Best Boat Hooks of 2025

“This telescopic boat hook is perfect for docking my pontoon boat. I appreciate how easily it retracts, making storage a breeze. The twist lock feature is simple and effective, and I've even used it to hang wind chimes in high spots!”

“I find this product to be very light but it feels strong. The locking and unlocking process is quick and efficient with just a small turn on each segment.”

“I had a bit of a delay with shipping, but it was a great purchase. It arrived in good condition and the quality of materials is impressive.”

“I've used many homemade boat hooks, but this expandable one is easy to store and sturdy. It helped me make several landings this summer.”

“I bought this to help take down Christmas lights, and it made the job so much easier! The customer service was also great; they quickly sent me the missing part.”

“This boat hook exceeded my expectations. Even at full extension, it's strong enough to hook or push off. I would definitely buy it again!”

“I find this boat hook to be essential for docking, especially on windy days. It's a great value for the price, not fancy, but it does the job perfectly.”

“This is a wonderful tool! It's both lightweight and strong. I can easily extend and retract it, and after two months of use, I really wish I had gotten it sooner.”

“I only needed something to grab the mooring ball line, and this is exactly what I was looking for!”

"I keep it in my closet for those hard-to-reach high hanging wardrobe poles! I absolutely love it; I don't need a ladder anymore, just grab the pole and I'm done! Very sturdy and adjustable!"

"This has been the best purchase I've made for my boat in a long time. It's incredibly helpful when docking, especially when I'm by myself."

"I saw someone on YouTube suggesting using a boat hook for my kayak, and this one worked great! I could easily put the outboard in and out of gear from my seat. It even floats!"

"I found this boat hook to be sturdy and easy to adjust. The overall performance has made me very happy with my purchase."

"I had an initial issue with the first hook due to a missing rivet. However, the customer service from Better Boat was exceptional. Elizabeth promptly sent a replacement, which was high quality. I will continue to buy from them because of this experience."

"This lightweight, extendable boat hook is perfect for docking and retrieving lines. It offers great value and is compact for storage."

"I find this boat hook essential for docking when the current is strong."

"I ordered three 12' Extend-A-Reach poles. The boxes arrived a bit damaged, but the poles were in great shape. Two of them worked perfectly. Unfortunately, one pole broke shortly after I extended it, likely due to shipping issues. I contacted E-A-R and was pleasantly surprised when Kate responded quickly, assuring me they would replace the pole. I received the new one shortly after, and Kate followed up to ensure it arrived undamaged. If you're looking for a company with excellent customer service, I highly recommend Extend-A-Reach."

"The extension pole with boat hook attachment I received seems durable and well-constructed. I bought it for docking my boat, to grab lines and pull it in. I also found out they offer a fruit-picking basket attachment, which I plan to purchase next. Overall, I would definitely recommend this product."

"I haven't used the pole yet, but I’m really impressed with its sturdy build and the fact that it floats. I appreciate supporting a small family business, and I’m planning to buy another one for my other boat."

"This product is a straightforward replacement for virtually any standard boat hook. I had no problem attaching it to my existing pole. The durable plastic material feels strong, though I understand it can be broken."

"I found an atypical use for this hook. It's perfect for helping my husband maintain our pool. He uses a telescoping pole to easily grab the robotic cleaner's cord without bending down. Although it may degrade from chlorine exposure, it has been performing flawlessly so far."

"I initially ordered this for our pontoon boat, and it really helps when docking. We had to buy a separate pole, but it works as advertised and feels solid and functional. We even use it to hang holiday lights!"

"I find this pole to be very impressive in quality! It's easy to extend and retract with a simple flip of the locking levers. I've used it on my boat to grab the deck line and pull the boat into the dock. It's quite strong and stays locked in position as it should. I highly recommend this pole for its lightweight design!"

"I purchased this pole for my aluminum creek boat to help me navigate shallow waters. It's made of aluminum and is very well built. Extremely adjustable and incredibly handy!"

"This landing pole is plenty long and sturdy enough for the job. I'm very pleased with its performance!"

“I was amazed by the strength and positive lock on this boathook. I also utilize it as a whisker pole for my self-tacking jib, and it's performed excellently. It's held up under significant strain, and for the price, it’s unbeatable.”

“After months of use on my boat, I can confidently say this has no rust and I haven’t faced any issues with the clamp. It’s proven to be incredibly helpful when docking my 25ft Proline. I’m thrilled with how quickly I received it and the money I saved!”

“This tool is a must-have for any boater! It’s incredibly sturdy and makes docking much easier, especially when contending with wind and currents. From now on, I will always have one of these on my boat.”