Scotty 0280-BK Rod Holder Review
Our verdict
The Scotty 0280-BK rod holder runs $18.95, making it the cheapest Scotty in this lineup, and its 4.7 star average across 702 reviews matches the pricier 230-BK model exactly. At 8 ounces of plastic construction, it is built for anglers who want a reliable mount without paying for the synthetic upgrades found on the 0229-BK or 230-BK.
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Budget-conscious anglers who want a proven Scotty mount without paying for the synthetic body found on the 230-BK or 0229-BK. Good for boat owners adding a second or third holder without a big spend.
Skip if
Skip it if you want the more solid feel of the synthetic 230-BK or 0229-BK, or if you are mounting heavier saltwater rods where the extra material on the pricier models matters more than saving a few dollars.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 8 ounces
- Color Black
- Pieces 1
- Feature Rod Holder
- Priced 24% below the category median ($24.97 across 84 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 702 owner ratings
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Popularity3.7/5
702 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Picture a weekend boat owner who just wants one more spot to stash a rod while running to the next hole. The Scotty 0280-BK fills that role at $18.95, the lowest price in this holder lineup, without asking for a compromise most buyers seem to notice.
The build is plastic rather than the synthetic material used on the 230-BK and 0229-BK, and it weighs 8 ounces, the lightest of the three Scotty holders compared here. It ships in a single piece and is molded in black, matching the rest of the line. That lighter build keeps the price down, but it also means less material bulk than the 14.4-ounce 0229-BK or the 1-pound 230-BK.
At 4.7 stars across 702 reviews, it holds the same rating as the $24.95 230-BK, though with roughly half the review volume, since the 230-BK has logged 1,500 reviews. Bought last month sits at 200+, tying the 0229-BK's demand figure even though the 0280-BK costs about $8 less. Compared to the $15.99 Sea 27-2P, which rates 4.6 stars across 1,000 reviews with only 50+ bought last month, the 0280-BK looks like the stronger seller at a similar price point.
Pros
- Rated 4.7 stars across 702 reviews, matching the pricier 230-BK's score
- Lightest holder in this comparison at just 8 ounces
- Priced at $18.95, the least expensive Scotty option here
- Bought 200+ times last month, on par with the $26.92 0229-BK
- Single-piece plastic build keeps mounting straightforward
- Currently in stock and ready to ship
Cons
- Plastic construction instead of the synthetic material used on the 230-BK and 0229-BK
- Review count of 702 trails the 1,500 logged by both pricier Scotty models
- No stated weight capacity in the listed specs
- Fewer monthly buyers than the 400+ recorded for the 230-BK
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8 ounces |
| Color | Black |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Rod Holder |
Performance notes
The 8-ounce plastic body is the defining spec here. It is the lightest of the Scotty holders in this set, which points to a design meant for lighter spinning and casting rods rather than heavy saltwater trolling setups. The single-piece construction and black finish match the rest of the Scotty line, so mounting hardware and side accessories from other Scotty holders should be compatible in theory, though the listing does not confirm cross-model fit. At $18.95, the price gap to the $24.95 230-BK is about $6, and to the $26.92 0229-BK it is roughly $8. Given that the 0280-BK matches the 230-BK's 4.7 star rating, the extra weight and synthetic material on the pricier models appears to buy durability or capacity rather than user satisfaction, at least based on how reviewers have scored it so far.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star average across 702 reviews is a solid pattern for a low-cost accessory, and it sits right alongside the $24.95 230-BK's identical 4.7 star score. The gap shows up in volume: 702 reviews versus 1,500 for the 230-BK, which likely reflects a newer or lower-visibility listing rather than a quality issue. At 200+ units bought last month, demand matches the $26.92 0229-BK almost exactly, suggesting shoppers see the two as comparable even at a meaningfully lower price. That combination, a top-tier rating paired with steady but not dominant monthly volume, points to a well-liked product that has not yet built the review base of Scotty's higher-volume holders.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Scotty 0280-BK strong enough for saltwater use?
The listing specs it as plastic construction at 8 ounces, without a stated weight capacity. Anglers targeting heavier saltwater rods may prefer the synthetic 230-BK or 0229-BK, both of which carry more material weight and a similar or identical star rating.
How does the 0280-BK compare in price to other Scotty holders?
At $18.95, it undercuts the $24.95 230-BK by about $6 and the $26.92 0229-BK by roughly $8, making it the most affordable Scotty rod holder in this comparison while still matching the 230-BK's 4.7 star rating across a much smaller pool of 702 reviews.
Is the Scotty 0280-BK a popular choice right now?
Yes. It shows 200+ units bought last month and carries 702 reviews at a 4.7 star average, a demand level that ties the pricier 0229-BK despite costing about $8 less, which suggests steady ongoing interest from budget-focused buyers shopping this category.