Fishbites 0152 Fish Attractant Review
Our verdict
The Fishbites 0152 Fish Attractant costs $5.86 and holds a 4.5 star average across 804 reviews, a strong score backed by one of the largest review counts in this comparison. Selling at 200 or more units a month, it lands as a well-reviewed, low-cost pick for crappie, trout, and panfish anglers.
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Anglers targeting crappie, trout, or panfish who want a 12 inch, Power Lime colored option at $5.86, backed by 804 reviews and a 4.5 star average, one of the stronger review-count-to-rating combinations in this comparison.
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Skip it if you are not targeting the listed species. It is sized and colored for crappie, trout, and panfish specifically, and while it beats the GCN's 4.2 stars, it still trails the BTCOY2's and 1004950's 4.6 star averages by a small margin.
- Material High Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.04 Kilograms
- Target Species Crappie Trout Panfish
- Size 12"
- Color Power Lime
- Pieces 1
- Priced 38% below the category median ($9.43 across 42 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 804 owner ratings
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Popularity3.5/5
804 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
Crappie, trout, and panfish anglers who like the Fishbites line have a low commitment option in the 0152, a 12 inch, Power Lime colored single piece priced at $5.86.
That price sits near the bottom of this four-way comparison, just above the BTCOY2's $4.56 and below the GCN's $5.62 and the 1004950's $6.97. Its 4.5 star average across 804 reviews is strong, beating the GCN's 4.2 and landing just under the 4.6 stars the BTCOY2 and 1004950 both carry, though those two have far more reviews behind them, 4,600 and 5,900 respectively.
Demand is healthy at 200 or more units bought last month, matching the GCN's pace, though it trails the BTCOY2's 700 or more and the 1004950's 2,000 or more. Combined with 804 reviews, well above the GCN's 357, the 0152 reads as an established, well-liked product within its specific species niche rather than a general purpose attractant. The listing also specifies a 0.04 kilogram weight and a 12 inch size in Power Lime color, small details that help anglers judge exactly what they are ordering before checkout at that price.
Pros
- 4.5 star average across 804 reviews, a large and consistent sample
- Priced at $5.86, near the bottom of this four-way comparison
- Targets crappie, trout, and panfish specifically at a 12 inch size
- Selling at 200 or more units a month
- Power Lime color spec is listed for anglers who prefer a visible option
Cons
- Rating still falls short of the 4.6 stars posted by the BTCOY2 and 1004950
- 200 or more units bought last month trails the BTCOY2's 700 or more and the 1004950's 2,000 or more
- Sized and targeted for specific species, less useful outside crappie, trout, and panfish
- Single piece per listing, so restocking is likely for regular use
Specifications
| Material | High Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.04 Kilograms |
| Target Species | Crappie Trout Panfish |
| Size | 12" |
| Color | Power Lime |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
The listed 12 inch size and single piece count point to a compact, targeted product rather than a bulk container, and the 0.04 kilogram weight confirms this is a lightweight item meant to be carried a few at a time rather than stored as a tub. Power Lime as the listed color suggests visibility is part of the design, useful for anglers who want to track the bait in clear water or low light. The target species listed, crappie, trout, and panfish, narrows this to smaller freshwater fish rather than a general purpose attractant for bass or saltwater species. At $5.86 for this size and species focus, it undercuts the GCN and the 1004950 on price while still posting a higher star average than the GCN, a combination that reads well on paper for anglers fishing those specific species.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 804 reviews is one of the stronger combinations in this comparison, a large review base with a rating that beats the GCN's 4.2 while trailing the BTCOY2 and 1004950's 4.6 by a narrow margin. That volume of reviews, more than double the GCN's 357, suggests the product has been on the market long enough and sold widely enough to generate a reliable read on buyer experience. Its 200 or more units bought last month keeps pace with the GCN but falls behind the BTCOY2's 700 or more and the 1004950's 2,000 or more, pointing to steady, ongoing demand within its specific species niche rather than explosive growth.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Fishbites 0152 a good value at $5.86?
At $5.86 it is priced near the low end of this comparison, just above the BTCOY2's $4.56, and it carries a 4.5 star average across 804 reviews. That combination of low price and a large, strong review base makes it a reasonable value pick for the species it targets.
What species does the Fishbites 0152 target?
The listing targets crappie, trout, and panfish specifically, and it ships as a 12 inch, single piece item in Power Lime color. That focused species list means it is built for smaller freshwater fish rather than general purpose use across bass or saltwater species.
How does it compare to the Berkley attractants?
Its 4.5 star average beats the GCN's 4.2 but falls just short of the 4.6 stars posted by the BTCOY2 and the 1004950. At $5.86 it is cheaper than the GCN and the 1004950 but slightly more than the BTCOY2, and its 804 reviews outnumber the GCN's 357.