Onyx 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life
Jacket Universal, Red
Price as of 2026-06-05. Check Amazon for the current price.
Quick Decision
Price Intelligence
Currently $27.15 — the 90-day average is $25.80.
All-time low: $16.10 on Thu Jul 24 (from 182 price checks).
Is This Right For You?
- •Budget-conscious shoppers — priced below 98% of Life Jackets
- •Top 1% bestseller in Life Jackets — proven market demand
- •Onyx loyalists — the brand spans 23 products in our database
- •Rating sits in the bottom 19% of Life Jackets — higher-rated options exist
- •O'NEILL Men's Superlite USCG Life Vest — higher rated at 4.7/5 ($45)
📊 Based on data analysis of 53 products in this category.
Mubboo Score: A+
How It Compares
This Product Onyx 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life | Most Popular O'NEILL Men's Superlite USCG Life Vest | Best Rated Onyx U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada Approved | Best Value SportsStuff Sportstuff Stars & Stripes Life Jacket | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $27.15 | $44.66 | $57.71 | $29.30 |
| Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.7/5 | 4.7/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Reviews | 4,383 | 13,888 | 3,710 | 4,531 |
| Mubboo Score | A+ | A+ | A- | A+ |
Quick Specs
- Size
- One Size
- Color
- Red
- Fit Type
- Universal
- Material
- Nylon, Poly-twill
- Strap Type
- Adjustable
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Item Weight
- 0.95 Pounds
- Closure Type
- Buckle
What People Say
Synthesized from 40 reviews · 100% verified purchases.
Check sizing carefully—these vests often run small and have a short cut. If you are near the weight limit, size up, especially for kids transitioning from youth to adult sizes.
- Lightweight and non-restrictive design
- Comfortable and adjustable fit
- USCG approved / safety assurance
- Durable and well-made construction
- Bright colors for visibility
- Sizing runs small or tight
- Short cut rides high on torso
- Limited size overlap between youth and adult
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Key Features
- ✦Adjustable belts and chest strap to keep vest from riding up
- ✦Lightweight durable flotation foam
- ✦Large armholes for comfort
- ✦Open-sided styling
- ✦Bright colors to add visibility on the water
Source: product listing on Amazon.
About Onyx
- 23 products in our database
- Average rating: 4.6/5 across all products
- Price range: $12.29 – $120.87
- Categories: boating-and-sailing, Life Jackets
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Bottom Line
Onyx 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life earns Mubboo Score A+. At $27 it's above the 90-day average of $26 — waiting for a dip may pay off. Rated 4.4/5 from 4,383+ reviews. Strong buy if: budget-conscious shoppers, top 1% bestseller in life jackets. Skip if: rating sits in the bottom 19% of life jackets — O'NEILL Men's Superlite USCG Life Vest (Score A+, $45) may fit better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Onyx 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life worth buying in 2026?
It earns a Mubboo Score of A+, with a 4.4/5 rating from 4,383 reviews — better than 19% of Life Jackets we track.
How much does the Onyx 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life cost?
It is currently $27.15. The 90-day average is $25.80 and the all-time low we recorded is $16.10.
How does the 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life compare to other Life Jackets?
The category's most-reviewed alternative is the O'NEILL Men's Superlite USCG Life Vest (4.7/5, 13,888 reviews, $44.66). The 103000-100-004-12 General Purpose Boating Life carries a Mubboo Score of A+ vs A+.
Sources & References
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