G. Loomis GLX Spinning Rod 7'1" Medium 852S JWR

Is the 852s GLX worth the money? I fish once to twice a week on the Kayak or on my boat. I fish whacky worm, ned rig, and tiny child rig a ton. Everything I watch and read says Glommis 852 GLX or NRX is a must-have. But
would and Xpride or a Cashion be a better value for me who fishes 4-8 times a month.