak Company Tandem Fishing. It boasts seven rod holders, including three adjustable ones, so you can always have multiple lines in the water.

4. Intex Explorer

Considering its low price tag, the bright yellow Intex Explorer is a remarkably well-made and rugged craft. It’s ideal for use on small bodies of water, such as ponds, calm rivers, or even sea inlets, provided you avoid days of heavier surf.

3. Advanced Elements Convertible

The Advanced Elements Convertible sports a sleek hull design that lets you pick up serious speed, making it a great choice for thrill-seekers. It incorporates built-in rigid panels along the bow and stern to improve tracking and responsiveness in all kinds of conditions.

2. Ocean Kayak Malibu

The 12-foot Ocean Kayak Malibu is stable and easy to use, incorporating a hull and deck design that allows for stacking multiple units. It’s a great choice for a couple or for a parent and child who want to enjoy the water casually.

1. Elkton Outdoors

The Elkton Outdoors is constructed with a rotomolded body designed not to crack or puncture. It features two airtight storage compartments to keep important items dry, plus a dedicated platform to secure a cooler for a day out on the water.

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The 10 Best 2 Person Kayaks

10. Airhead Montana

9. Lifetime 10 Foot Manta

8. Sea Eagle 330 Inflatable Deluxe

7. Intex Challenger

6. Bic Sport Borneo

5. Brooklyn Kayak Company Tandem Fishing

4. Intex Explorer

3. Advanced Elements Convertible

2. Ocean Kayak Malibu

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