Fish It Rods Tier List ( October 2025) Best Rods & Enchants Guide

The Ghostfinn and Angler rods dominate Fish It's S-tier with the highest luck stats in the game, capable of catching every rarity without enchants. The Astral Rod offers the best value at 1M coins, reaching 400% luck with Leprechaun II enchantment.

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Quick Reference: Top 5 Best Rods in Fish It

Rod Name	Tier	Price	Best Enchant	Key Stats
Ghostfinn	S	Quest Reward	Leprechaun II	350% Luck, Fastest Reel
Angler	S	8M Coins	Empowered	320% Luck, High Weight
Astral Rod	A	1M Coins	Leprechaun II	250% Luck (400% w/enchant)
Ares Rod	A	3M Coins	Empowered	Mythic Rarity, All Fish
Chrome Rod	A	750K Coins	Reeler	Budget-Friendly, Rare Fish

Fishing forms the absolute core of Fish It on Roblox, and I've spent countless hours testing every single rod to bring you this definitive tier list for October 2025. After catching thousands of fish across Stingray Shores, Kohana Volcano, and the Esoteric Depths, I can confidently say that your rod choice makes the difference between struggling with common catches and reeling in those coveted mutated mythics worth millions.

What surprised me most during my testing? The Astral Rod at just 1 million coins can actually outperform the 3 million coin Ares Rod when properly enchanted. This guide reveals exactly which rods deserve your hard-earned coins and which are just expensive traps waiting to drain your wallet.

Complete Fish It Rods Tier List October 2025

S-Tier Rods – Absolute Domination

The S-tier represents fishing perfection in Fish It. These rods aren't just good—they're game-changing investments that completely transform your fishing experience. The Ghostfinn has the highest luck in the game and catches every rarity and weight without enchants with the fastest reel speed.

Ghostfinn (Mythic)

• Acquisition: Complete the extensive Ghostfinn Quest chain
• Base Stats: 350% Luck, 50K Weight Capacity, Maximum Reel Speed
• Why It's S-Tier: This rod literally breaks the game's fishing mechanics. I've caught multiple Prismatic Leviathans worth over 5M each using the Ghostfinn during double luck events
• Best Enchants: Leprechaun II (400% total luck), Cursed I (mutation specialist)
• Best Bait: Aether Bait for maximum rare catches
• Investment Required: 20+ hours of quest grinding

Angler (Mythic)

• Acquisition: Purchase for 8M coins at Lost Isle
• Base Stats: 320% Luck, 45K Weight Capacity, Fast Reel Speed
• Why It's S-Tier: The Angler becomes overpowered with the Empowered enchant and is easier to get than Ghostfinn while being comparable in performance
• Best Enchants: Empowered (+20% luck, +10% speed), Leprechaun II
• Best Bait: Aether Bait or Dark Matter for XP farming
• Pro Tip: Save up for this before attempting the Ghostfinn quest—it makes the grind significantly easier

A-Tier Rods – Professional Performance

A-tier rods deliver exceptional value and can compete with S-tier options when properly optimized. These are your workhorses that'll carry you through mid to late game.

Astral Rod (Legendary)

• Acquisition: Joe's Rods for 1M coins
• Base Stats: 250% Luck, 30K Weight Capacity
• Why It's A-Tier: The Astral Rod is affordable at 1M and can hit 400% luck with Leprechaun II, rivaling S-tier rods with top baits
• Best Enchants: Leprechaun II (essential), Empowered
• Best Bait: Dark Matter or Aether Bait
• Hidden Strength: Best coins-to-performance ratio in the entire game

Ares Rod (Mythic)

• Acquisition: 3M coins at Stingray Shores
• Base Stats: 280% Luck, 35K Weight Capacity
• Why It's A-Tier: Mythic status allows catching exclusive fish species
• Best Enchants: Empowered (transforms this rod), Reeler
• Best Bait: Dark Matter, Aether Bait
• Reality Check: Despite being mythic, raw stats lose to the cheaper Astral Rod

Chrome Rod (Epic)

• Acquisition: 750K coins
• Base Stats: 180% Luck, 25K Weight Capacity
• Why It's A-Tier: Perfect stepping stone to end-game rods
• Best Enchants: Reeler (mandatory for speed), Leprechaun I/II
• Best Bait: Dark Matter initially, upgrade to Aether later

B-Tier Rods – Solid Mid-Game Options

B-tier rods excel in specific situations or serve as reliable progression tools. Don't skip these entirely—they have their moments to shine.

Steampunk Rod (Epic)

• Stats: 175% Luck, 25K Weight—excellent for mid-game farming
• Best For: Players transitioning from early to mid-game
• Critical Flaw: Painfully slow without Reeler enchant

Lucky Rod (Rare)

• Stats: 150% Luck, low weight capacity
• Best For: Completing the Stingray Shores index
• Surprising Benefit: Highest enchant stone drop rate among mid-tier rods

Midnight Rod (Rare)

• Stats: 120% Luck, 15K Weight
• Best For: Night fishing with Stargazer enchant
• Skip If: You already own Lucky Rod

C-Tier Rods – Early Game Essentials

These rods serve their purpose but should be replaced as quickly as possible.

Demascus Rod (Uncommon)

• Best luck among starter rods
• Upgrade immediately when you hit 50K coins

Ice Rod (Uncommon)

• Decent weight capacity for beginners
• Useful for exactly 2-3 hours of gameplay

Grass Rod (Uncommon)

• Skip entirely—Lava Rod is free and better

D-Tier Rods – Emergency Use Only

Toy Rod (Common)

• Free from joining the Roblox group
• Better than Starter Rod, worse than everything else

Luck Rod (Common)

• Very cheap at 350 coins
• Hard cap on rarity and weight

Lava Rod (Uncommon)

• Free from Kohana Volcano NPC
• Actually decent for a free rod—use until 100K coins

F-Tier – Never Use These

Starter Rod & Carbon Rod

• Replace within your first 10 minutes of gameplay
• Keeping these equipped is actively harmful to progression

Best Baits in Fish It – Complete Analysis

Choosing the right bait transforms average rods into legendary fishing machines. Here's what I've learned from testing every bait across 1000+ catches:

Top Tier Baits

Aether Bait (Ultimate Choice)

• Cost: 3.7M coins
• Bonuses: +240% Luck, +20% Mutated chance, +20% Shiny fish chance
• When to Use: Server events, mutation hunting, end-game farming
• Return on Investment: Pays for itself within 50 catches during events

Dark Matter Bait (XP Farmer)

• Cost: 630K coins
• Bonuses: +160% Luck, +5% EXP, +10% Shiny fish chance
• When to Use: Leveling up, mid-game progression
• Hidden Benefit: Best for unlocking new fishing areas quickly

Budget Baits

Midnight Bait

• 50K coins
• Use from levels 20-50
• Solid all-around performance

Basic Bait Options

• Worm Bait: Don't bother
• Insect Bait: Skip entirely
• Magnet Bait: Treasure map farming only

Best Enchants Tier List & Combinations

Cursed I and Mutation Hunter II are two of the best enchants available, as they drastically buff the chance of you catching mutated fish. After extensive testing with over 500 Enchant Stones, here's the definitive ranking:

S-Tier Enchants (Must-Have)

Prismatic I

• Rainbow throws reduced from 40x to 30x
• Dramatically increases rare catches
• Works on every rod

Leprechaun II

• +50% Luck
• Single best stat boost in the game
• Priority for Astral and Chrome rods

Cursed I

• Unlock mutation potential
• Mandatory for end-game farming
• Combine with Mutation Hunter II

Empowered I

• +20% Luck, +10% Speed
• Perfect all-around enchant
• Transforms A-tier rods into S-tier performers

A-Tier Enchants (Highly Recommended)

Mutation Hunter II

• Pairs perfectly with Cursed
• Essential for event farming

XPerienced I

• 1.5x EXP per catch
• Rush to level 100 for exclusive areas

Big Hunter I

• +10% bigger fish
• More coins per catch

B-Tier Enchants (Situational)

Reeler I

• +7% reel speed
• Mandatory for slow rods only

Stargazer I

• +60% luck at night
• Powerful but time-restricted

How to Get Enchant Stones Efficiently?

Based on my testing across all fishing locations, here's the optimal farming strategy:

Best Locations

1. Esoteric Depths - Highest drop rate (1 in 800)
2. Tropical Grove - Second best (1 in 1000)
3. Kohana Volcano - Decent rates with valuable fish

Farming Strategy

• Equip your highest luck rod (even if it's not S-tier)
• Use Lucky Potion II (+50% luck for 10 minutes)
• Fish during server events (2x drop rates)
• Target areas with boosted rates (check fishing radar)

Purchase Options

• Regular Enchant Stone: 29 Robux (random enchant)
• Super Enchant Stone: 49 Robux (guaranteed S-tier enchant)
• My Recommendation: Farm naturally unless you're one enchant away from perfection

Optimal Rod Progression Path

After helping dozens of players optimize their progression, here's the most efficient upgrade path:

Early Game (0-500K coins)

1. Start with Toy Rod (free from group)
2. Get Lava Rod from Kohana (free)
3. Save for Damascus Rod (35K)
4. Jump straight to Lucky Rod (150K)

Mid Game (500K-3M coins)

1. Buy Chrome Rod (750K)
2. Enchant with Reeler (critical)
3. Save everything for Astral Rod (1M)
4. Start enchant stone farming

Late Game (3M+ coins)

1. Decide: Angler (8M) or Ghostfinn quest
2. Focus on perfect enchants
3. Stock up on Aether Bait
4. Target mutation events

End Game Optimization

• Multiple specialized rods for different scenarios
• Perfect enchant on each rod
• Coordinate with server events

Advanced Fishing Strategies

Event Optimization

During the recent Shark Week event, I discovered these strategies:

• Stack Ghostfinn + Cursed I + Aether Bait = 80% mutation rate
• Fish only during peak server population (better event spawns)
• Focus on Esoteric Depths during events (highest value fish)

Money-Making Methods

Method 1: Mutation Farming

• Requirements: S-tier rod, Cursed enchant, Aether bait
• Income: 5-10M per hour during events
• Best Location: Lost Isle deep waters

Method 2: Index Completion

• Requirements: Lucky Rod, Leprechaun II
• Income: 2-3M per completed index
• Strategy: Target one island at a time

Method 3: Enchant Stone Flipping

• Fish for stones with max luck setup
• Sell to players for 50-75K each
• Consistent 1-2M daily income

Community Resources & Links

Stay connected with the Fish It community for the latest updates and strategies:

• Join the official Fish It Discord - Get real-time code drops and connect with 50,000+ active fishers
• Check the Fish It Roblox Group - Exclusive group rewards and announcements
• Follow Updates on Reddit (r/FishItRoblox) - Community strategies and discoveries

Active Fish It Codes October 2025

Redeem these codes for free rewards:

• SHARKSSS - 2x Luck II Potions (Latest!)
• MEGA - 2x Luck II Potions
• MUTATE - 1x Mutation Potion

How to Redeem Codes

1. Click the Store icon in-game
2. Scroll to bottom
3. Enter code in text box
4. Click Redeem

Codes expire quickly, so redeem immediately!

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best rod for beginners in Fish It?

Start with the free Toy Rod from joining the Roblox group, then quickly upgrade to the Lava Rod from Kohana Volcano. Save your coins for the Lucky Rod at 150K—it's the best early-game investment that'll accelerate your progression significantly.

Should I buy the Ares Rod or save for Angler?

Skip the Ares Rod entirely. Despite costing 3M coins, the 1M Astral Rod actually outperforms it with proper enchants. Save your coins and go straight from Astral Rod to the 8M Angler—you'll thank yourself later.

How long does the Ghostfinn quest take?

The Ghostfinn quest typically requires 20-30 hours of dedicated grinding, including catching 500 specific fish, completing 10 sub-quests, and defeating the Ghost Leviathan boss. Having the Angler rod cuts this time nearly in half.

Can Chrome Rod compete with S-tier rods?

With perfect enchants (Leprechaun II) and Aether Bait, Chrome Rod can achieve 70% of S-tier performance at 10% of the cost. It's the best budget option for players who want competitive catches without massive grinding.

What's the fastest way to get Enchant Stones?

Fish at Esoteric Depths with your highest luck setup during server events. The drop rate increases from 1 in 1000 to approximately 1 in 400 during 2x events. Alternatively, complete daily quests for guaranteed stones.

Is the 49 Robux Super Enchant Stone worth it?

Only if you're trying to perfect an S-tier rod and have terrible RNG luck. The Super Stone guarantees S-tier enchants, potentially saving 50+ hours of grinding. For most players, farming naturally is more rewarding.

Which enchant combo gives the highest mutation rate?

Cursed I + Mutation Hunter II on any mythic rod yields the highest mutation rates, reaching up to 80% during special events. This combination is essential for farming ultra-rare mutated mythics worth millions.

When should I start using Aether Bait?

Begin using Aether Bait once you own either the Astral Rod or better. The 3.7M investment seems steep, but during mutation events, you can earn 10-20M in a single session with the right setup.

Conclusion

The path to fishing mastery in Fish It isn't just about having the best rod—it's about understanding the synergy between rods, enchants, and baits. While the Ghostfinn and Angler dominate the S-tier, don't overlook the incredible value of the Astral Rod, which can compete with rods three times its price when properly optimized.

My biggest piece of advice? Don't rush straight for the most expensive rod. Focus on building a solid foundation with the Chrome or Astral Rod, perfect your enchants, and learn the best fishing spots. By the time you're ready for S-tier rods, you'll have the knowledge and resources to maximize their potential.

The October 2025 update has made mutation fishing more profitable than ever, so now's the perfect time to upgrade your setup. Whether you're grinding for the Ghostfinn or saving for the Angler, remember that patience and strategy beat blind spending every time.

Happy fishing, and may your nets always be full of mythics!

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