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Hikary Long Nose Fishing Pliers,Ice Fishing Gear,Stainless Steel Hook Remover Review
Our verdict
The Hikary long nose fishing pliers cost $9.99 and carry a 4.4 star average across 1,600 reviews, the second highest review count in this comparison behind the ZACX. At 0.14 kilograms with a stainless steel and rubber build, it is a budget-friendly long nose option backed by real, ongoing purchase volume.
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Anglers who want a long nose design for reaching deep hooksets in a fish's mouth, paired with a low $9.99 price and a rubber-accented grip, and who are comfortable with a rating slightly below the top performers in this comparison.
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Skip it if you want the highest possible rating, since its 4.4 stars trails the 4.7 stars of the ZACX and Region Fishing options and the 4.6 stars of the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 in this comparison.
- Material Stainless Steel, Rubber
- Weight 0.14 Kilograms
- Color Red-8.8inches
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 17% below the category median ($11.99 across 104 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5
overall
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 1,600 owner ratings
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Popularity4.6/5
1,600 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
A long nose plier earns its keep when a hook is buried past the first knuckle of a fish's mouth, and the Hikary long nose fishing pliers are built around that reach. Made from stainless steel and rubber and measuring 8.8 inches in red, it weighs 0.14 kilograms as a single 1.0 count piece.
At $9.99, it undercuts most of the field, priced just below the Berkley BTSTLP6 at $10.99 and the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97, and well under the Region Fishing hook remover at $19.99, the Texas SR-5 at $20.11, and the ZACX at $23.99. Its 1,600 reviews are the second largest sample in this comparison, trailing only the ZACX's 15,936.
The 4.4 star average is the lowest of the group, a notch below the 4.6 to 4.8 stars posted elsewhere, though 100 or more units bought last month shows it still moves regularly. For anglers focused on reach and price over the absolute top rating, the combination of a long nose design, a large review base, and a sub-ten-dollar cost makes it a practical everyday option for most freshwater trips.
Pros
- 1,600 reviews, the second largest sample among the pliers compared here
- Priced at $9.99, cheaper than four of the five alternatives in this comparison
- Long nose 8.8 inch design suited to deep hooksets
- Stainless steel and rubber build combines corrosion resistance with grip
- 100 or more bought last month shows continued demand
Cons
- 4.4 star rating is the lowest average in this five-way comparison
- Bought last month figure of 100 or more trails the Berkley's 500 or more and ZACX's 3,000 or more
- Only available in red at 8.8 inches, no size or color variety listed
- Weight of 0.14 kilograms is not directly comparable to ounce-listed competitors without conversion
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel, Rubber |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.14 Kilograms |
| Color | Red-8.8inches |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
The stainless steel and rubber combination on the Hikary pliers pairs a corrosion-resistant jaw and cutter with a softer rubber section, most likely on the handles, which helps with grip when hands are wet from handling fish or bait. At 0.14 kilograms, it carries more heft than the ultralight Booms plier at 0.02 pounds, which can translate to a sturdier feel when applying leverage to a stubborn hook, though it also means slightly more weight on a vest or belt over a long day. The 8.8 inch long nose profile is suited to reaching hooks set deep in a mouth or gill area, a common need with species that swallow lures aggressively. Its 4.4 star rating, while the lowest in this group, still reflects a majority-positive pattern across a substantial 1,600 review sample.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 1,600 reviews is the lowest rating in this comparison, sitting behind the 4.5 to 4.8 stars posted by the other four pliers, though the review count itself is the second highest, trailing only the ZACX's 15,936. The 100 or more bought last month figure is modest next to the ZACX's 3,000 or more and the Berkley's 500 or more, but it still beats the Region Fishing hook remover and Texas SR-5, both reporting 0 or more. Read together, the pattern points to a widely purchased budget option that satisfies most buyers without matching the near-universal praise of the pricier alternatives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Hikary fishing pliers' nose?
The listing specifies an 8.8 inch length in red, part of a long nose design meant to reach hooks set deep in a fish's mouth. It is made from stainless steel and rubber and weighs 0.14 kilograms as a single 1.0 count piece.
Is the Hikary plier rated as well as pricier options?
No. Its 4.4 star average across 1,600 reviews is the lowest in this comparison, behind the 4.6 to 4.8 stars of the other four pliers. It still holds a large review sample and 100 or more units bought last month, suggesting steady if not top-tier satisfaction.
How does the Hikary pliers' price compare to competitors?
At $9.99, it costs less than the Berkley BTSTLP6, the Rapala RCP6, the Region Fishing hook remover, the Texas SR-5, and the ZACX, making it the second cheapest option in this six-product comparison, trailing only the Booms BFFPH0165K02 at $8.99 by a small margin.