Soft JDYS042-SOFT LURE JIG-17PCS Jigs Review
Our verdict
The Soft JDYS042 17-piece jig set delivers 17 plastic jig hooks for $9.99, roughly 59 cents per piece, backed by a 4.4-star rating across 237 reviews. That per-piece price beats the single-jig options in this set but trails the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit on bulk value. It is a fair budget pick for anglers who want variety over volume.
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Anglers who want a low-cost assortment of small to medium jig hooks for variety in tackle boxes, panfish and light freshwater trips, or anyone testing jig fishing without committing to a pricier single-style set.
Skip if
Skip this set if you need heavier jigs for bigger gamefish, since the 6.7-gram weight suits small to medium presentations only. Anglers chasing the highest star rating in this class may prefer the Z-MAN at 4.7 stars or Trout at 4.6.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 6.7 Grams
- Technique Jig Hook
- Size small to medium
- Color 17pcs
- Pieces 17
- Priced 17% below the category median ($11.99 across 45 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 237 owner ratings
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Popularity2.4/5
237 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
A tackle box that only holds one style of jig head runs out of options fast when fish move between weed lines, drop-offs and open water. The Soft JDYS042 set answers that by packing 17 plastic jig hooks into a single $9.99 purchase, sized for small to medium presentations rather than one specific rig.
At under 59 cents per piece, the per-unit cost sits well below single jigs like the Z-MAN 003341 ($9.96 for one) or the Strike TGSJ38-234 ($5.99 for one), though it still costs more per piece than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit at $22.99, which works out to about 15 cents each. The tradeoff is scale versus focus: Trout ships far more raw pieces, while the JDYS042 stays compact and lighter at 6.7 grams per jig.
Reviews put the JDYS042 at 4.4 stars across 237 ratings with 100 or more bought in the past month, a solid but not top-tier showing next to the Z-MAN's 4.7 stars and 439 reviews or the Trout's 4.6 stars across 1,808 reviews. For anglers who want an affordable variety pack rather than a single proven jig style, the JDYS042 still lands as a reasonable buy at its price point.
Pros
- 17 jig hooks per pack for $9.99, about 59 cents each
- 4.4-star rating across 237 reviews shows a consistent track record
- 100 or more bought in the past month signals steady demand
- Lightweight 6.7-gram build suits small to medium presentations
- Plastic construction keeps the per-unit cost low compared to metal single jigs
- Listed as In Stock and ready to ship
Cons
- 4.4-star rating trails the Z-MAN 003341's 4.7 stars and Trout 87699's 4.6 stars
- 237 reviews is a smaller sample than the Trout's 1,808 or Z-MAN's 439
- 6.7-gram weight limits use for heavier or deeper presentations
- Per-piece cost still runs higher than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit at roughly 15 cents each
- Colors ship as a 17-piece assortment rather than a chosen single color
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.7 Grams |
| Technique | Jig Hook |
| Size | small to medium |
| Color | 17pcs |
| Pieces | 17 |
Performance notes
The JDYS042 jigs weigh 6.7 grams apiece, a light build that keeps the plastic hooks suited to small to medium presentations rather than deep or heavy cover work. Jig hook technique on a plastic body points this set toward finesse style fishing where a subtle profile matters more than sheer weight or metal density. Compare that to the Strike TGSJ38-234, built from metal at 3.04 ounces with a J hook medium bend, clearly aimed at a different, heavier use case. The Z-MAN 003341 splits the difference with a synthetic 0.5-ounce body and a needle point 5/0 hook designed for bass and panfish. At 17 pieces per pack, the JDYS042 gives anglers enough variety to rotate through several presentations in a single outing without needing to restock every trip, though the lighter weight means it will not replace a dedicated heavy jig in the same tackle box.
What buyers say
A 4.4-star average across 237 reviews with 100 or more units bought last month points to a product that satisfies most buyers without topping the category. It sits below the Z-MAN 003341, which holds a 4.7-star average across 439 reviews, and below the Trout 87699, at 4.6 stars across a much larger 1,808-review base. The volume of reviews here is modest next to those two, suggesting a smaller but still active buyer pool. Combined with steady monthly purchase activity, the pattern reads as a dependable budget option rather than a standout, the kind of product buyers pick up as an add-on rather than a headline purchase.
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Frequently asked questions
How many jigs come in the Soft JDYS042 pack?
The pack includes 17 plastic jig hooks for $9.99, sized for small to medium presentations. That works out to roughly 59 cents per jig, a lower per-unit cost than single jigs like the Z-MAN 003341 or Strike TGSJ38-234, though the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit still edges it out on bulk value.
Is the Soft JDYS042 jig good for saltwater fishing?
The listed facts show a plastic build and jig hook technique sized for small to medium presentations, without a saltwater or freshwater target species specified. Anglers wanting a jig built with metal for added weight and durability might look at the Strike TGSJ38-234 or Z-MAN 003341 instead, both aimed at specific target species.
How does the JDYS042 compare on price to other jig packs?
At $9.99 for 17 pieces, the JDYS042 costs less per unit than the single-jig Z-MAN 003341 at $9.96 or Strike TGSJ38-234 at $5.99, but more per piece than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit at $22.99. It lands as a mid-tier value pick depending on whether variety or bulk piece count matters more.