BasicGear LANDINGNET-BAITWELLNET-01-17INCH Fishing Net Review
Our verdict
The BasicGear LANDINGNET-BAITWELLNET-01-17INCH Fishing Net costs just $19.99 and carries a 4.7 star rating across 56 reviews, the highest score in this comparison, and its 600+ bought last month figure outpaces every other net here, making it the strongest combination of price, rating, and current demand in this lineup.
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Anglers who need a small, affordable net for baitwell duty or landing smaller catches on baitcasting tackle, and who want a product with a proven track record, since 56 reviews back a 4.7 star average and 600+ units sold last month.
Skip if
Skip it if you need a net for larger fish, since the Small size and 17 inch scale suggest this is built for baitwell or light landing duty rather than the bigger hoop offered by the $89.99 Frabill 9510.
- Technique Baitcast Fishing
- Size Small
- Color White
- Feature Net
- Priced 17% below the category median ($23.99 across 64 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 56 owner ratings
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Popularity0.9/5
56 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
Keeping bait alive in a well or landing a smaller fish boatside calls for a compact net rather than a bulky landing net, and the BasicGear LANDINGNET-BAITWELLNET-01-17INCH Fishing Net is sized for exactly that. At 17 inches and labeled Small, it is built around Baitcast Fishing technique for anglers working smaller tackle, and it ships in a simple white finish with a straightforward net feature set.
At $19.99, it matches the price of the cheapest nets in this comparison while posting the strongest numbers of the group. A 4.7 star rating across 56 reviews beats every alternative here, including the Frabill 9510's 4.5 stars and the Frabill 2152's 4.3 stars, and it does so with a meaningful review count rather than a handful of ratings.
The clearest signal is demand. At 600+ bought last month, this net outsells every other option in this comparison by a wide margin, more than five times the 100+ pace of both Frabill nets. Combined with the 4.7 star average, that suggests a smaller, simpler net is winning buyers over larger, pricier alternatives for baitwell and light landing duty.
Pros
- 4.7 star rating, the highest of any net in this comparison.
- 600+ bought last month, more than five times the 100+ pace of both Frabill nets.
- Priced at $19.99, tied for the lowest price in this lineup.
- 56 reviews give the 4.7 star average a reasonably sized backing.
- Built around Baitcast Fishing technique for a specific, well-matched use case.
Cons
- Small size and 17 inch scale limit it to baitwell or light landing duty, not larger fish.
- No weight or material specs are listed beyond the Net feature tag.
- Fewer reviews than the Frabill 2152's 1,800 or Frabill 9510's 668, though still a solid sample at 56.
- White color and Small size mean it is a narrower fit than multi-size or multi-color alternatives.
Specifications
| Technique | Baitcast Fishing |
|---|---|
| Size | Small |
| Color | White |
| Feature | Net |
Performance notes
At 17 inches and labeled Small, this net is scaled for baitwell duty or landing fish that do not require a large hoop, which lines up with the Baitcast Fishing technique tag rather than the wade or seine techniques used by the bulkier alternatives in this comparison. The white color and simple Net feature description suggest a straightforward, no-frills build rather than one loaded with extra hardware like telescoping poles or multi-entrance designs. That simplicity likely keeps the price down to $19.99, matching the cheapest options in this lineup while still posting the highest rating and by far the strongest recent sales figure. For anglers who need a quick, small net for keeping bait alive or scooping a smaller catch close to the boat, the compact size is a feature rather than a limitation, though it is not a substitute for a full-size landing net when targeting bigger fish.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star average across 56 reviews is the highest combination of rating and sample size in this comparison, edging out the SEASPRO net's 4.6 stars on 18 reviews and clearly ahead of the Frabill options at 4.3 and 4.5 stars. The 600+ bought last month figure is the standout number here, well ahead of the 400+ seen on two other nets and far above the 100+ pace of both Frabill nets. That combination of a strong rating, a meaningful review count, and the highest sales volume in the group suggests this net has moved past the early-adopter phase and is now a consistently popular choice for buyers who need a small, affordable option for baitwell or light landing use.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this net best suited for?
The Baitcast Fishing technique tag and its Small, 17 inch size point to baitwell duty or landing smaller fish rather than heavier catches. It is a compact, simple net rather than one built around a large hoop or telescoping reach for bigger species.
How does this net's rating compare to alternatives?
At 4.7 stars across 56 reviews, it holds the highest rating in this comparison, ahead of the SEASPRO net's 4.6 stars and the Frabill options at 4.3 and 4.5 stars. The review count is also large enough to give that rating real weight.
Is 600+ bought last month a strong signal?
Yes. It is the highest bought last month figure among every net in this comparison, well ahead of the 400+ seen on two nets and far above the 100+ pace of both Frabill options, suggesting this is currently the most actively purchased net in the group.