Piscifun Piscifun-RL080-B Fly Reel Review
Our verdict
At $52.99, the Piscifun RL080-B backs up its 4.6 star rating with 2,600 reviews, by far the largest review base in this comparison, and shows 100+ units bought last month, the only reel here with a confirmed recent sales figure.
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Anglers who want a fly reel with a proven track record, backed by 2,600 reviews at a 4.6 star average and 100+ recent purchases, all at a sub-$53 price point that undercuts every premium option in this comparison.
Skip if
Skip the Piscifun RL080-B if you need a reel sized outside the 5/6 weight range, since it is built specifically for that class, or if you specifically want a boutique or premium-branded reel like the $449 Ross Reels Animas regardless of review volume.
- Material Aluminum
- Weight 4.7 Ounces
- Technique Fly Fishing
- Size 5/6wt
- Color Gunmetal
- Pieces 1
- Priced 13% above the category median ($46.73 across 20 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 2,600 owner ratings
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Popularity5.0/5
2,600 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
Picking a 5/6 weight fly reel for trout water is exactly the scenario the Piscifun RL080-B is built for, an aluminum reel weighing 4.7 ounces in a gunmetal finish, sized and priced at $52.99 for that specific line class.
What sets this reel apart in this lineup is volume: 2,600 reviews back its 4.6 star average, more than four times the 566 reviews behind the Pflueger 1149988 and nearly nineteen times the 139 behind the Okuma S-8/9. Bought last month is listed at 100+, the only reel in this comparison with a nonzero recent purchase figure, a signal of active, ongoing demand rather than a stagnant listing.
On price, the RL080-B sits close to the $48.46 Daiwa 00404230 and just above the $39.99 Okuma S-8/9, but its rating and review count both come out ahead of the Daiwa's 4.2 stars over 239 reviews. Only the $449 Ross Reels Animas rates higher at 5.0 stars, though that figure rests on just 10 reviews against the RL080-B's 2,600. For anglers who want a 5/6 weight reel backed by both a strong rating and heavy review volume, the Piscifun is the clearest data-backed pick here.
Pros
- 4.6 star rating across 2,600 reviews, the largest review base of any reel in this comparison by a wide margin.
- 100+ units bought last month, the only reel here with a confirmed nonzero recent sales figure.
- Aluminum construction at 4.7 ounces, lighter than the Pflueger 1149988's 11.2 ounce blend build.
- Priced at $52.99, close to the $48.46 Daiwa 00404230 while rating higher at 4.6 versus 4.2 stars.
- Sized specifically for 5/6 weight line, a common trout and general freshwater class.
- Rating beats the Okuma S-8/9's 4.5 stars and the Pflueger 1149988's 4.4 stars.
Cons
- Costs more than the $37.58 Pflueger and $39.99 Okuma, though the rating and review volume are higher.
- Limited to the 5/6 weight class, so it will not suit anglers needing an 8/9 weight reel like the Okuma S-8/9.
- Still rates below the $449 Ross Reels Animas' 5.0 stars, though that figure is based on only 10 reviews.
- Gunmetal is the only color listed, without alternative finish options.
Specifications
| Material | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4.7 Ounces |
| Technique | Fly Fishing |
| Size | 5/6wt |
| Color | Gunmetal |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
The RL080-B's 5/6wt sizing places it squarely in general trout and freshwater territory, a lighter class than the 8/9 weight Okuma S-8/9 in this comparison, and suited to anglers casting standard weight-forward line rather than heavier saltwater setups. At 4.7 ounces, the aluminum body is lighter than the Pflueger 1149988's 11.2 ounce blend construction, which should translate to a reel that balances well on lighter rod builds matched to that same 5/6 weight range. The single-piece aluminum design mirrors the build approach of the Daiwa 00404230, though the Daiwa specifies a semi-large arbor spool and click-drag system that this listing does not detail. With 100+ units bought last month and 2,600 reviews behind it, the RL080-B has clearly moved through a large volume of actual purchases, which is a different kind of evidence than a spec sheet alone provides.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star rating across 2,600 reviews is the standout pattern here, both in score and in sheer sample size. That review count dwarfs every other reel in this comparison, from the Pflueger 1149988's 566 to the Daiwa 00404230's 239 to the Ross Reels Animas' 10, meaning the RL080-B's average has been tested across a far wider range of buyers and conditions. The 100+ bought last month figure reinforces that pattern, since it is the only reel in this set with a nonzero recent purchase number, suggesting steady, ongoing demand rather than a one-time review spike. Together, the high rating, large review base, and active purchase volume point to consistent buyer satisfaction at scale.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people have reviewed the Piscifun RL080-B fly reel?
It has 2,600 reviews at a 4.6 star average, the largest review count of any reel in this comparison. That is more than four times the 566 reviews behind the Pflueger 1149988 and far ahead of the 10 to 239 reviews behind the other reels listed here.
Is the Piscifun RL080-B still selling well?
Yes, the listing shows 100+ units bought last month, the only reel in this comparison with a confirmed nonzero recent sales figure. Combined with 2,600 total reviews, that points to active, ongoing demand rather than a reel that has stalled after an initial sales period.
What line weight is the Piscifun RL080-B sized for?
It is built for 5/6 weight line, according to its listed specs, placing it in the general trout and freshwater category. That is a lighter class than the 8/9 weight Okuma S-8/9 also covered in this comparison, so anglers should match rod weight accordingly before buying.