Greatfishing 30pcs Mix 6 Color 3mmX30cm Caddis Fly Pupa Nymph Review
Our verdict
At $8.29, the Greatfishing 30-piece caddis fly pupa nymph set spans 6 colors at 3mm by 30cm and carries a 4.4-star average across 144 reviews, undercutting the $18.06 NB377 on price while landing between the CDC28 and Elk Hair on rating.
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Trout and crappie anglers who want a 6-color assortment of caddis pupa nymph material in one 30-piece pack rather than sourcing individual colors separately from a fly shop or tying supplier.
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You are targeting a species outside trout and crappie, or you need a single dominant color rather than a 6-color mixed set for your pattern selection.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.01 Kilograms
- Target Species ['Crappie', 'Trout']
- Size Large
- Pieces 30
- Priced 17% below the category median ($9.99 across 67 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 144 owner ratings
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Popularity1.3/5
144 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
This Greatfishing set delivers 30 pieces of caddis fly pupa nymph material, 3mm by 30cm each, across 6 colors for $8.29. Built from stainless steel and listed for trout and crappie, it targets a specific pattern type, caddis pupa imitations, rather than a general-purpose fly material, with the color mix aimed at matching different water conditions or hatch stages an angler might run into over a season.
At 4.4 stars across 144 reviews, it edges out the CDC28's 4.0-star average and sits just under the Elk Hair's 4.5 stars, though the Elk Hair's score comes from only 110 reviews against 144 here. It also beats the NB377's 4.2 stars while costing less than half the NB377's $18.06 price, a meaningful gap for a material bought in bulk.
Bought last month is listed at 0+, the same figure attached to the CDC28 and Elk Hair rather than the 50+ seen on the NB377. At $8.29 for 30 pieces across 6 colors, it remains one of the more affordable options in this fly-tying material comparison, priced closer to the $7.95 CDC28 than the higher-priced tungsten bead assortments or the Tigofly Super Hair hank at $18.49.
Pros
- 30 pieces across 6 colors gives trout and crappie tiers a varied caddis pupa selection in one pack
- 4.4-star average across 144 reviews beats the CDC28's 4.0 stars and the NB377's 4.2 stars
- Priced at $8.29, close to the $7.95 CDC28 and well under the $18.06 NB377
- 3mm by 30cm sizing is purpose-built for caddis pupa and nymph patterns
- 144 reviews gives the rating a larger base than the 110-review Elk Hair
Cons
- Rating trails the Elk Hair's 4.5 stars, though that score rests on fewer reviews
- Bought last month sits at 0+, the same low recent-demand figure as the CDC28 and Elk Hair
- Species focus is narrow, listed specifically for trout and crappie rather than general use
- Fixed 3mm by 30cm sizing limits use outside caddis pupa style patterns
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.01 Kilograms |
| Target Species | ['Crappie', 'Trout'] |
| Size | Large |
| Pieces | 30 |
Performance notes
At 3mm by 30cm per piece, this material is sized specifically for caddis pupa and nymph-style patterns rather than larger streamers, the stainless steel component adds a bit of weight and rigidity that helps a pupa imitation hold its shape underwater. Spreading 30 pieces across 6 colors lets a tier match hatch conditions, lighter colors for clear water or a bright hatch, darker shades for stained water or overcast days, without needing six separate purchases. Being listed for trout and crappie specifically suggests the size and profile are tuned for smaller freshwater gamefish rather than saltwater or larger species. At $8.29 for 30 pieces, the per-piece cost stays low even with 6 colors included, which suits tiers who want variety without paying a premium for it.
What buyers say
A 4.4-star average across 144 reviews places this set ahead of the CDC28 and NB377 on rating, and its review count is larger than the Elk Hair's 110, giving the score a broader base than that top-rated competitor. That combination of a strong rating and a reasonably sized review pool suggests the caddis pupa format and 6-color spread are landing well with the trout and crappie anglers it targets. The 0+ bought-last-month figure, matching the CDC28 and Elk Hair, points to modest recent purchase activity, which is common for a specialized pattern material rather than a broad, frequently restocked staple like the NB377.
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Frequently asked questions
How many colors are included in this caddis pupa set?
The 30-piece pack spans 6 colors at 3mm by 30cm each, letting trout and crappie anglers match different water and hatch conditions from a single $8.29 purchase instead of ordering each color separately from a fly shop or another tying supplier.
How does the 4.4-star rating compare to similar fly tying materials?
It beats the CDC28's 4.0 stars and the NB377's 4.2 stars across a 144-review base, and comes close to the Elk Hair's 4.5 stars, though that Elk Hair score is based on fewer reviews, only 110 in total for comparison.
What species is this caddis pupa material designed for?
It is listed specifically for trout and crappie, with a 3mm by 30cm stainless steel build sized for caddis pupa and nymph-style patterns rather than larger streamer flies aimed at bigger freshwater or saltwater gamefish species elsewhere in the lineup.