Calamus Triangle Fishing Net, Foldable, Lightweight & Strong Landing Net Review
Our verdict
The Calamus Triangle Fishing Net is priced at $13.49, the cheapest net in this comparison, and it backs that price with 1,000+ bought last month, more volume than any of the three context alternatives. Its 4.4 star rating across 437 reviews lands right between the Frabill 2152 and the 3 1154.
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Budget-conscious spinning and casting anglers who want a full 31 inch net at the lowest price point here, and buyers who value a proven high-volume seller over a slightly higher star rating found elsewhere.
Skip if
Skip it if you need a net rated for techniques outside spinning and casting, such as fly fishing or seine netting, or if you want the single highest star rating in this lineup rather than the highest sales volume.
- Material Durable Polyester Mesh
- Weight 0.32 Kilograms
- Technique Spinning, Casting
- Size 31" Full
- Color Black
- Priced 44% below the category median ($23.99 across 64 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 437 owner ratings
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Popularity3.3/5
437 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 while spinning or casting from shore is where a lightweight net like the Calamus Triangle earns its keep. At $13.49, it undercuts every other net in this comparison on price, and with 1,000+ bought last month it is also the best-selling option by a wide margin.
Built from durable polyester mesh and weighing just 0.32 kilograms, it is the lightest net covered here, sized at 31 inches full length in black. The foldable design keeps it compact for storage, and the listing markets it as strong despite the light weight, a combination aimed at anglers who want to carry gear without extra bulk.
Its 4.4 star rating across 437 reviews sits above the Frabill 2152's 4.3 and matches the 3 1154's 4.4, though it trails the Frabill 9510's 4.5. What stands out most is demand: 1,000+ bought last month dwarfs the 100+ figures reported for both Frabill nets and doubles the 400+ pace of the 3 1154, a strong pattern for a net priced under $14. That combination of low price and high rated volume makes it one of the more data-backed budget picks in the fishing net category.
Pros
- Lowest price in this comparison at $13.49
- 1,000+ bought last month, more than any other net compared here
- 4.4 star rating across 437 reviews, tying the 3 1154 and beating the Frabill 2152's 4.3
- Lightest net in the lineup at 0.32 kilograms
- Foldable for compact storage
- 31 inch full length size suited to spinning and casting
Cons
- Rated 4.4, a step below the Frabill 9510's 4.5
- Polyester mesh blend rather than a metal frame like some pricier options
- Technique limited to spinning and casting, not listed for fly fishing or netting
- Only one size and color option listed
Specifications
| Material | Durable Polyester Mesh |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.32 Kilograms |
| Technique | Spinning, Casting |
| Size | 31" Full |
| Color | Black |
Performance notes
At 0.32 kilograms, the Calamus Triangle is the lightest net in this comparison, which matters for anglers who wade or hike to a spot and do not want extra weight hanging off a pack or belt. The polyester mesh is described as durable, aiming to balance that light weight against the wear a net takes scooping fish repeatedly. A 31 inch full length gives enough reach for typical spinning and casting scenarios without the bulk of a longer telescoping handle. The foldable frame lets it collapse for a tackle bag or truck door pocket, which fits a design built around portability rather than being rigged permanently to a boat. Given the price and weight, this reads as a net meant for frequent, casual use rather than heavy-duty saltwater or big-game landing, where a metal frame or larger size would matter more.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 437 reviews already places the Calamus Triangle above the Frabill 2152's 4.3, but the more striking number is demand. Bought last month sits at 1,000+, far ahead of the 400+ pace of the 3 1154 and roughly ten times the 100+ pace reported for both Frabill nets. That volume, combined with a rating that holds steady rather than dropping as more people buy, suggests broad satisfaction rather than a small enthusiastic niche. For a net priced at $13.49, moving this many units while keeping a 4.4 average is a pattern that points to a genuinely popular budget pick rather than an inflated launch spike.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Calamus Triangle Fishing Net good for the price?
At $13.49 it is the cheapest net in this comparison, and it still holds a 4.4 star rating across 437 reviews, matching the pricier 3 1154. Combined with 1,000+ bought last month, the pattern suggests it delivers solid value rather than being cheap at the cost of quality.
What technique is this net designed for?
The listing specifies spinning and casting, and at 31 inches full length with a 0.32 kilogram build, it is sized for those techniques rather than fly fishing or bank seine netting. Anglers using other methods may want to compare nets in this lineup that list those techniques instead.
Does the Calamus net fold for storage?
Yes, it is listed as foldable, letting it collapse down for a tackle bag or vehicle storage rather than needing a rack or long slot on a boat. At 0.32 kilograms it is light enough that the fold matters more for compactness than for reducing carry weight.