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Kayak Fishing Rod Holder,Kayak Deck Flush Mount Rod Holder Fishing Review
Our verdict
At just $9.98, this kayak deck flush mount rod holder is the cheapest option in its comparison set by a wide margin, and it still carries a 4.7 star rating across 197 reviews, matching the Scotty 0280-BK's average at less than a third of the price.
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Kayak anglers who need a flush-mount holder that screws into deck loops, and who want the lowest price point available while still landing on a 4.7 star average.
Skip if
Skip this if you fish from a boat gunwale or dock rather than a kayak deck, since this is specifically a flush-mount design meant for kayak deck loops, not a general-purpose clamp or garage mount.
- Weight 4.8 Ounces
- Color 2Pcs Black
- Pieces 1
- Feature Kayak rod holder, Screws, kayak deck loops
- Priced 60% below the category median ($24.97 across 84 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5
overall
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 197 owner ratings
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Popularity2.1/5
197 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 is a kayak-specific rod holder, sold as a flush mount kit for kayak decks, weighing 4.8 ounces and coming as a 2-piece black set with screws and kayak deck loops included. It is priced at $9.98, dramatically lower than the $15.99 to $24.95 range of the general rod holders it is being compared against.
Despite the low price, the rating holds up well at 4.7 stars across 197 reviews, tying the Scotty 0280-BK and just a tenth of a point behind the Sea 27-2P and Scotty 230-BK. Bought-last-month sits at 100+, ahead of the Sea 27-2P's 50+ though behind the Scotty models.
The key difference from the alternatives in this set is purpose. Where the Sea and Scotty holders are general mounting solutions for boats or docks, this one is purpose-built for kayak decks with the loops and screws needed for that specific installation, and it delivers at a fraction of the cost of the comparison group.
Pros
- Priced at $9.98, less than half the cost of any other rod holder in this comparison
- 4.7 star rating ties the Scotty 0280-BK despite the much lower price
- Comes as a 2-piece set, meaning two mounting points for one purchase
- Includes screws and kayak deck loops, reducing the need for separate hardware
- Lightweight at 4.8 ounces, easy to handle during kayak setup
- 100+ bought last month beats the Sea 27-2P's 50+ figure
Cons
- Only 197 reviews, the smallest sample size among the rod holders compared
- Purpose-built for kayak decks, not a fit for boat gunwales or dock posts
- Bought-last-month of 100+ trails the Scotty 0280-BK's 200+ and Scotty 230-BK's 400+
- Rating of 4.7 is a tenth of a point behind the Sea 27-2P and Scotty 230-BK's 4.7 tie at higher review counts
- No material spec listed, only weight and color, unlike the fuller specs on the Scotty and Sea listings
Specifications
| Weight | 4.8 Ounces |
|---|---|
| Color | 2Pcs Black |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Kayak rod holder, Screws, kayak deck loops |
Performance notes
At 4.8 ounces and sold as a 2-piece set, this holder is built around a specific installation method, flush mounting into kayak deck loops using included screws, rather than the surface-clamp or garage-mount approach used by the Sea and Scotty alternatives. That distinction matters because a kayak deck loop mount and a boat rod holder solve different problems even though both fall under the same product category. The inclusion of hardware and mounting loops in the box reduces the chances of needing a separate purchase to complete installation, which is not guaranteed with every listing in this space. The 2-piece count also means a single order covers two mounting points, useful for anglers who want a rod holder on both sides of a kayak cockpit rather than buying two separate single-unit listings like the Scotty options.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star rating across 197 reviews is a strong showing for a $9.98 product, especially set against the Sea 27-2P and Scotty 230-BK, which post the same 4.7 average but required 1,000 and 1,500 reviews respectively to get there. The smaller review count here means less long-term data, but the rating holding steady at that level even with fewer reviews is a reasonable sign. The 100+ bought-last-month figure sits mid-pack in this comparison, ahead of the Sea 27-2P's 50+ but behind both Scotty listings, suggesting healthy but not category-leading demand for a specialty kayak accessory.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this rod holder meant for boats or kayaks?
It is built specifically for kayaks, designed as a flush mount that installs into kayak deck loops using the included screws, unlike the general boat and dock rod holders it is compared against here.
How does the price compare to other rod holders in this lineup?
At $9.98 it is the cheapest by far, costing less than half of the next lowest priced option, the Sea 27-2P at $15.99, and well under the Scotty 230-BK at $24.95.
Does this kayak rod holder come with mounting hardware?
Yes, the listing includes screws and kayak deck loops as part of the 2-piece, 4.8 ounce set, so installation hardware does not need to be purchased separately.