HEETA Waterproof Fish Scale Digital with Backlit LCD Display, 110lb/50kg Review
Our verdict
The HEETA Waterproof Fish Scale Digital costs $15.99 and rates catches up to 110 lb (50 kg) with a backlit LCD display, backed by a 4.6 star average across 1,080 reviews. With 200 plus units bought last month, it stands out as a feature rich digital option at a budget price.
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Anglers who want a digital scale with a backlit display for weighing in low light or after dark; rated to 110 lb (50 kg) and priced at $15.99, it fits buyers who want features beyond a basic spring scale without paying steel-scale prices.
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Skip it if you prefer a purely mechanical dial scale with no batteries or electronics to maintain; the backlit LCD display and digital readout add convenience but also add a component that a simple analog scale like the Rapala models does not have.
- Material Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
- Weight 9.28 ounces
- Color Orange
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 27% below the category median ($21.79 across 48 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 1,080 owner ratings
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Popularity3.5/5
1,080 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
Weighing a catch after sunset is where a digital display earns its keep, and the HEETA Waterproof Fish Scale Digital is built for exactly that scenario. Priced at $15.99, it pairs a backlit LCD readout with a rated capacity of 110 lb (50 kg), backed by a 4.6 star average across 1,080 reviews, a solid showing for a scale in this price range.
The scale weighs 9.28 ounces and is built from ABS plastic in an orange finish, a color choice that also helps it stand out against dark water or a cluttered boat deck. Waterproofing is called out directly in the product name, a relevant detail for a tool that spends its life around wet hands and splashing fish.
Against the field, the HEETA Waterproof scale holds its own on demand: 200 plus units bought last month matches the top recent purchase figures reported for the Piscifun Piscifun-TL020 and the HEETA SP091D elsewhere in this category. Its 1,080 reviews are fewer than the SP091D's 5,609 or the South SB-835B's 3,100, but the 4.6 star average keeps it competitive with the better rated scales in this comparison overall.
Pros
- Rated to 110 lb (50 kg) capacity with a digital readout, more informative than a basic analog dial.
- Backlit LCD display helps with weigh-ins in low light or after dark.
- Waterproof design suits a tool that gets splashed and handled with wet hands.
- 200 plus units bought last month ties the strongest recent demand figures in this comparison.
- 4.6 star average across 1,080 reviews is a solid rating for the price.
- At $15.99, it undercuts the $29.99 Piscifun despite offering digital features.
Cons
- 1,080 reviews is a smaller sample than the 5,609 for the HEETA SP091D or 3,100 for the South SB-835B.
- ABS plastic construction is lighter duty than the stainless steel Piscifun Piscifun-TL020.
- A digital display with a backlit screen relies on a working battery, unlike a simple mechanical scale.
- 9.28 ounces is heavier than the 2.88 ounce Bicco enlik, adding some bulk to a tackle bag.
Specifications
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene |
|---|---|
| Weight | 9.28 ounces |
| Color | Orange |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
The headline feature here is the rated 110 lb (50 kg) capacity paired with a backlit LCD display, which gives anglers an actual number on screen rather than reading a needle against a dial, useful in low light or when a catch is close to a personal best. Waterproofing matters for any tool that lives around wet lines, splashing fish and rain on the boat deck, and it is called out directly in the product name rather than left to guesswork. At 9.28 ounces, the ABS plastic body is heavier than the featherweight Bicco enlik but still far lighter than the 0.26 kilogram stainless steel Piscifun Piscifun-TL020, striking a middle ground between portability and a more substantial feel in hand. The orange finish also helps the scale stay visible against dark water, a small but practical detail for a tool that regularly gets set down on a cluttered deck.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across 1,080 reviews is a strong rating, though the review count trails the 5,609 logged by the HEETA SP091D and the 3,100 for the South SB-835B, suggesting this model has not been on the market quite as long or has not accumulated feedback at the same pace. What stands out is the 200 plus units bought last month, a figure that matches the busiest recent sellers in this comparison, which suggests current demand is strong even if the total review history is shorter. Taken together, the pattern points to a newer but fast moving product rather than an established, slow and steady seller.
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Frequently asked questions
What weight capacity does the HEETA Waterproof Fish Scale handle?
It is rated to 110 lb (50 kg) according to the product listing, which covers the vast majority of freshwater and inshore saltwater catches. That capacity, paired with a digital backlit display, makes reading larger fish easier than with an unmarked mechanical dial.
Is this fish scale waterproof?
Yes, waterproofing is part of the product name and design, which matters for a tool that gets handled with wet hands and splashed by fish and boat spray. Combined with the ABS plastic body, it is built to hold up in a typical wet fishing environment.
How does the price compare to other fish scales in this category?
At $15.99, it costs more than the $9.99 South SB-835B or $11.99 options like the Bicco enlik and HEETA SP091D, but far less than the $29.99 Piscifun Piscifun-TL020 or the $285.00 Eastaboga Tackle combo. It sits in the lower-middle of the price range while adding digital features.