2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black Review
Our verdict
The 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black pairs a stainless steel gripper and scale for $26.99, undercutting every other alternative in this comparison except the $28.50 Rapala RMDS-50. With a 4.4 star rating across 54 reviews and 100+ units bought last month, it offers a two in one gripper and scale format at a budget friendly price.
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Anglers who want a stainless steel gripper and scale combo without paying a premium, since $26.99 undercuts the $48.55 and $285 alternatives in this comparison. The 8.96 ounce weight keeps it light enough for regular use on the water.
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Anglers who want a longer proven track record should note this model has only 54 reviews, the smallest sample of any scale in this comparison, well below the 126 to 172 reviews behind the Rapala scales.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 8.96 ounces
- Color Black
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature 1 * Fish Gripper with Scale
- Priced 24% above the category median ($21.79 across 48 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 54 owner ratings
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Popularity0.3/5
54 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 stainless steel build usually costs more than aluminum or blend materials, but the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black manages to price its steel gripper and scale combo at just $26.99, cheaper than the $28.50 Rapala RMDS-50, the $48.55 Rapala RGSDS-50, and far below the $285 Eastaboga Fish Gripper and Scale. It weighs 8.96 ounces and is sold as a single black unit with the feature listed as one fish gripper with scale.
The 4.4 star rating across 54 reviews matches the Rapala RMDS-50's exact score, though on a smaller review base, since 54 trails the 126 reviews behind that Rapala model and the 172 behind the Rapala RGSDS-50. Fifty four reviews is still enough to suggest a consistent pattern rather than a fluke, especially paired with 100+ units bought last month.
That 100+ bought last month figure is well ahead of the 0+ recorded for both Rapala scales and the Eastaboga gripper in this comparison. For anglers who want a stainless steel gripper and scale combo at the lowest price among the pricier combo style options here, the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black is a straightforward, budget minded pick.
Pros
- Stainless steel gripper and scale combo priced at just $26.99
- 4.4 star rating across 54 reviews, matching the pricier Rapala RMDS-50
- 100+ units bought last month, ahead of the 0+ shown for the Rapala and Eastaboga alternatives
- Weighs 8.96 ounces, a manageable weight for a combined gripper and scale
- Cheapest gripper and scale combo relative to the $48.55 and $285 alternatives in this comparison
Cons
- Only 54 reviews, the smallest sample among the scales in this comparison
- No stated maximum weight capacity listed in the specs
- Priced close to the $28.50 Rapala RMDS-50, which has more than double the review count
- Stainless steel adds some weight at 8.96 ounces compared to lighter standalone scales
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.96 ounces |
| Color | Black |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | 1 * Fish Gripper with Scale |
Performance notes
Stainless steel is a heavier, more corrosion resistant material choice than the aluminum or blend builds used elsewhere in this category, and at 8.96 ounces the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black stays reasonably light for a tool built from steel rather than plastic or aluminum. The feature listing describes one fish gripper with scale in a single piece, meaning the same tool locks onto a fish's jaw and displays weight without switching between two separate pieces of gear. Stainless steel also tends to hold up better around saltwater and slime exposure than lower grade metals, which fits a tool meant to be handled directly against a fish repeatedly. At $26.99, that steel build and combo function come at a price close to the plain aluminum alloy or blend hanging scales in this comparison, making the added gripper function close to a bonus rather than a premium add on.
What buyers say
A 4.4 star rating across 54 reviews puts the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black on par with the Rapala RMDS-50, though on roughly forty percent as many reviews as that model's 126. A smaller review count at this stage typically means less certainty about long term consistency, but the rating itself lines up with an established competitor, which is a reasonable early signal. The 100+ units bought last month is a clear step up from the 0+ recorded for both Rapala scales and the $285 Eastaboga gripper in this comparison, suggesting real current interest in a lower cost stainless steel combo option even without a long review history behind it yet.
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Frequently asked questions
What material is the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black made from?
It is built from stainless steel, according to the listed specs, and weighs 8.96 ounces. That is a different material than the aluminum alloy or blend construction used on some other scales in this comparison, which can affect durability around saltwater.
Does the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black include a gripper?
Yes, the feature listing describes one fish gripper with scale, meaning the gripping mechanism and the weight display are built into a single stainless steel tool rather than sold as two separate pieces of gear an angler would otherwise need to buy.
Is the 2-in-1 X500 Fish Scale Black a good price compared to similar scales?
At $26.99, it costs less than the $28.50 Rapala RMDS-50, the $48.55 Rapala RGSDS-50, and far less than the $285 Eastaboga Fish Gripper and Scale, while still matching the Rapala RMDS-50's 4.4 star rating despite carrying a stainless steel gripper function that scale lacks.