Hoyt Katera Review

Hoyt Katera

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out of 4 user reviews
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Pros

  • one of the fastests bows
  • lighweight
  • has a smooth draw

Cons

  • not the most forgiving bow

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Editors' review

The Hoyt Katera started to hit the market in 2007 and at that time became one of the best Hoyt bows ever. It gained a lot of popularity due to the increased speed and reduced mass weight compared to its predecessor - Hoyt Vectrix.

Eccentric system

One of the major innovations introduced by the Hoyt design team is the Z3 cam system. Many archers agree in that the eccentric system behind this bow is impressive. They say that this bow produces great speeds and has a very smooth draw cycle at the same time. With this system, it is possible to visually inspect the limbs, cam, and cables to ensure they are adjusted properly. In addition, this bow offers 75% let-off which makes it easy to hold the weight at full draw.

Hoyt Katera vs Katera XL

Compared to the XL version the standard Katera is a bit smaller and features a shorter brace height which increases the IBO speed to 330 fps. As a result the standard Katera is more aggressive that the XL version.
BowHoyt KateraHoyt Katera XL
Version 20092009 (Z3 Cam)
PictureHoyt KateraHoyt Katera XL
Brace Height6 "7.5 "
AtA Length33 "36 "
Draw Length24 " - 30 "25.5 " - 31.5 "
Draw Weight40 lbs - 80 lbs40 lbs - 80 lbs
IBO Speed330 fps320 fps
Weight4.5 lbs4.6 lbs
Let-Off65% or 75% 65% or 75%
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If you have a long draw length or you simply prefer more forgiving bows, you may want to consider getting the 36" Hoyt Katera XL or the revamped 7" brace height Hoyt Vectrix Plus with the new Z3 Cam system.

Summary

To summarize, the Hoyt Katera is a fast bow that delivers outstanding shooting experience. Being smooth, quiet, and fast, this bow is a great choice for average shooters.

User Reviews

  • 4 reviews
  • ( out of 4 reviews for all versions)
Its an awesome bow and i bought it brand new.
by Brandon Kaercher from Elkhart indiana united states - March 29, 2021 at 7:29 am

Version: 2009 Hoyt Katera

Rating:

Pros: What i liked about the bow is that its finish the balance and how light it is. It's deadly accurate and its really fast. I shoot 100 grain muzzy bone crushers and it blows right through the deer ribs or shoulders.

Cons: Theres nothing i didn't like.

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It's easy to draw back solid wall and its very fast. I get 320 fps out of it. I love the look of it. Guys who are shooting matthews pse's bowtech's will ask me what kind of bow im shooting because they like the looks of it. I let them shoot it and try it out and they even loved how it shot and how accurate and fast it is.

One hard hitting arrow slinger.
by Raymond M Bullock from MOntrose, Mo - October 5, 2020 at 2:39 am

Version: 2008 Hoyt Katera

Rating:

Pros: Smooth draw, solid back wall, fast hard hitting bow.

Cons: Not as forgiving as some, can be jumpy if not solid in shooting form.

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I set this bow up in 2008 and is now 2020. I have not upgraded bows, no joke. This bow has taken many animals and just seems like a tank. I have had several bows in the mean time but I have never not taken my Katera out. I shoot a 405 grain arrow that will blow through both shoulders of a white tail. I grew up in the midwest and live in a small town. I will shoot 3d with it once in a while and still to this day, I have guys still stop me and ask what I shoot. I will always like that continously arching riser look, its clean. Fuse did a great job with the strings and cables, no stretch seen. This bow I know when I pick it up and I put whatever the yardage pin on target, its going to connect!

I have the Dealer Demo model of this bow... all I can say is wow!
by Micah Grimm from Sioux Falls, SD - February 17, 2013 at 5:30 am

Version: 2009 Hoyt Katera

Rating:

Pros: The wood grain grip and smooth draw make this bow fun to shoot.

Cons: Heavier at 4.5 lbs, the Katera makes up for it with balance.

Full review:

It truly has a great feel. I can hold a shot at full draw for quite a while before letting the arrow fly. The riser has really cool features and the black version of this bow looks awesome. For a 2009 model, it still has that feel of some of the newer agressive bows.

Great bow. Have been through 26 bows through 4 years and finally settled on the hoyt katera.
by William Pitts from Wisconsin - June 21, 2010 at 5:41 pm

Version: 2008 Hoyt Katera

Rating:

Pros: Durable finish and tough as nails. You can see the quality they put into this bow. Smooth shooter, very little vibration. Holds very well on the shot and is very fast and very accurate.

Cons: The string suppressor. The rubber is not as soft as some after market ones.

Full review:

The best all around bow out there in my opinion. Wish they would have continued with it but they are not known to keep a bow out for long before going to another model. Before, the mathews switchback was my favorite and thought nothing could replace it. But the katera has. It is just as smooth. Made more durable. Smoother draw cycle and much faster. I have had two shoulder operations in the past so I have been very picky as to what I will shoot. The hoyt katera does it all!

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