Frabill Folding Landing Net, 22 x 20-Inch, Premium Landing Net review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

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Frabill | Trusted By Anglers Since 1938
Hoop Size: 18" x 16" | Telescoping Handle Length: 20-40" | Netting Material: Micromesh | Mesh: 3/16" | Net Depth: 14"
Telescoping handle ensures you reach your catch and land it quickly and safely
Net folds at yoke for easy storage

Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 27, 2020
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Frabill
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08DPMLC4Y

Q:

Can this also be used to catch butterflies?

Answer: Absolutely!! However I use it primarily for noseeums at the beach. My son uses the same net for catching big boar ????. So as u see it’s very versatile! ????????

Answer: Here is an explanation of how you can make your own butterfly net: http://www.skiptomylou.org/2010/06/19/homemade-butterfly-net-from-little-birdie-secrets/

Answer: The net is made for fish, not butterflies with fragile wings.

Q:

Good for crawfish netting?

Answer: I don't know about crawfish netting. I use it when rescuing injured wildlife and it works great for that. It's strong enough to hold a full grown canadian goose.

Answer: The mesh is small enough and I found the net to be durable.

Answer: Only if you're gentle! My 5 year old broke it within three days of catching minnows in the lake.

Answer: I've never used it for that, but I think it would work fine.

Q:

Does this net float in the water??

Answer: All you need to do is buy a short piece of closed cell pipe insulation or a pool noodle. cut it roughly square with a razor knife -slightly oversized- and fill a few feet of the part of the handle that does not telescope then Bob's your uncle. Make sure it is closed cell foam.

Answer: I did not have any apportunity to check it was broken at first day of using

Answer: NOPE

Q:

whats the weight capacity of this net

Q:

Is the handle replaceable with a standard "painters pole" screw in?

Answer: No, but the existing telescoping handle is adequate. I don't know why you would want to modify it. I have used my net on two fly fishing trips and have landed trout up to twenty inches with no problems.

Answer: No, it is not.

Answer: no

Q:

The mechanism the locks the net in the open position has broken on ours, can I order the replacement part for it?

Answer: Don't know haven't had that issue yet,

Answer: I could not find replacement parts. I just bought a new net. But take note how it broke. It is definitely designed to be stronger one direction. Broke mine by lending to a guy who used it the wrong way and snapped it. But he landed the fish so I told him “No Worries”

Answer: Your better off extending to your desired position and crimping the metal.

Answer: I think not. It is made of poor quality. I purchased a superior replacement, entirely.

Q:

what is the weight limit for this net?

Answer: Not sure on what manufacturer specs are but I used the net and held up to 10 pounds with no problems .

Answer: I've landed a four pound rainbow without a problem

Answer: proven at 5.5 lbs

Q:

how long does it go fully extended

Answer: With the net open to first position, it is 3'4". Fully extended, it is 4'10". The net, at its widest point, is 17". The depth of the net is about the same. I have found this net to be perfect for my needs. it is light, collapsible, locks with ease, and has handled plenty of bass with no issues. I hope this helps. Chad McMillan

Answer: 56" from end of handle to end if net

Answer: bout 4 feet, and is perfect for catching chickens........I bought it for that use, and it is outstanding.

Answer: 5-6ft honesty it's a good net for bass, blue Gill, perch,even walleye. But for anything bigger get a different net.

Answer: Like 4 feet., close to five from stem to stern.

Answer: Approx four feet

Q:

Could this be used to trap a feral kitten?

Answer: Yes, if you're fast enough.

Answer: Sure

Q:

How many pounds is this net rated for?

Answer: I do not know that answer. The net was cheaply made and fell apart almost immediately.

Answer: I think it's sturdy enough for 10 lbs. That's a good size fish, but length is more of a concern as the net is only so wide

Answer: I am not sure. However, I use it for small Goldfish in a little backyard pond and for cleaning leaves. I am very pleased with the results and 5 pounds seems reasonable. More than 5 would be iffy, in my estimation.

Answer: I live in south texas and use it for nice red fish and trout, flounder and Black Drum. hope that helps.

Q:

Has anyone used this to catch smelt (like dip netting for them from the shore) with good results?

Answer: I haven't used this net for that purpose, but in my opinion, the net would be too flimsy. At least for a full net full of smelt. More scoops with only half a net full would be the way to try.

Q:

What are the dimensions of the net?

Answer: im not sure i do know i love mine no more chasing birds down ..love mine..

Q:

Has anyone found a replacement net that will fit? I ripped mine.

Q:

would this be a good net to catch small minos or little bait fish?

Answer: Quite possibly, it has a fine mesh, about 1/4 inch holes....hope this helps

Answer: Yes, but be gentle. My 4 yr old was able to bed the pole trying to scoop up minows.

Q:

Can this net be used for flounder up to 8 lbs?

Answer: I bought mine for Trout in the lake and it works perfect but I think 8 pound Flounder is over doing it for this net. I'd want something a bit sturdier if your looking for a folding design.

Answer: Owned for short amount of time. I'm sure it will land fish but know that due to its ability to fold, the frame itself is not 1 solid piece. I'd recommend EGO S1 Genesis. Strong frame, floats, and has rubber netting.

Answer: Absolutely not. It is of poor quality in every and any way possible.

Answer: I don't think it is big enough

Answer: Absolutely. It's well made.

Q:

What's the biggest fish that can fit?

Answer: Hard to say. I would use it for panfish or nothing longer than 25". I used it on a Boundary Waters trip and was able to get 20"+ pike in there, but one was about 25" and the net was starting to bend.

Answer: Very large. Several feet. It is a big, deep net. I caught a 22" snook that looked small in the net.

Answer: By weight or size? I have netted a 4 1/2 lb rainbow with no problem.

JG : good to have one.

have used this few times, the quality seems to be good, it is all plastic though. the extended handle is about 3 to 4 feet, i wish it can be a little longer.

Joe : Ok for small fish but not Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth, or Lake Trout over a few pounds

The kind of net to take with you on a wilderness trip. It breaks down nicely and is lightweight. Get a pike in it with a three-trebled rapala, and you have a real mess. Barbless hooks help...but I still got a couple holes in mine trying to get lures out of it. YES it helped me land fish, but the mesh could be a little more durable and/or stiffer or something so it doesn't tangle so bad. UPDATE after three trips and multiple uses with wrigging pike, walleye, smallmouths, or trout, I've had to resort to the knife to cut the lures out of the mesh several times. I've got holes all over the net and need to fix them and/or get a better rubber coated or rubber replacement net for future use. Barbless hooks help but not 100%! UPDATE after more trips...the frame is not durable enough for big fish, the think folds in half with big fish. I just bought a typical aluminum framed net with a deeper bag to land those bigger fish.

R.W.B : Pretty cool

My son loves this net. It is perfect for creek wading, catching minnow. He is able to catch more with this, then a rounded net. The versaltility is the only thind that scares me, time will tell.

Chris J. : This Frabill is a great net!

This Frabill is a great net!!! It's my third net of this type. The first one was the smaller foldable type that I gave away to my bass fishing buddy, when I ordered this larger 22x20 net. The bass guy loved the smaller net because it folded up real nice and compact for his smaller 18ft Bass Boat. The second larger net I tripped over it after landing a fish in my boat and broke it! It wasn't the nets fault. I also have a 18 foot fishing boat as well as Kayaks, and I prefer the larger opening of this 22"x20" net for both fishing craft. Yep, even for my Kayak this net folds and stows excellent!!! It's nice to have the extra reach and dimensions of the net itself encase you happen to hook into a larger fish. You wont be sorry! The construction and materials of the net, Aluminum handles, plastic fittings at hoop, and mesh net was fine. If I were to trip over this net like the clumsy person I was, and break this one again, I would still order another one. It wasn't the construction of this net that caused it to break, I mean I tripped over this net real hard, causing me to go flying! It's a great folding net!!!

Amazon Customer : very nice net.

really like the extension handle.

Amazon Customer : chicken catcher

I use it to catch my chickens and bunnies. It works fantastic and saves my back.

ernie : Four Stars

good for storage

bart : The net is fine I am using to catch small animals like birds

The net is fine I am using to catch small animals like birds. I have chickens and the baby's can be hard to catch. If it is over 6 or 7 pounds use the net retracted or get another net. Fully extended it is not strong enough for more than 6 or 7 pounds. Looks good and is reasonably well made.

ThugFishin : This will work good for when I'm "Big Fishing" (Salmon

When ordering, CHECK THE NET SIZE! It's my fault, but I ordered one that was too large. This will work good for when I'm "Big Fishing" (Salmon, Muskie, etc.), but I bought this for Bass fishing specifically and to stow in my bag. It fits, but is cumbersome in my current tackle backpack. :(

Jessica C : I'd only trust it with small fish like perch and bluegill

Took it out fishing. ... first fish caught the handle snapped right away.. very light duty... I'd only trust it with small fish like perch and bluegill ... anything over 5lbs I'd be very careful when. Pulling it out of the water.

Amazon Customer : A great portable net

I hike in to some of the spots I fish, and I can easily strap this to my backpack. It works great, and it's plenty big enough for everything from panfish to moderately sized game fish. It's exactly the kind of high quality you'd expect from Frabill.

Randy : Could be sturdier

Nice net; intended purpose is to fish out shot dove that have fallen into the irrigation canals. It's collapsibility is a plus, it does seem a little on the flimsy side, curious to see how it holds up from season to season.

Andrew 7.62 : Good for feathers and scales

I love the portability and easy storage. I raise pigeons, some of which are worth some decent money. When one gets put of a coop I can now usually bet it before it gets away. Does not injure the bird. Used it for our chickens as well. Would also be a great fishing net.

Chris J. : This Frabill is a great net!

This Frabill is a great net!!! It's my third net of this type. The first one was the smaller foldable type that I gave away to my bass fishing buddy, when I ordered this larger 22x20 net. The bass guy loved the smaller net because it folded up real nice and compact for his smaller 18ft Bass Boat. The second larger net I tripped over it after landing a fish in my boat and broke it! It wasn't the nets fault. I also have a 18 foot fishing boat as well as Kayaks, and I prefer the larger opening of this 22"x20" net for both fishing craft. Yep, even for my Kayak this net folds and stows excellent!!! It's nice to have the extra reach and dimensions of the net itself encase you happen to hook into a larger fish. You wont be sorry! The construction and materials of the net, Aluminum handles, plastic fittings at hoop, and mesh net was fine. If I were to trip over this net like the clumsy person I was, and break this one again, I would still order another one. It wasn't the construction of this net that caused it to break, I mean I tripped over this net real hard, causing me to go flying! It's a great folding net!!!

Bobk : Great Net

This net is perfect for float tube fishing. It's lightweight and compact and extends for easy fish netting.

Dholder109 : Frabill Folding Net with Telescoping Handle (18 X 16-Inch)

I used it this winter for carp and it did its job! The net made landing the big ones real easy. The only thing is the net would get caught on their bottom fin and even with pliers I couldn't get it off so it ended up ripping a hole! When its folded up, i can easily fit in my backpack next to my tackle boxes & bait. Glad I made this purchase.

C C : Perfect net!

Awesome net at an awesome price! GREAT VENDOR, FAST SHIPPING!

Suzan A. Thompson : Broke on second Catch

A five pound carp broke the net in two! I would not recommended for any fish larger then 2 lbs

Joe : Ok for small fish but not Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth, or Lake Trout over a few pounds

The kind of net to take with you on a wilderness trip. It breaks down nicely and is lightweight. Get a pike in it with a three-trebled rapala, and you have a real mess. Barbless hooks help...but I still got a couple holes in mine trying to get lures out of it. YES it helped me land fish, but the mesh could be a little more durable and/or stiffer or something so it doesn't tangle so bad. UPDATE after three trips and multiple uses with wrigging pike, walleye, smallmouths, or trout, I've had to resort to the knife to cut the lures out of the mesh several times. I've got holes all over the net and need to fix them and/or get a better rubber coated or rubber replacement net for future use. Barbless hooks help but not 100%! UPDATE after more trips...the frame is not durable enough for big fish, the think folds in half with big fish. I just bought a typical aluminum framed net with a deeper bag to land those bigger fish.

Kmandingo : excellent net

this net is great folds to fit almost any where easy to carry and store. net has small holes for scooping even the smallest of fish or even bait out of the water.

Abigail Herlihy : good for kayak fishing

This was purchased as a gift for a kayak fisherman who said it worked perfectly. It was lightweight, sturdy, and it floats!

Doulos : Great Net

No Complaints. Collapsible, works great for dip netting minnows/baitfish. This is my second net, and would buy another one just like it if I need to again

Anthony : Buyer beware

The shaft snapped on this net within the first 10 minutes of use. My son was scooping minnows up from the pier and it broke instantly. He's 2 and was try to catch bait for us to use. I was pretty disappointed because usually frabil puts out good equipment. I guess a 2 year old was just too much for this net.

Dr. Ken : Yak About It

I bought this net after dropping a winning flounder back into the water before I could get a measurement photo of it in a kayak fishing tournament. Lesson learned, and this is the net that most of the anglers on the podiums carry on their kayaks. 20-some-odd bucks I didn't spend on this net cost me well over a thousand dollars that day. Nuff said.

R.V. : High Expectation. Great Disappointment.

The net was very compact when folded and was easy to open up for use. The net is lightweight and easy to transport. The biggest drawback is the netting material. The joy of landing a big fish was quickly replaced with 20 minutes of frustration as I try to untangle my hooks from the net. On 5 occasions the hooks became so tangled that I had to cut the net to free the hooks. Needless to say there are multiple holes in the net now so the net was good for only one fishing trip. I would not recommend buying this net.

B. Doctor : Terrible netting material

The netting material will snag your hooks, period. There is no way around it - no clue why they would use this type of netting material on a fishing net. Otherwise, this is a fantastic design. In fact, I purchased another cheap net that has the proper material, and I plan to transfer that netting onto this since it is perfect for our canoe. But it should never have shipped with this netting material. I just started cutting every hook out when we were 'on' the fish.

Devon S. : Ehhh might be a cool idea but worked for a week then snap

Ehhh might be a cool idea but worked for a week then snap . One side of the net broke off

Amazon Customer : but seems like it will work well

SEEMS TO BE WELL MADE! Yet to try it, but seems like it will work well!

Joe : Ok for small fish but not Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth, or Lake Trout over a few pounds

The kind of net to take with you on a wilderness trip. It breaks down nicely and is lightweight. Get a pike in it with a three-trebled rapala, and you have a real mess. Barbless hooks help...but I still got a couple holes in mine trying to get lures out of it. YES it helped me land fish, but the mesh could be a little more durable and/or stiffer or something so it doesn't tangle so bad. UPDATE after three trips and multiple uses with wrigging pike, walleye, smallmouths, or trout, I've had to resort to the knife to cut the lures out of the mesh several times. I've got holes all over the net and need to fix them and/or get a better rubber coated or rubber replacement net for future use. Barbless hooks help but not 100%! UPDATE after more trips...the frame is not durable enough for big fish, the think folds in half with big fish. I just bought a typical aluminum framed net with a deeper bag to land those bigger fish.

c.aldrich : Great net that breaks down for storage

Great net to always have stored on your boat. Only complaint is that in one direction lifting a large fish can snap off the tabs that hold it out straight. So then it only works in one direction. However the large cobia didn’t get away and I happily bought another one to always keep on the boat.

LikesFishing : Great value.

Great value. Folds easily. Quick to adjust the length. Although, as other reviewers have noted, some fish can get tangled in the net, that is a minor issued outweighed by the large size of the net and its ease of use. I would buy it again. Hold fish from small to large.

Chris J. : This Frabill is a great net!

This Frabill is a great net!!! It's my third net of this type. The first one was the smaller foldable type that I gave away to my bass fishing buddy, when I ordered this larger 22x20 net. The bass guy loved the smaller net because it folded up real nice and compact for his smaller 18ft Bass Boat. The second larger net I tripped over it after landing a fish in my boat and broke it! It wasn't the nets fault. I also have a 18 foot fishing boat as well as Kayaks, and I prefer the larger opening of this 22"x20" net for both fishing craft. Yep, even for my Kayak this net folds and stows excellent!!! It's nice to have the extra reach and dimensions of the net itself encase you happen to hook into a larger fish. You wont be sorry! The construction and materials of the net, Aluminum handles, plastic fittings at hoop, and mesh net was fine. If I were to trip over this net like the clumsy person I was, and break this one again, I would still order another one. It wasn't the construction of this net that caused it to break, I mean I tripped over this net real hard, causing me to go flying! It's a great folding net!!!

webarranch : It works perfectly and is easy to store

We fish a river that is "Catch & Release" from a drift boat. It works perfectly and is easy to store.

Brandon : Cheaper at walmart

I like how compact the net is and plan on using on my kayak. Only negative is after purchase i saw the same net with slightly smaller opening for $12 dollars at walmart..

S. Mason : Breaks easy

This item is not sturdy. Not sure what they think is going to be caught with this net, but with mild use, we have now broken the second one. The deisign is good, but the materials seem to be very weak. Not going to get another one.

Ted Toffey : Couldnt get the hook out of the netting

I initially loved this but when the barbed hook went into the netting the first time, the fine/strong fibers in the weave of the netting made it impossible to get out ... even with pliers. I ended up using clippers to cut a piece of the net. So great to get the fish in the boat and then a problem.

Andrew 7.62 : Good for feathers and scales

I love the portability and easy storage. I raise pigeons, some of which are worth some decent money. When one gets put of a coop I can now usually bet it before it gets away. Does not injure the bird. Used it for our chickens as well. Would also be a great fishing net.

Brandon : Cheaper at walmart

I like how compact the net is and plan on using on my kayak. Only negative is after purchase i saw the same net with slightly smaller opening for $12 dollars at walmart..

vern martin. : The fish won't know what hit-um

We fly out to a trophy lake every year for 10 days of hard fishing. We've never had a net that did all we wanted. You only have so much room on the bush plane for gear and the guys. Every inch and pound is use none goes to waste. And that's kinda funny because we fly an Otter and it can carry a 2100 lbs, We max it out every time. So little things like a good net needs to be compact and sturdy to just handle the trip not to mention the 20 to 30 inch cutthroat trout we catch. Great product.

Adam H : This net is crap. Arrived broken and frankly if you plan to ...

This net is crap. Arrived broken and frankly if you plan to use it for anything larger than a dip net for bait, you will be disappointed.

Adam H : This net is crap. Arrived broken and frankly if you plan to ...

This net is crap. Arrived broken and frankly if you plan to use it for anything larger than a dip net for bait, you will be disappointed.

Amazon Customer : very nice net.

really like the extension handle.

Suzan A. Thompson : Broke on second Catch

A five pound carp broke the net in two! I would not recommended for any fish larger then 2 lbs

Erick N. Horrmann : Great Net!

Great net! I landed a 20 lbs salmon on this net. It's NOT designed for this type of fishing, but it CAN (with the correct usage) be used for this. IF you do, don't telescope it, and make sure you use both hands (one on the handle and one on the net). It collapses GREAT and that was the main feature I was excited about when I purcahsed this. I am a NUT when it comes to making things more portable and more compact but still functional. This fits the bill if that's what you're looking for!!

Valoree : Meh....

A wee bit flimsy for a Frabil. I get that its folding....but cots fold too and are sturdy for a man's weight. Not sure your "big catch" wouldnt be "the one that got away" with this thing...but havent used enough to say for sure yet.

Brent : Returned for refund

Unfortunately the net was broken when I received it and returned and did not want a replacement. I thought the quality of the net very poor.

Kate : Perfect for capturing various flying insects

Perfect for capturing various flying insects. Soft enough not to injure while I get it to a window for release.

Shawn Johnson : Five Stars

Handy net for canoe fishing.... lost my first one and picked up another.

SC : Folds up neatly, space saving

I really like this product because it folds up to such a small package. I have a 17' speed boat and storage is an issue, the frame of the net folds back upon the shaft which has an elastic strap to hold the net in place for storage. This fits nicely in the side compartment of my boat. I am not a serious fisherman, but just fish for fun, and this product works perfect for me. It seems to be sturdy enough to last for years of use. I would definitely recommend this product to others.

Joe : Ok for small fish but not Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth, or Lake Trout over a few pounds

The kind of net to take with you on a wilderness trip. It breaks down nicely and is lightweight. Get a pike in it with a three-trebled rapala, and you have a real mess. Barbless hooks help...but I still got a couple holes in mine trying to get lures out of it. YES it helped me land fish, but the mesh could be a little more durable and/or stiffer or something so it doesn't tangle so bad. UPDATE after three trips and multiple uses with wrigging pike, walleye, smallmouths, or trout, I've had to resort to the knife to cut the lures out of the mesh several times. I've got holes all over the net and need to fix them and/or get a better rubber coated or rubber replacement net for future use. Barbless hooks help but not 100%! UPDATE after more trips...the frame is not durable enough for big fish, the think folds in half with big fish. I just bought a typical aluminum framed net with a deeper bag to land those bigger fish.

Frabill Folding Landing Net, 22 x 20-Inch, Premium Landing Net review and price compare 2025

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Questions about Frabill Folding Landing Net, 22 x 20-Inch, Premium Landing Net

Can this also be used to catch butterflies?

Good for crawfish netting?

Does this net float in the water??

whats the weight capacity of this net

Is the handle replaceable with a standard "painters pole" screw in?

The mechanism the locks the net in the open position has broken on ours, can I order the replacement part for it?

what is the weight limit for this net?

how long does it go fully extended

Could this be used to trap a feral kitten?

How many pounds is this net rated for?

Has anyone used this to catch smelt (like dip netting for them from the shore) with good results?

What are the dimensions of the net?

Has anyone found a replacement net that will fit? I ripped mine.

would this be a good net to catch small minos or little bait fish?

Can this net be used for flounder up to 8 lbs?

What's the biggest fish that can fit?

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