Best Fisch rods: No-Life Rod (Level 500, infinite weight, 100% luck), Rod of the Depths (130% luck, $750k), Trident Rod (150% luck, $150k), and Mythical Rod (70% luck, $110k) dominate S-tier. The "best" rod depends on your goal—lure speed for grinding, luck for legendary hunting.
I've used almost every rod across 300+ hours of gameplay. Some are worth every coin. Others are complete traps that'll waste your money.
S-Tier (The Best Rods)
These are the rods you should be working toward. No debate.
| Rod | Lure Speed | Luck | Weight | Price/How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No-Life Rod | 90% | 100% | Infinite | Level 500 |
| Rod of the Depths | 65% | 130% | 30,000 KG | $750,000 |
| Trident Rod | 20% | 150% | 6,000 KG | $150,000 |
| King's Rod | -45% | 120% | 80,000 KG | $500,000 |
| Kraken Rod | 35% | 85% | 50,000 KG | $350,000 |
| Poseidon Rod | 40% | 95% | 40,000 KG | $400,000 |
| Heaven's Rod | 50% | 90% | 25,000 KG | $300,000 |
| Mythical Rod | 30% | 70% | 15,000 KG | $110,000 |
No-Life Rod is the undisputed king. Infinite weight means you can catch literally anything. 100% luck is insane. But Level 500 is hundreds of hours of grinding. This is true endgame.
Rod of the Depths has the highest luck in the game at 130%. If you're hunting mythical fish, this is your weapon. The $750k price tag hurts but it's worth it.
Trident Rod is the best value S-tier rod. 150% luck for only $150k? That's a steal. The low lure speed is annoying but the luck makes up for it.
Mythical Rod is the gateway to S-tier. At $110k it's accessible mid-game and the 70% luck stat is enough to start hunting rare fish seriously. This was my main rod for probably 100 hours.
A-Tier (Excellent Rods)
Solid rods that'll serve you well. Not quite S-tier but nothing to complain about.
| Rod | Lure Speed | Luck | Weight | Price/How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volcanic Rod | 45% | 60% | 12,000 KG | $85,000 |
| Aurora Rod | 40% | 55% | 10,000 KG | $70,000 |
| Tempest Rod | 55% | 45% | 8,000 KG | $60,000 |
| Long Rod | 35% | 40% | 5,000 KG | $25,000 |
Volcanic Rod is the best A-tier option. Good balance of stats and the 12,000 KG weight limit handles most fish.
Long Rod is the budget king. At $25k it's affordable early-mid game and the stats are respectable. I used this for way longer than I should have.
B-Tier (Good Rods)
These get the job done. Not notable but functional.
| Rod | Lure Speed | Luck | Weight | Price/How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steady Rod | 25% | 25% | 2,500 KG | $5,000 |
| Carbon Rod | 30% | 30% | 3,000 KG | $15,000 |
| Reinforced Rod | 20% | 20% | 2,000 KG | $8,000 |
Steady Rod is the most important B-tier rod. It's your first "real" rod and it can technically catch anything in the game. The stats are low but the price is right. Every player should own this.
C-Tier (Mediocre Rods)
Skip these if you can. They exist but there's always a better option.
| Rod | Lure Speed | Luck | Weight | Price/How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic Rod | 15% | 10% | 500 KG | $500 |
| Wooden Rod | 10% | 5% | 300 KG | $200 |
| Basic Rod | 5% | 5% | 200 KG | $100 |
These are stepping stones. Buy them, use them briefly, replace them. Don't invest in upgrades or enchants.
D-Tier (Avoid)
Trap rods. Either overpriced for their stats or have gimmicks that sound cool but don't work in practice.
| Rod | Why It's Bad |
|---|---|
| Joke Rods | Literally joke items with terrible stats |
| Event-Exclusive Rods | Often worse than buyable alternatives |
| Early Merchant Rods | Overpriced for what you get |
I wasted $30k on a "special" rod from a limited merchant that turned out to be worse than the Long Rod. Learn from my pain.
Best Rods by Purpose
Different situations call for different rods.
Best for Grinding XP:
- No-Life Rod (if you have it)
- Tempest Rod (high lure speed)
- Volcanic Rod (good balance)
Lure speed is king for grinding. More bites per minute equals more XP per hour.
Best for Hunting Legendaries:
- Rod of the Depths (130% luck)
- Trident Rod (150% luck)
- Mythical Rod (70% luck, budget option)
Luck is everything when you're targeting specific rare fish. I've spent hours fishing for legendaries with low-luck rods. Don't do that.
Best for Heavy Fish:
- No-Life Rod (infinite weight)
- King's Rod (80,000 KG)
- Kraken Rod (50,000 KG)
Some fish are literally uncatchable without enough weight capacity. The Mariana's Veil fish especially.
Best Budget Options:
- Mythical Rod ($110k, S-tier stats)
- Long Rod ($25k, solid A-tier)
- Steady Rod ($5k, gets the job done)
Optimal Progression Path
Here's the exact order I'd buy rods if I started over:
- Flimsy Rod (free, starting rod)
- Plastic Rod ($500, quick upgrade)
- Steady Rod ($5,000, your first real rod)
- Long Rod ($25,000, solid mid-game)
- Mythical Rod ($110,000, gateway to endgame)
- Trident Rod ($150,000, legendary hunting)
- Rod of the Depths ($750,000, true endgame)
Skip everything else. Seriously. I bought like 15 rods I never used because they seemed cool. Waste of money.
Enchanting Priority
Once you have a good rod, enchants matter more than the rod itself.
For Grinding: Hasty enchant. More lure speed equals more fish.
For Hunting: Lucky enchant. Stack luck on top of already high luck rods.
For Heavy Fish: Heavyweight enchant. Increases weight limit.
I run two Mythical Rods. One with Hasty for grinding, one with Lucky for hunting. Best setup until you can afford the S-tier rods.
Common Mistakes
Buying rods out of order. The progression path exists for a reason. Skipping steps wastes money.
Ignoring weight limits. I lost so many fish because my rod couldn't handle them. Check weight limits before fishing new areas.
Not enchanting. A Mythical Rod with Hasty beats an unenchanted Volcanic Rod for grinding. Enchants are that important.
Chasing event rods. Most event rods are cosmetic or worse than buyable alternatives. Don't grind events for rods unless you've confirmed they're actually good.
Related Content
- Fisch Codes for free skins and baits
- Fisch Beginner Guide for progression tips
- Fisch Fish Tier List for the most valuable catches
- Fisch Locations Guide for all fishing spots
- Fisch Bait Guide for bait optimization
- Fisch Money Making Guide for farming strategies
- Fisch Enchants Tier List for the best enchantments
- Fisch Boreal Pines Guide for the new winter area
