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Fly Black-fly-net-Small Fishing Net Review
Our verdict
The Fly Black-fly-net-Small Fishing Net earns its keep at $27.99 thanks to a 4.4 star average across 98 reviews and a foldable plastic frame that weighs just 8.3 ounces. For anglers who want a compact net that tucks into a kayak hatch or tackle bag without adding bulk, this is a solid, no-fuss pick.
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Anglers who need a lightweight, foldable net for small to mid-size freshwater catches, especially kayak or bank fishermen who want something that folds flat into an 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inch footprint for storage.
Skip if
Skip this one if you regularly land bigger fish, since the plastic frame and small folded size are built for panfish and light freshwater duty rather than anything that needs a wider, sturdier basket.
- Material Plastic
- Weight 8.3 Ounces
- Size 18"*9.7"*7.9"
- Color black
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature Foldable
- Priced 17% above the category median ($23.99 across 64 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.3/5
overall
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 98 owner ratings
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Popularity1.2/5
98 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
Landing a fish from a kayak or a crowded bank spot means you need a net that will not eat up space in your gear bag. The Fly Black-fly-net-Small folds down to a compact 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inch package and weighs only 8.3 ounces, which is about as light as fishing nets get in this comparison set. At $27.99, it sits in the middle of the price range for the nets covered here.
Against the field, it lands close to the 3 1154 net, which costs $24.99 and carries a 4.4 star rating across 196 reviews with the same 400+ bought last month figure. The Frabill 2152 is cheaper at $25.41 but has racked up 1,800 reviews at a slightly lower 4.3 stars, suggesting a longer track record rather than a better net. The Frabill 9510 costs three times as much at $89.99 and is built for netting bigger fish, so it is not really a fair comparison against a small, foldable freshwater net.
For the price and weight class it competes in, the Fly Black-fly-net-Small holds its own. The 4.4 star average across 98 reviews is respectable for a budget net, and the foldable plastic build keeps the whole package light enough to clip onto a pack or stash in a small kayak hatch without a second thought.
Pros
- Weighs just 8.3 ounces, among the lightest nets in this comparison
- Folds down to 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inches for easy storage
- 4.4 star rating across 98 reviews
- 400+ bought in the last month shows steady, current demand
- Priced at $27.99, well below the $89.99 Frabill 9510
- Foldable plastic frame keeps the net collapsible for tight spaces
Cons
- Plastic frame is lighter duty than the blend or aluminum frames on some competitors
- Only 98 reviews on record, far fewer than the 1,800 behind the Frabill 2152
- No hoop or handle length is listed, so exact reach is unclear
- Small 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inch folded size likely limits it to smaller fish
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.3 Ounces |
| Size | 18"*9.7"*7.9" |
| Color | black |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | Foldable |
Performance notes
The specs here point to a net built around portability rather than raw capacity. At 8.3 ounces and a folded footprint of 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inches, this is meant to travel light, whether that means clipped to a pack, tossed in a kayak hatch, or carried on a long bank walk. The plastic construction is what keeps the weight down compared to the blend-framed Frabill nets in this category, though it also means the frame is likely less rigid under heavy load. The foldable design is the headline feature, and for anglers who fish light tackle for panfish, trout, or similar species, a compact folding net solves the real problem of gear that will not fit anywhere. Anyone targeting larger species where hoop size and frame strength matter more than pack weight should look at a bigger, sturdier net instead, such as the 20 by 23 inch Frabill 9510.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 98 reviews puts this net solidly ahead of the Frabill 2152's 4.3 stars, though that comparison comes with a big caveat: the Frabill has 1,800 reviews behind it versus 98 here, so its track record is far deeper. Still, 400+ units bought in the last month signals healthy, current demand rather than a stale listing with old reviews propping it up. That bought-last-month figure matches the 3 1154 net exactly, which also shows 400+ purchases and a 4.4 star rating, suggesting these lighter, budget-priced foldable nets are moving at a similar clip right now. For a net at this price point, a rating this high with fewer than 100 reviews reads as an early positive pattern rather than a fully proven one.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Fly Black-fly-net-Small Fishing Net weigh?
It weighs 8.3 ounces, making it one of the lightest nets in this size and price class. Combined with its foldable plastic frame and an 18 by 9.7 by 7.9 inch folded size, it is built to disappear into a tackle bag or kayak hatch rather than take up dedicated space in your gear.
Is this net a good value compared to other fishing nets at this price?
At $27.99 it lands between the $24.99 3 1154 net and the $25.41 Frabill 2152, both of which are also foldable, budget-friendly options. Its 4.4 star rating matches the 3 1154 exactly, so on rating alone it holds its own against similarly priced competitors in this comparison.
What is the Fly Black-fly-net-Small Fishing Net made of?
It uses a plastic frame, which keeps total weight down to 8.3 ounces but means it is built for lighter duty than metal-framed nets. It comes in black, ships as a single 1 count unit, and folds flat, so it suits smaller catches rather than heavy saltwater or big-fish work.