Flambeau T5PW Tackle Box Review
Our verdict
The Flambeau T5PW Tackle Box, priced at $60.97, holds a 4.6 star average across 264 reviews with 50+ bought last month. Its 12 pound weight signals a genuinely heavy-duty build, making it a strong pick for anglers who prioritize durability over portability.
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Anglers who want a rugged, full-size tackle box and do not mind the added heft. The 12 pound weight and red color make it easy to spot in a boat or truck bed, and the price sits comfortably between the budget and premium Plano options here.
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You need something light to carry long distances on foot, or you are on a tight budget. At 12 pounds and $60.97, this is neither the cheapest nor the lightest tackle box in this comparison.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 12 Pounds
- Color Red
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature fishing-tackle-boxes
- Priced 155% above the category median ($23.89 across 66 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 264 owner ratings
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Popularity2.0/5
264 owner reviews, fewer 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
The Flambeau T5PW Tackle Box lists at $60.97, positioning it in the middle of the price range for tackle boxes covered here, below the Plano 758 at $84.67 but well above the Plano 23500-00 at $3.97 and the Plano 1155-03 at $33.24. It is built from plastic, finished in red, and ships as a single 1.0 count unit weighing 12 pounds.
That 12 pound figure stands out. It is six times heavier than the Plano 1155-03's 4.2 pounds, which suggests a much larger internal capacity or thicker-walled construction, likely both. Its 4.6 star rating across 264 reviews sits just a tenth of a point below the Plano 758 and Plano 1155-03, both at 4.7 stars, and matches the Plano 23500-00 exactly.
Demand looks solid but more modest than the Plano lineup, with 50+ bought last month compared to 100+ for all three Plano alternatives. Combined with a smaller review count of 264 versus the Plano 758's 1,100 and the Plano 23500-00's 1,600, this suggests the Flambeau T5PW is a known quantity with a loyal but smaller buyer base rather than the default choice in this category.
Pros
- 4.6 star average across 264 reviews, nearly matching the top Plano options
- 12 pound build suggests substantial internal capacity and durable construction
- Priced at $60.97, undercutting the premium Plano 758 by nearly $24
- 50+ bought last month shows consistent ongoing demand
- Red colorway makes it easy to locate in gear-heavy environments like boats
Cons
- At $60.97, it costs over 15 times more than the Plano 23500-00 at $3.97
- 12 pounds is significantly heavier than the Plano 1155-03's 4.2 pounds, a real factor for anglers who carry gear on foot
- 264 reviews is the smallest sample size among the four boxes compared here
- 50+ bought last month trails the 100+ figure posted by every Plano alternative
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 12 Pounds |
| Color | Red |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | fishing-tackle-boxes |
Performance notes
A 12 pound tackle box is a meaningful data point. For comparison, the Plano 1155-03 weighs just 4.2 pounds, meaning the Flambeau T5PW is roughly three times heavier even before factoring in any tackle loaded inside. That weight almost certainly comes from a larger shell, thicker plastic walls, or a multi-tray cantilever system designed to hold more gear per box. Anglers who fish from a boat or truck, where weight is less of a concern than capacity, are the ones best positioned to benefit from this. Anglers who hike into remote spots will feel that extra weight in a pack or over a long walk, and should weigh it against the lighter Plano options in this comparison.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star rating across 264 reviews puts the Flambeau T5PW just behind the Plano 758 and Plano 1155-03 at 4.7 stars, and exactly level with the Plano 23500-00. The smaller review count, roughly a quarter of the Plano 758's 1,100 and a sixth of the Plano 23500-00's 1,600, points to a smaller but still active buyer base. At 50+ bought last month, demand trails the 100+ figure seen across all three Plano alternatives, suggesting this box has a dedicated following without matching the broader mainstream pull of the Plano line.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Flambeau T5PW Tackle Box worth $60.97 compared to the Plano 758?
The Plano 758 costs more at $84.67 and edges it out slightly with a 4.7 star rating on 1,100 reviews versus 4.6 stars on 264 reviews. If budget matters, the Flambeau T5PW saves nearly $24 while landing close in rating.
Why does the Flambeau T5PW weigh 12 pounds?
That weight likely reflects a larger, more heavy-duty shell built to hold more tackle trays than lighter boxes like the 4.2 pound Plano 1155-03. It is a tradeoff between capacity or durability and portability.
How popular is the Flambeau T5PW compared to Plano boxes?
It sees 50+ bought last month and 264 reviews, both smaller figures than the 100+ purchases and 619 to 1,600 reviews posted by the three Plano boxes in this comparison, suggesting a smaller but still loyal buyer base.