The Best Duck and Goose Decoys of 2025

I‘m not one for walking around an art museum looking at paint splattered against a canvas and crying because of the artist’s passion. I guess I may lack some sophistication. When I think of artwork, I think of a well carved decoy; the intricate lines of feathers, the subtle hues of paint to perfectly mimic a real duck. That, to me, is true art.

If you really want to create a masterpiece—a waterfowler’s idea of the Sistine Chapel—take those decoys and place them in a pattern to look like a flock of birds on the water. As the sun crests over the marsh, and you look at those decoys bobbing on the water, there you have your magnum opus. Every time I stare out at a spread of decoys, whether on the water or in a dry field, I can’t help but admire the time and effort that goes into creating all the amazing details and realistic features we use to kill ducks and geese. But, unlike the art hanging in museums, our decoys go through rigorous torture, and we can never have too many; so, grab hold of your favorite drink, and let’s enjoy an art show of a waterfowler’s favor as we look at the best decoys for 2025.

DOA Decoys Rogue Series Full Body Canadas

Featuring a new overhaul to add extra realism to an already hyper-realistic decoy, DOA Decoys has undertaken to make their Rogue Series of Canada goose full bodies even better. Having had the chance to use these decoys on a series of hunts this past season, I can tell you that they are a fantastic option for any serious honker hunter. The one-piece construction is a personal favorite of mine, while the paint is durable and the HEX base system allows the decoys to move with the slightest of wind. Not to mention, they are extremely lightweight, so carrying them in and out of the field is a breeze. These decoys look fantastic to the human eye, but what’s more important is they look good to the birds too. On three different late season hunts using the Rogue Series, we left with limits each day. That was proof enough for me. Each package of six comes with three feeders, two actives and one sentry.

$190/6 pack | explorebeavertail.com

G&H Decoys Magnum Mallard

Made right here in the U.S., G&H is still building some of the best, most durable decoys on the market. One of the title sponsors of WILDFOWL’s new show Inside the Blind, Skip Knowles and Big Jim McConville had the chance to hunt over their decoys many times and came back with glowing reviews. One of their favorites was the Magnum Mallard; an oversized decoy measuring 18” long. These decoys are made to be noticed and bring birds in tight to the blind. Featuring bold paint lines, the Magnum Mallard will stand out on even the cloudiest days making sure you don’t go unnoticed by birds overhead. These decoys feature a swivel head, proprietary G&H paint, multiple rigging points, a recessed bottom for lifelike motion, and enough keel to withstand the highest of winds. Sold in packs of a dozen, with eight drakes and four hens, these decoys are a great way for you to take home more birds this season—we have the video proof.

$170 | ghdecoys.com

Rig’Em Right Mainline Series Wigeon

If you need floating decoys that will look good and hold up to any hunting scenario, Rig’Em Right has you covered! Their Mainline Series decoys are built for the die hard waterfowler who needs next-level realism. I love adding wigeon decoys to the spread because they seem to make everything pop. The bright colors and added contrast draw birds in from all over and add a level of confidence that separates your spread from everyone else’s. Rig’Em’s Mainline decoys have been designed with the ideal width and balance to ride perfectly with Texas rigs or RMR’s original anchors. If you’re looking to hunt more cotton tops this fall, or just need to level up the spread, you can’t beat these blocks!

$110/6 pack | rigemright.com

EZ Dekes 4 oz Timber Rigs

Ain’t it fun to see a product for the first time and just know instantly “these guys get it?” I love any sort of design to make my life easier when hunting. EZ Dekes have come out with an array of rigging to make all waterfowler’s decoy deployments and post-hunt organization a simple task. Their Texas rigs have been a dream come true for me, a guy who constantly leaves decoys sitting in the bed of my truck or scattered in a boat; but what really caught my attention this year were their Timber Rigs. I find that their 4 oz weights are perfect for almost every scenario, and the slimmed down size of the weight is designed for hunting in areas with softer bottoms and more vegetation. The Flat Bank weight won’t collect as much gunk when gathering decoys to re-arrange or pick up, and the PVC coated cable will last forever. The cable comes in lengths of 12”, 18”, 24”, 30”, 36”, and 48”. These rigs will be perfect for wherever you find yourself tossing out a decoy spread!

Starting at $35 | ezdekes.com

Dive Bomb Industries FB Flocked Canada Goose Decoys

Dive Bomb Industries arrived on the scene and immediately created a cult-like following surrounding their silhouettes. Hunters across the nation swapped out spreads of full body decoys for bags of skinnies. But some hunters still want that added realism of full body decoys—and who can blame them? Dive Bomb answered the call for a full body honker, and boy did they deliver! These new full bodies look absolutely fantastic. They feature a one-piece design and are built to endure the harshest of hunting conditions. Dive Bomb proved they can make silhouettes to kill birds, now they’re upping the ante with their new full bodies! Sold in packs of four, with one feeder, one searcher, one active and one upright.

$225/4 pack | divebombindustries.com

Dave Smith Decoys Maxima Mallard Floaters

For 25 long years hunters waited for Dave Smith to come out with mallard decoys. Then, last year, Dave decided it was time to add a line of A.C.E. mallards to his catalogue of honkers. Now, DSD is adding another line of mallard decoys to their imported Maxima line. Designed to have the same attention to detail, and the same ability to fool the smartest of ducks, these decoys were labored over for years until the DSD team felt they had every detail perfected. Each six-pack includes six completely unique poses with four drakes and two hens, crafted to create a relaxed, natural-looking spread. The ultra-matte finish minimizes glare, and the swimbait-style keel creates extra life-like movement on the water. Built for hunters who demand quality and realism, the Maxima Mallards are flat-out built to perform!

$130/6 pack | davesmithdecoys.com

Dakota Decoys X-Treme Fully Flocked Pintails

Duck hunters across the nation have already fallen in love with Dakota’s duck decoys. But they’ve decided to take everything up a notch. New for 2025, Bill Willroth is unveiling the X-Treme Fully Flocked pintail. With extensive attention to detail, these decoys set themselves apart as tools that will pull even the wariest of birds into the spread. Dakota has introduced a new flocking process that creates a durable finish, guaranteed to hold up to whatever you may put these decoys through. These oversized pintails are 17-inches long and come in packs of six with three drakes and three hens, all with turning heads to create the most life-like poses possible.

$160/6 pack | dakotadecoy.com

Dakota Decoys X-Treme Fully Flocked Silhouettes

Silhouettes are a lethal way to bulk up your spread for a fraction of the cost—or the required space—of full-body decoys. Dakota stepped their game up for 2025 with all-new fully-flocked silos. Founder Bill Willroth says they took their time releasing these decoys because they wanted to make sure they were up to par with the excellence that people have come to expect from Dakota Decoys; and they nailed it! These silhouettes look great and are sure to fool even the wisest of honkers.

Starting at $140 | dakotadecoy.com

Autumn Wings Fat Boy Gunning Decoy

For those of us with a more sentimental side, Autumn Wings is a wonderful company to add a different flavor to your spread. From DIY decoy kits, to beautifully hand-carved antique decoys, they have something for everyone. Their Fat Boy gunning decoy is made from solid EPS, coated with a proprietary hydrophobic material that provides a rugged and durable texture. The decoy has a no-rot keel, stainless rigging and a first-of-its-kind Texas rig keel. No matter if you’re using this on an individual line or long lines, these decoys will ride the water exactly like a real bird. The Fat Boy is a carved decoy, made to last generations of duck hunting memories. They look good and will provide years of duck decoying action!

$40 per decoy | autumnwings.com

Big Al’s Decoys X14 Active Pack

If there’s anyone in the game that knows how to make a decoy that kills birds, it’s Al Falkentsein. For years his silhouettes have been fooling birds to make their last pass over hunters’ blinds and have proven their weight in goose jerky. His X14 Active Pack is a deadly combo of seven different poses that look fantastic! Guides across the nation are turning to Big Al’s X14 Active Pack due to the realism, and the fact that you can buy them in a bulk pack of 70 to really beef up the spread. I had the chance to hunt over these a few times in Montana this past season and I can tell you firsthand, these silos are the real McCoy. There’s no glare, they look as realistic as you can get, and the geese were dying to get a better look! If you need to size up your Canada goose spread this season and you want to give silos a try, these are the perfect answer.

Starting at $82 | bigalsdecoys.com

Decoy Central Super Blocks EVA Full Body Goose Decoys

If you want to really bulk up your spread this year without draining your bank account, Decoy Central is the place to go! Their EVA Full Body Goose Decoys are a dream come true for waterfowlers who want to either get started in the game of field hunting or just want to up their spread numbers without shelling out a ton of cash. The EVA plastic is flexible, light, and easy to carry, but it’s also durable and built to take a beating. They come with built-in tail loops and let me tell you, if you haven’t gotten in on that craze you need to—it makes picking up decoys 1,000-times quicker and easier, especially when you’re putting out big number spreads. These decoys are sold in packs of one dozen, and the honkers even have flocked heads. I personally fell in love the with their snow goose decoys this past season after I needed a quick and easy way to bulk up my snow goose rig with some extra full bodies; they look good, and you can’t beat the price point! Decoy Central makes it easy to brag about the birds you kill, not how much you had to spend on decoys.

Starting at $150/dozen | decoycentral.com

SX Decoys Tall Neck Sentry Snow Goose Decoy

New to the SX line-up for this year is their Full Body Tall Neck Sentry in adult paint schemes. The detail is excellent, and when mixed in with windsocks or other feeder decoys, these sentries really give your spread an added level of realism. Sold in packs of 6, 12, and 24, these full bodies will help start those big spins that every snow goose hunter craves.

Starting at $139 per 6 | sxdecoys.com

SX Decoys Oversized Snow Goose Sleeper Shell

We love setting out snow goose sleeper shells, especially during the fall season, because they work. SX Decoys’ Oversized Snow Goose Sleeper Shells are the ticket to setting up a spread that looks like a flock of comfortable and content geese on the ground. Or just simply use them to help add to your hide.

Starting at $120 per 6 | sxdecoys.com

Southern Flyway Outfitters Decoy Raft

If you want a quick, easy way to deploy decoys and pick them up after the hunt, the decoy raft is just the thing. Made to sit sub-surface, and needing only one anchor, you can clip on dozens of decoys to deploy an entire raft of birds to draw the attention of every duck flying by. Made for use in any depth of water, this tool is perfect for hunting puddlers or divers. It comes in two sizes, the Decoy Raft Original, which measures 12’ x 5’, or the X2 which measures 6’ x 5’. These rafts give hunters the ability to set decoys just about anywhere, and hunt ducks wherever you can find the X.

Starting at $206 | southernflywayoutfitters.com

Lucky Duck Agitator 2.0 MAX

Lucky Duck is showing off their motion decoy muscles to help you bag more birds this year with their Agitator 2.0 MAX. This decoy allows you to create all the ruckus that happens when content birds start to feed. The exhaust tube on the decoy can be removed for easier transport, or turned upside down to create a “wobble” motion when the birds are extra wary. Coming with a 12V Lithium-ion battery, the Agitator 2.0 MAX has a run time of 10-12 hours. A feature I came to love was the oversize on/off switch that’s easy to use even with my too-big PVC coated rubber gloves. You can also program the Agitator to a remote, which gives you control over when the decoy needs to be in motion to get those ducks into range.

See website for pricing | luckyduck.com

Banded Finisher Sprinkler Decoy

Made to create a realistic splashing motion that ripples throughout the spread, this decoy is made from GHG’s ultra-realistic Pro-Grade decoy body. Like those sprinkler heads you see spraying water from the hose in front yards, this decoy works very similar, just without the added water pressure. The water shoots up from the back of the bird to imitate the splashing and beating wings that are commonly seen among content birds on the water. This gives life and motion to the rest of your decoys, while also reassuring the birds overhead that the fake decoys below look like a flock of the real thing. The Finisher Sprinkler has an internal lithium-ion battery with a seven-hour run time, a plug-in charger, and you absolutely cannot beat the foam filled body for those times when your friend gets disoriented and hammers the decoys instead of the duck, though he promised last time it would never happen again.

$180 | banded.com

Blue Bird Waterfowl The Animator

Ducks make lots of noise when they’re content on the water. A good chunk of that noise is the sound of water splashing from wingbeats. If you want to add a whole new level of confidence to your spread, The Animator from Blue Bird Waterfowl is a brilliant idea that incorporates a new type of motion to your spinning wing decoy. Attach The Animator wings to your spinner and see as the wing attachment adds the sound of natural splashing water to your spread. These sweet spinner wings are made to be hyper-realistic, and they are assembled here in the U.S.. Blue Bird also backs everything with no questions asked, full money-back guarantee if something just doesn’t work out. But I have a hunch you won’t be sending anything back once you see these wings in action!

$75 | bluebirdwaterfowl.com

Lucky Duck Swimmer 2.0 MAX

This decoy is so dang cool! Lucky Duck’s original Swimmer decoy was a game changer when it came to on-water realism, and now, with a new makeover to bring it to life even more, the Swimmer 2.0 MAX will have your spread looking like a refuge of birds. A high-output jet propulsion system creates a natural swimming movement that looks just like a duck, and the folks at Lucky Duck have added Decoy Follower, which attaches to the included pump on the Swimmer to pull two other static decoys, allowing you to have three swimming decoys at one time. This thing truly has everything to make your spread come to life! Available in mallard drake or hen and pintail drake.

See website for pricing | luckyduck.com

Jahpoo Decoys Flyway Deputy

New to the decoy scene and already making a name for themselves is Jahpoo Decoys. Their company moto is: “Revolutionizing Motion Decoys.” If you’re looking for simplistic realism, this is the way to go. Jahpoo is a butt-up feeder decoy that creates just the right balance of motion, without going overboard and flaring birds. The durable, hard-shell design allows it to be used in virtually any condition, from flooded fields to open ice holes. The operation is easy as can be; just set it in the spread and, using the wireless remote, let the decoy do the work to bring in those decoy-shy ducks.

Starting at $163 | jahpoo.com

MOJO Outdoors 25th Anniversary Silver Mallard Duck

New for this year is something special for MOJO—a 25th anniversary model spinning wing decoy called the “Silver Mallard.” This will be a fully functional spinner, but it will also serve as a collector’s piece and will be a limited-edition style decoy, with only one run being produced in 2025! It features a 25th anniversary plaque, and a sequentially numbered leg band that will be used for lottery draws throughout the year from MOJO. If you’re looking for something special and unique this year, whether to add to the spread or to serve as a collector’s item—or both—you don’t want to miss out on one of these! if you love a duck hunter, buy them one!

$90 | mojooutdoors.com

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