Experts prefer Ugly Stik Elite over Shimano Solara
On 9 Apr 2024 (15 days ago) we went through 104 Fishing Rod expert endorsements .
Currently, Ugly Stik Elite received 2 endorsements from Forbes (17 Apr 2023) and OutdoorGearLab (1 Nov 2023). Meanwhile, Shimano Solara did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Fishing Rod | bestfishkeeping.com  | boatsafe.com  | TheManual  | Field & Stream  | BestReviews  | fishinggearcenter.com  | Forbes  | OutdoorGearLab  | Reviewed  | wired2fish.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | -3 | $50 |  Ugly Stik Elite The Ugly Stik Elite spinning rod is a versatile and durable option for anglers of all levels, offering excellent sensitivity and strength for a variety of fishing situations. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $20 |  Shimano Solara | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 17 Apr 2023 Forbes ranked Ugly Stik Elite as #2
Rank Fishing Rod Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 11 Ugly Stik Elite Best Budget Fishing Rod... ... ... Source: www.forbes.com - On 1 Nov 2023 OutdoorGearLab ranked Ugly Stik Elite as #4
Rank Fishing Rod Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 4 Ugly Stik Elite Great for Small FishSource: www.outdoorgearlab.com
Shimano Solara 
Ugly Stik Elite Customers like Ugly Stik Elite noticeably more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Ugly Stik Elite
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Ugly Stik Elite, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Shimano Solara.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling fishing rod receives a consumer score of 8.3 (great). Both Shimano Solara and Ugly Stik Elite receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Shimano Solara |
In comparison:
8.4 Great
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| Ugly Stik Elite |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
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| Median best-selling Fishing Rod |
In comparison:
Fiblink 2-Piece Moonsniper ranks #29 out of 57. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.3 Great
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Ugly Stik Elite is more popular than Shimano Solara
It's fairly safe to say that Ugly Stik Elite is a more popular fishing rod than Shimano Solara, based on its 1,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Shimano Solara and Ugly Stik Elite | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Zebco 33 Spincast Reel Combo | $28 |
In comparison:
Zebco 33 Spincast Reel Combo ranks #18 out of 57. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.7 Great
| No expert recommendations | More Popular |
 | Plusinno Carbon Fiber Telescopic | $50 |
In comparison:
Plusinno Carbon Fiber Telescopic ranks #30 out of 57. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.3 Great
| 2 expert recommendations | |
 | Ugly Stik GX2 | $40 |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | More Popular |
 | Ugly Stik GX2 Casting Rod | $39 |
In comparison:
Ugly Stik GX2 Casting Rod ranks #10 out of 57. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.1 Great
| No expert recommendations | More Popular |
| Rank | Change | Price | Fishing Rod | bestfishkeeping.com | boatsafe.com | TheManual | Field & Stream | BestReviews | fishinggearcenter.com | Forbes | OutdoorGearLab
| Reviewed | wired2fish.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Check price |  St.Croix Triumph The St. Croix Triumph fishing rod is a versatile and high-quality spinning rod that offers excellent performance, durability, and sensitivity, making it a top choice for anglers of all skill levels. | 1 | - | 7 | - | 1 | 8 | - | 1 | - | - |
| 2 | - | $40 |  Ugly Stik GX2 The Ugly Stik GX2 fishing rod is highly praised by experts for its exceptional construction, durability, and performance, making it a versatile and reliable choice for anglers of all skill levels. | 2 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | +1 | $50 |  Plusinno Carbon Fiber Telescopic The Plusinno Carbon Fiber Telescopic Fishing Rod is a versatile and reliable fishing rod that offers convenience, durability, and exceptional performance for anglers of all skill levels. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | - |
| 4 | +1 | Check price |  Orvis Superfine The Orvis Superfine is a highly regarded fiberglass fly rod that offers a slower, full-flex action, making it ideal for delicate and precise casts in small bodies of water, with its construction and build quality praised for its classic feel and comfortable cork handle. | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [16]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 14
| Highest score by fishingisbliss.com | 90 |
| Average score based on 16 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by backcountrycariboo.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
- The Solara series is designed to be the ideal tool for new anglers to learn the art
- Reinforced with durable Aeroglass blank construction that provides incredible sensitivity
- Featuring aluminum oxide guides for smooth line flow on every cast and retrieve
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- UGLY STIK 7’ ELITE SPINNING ROD: 35% more graphite than the Ugly Stik GX2, plus premium cork handles. From the makers of the #1 rod series in the world.
- 6-14LB LINE RATING, MEDIUM POWER, FAST ACTION: Built tough to stand up to what's next. Lure rating of 1/4-5/8 oz. Two piece fishing rod features Ugly Stik Clear Tip design for strength and sensitivity.
- Read more
Shimano Solara is a well-known option at the bottom of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling fishing rods and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Zebco 33 Spincast Reel Combo or Oddspro Kids Telescopic .
Shimano Solara is $32.41 cheaper than the average fishing rod ($60.76).
Ugly Stik Elite is a very popular option in the middle of the fishing rods price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling fishing rods and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Ugly Stik Elite Casting Rod or Shimano Saguaro .
Ugly Stik Elite is $10.81 cheaper than the average fishing rod ($60.76).
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