Pristis Pristis Fishing Scale Fish Scale Review
Our verdict
The Pristis Fishing Scale sells for $16.69, the lowest price of any fish scale in this comparison, and still holds a 4.4 star rating across 95 reviews. With 300+ units bought last month, more than any competitor listed here, it is the clear volume leader for anglers who want a simple hanging scale without paying extra for a name brand.
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Budget conscious anglers who want a no frills hanging scale for quick weigh-ins at the dock or on the boat. The 300+ bought last month figure makes it a reasonable low cost pick backed by real recent demand.
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Anglers who need a stated weight capacity or a metal build should look at the Rapala models instead, since the Pristis listing does not specify a material or maximum load, only the tiger orange color and 0.18 kilogram weight.
- Weight 0.18 Kilograms
- Color Tiger Orange
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature One Fishing Hanging Scale
- Priced 23% below the category median ($21.79 across 48 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 95 owner ratings
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Popularity1.2/5
95 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 hanging scale only earns a spot in the tackle bag if it is cheap enough to not worry about losing overboard, and the Pristis Fishing Scale hits that mark at $16.69, the lowest price among the fish scales covered on this site. It weighs 0.18 kilograms and comes in a tiger orange finish, sold as a single unit and described simply as one fishing hanging scale in the listing.
The 4.4 star rating across 95 reviews puts it right alongside the Rapala RMDS-50, which also averages 4.4 stars but across 126 reviews at nearly double the Pristis price. Ninety five reviews is a meaningful sample for a budget tool, and matching the rating of a name brand competitor at a lower price point is a strong signal for value shoppers.
Bought last month sits at 300+, the highest figure among every fish scale in this comparison, well ahead of the 0+ recorded for both Rapala scales and the $285 Eastaboga gripper. That kind of current sales volume at a sub $17 price point suggests the Pristis is the go to pick for anglers who just want a working scale without extra features or a premium name attached.
Pros
- Lowest price in the comparison at $16.69
- 4.4 star rating across 95 reviews, matching the pricier Rapala RMDS-50
- 300+ bought last month, the highest demand figure of any scale here
- Tiger orange finish for easy visibility
- Simple single unit hanging scale design
Cons
- No material or maximum capacity listed in the specs
- No gripper or hook attachment included
- Weight listed only in kilograms, 0.18 kg, no imperial conversion given
- Fewer total reviews than the 126 to 172 range of the Rapala scales
Specifications
| Weight | 0.18 Kilograms |
|---|---|
| Color | Tiger Orange |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | One Fishing Hanging Scale |
Performance notes
At 0.18 kilograms, or about 6.3 ounces, the Pristis Fishing Scale sits toward the lighter side of the category, though the listing does not specify what material makes up the housing. That lack of a stated material, unlike the Rapala scales which list a blend construction, means buyers are relying more on the tiger orange finish and the one fishing hanging scale description than a detailed spec sheet. As a hanging scale rather than a gripper combo, it is meant to be used by hooking a fish or a stringer onto the hook and reading the dial, a straightforward design shared with most of the other units in this comparison. The single piece count and lack of extra features keep this scale focused on one job: giving a quick weight reading at the dock, boat, or bank without the added bulk of an integrated handle.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star average across 95 reviews shows a solid, consistent track record for the Pristis Fishing Scale, one that lines up exactly with the Rapala RMDS-50's 4.4 stars despite that scale costing nearly double at $28.50. The real standout figure is 300+ bought last month, easily the highest of any fish scale in this lineup and a sharp contrast to the 0+ shown for both Rapala scales and the $285 Eastaboga gripper. That combination, a rating on par with pricier competitors plus clearly active current sales, suggests buyers are finding the Pristis good enough for the job at a fraction of the cost, even if the review count trails the Rapala RGSDS-50's 172.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Pristis Fishing Scale weigh?
The listing puts the Pristis Fishing Scale at 0.18 kilograms, which works out to roughly 6.3 ounces. That is a light build for a hanging scale, in line with its simple, single unit design and tiger orange finish, making it easy to stow in a small tackle bag pocket.
Why does the Pristis Fishing Scale show such high bought last month numbers?
At $16.69, the Pristis Fishing Scale is the least expensive option in this comparison, and it shows 300+ units bought last month, more than any competing scale listed here. Low price combined with a solid 4.4 star rating across 95 reviews likely drives that volume.
Does the Pristis Fishing Scale include a gripper?
The specs list it simply as one fishing hanging scale, with no mention of a lip gripper or hook attachment. Anglers who want an integrated gripper and scale combo may need to look at a different style of product than this simple hanging scale.