Okay, let's talk about this Frabill bait station that's been my fishing sidekick for months now. First off – the insulation is LEGIT. My minnows stayed perky for 14+ hours in 90°F heat, which is basically witchcraft. The dual-speed aerator? Chef's kiss when it works (more on that later).

PROS:

- Battery life is insane – same D-cells lasted 3 full trips

- That non-slip bottom saved my kayak from becoming a bait soup disaster

- Feels like it could survive being run over by a truck (tested accidentally... don't ask)

CONS:

- Changing batteries requires solving a Rubik's cube puzzle WITH BAIT INSIDE

- Aerator died after 2 months (Frabill's warranty response: *crickets*)

- 13 quarts is perfect for kayaks but tight for bigger bait hauls

Final verdict? 4/5 stars – loses one for the aerator reliability. Would I buy again? Yeah... but maybe with a backup pump just in case.