2 Sumind-182 Fishing Pliers Review
Our verdict
The 2 Sumind-182 Fishing Pliers cost $9.59 for a stainless steel, large-size 2-piece set built with catfish in mind, and they carry a 4.6 star rating across 719 reviews, tied for the top rating alongside the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6. With 500 or more bought last month, matching the Berkley BTSTLP6, demand here sits at the top of this group.
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Anglers targeting catfish who want a stainless steel, large-size plier built with that species in mind, sold as a 2-piece set, and who want the highest review volume and bought last month figures in this comparison.
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Skip it if you don't target catfish specifically, since the large size and species-focused design listed here may be more plier than needed for lighter freshwater or panfish work compared to smaller general-purpose options.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.56 Pounds
- Target Species Catfish
- Size Large
- Pieces 2
- Priced 20% below the category median ($11.99 across 104 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 719 owner ratings
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Popularity4.1/5
719 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
Catfish put up a fight that smaller panfish pliers were never built for, with heavier jaws and thicker hooks to deal with, which is why a large-size, stainless steel plier built for that species has an obvious appeal. The 2 Sumind-182 Fishing Pliers weigh 0.56 pounds per the listed specs, come as a 2-piece set, and are priced at $9.59, positioning them between the $8.99 hook remover and the $10.99 Berkley BTSTLP6 in this lineup.
At 4.6 stars across 719 reviews, it ties the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 for the top rating in this group, and its review count trails only the Berkley BTSTLP6's 848 among the four pliers compared here. Bought last month sits at 500 or more, matching the Berkley BTSTLP6 for the highest recent purchase volume in this lineup, well ahead of the Booms set's 100 or more and the hook remover's 50 or more.
The listed specs, stainless steel material, 0.56 pound weight, large size, and catfish target species, give buyers more to go on than several other listings in this comparison, which often skip weight or species detail entirely. For anglers who specifically fish for catfish and want a plier sized and rated for that kind of handling, the combination of a 4.6 star rating, 719 reviews, and 500 or more bought last month makes a strong case at $9.59.
Pros
- Stainless steel construction with a listed weight of 0.56 pounds
- Sized and marketed specifically for catfish, a heavier-duty target species
- 4.6 star rating across 719 reviews, tied for the top rating in this comparison
- 500 or more bought last month, matching the Berkley BTSTLP6 for the highest demand here
- Sold as a 2-piece set at $9.59
Cons
- 719 reviews trails the Berkley BTSTLP6's 848
- Large size and catfish focus may be more plier than needed for lighter freshwater species
- At $9.59 it costs more than the Booms 2-piece set or the stainless steel hook remover
- No sheath is included, unlike the stainless steel long nose hook remover in this same lineup
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.56 Pounds |
| Target Species | Catfish |
| Size | Large |
| Pieces | 2 |
Performance notes
Weight and target species are listed here, 0.56 pounds and catfish, which tells you more about intended use than most of the other pliers in this comparison. A large-size plier with stainless steel jaws lines up with the tougher demands of catfish handling, thicker hooks, bigger mouths, and more resistance when backing a hook out. Sold as a 2-piece set, it offers the same two-for structure as the cheaper Booms pliers but at a higher per-unit price given the added weight and species-specific build. At $9.59 for two, it still lands below the $10.99 single-unit Berkley BTSTLP6 and well below the $20.11 Texas SR-5. The 4.6 star rating across 719 reviews suggests the added weight and catfish-oriented sizing has not created a durability or usability complaint pattern large enough to pull the rating down.
What buyers say
With 719 reviews and a 4.6 star average, the Sumind-182 pliers post the second-highest review count in this comparison, behind only the Berkley BTSTLP6's 848, while tying the top star rating held by the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6. Bought last month of 500 or more matches the Berkley BTSTLP6 for the highest recent demand in this group, well ahead of the Booms set's 100 or more and the hook remover's 50 or more. That combination of high review volume, a top-tier rating, and strong recent purchase activity suggests broad, consistent satisfaction rather than a niche product with a small but vocal following.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sumind-182 plier good for catfish specifically?
Yes, the listing specifies catfish as the target species along with a large size and stainless steel material, a more specific fit than the general-purpose framing on the other three pliers in this comparison. The 0.56 pound weight also points to a sturdier build suited to bigger fish.
How many pieces come in the Sumind-182 set?
The specs list 2 pieces per set, priced together at $9.59. That works out to under $5 per plier, similar in structure to the Booms BFFTR0567K20 2-piece set, though the Sumind-182 costs more per unit given its added weight and stainless steel build.
How does the review count compare to other fishing pliers in this lineup?
At 719 reviews, it trails only the Berkley BTSTLP6's 848 and leads the Rapala RCP6's 544 and the Texas SR-5's 396. Combined with a 4.6 star average, tied for the top rating in this group, it has one of the more reliable review bases here.