Beyond BEYBLA3030 Braided Line Review
Our verdict
The Beyond BEYBLA3030 braided line pairs a 30 pound test rating with a 300 yard spool for $27.95, undercutting the similarly sized Power 21100080300E on price while rating nearly four times higher in line weight. With a 4.5 star average across 8,600 reviews, the largest review base of any braid in this comparison, it stands out as a proven mid strength option.
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Anglers who want a mid weight 30 pound braid with real casting distance, 300 yards on the spool, for freshwater or light saltwater work, backed by one of the largest review bases among comparable braided lines.
Skip if
Skip it if you need heavier line than 30 pounds for big game or bottom fishing around structure, or if you specifically want the 20 pound diameter profile of the pricier $44.99 Power 21100200500E.
- Material Polyethylene
- Length 300 Yards
- Line Weight 30 pounds
- Technique Braided
- Size 30LB (300 Yards)
- Color Blackout 8X - No Fade
- Priced 12% above the category median ($24.98 across 57 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 8,600 owner ratings
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Popularity4.7/5
8,600 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
Picking a braided line often comes down to matching test strength to yardage without overpaying for either. The Beyond BEYBLA3030 lands at $27.95 for a 300 yard spool rated to 30 pounds, a cheaper price than the $29.56 Power 21100080300E, which ships the same 300 yards but only 8 pounds of line weight. Against the $44.99 Power 21100200500E, a 500 yard spool at 20 pounds, the Beyond line trades some yardage for a notably higher strength rating.
The spec sheet lists Polyethylene material in a Braided technique, with the color marketed as Blackout 8X No Fade, suggesting a fade resistant dark finish aimed at line visibility control underwater. At 30 pounds of line weight across 300 yards, it splits the difference between the finesse oriented 8 pound braids and the heavier 20 pound option in this set, positioning it for anglers targeting mid size freshwater or inshore species without stepping up to a much thicker diameter.
The review numbers set this line apart. A 4.5 star average across 8,600 reviews is by far the largest sample size among the four braids compared here, more than the 5,800 behind the Power 21100200500E and well beyond the 117 and 983 counts on the two PowerPro and Power alternatives. It also shows 300+ units bought last month, the highest recent purchase volume in the group, and remains listed as InStock.
Pros
- Rated to 30 pounds of line weight across a full 300 yard spool for $27.95.
- Carries a 4.5 star average across 8,600 reviews, the largest review base of any braid in this comparison.
- Shows 300+ units bought last month, the highest recent purchase volume among the four lines compared.
- Priced below the $29.56 Power 21100080300E despite a much higher 30 pound test rating versus that line's 8 pounds.
- Blackout 8X No Fade color treatment aimed at retaining color underwater.
- Listed as InStock at time of review.
Cons
- Rating of 4.5 stars is slightly lower than the 4.6 to 4.7 star averages posted by all three comparison braids.
- 300 yards is less line than the 500 yard spool on the $44.99 Power 21100200500E, so long repeated re-spooling could use it up faster.
- No stated diameter figure beyond the 30LB (300 Yards) label, making direct diameter comparison to the other three harder.
- At $27.95 it costs more than the $17.94 PowerPro 21100080150Y, though that line carries just half the yardage and much lower strength.
- Single color option, Blackout 8X, with no listed alternatives.
Specifications
| Material | Polyethylene |
|---|---|
| Length | 300 Yards |
| Line Weight | 30 pounds |
| Technique | Braided |
| Size | 30LB (300 Yards) |
| Color | Blackout 8X - No Fade |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
A 30 pound line weight rating sits well above the 8 pound braids in this comparison and below the diameter profile implied by the 20 pound Power 21100200500E, making the Beyond BEYBLA3030 a middle ground choice for anglers who want more stopping power than an 8 pound finesse braid without moving to a heavier saltwater setup. The Polyethylene material in a Braided technique is standard construction for this category, and the Blackout 8X No Fade coloring is aimed at keeping the line's dark shade consistent over time rather than fading to a lighter tone with exposure. At 300 yards, the spool matches the yardage of the $29.56 Power 21100080300E exactly, so the comparison there comes down almost entirely to the 30 pound versus 8 pound strength gap rather than how much line is on the spool.
What buyers say
With 8,600 reviews, the Beyond BEYBLA3030 has accumulated far more feedback than any other braid in this set, including the 5,800 review Power 21100200500E. A 4.5 star average across that volume is still strong, though it trails slightly behind the 4.6 to 4.7 star averages posted by the three comparison lines with smaller review counts. The 300+ bought last month figure is the highest recent purchase volume among the group, ahead of the 100+ recorded for the pricier Power 21100200500E and the 0+ shown for the two other comparison braids. Large review volume combined with strong recent purchase activity suggests consistent, repeat demand even if the star average sits a touch below its rivals.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Beyond BEYBLA3030 compare to the Power 21100080300E?
Both ship 300 yards per spool, but the Beyond line is rated to 30 pounds of line weight versus 8 pounds for the Power 21100080300E, and costs less at $27.95 against $29.56. For anglers who want more strength on the same yardage, the spec gap favors the Beyond line.
Does the Beyond BEYBLA3030 have a large review base?
Yes. It carries a 4.5 star average across 8,600 reviews, more reviews than any other braided line in this comparison, including the 5,800 review Power 21100200500E. That volume suggests a widely purchased product even though its star average trails slightly behind competitors rated 4.6 to 4.7.
Is 30 pound test strong enough for saltwater fishing?
The listing rates this line at 30 pounds, higher than the 8 pound braids in this comparison but lower than heavier saltwater setups some anglers prefer. It suits mid size freshwater and light inshore targets better than big game species that call for heavier line weight ratings.