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Sonik Xtractor+ Landing Net
42in telescopic carp landing net
A proper carp net with a clever telescopic handle, soft mesh and enough reach for awkward margins. Handy kit for mobile anglers and cramped swims.
- 42-inch (107cm) landing-net head with a 95cm net depth.
- Two-piece telescopic handle adjusts from 1.20m to 1.80m.
- Stiff carbon handle and net arms with a forged aluminium spreader block.
- Super-soft mesh base, free-flowing hexmesh sides and reinforced mesh stitching.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Sonik Xtractor+ Landing Net, manufacturer code CC0016, with its 42-inch head and adjustable two-piece handle.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A capable, well-thought-out carp net with useful adjustment and fish-friendly mesh, held back slightly by its weight and packed length.
- Product Quality9/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.1/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Carp anglers fishing tight, awkward or overgrown swims. The shorter handle setting is easier to manoeuvre in cramped spots, while the longer setting gives extra reach when a fish drifts away from the edge.
- Mobile anglers who want one net for different venues. The telescopic design makes the net more adaptable when you’re moving between margins, open water and snaggy corners.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers chasing the lightest possible setup. At 1,500g, it brings a bit more heft than a stripped-back specialist net.
- Anyone with very limited storage space. The 1.27m transport length is manageable, but it’s not a tiny net once packed down.
The lowdown
Introducing the Sonik Xtractor+ Landing Net
A proper carp net with a clever telescopic handle, soft mesh and enough reach for awkward margins. Handy kit for mobile anglers and cramped swims.
- 42-inch (107cm) landing-net head with a 95cm net depth.
- Two-piece telescopic handle adjusts from 1.20m to 1.80m.
- Stiff carbon handle and net arms with a forged aluminium spreader block.
- Super-soft mesh base, free-flowing hexmesh sides and reinforced mesh stitching.
Quick verdict
Verdict
The Sonik Xtractor+ Landing Net is a cracking bit of carp kit for anglers who want a full-size 42-inch head without lugging a fixed-length handle around. The telescopic 1.20m-to-1.80m handle is the big draw, especially when swims are tight or you’re moving between spots.
Soft mesh, a deep 95cm net and a stiff carbon handle give it the right ingredients for safe, controlled netting. It’s not the lightest landing net around, and the 1.27m transport length still needs a bit of space, but it looks a bob-on all-rounder for modern carp fishing.
A capable, well-thought-out carp net with useful adjustment and fish-friendly mesh, held back slightly by its weight and packed length.
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.1/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
Carbon components, a forged aluminium spreader block and reinforced mesh give it a reassuringly solid build.
The stiff handle, deep net and adjustable reach should make final-stage fish control straightforward across varied swims.
The soft base, free-flowing sides and 95cm depth support safer, calmer fish handling once the carp is in the net.
The telescopic adjustment and skeleton spreader-block design cut down the faff, especially in cramped swims.
It offers useful features and proper carp-friendly construction, although the weight means it isn’t the most minimal option.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Sonik Xtractor+ Landing Net
A landing net only gets a few seconds in the spotlight, but blimey, those seconds matter. One minute the rods are off and you’re steering a proper lump towards the edge. Next, you’re trying to get the mesh under it without clattering the spreader block, catching a fin or running out of reach. The Sonik Xtractor+ is built to make that bit a touch less frantic.
The headline feature is the two-piece telescopic handle. It adjusts from 1.20m to 1.80m, so you can set it short when you’re fishing tight margins or a little jungle of reeds, then extend it when a fish kites away from the bank. That flexibility is dead handy on venues where every swim seems to have a different shape.
You get a proper 42-inch head, measuring 107cm. That’s the sort of size carp anglers generally want when a good fish is sulking just under the surface. There’s enough room to guide the fish in rather than trying to scoop it with a tiny net and hoping for the best. Keep the net low, stay calm and let the fish come to you, mate.
The 95cm depth is another useful touch. A deeper net gives you a bit more room once the fish is inside, especially if it has a last-minute wobble at the edge. Don’t use that depth as an excuse to drag a carp around in the water, though. Support the net, keep the fish wet and get it onto the mat in one smooth move.
Mesh choice matters more than flashy looks, and Sonik has gone down the sensible route here. The sides use free-flowing hexmesh, while the base is super soft. That combination should help the net move through the water without feeling like you’re pushing a tea towel, while keeping the fish’s fins and scales treated with care.
The mesh stitching is reinforced too, which is reassuring when you’re repeatedly netting bigger fish or working around weed. There’s still no substitute for checking the mesh before every session. A little nick can become a proper headache when a stunner is sitting in the cord and you’ve got a queue of anglers offering advice from the next swim.
The handle and arms are made stiff, with carbon used in the handle. That rigidity is important. A floppy handle makes it harder to steer the head, particularly when a fish turns sideways in the margins. The forged aluminium spreader block should add a solid connection, while its skeleton design helps you get the arms inserted without a load of faff.
There’s a stainless-steel stud with a standard 3/8-inch thread, so the net plays nicely with common banksticks and accessories. The pointed anti-twist butt cap is a small but useful bank detail, helping the handle bite into soft ground rather than spinning about when you’re setting up. The anodised, laser-etched finish adds a neat touch without getting too showy.
Packed down, the handle is 1.27m, or 44 inches, and the listed weight is 1,500g. That’s not featherweight territory, so long walks with a barrow or a compact setup may make you notice it. Still, for a full-size carp net with a deep mesh and adjustable handle, the trade-off is understandable. Overall, it’s a practical bit of kit aimed at proper day-to-day bank work rather than shelf decoration.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Head size
- 42 inches / 107cm
- Handle
- Two-piece telescopic carbon handle
- Handle adjustment
- 1.20m to 1.80m
- Transport length
- 1.27m / 44 inches
- Net depth
- 95cm
- Weight
- 1,500g
Specs checked with Sonik, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The angle
This net is all about making the awkward bit of a capture less of a faff. The adjustable handle gives you a shorter setup for close-in margin work, then more reach when a fish kites away from the bank.
The net head has the proper carp-friendly details too: free-flowing hexmesh sides, a super-soft base and reinforced stitching. That means less snagging and kinder fish handling when a lump rolls into the cord.
What you’re buying
A full-size net with a handy bit of adjustment
The Xtractor+ combines a 42-inch head with a two-piece telescopic carbon handle. At 1.20m it’s easier to control in close quarters; at 1.80m it gives you more reach when the bank is high, the margins are awkward or a fish drifts away from the edge.
The forged aluminium spreader block uses a skeleton design to help with arm insertion. Add the stiff carbon handle and arms, plus the standard 3/8-inch stainless-steel stud, and it’s set up for straightforward carp fishing rather than fiddly one-off use.
Worth knowing. The 1.27m transport length is the main compromise. It’s telescopic, but not tiny. Check your rod holdall or net sleeve setup before a long walk with a fully loaded barrow.
On the bank
A good fit for varied swims
This makes most sense for anglers fishing different types of swim. Use the shorter setting for margin bites and snaggy edges, then extend the handle when you need to reach over a shelf or keep clear of a steep bank.
The deep 95cm net and soft base suit carp work, particularly when you’re dealing with a larger fish that needs space to settle. Keep the mesh submerged, guide the carp over the spreader block and lift smoothly rather than trying to hoist the fish from distance.
It’ll also appeal to mobile anglers who don’t want separate nets for different venues. The only people likely to grumble are the ultra-weight-conscious, as 1,500g is a fair bit to carry when every gram matters.
Quick answers
The bits anglers usually want to know
The head measures 42 inches, or 107cm, and the net is 95cm deep. That gives a useful amount of room for carp without going into silly, unwieldy territory.
The handle adjusts between 1.20m and 1.80m. Fully packed, the handle measures 1.27m, listed as 44 inches, so it still needs a proper home in your luggage.
The net uses free-flowing hexmesh sides, a super-soft mesh base and reinforced stitching. The spreader block has a standard 3/8-inch thread, and the pointed anti-twist butt cap helps stop the handle wandering when planted in the ground.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Adjustable handle is dead handy in tight swims and around the margins.
- Deep, soft mesh gives a good safety net for bigger carp.
- Stiff carbon handle and arms help keep control during the final few seconds.
- Skeleton spreader-block design makes inserting the arms straightforward.
- Standard 3/8-inch thread suits common banksticks and accessories.
Worth knowing
- At 1,500g, it’s not the lightest net you’ll be carrying on a long walk.
- The 1.27m transport length is still fairly substantial for compact luggage.
- A telescopic handle needs keeping clean and properly locked to avoid unnecessary faff.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01How long is the Sonik Xtractor+ handle?
How long is the Sonik Xtractor+ handle?
It adjusts from 1.20m to 1.80m, giving you a shorter option for close-in netting and extra reach when the swim demands it.
02What size head does it have?
What size head does it have?
The net has a 42-inch head, measuring 107cm, with a 95cm depth.
03Is the mesh suitable for carp?
Is the mesh suitable for carp?
Yes. It has free-flowing hexmesh sides, a super-soft mesh base and reinforced stitching, giving you a deep, fish-friendly net for controlled landing and unhooking.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are adjustable handle is dead handy in tight swims and around the margins. and deep, soft mesh gives a good safety net for bigger carp.; the main trade-off is at 1,500g, it’s not the lightest net you’ll be carrying on a long walk..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Adjustable handle is dead handy in tight swims and around the margins.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Carp anglers fishing tight, awkward or overgrown swims: The shorter handle setting is easier to manoeuvre in cramped spots, while the longer setting gives extra reach when a fish drifts away from the edge.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “At 1,500g, it’s not the lightest net you’ll be carrying on a long walk.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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