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Plano 350500 Bait Storage Review
Our verdict
The Plano 350500 Bait Storage costs $13.79 and includes a removable compartment, a practical feature not listed on the Flambeau 3003 or Frabill 4501. It holds a 4.6 star rating across 1,000 reviews, with 300 or more units bought last month showing steady, ongoing demand.
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Anglers who want a clear, plastic bait box with a removable compartment for sorting smaller bait or tackle, backed by a 4.6 star rating across a full 1,000 reviews and consistent monthly purchase activity.
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Skip it if you want the single highest rating available, since the Frabill 4501 rates higher at 4.7 stars for $9.95, roughly a third less, while also drawing far greater monthly buyer volume.
- Material Plastic
- Color Clear
- Pieces 1
- Feature Removable Compartment
- Priced 27% below the category median ($18.99 across 13 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5
overall
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 1,000 owner ratings
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Popularity3.5/5
1,000 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
Anglers who like to sort bait into smaller groups often look for a container with a removable compartment, and that is exactly what the Plano 350500 offers at $13.79. That price lands well above the Flambeau 3003's $4.79 but comfortably under the Marine SS212's $49.99, putting it in a middle price tier for this category.
Built from clear plastic as a single count unit, the 350500 lets anglers see bait at a glance while the removable compartment feature allows for splitting off smaller items without needing a second container. That combination of visibility and internal sorting sets it apart from solid colored options like the Frabill 4501's yellow and white body or the Marine SS212's black synthetic shell.
On reputation, the 350500 holds a 4.6 star average across a full 1,000 reviews, ahead of the 4.5 star marks on the Flambeau 3003 and Marine SS212, though just under the Frabill 4501's 4.7 stars. Its 300 or more units bought last month outpaces the Marine SS212's 200 or more but still trails the 1,000 or more monthly pace of the Flambeau 3003 and Frabill 4501. For anglers who value the removable compartment and a strong review count, the 350500 is a solid mid tier pick.
Pros
- Removable compartment feature not listed on the Flambeau 3003 or Frabill 4501
- Holds a 4.6 star rating across a full 1,000 reviews
- Clear plastic body makes it easy to see bait at a glance
- 300 or more units bought last month, ahead of the Marine SS212's 200 or more
- Priced at $13.79, far below the Marine SS212's $49.99
- InStock and ready to ship
Cons
- Rates below the Frabill 4501's 4.7 stars
- 300 or more monthly buyers trails the 1,000 or more pace of the Flambeau 3003 and Frabill 4501
- Costs nearly three times the Flambeau 3003's $4.79
- Ships as a single count unit with no stackable feature listed
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Color | Clear |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Removable Compartment |
Performance notes
The removable compartment is the standout spec on the 350500, giving anglers a way to split off smaller bait or tackle without carrying a second container, a feature not listed on the Flambeau 3003 or Frabill 4501 in this comparison. Built from clear plastic, it lets anglers check bait levels without opening the lid, a visibility advantage over the Marine SS212's solid black synthetic shell or the Frabill 4501's yellow and white body. As a single count unit, it is meant to function as a standalone container rather than part of a stackable system. The plastic build matches the Frabill 4501's material choice, differing from the polypropylene of the Flambeau 3003 and the synthetic construction of the Marine SS212, positioning the 350500 as a practical, see through option for anglers who want internal organization in one container.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across 1,000 reviews puts the 350500 ahead of the 4.5 star marks on the Flambeau 3003 and Marine SS212, though it sits just under the Frabill 4501's 4.7 stars. Crossing the 1,000 review mark itself is a meaningful signal, showing the rating holds up across a wide sample rather than a handful of early buyers. The 300 or more units bought last month is a step up from the Marine SS212's 200 or more, pointing to healthier demand, though it still runs behind the 1,000 or more monthly pace of the Flambeau 3003 and Frabill 4501. Together, the pattern suggests a dependable, well liked product with solid but not category leading momentum.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the removable compartment on the Plano 350500 do?
It is a listed feature that lets anglers separate smaller bait or tackle within the container instead of relying on one open space. Neither the Flambeau 3003 nor the Frabill 4501 lists this feature in the facts available, making it a distinguishing spec for the 350500.
Is the Plano 350500 clear or a solid color?
It is clear, according to the facts available, which lets anglers see bait or tackle inside without opening the container. That differs from the Frabill 4501's yellow and white body and the Marine SS212's solid black synthetic shell, both of which hide their contents from view.
How does the Plano 350500's review count compare to rivals?
The 350500 has 1,000 reviews, more than the Marine SS212's 827, though far fewer than the Flambeau 3003's 10,700 or the Frabill 4501's 1,900. It sits comfortably in the middle of the pack on review volume within this comparison group overall.