TRUSCEND HXLC2 Jigs Review
Our verdict
The TRUSCEND HXLC2 packs 5 metal jigs for $19.99, about $4.00 per piece, backed by a 4.4-star rating across 1,083 reviews, the second largest review base in this category behind only the Trout 87699. With 200 or more bought last month, it is a metal jig worth considering for anglers who want a proven hook style at a mid-range price.
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Anglers who want a metal jig with a name-brand BKK hook and a large review history to back it up, in the 3/8-ounce range suited to moderate depth and structure fishing for a variety of species.
Skip if
Skip the HXLC2 if you need bulk pieces for tackle, since 5 jigs at $19.99 costs far more overall than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit at $22.99. Anglers who lose jigs often to snags may prefer a bigger piece count than TRUSCEND's smaller 5-count pack.
- Material Metal
- Weight 0.38 Ounces
- Technique BKK Fishing Hook
- Size 3/8oz (10.5g)
- Color A1-3/8oz
- Pieces 5
- Priced 67% above the category median ($11.99 across 45 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 1,083 owner ratings
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Popularity4.2/5
1,083 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
Landing a fish near heavy cover often means losing a jig or two to snags, which makes the per-piece cost of a jig pack matter as much as the hook itself. The TRUSCEND HXLC2 ships 5 metal jigs for $19.99, each fitted with a BKK fishing hook and sized at 3/8oz, or 10.5 grams.
At about $4.00 per jig, the HXLC2 costs more per piece than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit, which averages roughly 15 cents each at $22.99 total, but it costs less per piece than the Strike TGSJ38-234 at $5.99 for a single jig or the Z-MAN 003341 at $9.96 for a single jig. Metal construction puts it in the same material class as the Strike, versus the plastic Trout and synthetic Z-MAN builds.
Review volume backs the HXLC2 as a widely bought jig, with 1,083 reviews trailing only the Trout's 1,808 and far outpacing the Strike's 283 or Z-MAN's 439. Its 4.4-star average sits a step below the other three, which range from 4.5 to 4.7 stars, though 200 or more units bought last month still signals healthy ongoing demand for this metal, hook-forward option.
Pros
- 1,083 reviews, the second-largest review base in this comparison behind the Trout 87699's 1,808
- 200 or more bought last month shows steady ongoing demand
- Metal construction with a BKK fishing hook for a name-brand hook component
- 3/8oz (10.5g) sizing suited to moderate depth and structure fishing
- At about $4.00 per jig, it undercuts the Strike TGSJ38-234's $5.99 and Z-MAN 003341's $9.96 single-jig pricing
- Listed as In Stock and ready to ship
Cons
- 4.4-star rating is the lowest of the four jigs compared here
- Only 5 pieces per pack at $19.99, a higher total cost than single jigs
- Per-piece cost of about $4.00 is far above the Trout 87699's roughly 15 cents per piece
- 200 or more bought last month trails the Trout 87699's 400 or more
- Only one color and size variant listed (A1-3/8oz)
Specifications
| Material | Metal |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.38 Ounces |
| Technique | BKK Fishing Hook |
| Size | 3/8oz (10.5g) |
| Color | A1-3/8oz |
| Pieces | 5 |
Performance notes
At 3/8oz, or 10.5 grams as listed, the HXLC2 sits in a middle weight range, heavier than the Z-MAN 003341's 0.5-ounce body but far lighter than the Strike TGSJ38-234's 3.04 ounces. That places it for moderate depth casting and structure work rather than ultra-light finesse or heavy bottom bouncing. The BKK fishing hook is a named hook brand rather than a generic hook, which matters to anglers who track hook quality separately from the jig head itself. Metal construction adds density for casting distance and a faster sink rate compared to the plastic-bodied Trout 87699. With only 5 pieces per pack, anglers should expect to treat each jig as a more deliberate purchase than the bulk-count Trout kit, best suited to an angler who wants a dependable metal jig with a known hook rather than a large loose assortment.
What buyers say
A 4.4-star average across 1,083 reviews is the lowest rating in this comparison, sitting behind the Trout 87699 at 4.6, the Strike TGSJ38-234 at 4.5, and the Z-MAN 003341 at 4.7. Yet the review count itself, over a thousand, is the second highest here, meaning a large number of buyers have weighed in even if the average score trails slightly. With 200 or more bought last month, demand keeps pace above the Strike and Z-MAN's 100 or more, though it falls short of the Trout's 400 or more. The pattern suggests a widely purchased, well-established jig that satisfies most buyers without matching the top-rated options in this set.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the TRUSCEND HXLC2 cost per jig?
The 5-piece pack sells for $19.99 total, or about $4.00 per jig. That is cheaper per piece than the Strike TGSJ38-234 at $5.99 for one or the Z-MAN 003341 at $9.96 for one, though pricier per piece than the Trout 87699's 150-piece kit at roughly 15 cents each.
What hook does the TRUSCEND HXLC2 use?
It uses a BKK fishing hook, a named hook brand rather than a generic one, on a metal jig body weighing 0.38 ounces and sized at 3/8oz, or 10.5 grams per the listed specs. That places it in a moderate weight class for casting and structure fishing.
How does the TRUSCEND HXLC2 rating compare to other jigs?
Its 4.4-star average across 1,083 reviews is the lowest of the four jigs compared, behind the Trout 87699 (4.6), Strike TGSJ38-234 (4.5) and Z-MAN 003341 (4.7). Still, the 1,083-review count is the second largest sample in this group, behind only the Trout's 1,808 reviews.