How it works
Methodology
Learn how rod recommendations are calculated and what the dates and labels mean before choosing your next upgrade.
Rod Score
The planner ranks coin rods that score above your current rod, then chooses the highest score you can afford. If none fit, it shows the cheapest higher-scoring coin rod as a saving target. If none beat your current rod, it keeps your current rod. Budget selects eligible rods; it is not part of the score. Location provides separate dated route guidance and does not change the ranking.
round(luck × luck weight + speed × speed weight + √max kg × capacity weight × 12 + tier bonus)
| Goal | Luck weight | Speed weight | Capacity weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| coins | 0.35 | 2.1 | 0.018 |
| index | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.02 |
| rare | 1.7 | 0.55 | 0.018 |
| heavy | 0.65 | 0.35 | 0.06 |
| balanced | 1 | 1 | 0.03 |
Tier bonuses are S+ 34, S 22, A 10, B 3 and otherwise 0. These weights are editorial choices, not measured catch odds, coins per hour or a guarantee of catching a particular fish. The separate tier list adds 8 points for coin rods to reflect access; it is a general comparison rather than your budget-specific recommendation.
Reading Dates and Labels
Dated reference means the information was checked against the listed source on its displayed date; it does not confirm today's stats. Estimate means a value is approximate. May change highlights items that can change quickly after events or game updates. Check the in-game shop or quest details before spending coins or materials.
When To Use The Score
Use the score to compare normal coin upgrades. For quest, event, or gamepass rods, compare the table notes with what you can actually unlock in your own run.