Cyfie TP-HYL-0156-a Gaff Review
Our verdict
The Cyfie TP-HYL-0156-a Gaff is the cheapest option in this lineup at $11.99, and its 4.5-star average across 682 reviews matches the pricier SANLIKE SC-128. For anglers who want a lightweight, 7-prong telescopic gaff at under twelve dollars, this is the pick to buy first.
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Anglers who target salmon with a gigging technique and want a lightweight, 0.22-pound stainless steel gaff that telescopes down for tackle box storage, and who want the lowest price point in this comparison at $11.99.
Skip if
Skip this if you fish for spearfish or flounder, since the 7-prong head is built around gigging salmon rather than spear-hook techniques. Anglers wanting a heavier-duty build might prefer the aluminum and stainless SANLIKE options instead.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.22 Pounds
- Target Species Salmon
- Technique Gigging
- Size 7 Prong with 8mm screw
- Color 7 Prong with 8mm screw
- Priced 44% below the category median ($21.49 across 10 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 682 owner ratings
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Popularity3.5/5
682 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 standing at the rail after a long fight with a salmon, and you need something to finish the job without losing the fish boat-side. The Cyfie TP-HYL-0156-a Gaff is built for exactly that moment, with a 7-prong head that threads on with an 8mm screw and a telescopic pole that collapses down when you are not using it. At $11.99 it undercuts every other gaff in this comparison, some of which run nearly four times the price.
The build is stainless steel throughout, and at just 0.22 pounds it is one of the lightest options here, lighter than the SANLIKE SC-78's 5.64-ounce figure and far under the SANLIKE SC-128's 8.8 ounces. Amazon lists the technique as gigging and the target species as salmon, which lines up with the multi-prong design instead of the single spear hook found on the SANLIKE models.
The 4.5-star average across 682 reviews ties the SANLIKE SC-128 for the highest rating in this set, and 100+ units bought last month shows steady demand at this price point. That combination of low price, matching top-tier rating, and real purchase volume makes it a reasonable default pick for anglers who gig for salmon rather than spear other species.
Pros
- Lowest price in the comparison at $11.99, nearly half the cost of the next-cheapest gaff
- 4.5-star rating across 682 reviews, tied for the best in this group
- Lightweight at 0.22 pounds, stainless steel construction
- Telescopic pole design collapses for storage in a tackle bag or boat locker
- 100+ bought last month shows consistent buyer demand
- 7-prong head with 8mm screw attachment suits gigging technique for salmon
Cons
- 7-prong gigging head is not built for spear-hook techniques used on spearfish
- Review count of 682 is roughly half of the SANLIKE SC-128's 1,300
- No stated pole length or reach, unlike the Cyfie 6-foot model
- Single target species listed, so versatility across species is unclear from the spec sheet
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.22 Pounds |
| Target Species | Salmon |
| Technique | Gigging |
| Size | 7 Prong with 8mm screw |
| Color | 7 Prong with 8mm screw |
| Feature | Telescopic Fishing Gaff Pole |
Performance notes
The 8mm screw attachment on the 7-prong head means the business end is removable for storage, which matters more than it sounds once you are working a telescopic pole in a cramped cockpit. At 0.22 pounds, the whole unit stays light enough to hold one-handed while you keep your other hand free for the leader or net. Stainless steel construction resists the saltwater corrosion that would eat through a painted or coated finish over a season of use. The gigging technique pairing with salmon suggests this is meant for close-quarters work rather than the longer-reach spear hook technique used on the SANLIKE models, which target spearfish specifically. Anglers who fish gigging technique species will find the multi-prong head more forgiving of imperfect placement than a single spear point, since more than one prong can catch.
What buyers say
A 4.5-star average across 682 reviews puts this gaff in a tie with the SANLIKE SC-128 for the top rating among the four gaffs compared here, even though the SC-128 carries nearly double the review count at 1,300. The gap in review volume suggests the Cyfie has had less total market exposure, but the rating itself held steady rather than drifting lower as more buyers weighed in. Bought last month sits at 100+, which is half the SANLIKE SC-128's 200+ but still clears the threshold that suggests ongoing, non-seasonal demand rather than a one-time spike. Read together, the pattern points to a well-regarded budget option with a smaller but consistent buyer base.
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Frequently asked questions
What technique is the Cyfie TP-HYL-0156-a Gaff built for?
Amazon lists the technique as gigging, paired with a target species of salmon. The 7-prong head with an 8mm screw attachment is designed for that multi-point gigging style rather than the single spear hook technique used on the SANLIKE gaffs in this comparison.
How does the price compare to other gaffs in this lineup?
At $11.99, it is the least expensive gaff among the four compared here. The Cyfie 6-foot model runs $19.98, the SANLIKE SC-128 runs $21.99, and the SANLIKE SC-78 runs $44.99, making this the clear budget pick for anglers who do not need extra pole length or a spear hook design.
Is the stainless steel build durable for saltwater use?
The spec sheet lists stainless steel as the material and 0.22 pounds as the weight, pointing to a corrosion-resistant build without excess bulk. No lab or hands-on testing data is available, so durability claims beyond the stated material are not confirmed.