Booms BFFPX0178B10 Fishing Pliers Review
Our verdict
The Booms BFFPX0178B10 fishing pliers sell for $19.99 and carry a 4.6 star rating across 2,800 reviews, the largest review base of any pliers in this lineup. Made from stainless steel and bundled with a sheath and lanyard, it pairs a documented metal build with more reviewed feedback than the Texas SR-5, Rapala RCP6, or Berkley hemostat.
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Anglers who want a stainless steel plier with a sheath and lanyard included, backed by the largest review count in this comparison at 2,800 ratings and a steady 100+ bought last month.
Skip if
Skip it if weight matters most, since at 0.19 kilograms it is heavier than the Texas SR-5's 0.06 kilograms, or if you want the highest recent purchase volume, since the Berkley hemostat's 500+ bought last month outpaces this pair's 100+.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.19 Kilograms
- Color Blue(coms 1 Sheath and 1 Lanyard)
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature use
- Priced 67% above the category median ($11.99 across 104 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 2,800 owner ratings
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Popularity4.9/5
2,800 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
Standing at the bank trying to free a treble hook from a pike's mouth calls for a plier that will not slip, and the Booms BFFPX0178B10 answers with a stainless steel build at $19.99. That price sits just under the Texas SR-5's $20.11 and above the Rapala RCP6's $11.97 and the Berkley hemostat's $10.99, positioning it in the middle of this four-way comparison on cost.
Where the Booms pair stands out is review volume. Its 2,800 reviews dwarf the Texas SR-5's 396, the Rapala's 544, and even the Berkley's 848, while holding a 4.6 star average that matches the Texas SR-5 and Rapala and beats the Berkley's 4.4. At 0.19 kilograms it is the heaviest of the group next to the Rapala's 0.3 pounds, and it ships in blue with a sheath and lanyard included, extras that are not listed on the plainer Texas SR-5 or Rapala entries.
Bought last month sits at 100+, trailing the Berkley's 500+ and the Rapala's 200+ but still ahead of the Texas SR-5's 0+. For anglers who weigh a long review history and a bundled sheath and lanyard heavily, the Booms pliers make a solid case at this price, even if current purchase momentum favors the cheaper Berkley and Rapala options.
Pros
- 2,800 reviews, the highest review count among the compared pliers
- 4.6 star average, tied for the best rating alongside the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6
- Stainless steel construction with a documented material spec
- Includes a sheath and a lanyard in the listed package
- Priced at $19.99, cheaper than the Texas SR-5's $20.11
- 100+ bought last month shows continued active demand
Cons
- At 0.19 kilograms, it is heavier than the Texas SR-5's 0.06 kilograms
- 100+ bought last month trails the Berkley's 500+ and the Rapala's 200+
- Costs more than the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97 and the Berkley hemostat at $10.99
- The feature field just lists use, without further detail on jaw type or cutter design
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.19 Kilograms |
| Color | Blue(coms 1 Sheath and 1 Lanyard) |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | use |
Performance notes
The listed specs put the Booms BFFPX0178B10 at 0.19 kilograms in stainless steel, a heavier and more traditionally built tool than the 0.06 kilogram Texas SR-5. That added weight typically comes from a fuller frame and can mean a sturdier grip when working a hook free from a larger fish, though it also makes the tool less pocket friendly than the lighter alternatives in this set. The bundled sheath and lanyard address a common complaint with loose pliers, since a lanyard keeps the tool clipped to a vest or pack and a sheath protects the points from snagging line or gear inside a tackle bag. Color is listed as blue, which helps with visibility if the pliers are dropped on a boat deck or in grass along the bank. The feature field simply reads use, so beyond material and weight, the listing does not specify jaw length or cutter type.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across 2,800 reviews is a large enough sample to suggest the rating is stable rather than driven by a handful of early buyers, and it matches the same star average posted by the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6. The 100+ bought last month figure shows ongoing purchases, though it runs behind the Berkley hemostat's 500+ and the Rapala's 200+, suggesting current buyer momentum in this category leans toward the cheaper options. Still, with far more total reviews than any of the three alternatives, the Booms pliers read as an established, well-reviewed product even if it is not currently the fastest mover.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do the Booms BFFPX0178B10 fishing pliers cost?
They are priced at $19.99, just under the Texas SR-5's $20.11 and above the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97 and the Berkley hemostat at $10.99. Among these four pliers, the Booms pair sits closest in price to the Texas SR-5, though it includes a sheath and lanyard that the SR-5 listing does not mention.
Does it come with a sheath or lanyard?
Yes, the listing includes both a sheath and a lanyard along with the pliers themselves, in a blue color scheme. Neither the Texas SR-5 nor the Rapala RCP6 in this comparison lists a sheath or lanyard as included accessories. That makes it a more complete out of box package for anglers who do not already own a way to carry pliers.
How does the review count compare to other fishing pliers?
At 2,800 reviews, it has more than three times the Berkley hemostat's 848, over five times the Rapala RCP6's 544, and more than seven times the Texas SR-5's 396, making it the most reviewed pliers in this set by a wide margin.