18 best wobblers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

How to choose a catchy wobbler

Wobblers as a class of lures are a very liquid and diverse product, the choice of which (in a general sense) requires compliance with a huge number of subtle aspects. However, along with the selection approach based on the characteristics of the bait itself, there are a number of much more specific (and, in our opinion, more practical) techniques to help you buy the right wobbler for your true needs. As a recommendation, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the main types of fishing fish and their preferences, which have been noted over the years of fishing experience:

1. Pike. A very 'versatile' toothy predator that can be caught with both surface and deep wobblers. The most popular types of lures in this case are minnow fish with different blade configurations, small cranks, and teardrop-shaped fetas.
2. Zander. This predator, as usual, dwells at considerable depths and emerges closer to the surface only for feeding. To attract his attention, it is most advisable to use submersible (sinking) wobblers, showing fast and dynamic play when wiring.
3. Catfish. Large and slow in nature, catfish prefer to lie down at a considerable depth, going out to hunt and swimming closer to the surface only at night. Therefore, to catch them, it is logical to use large deep-water wobblers with powerful tees, for example, trolling ones with large blades for quick penetration.
4. Trout. An active river predator found in fast flowing rivers. It bites mainly in the upper layers of the reservoir, and therefore requires the use of floating subsurface wobblers. These are ideal fish minnows, poppers and a number of small cranks with a stable playing on the fast lead.
5. Chub, ide. Just like trout, these predators are most active in the upper and middle layers of the reservoir, however, in stagnant water or rivers with moderate currents. Lures like cicadas, minnows, poppers and cranks are preferred.
6. Perch. A small active predator is very fond of small wobblers, however, due to the abundance of instinctive bravado, it can rush to a large bait. Indiscriminately bites on minnow, fat, and small swimbaits, but mainly at the top or at a slight depth (as a rule, up to 2 meters).
7. Asp. A cautious and prudent predator that requires a natural appearance and natural movement from the bait. Shows activity at the very top or at shallow depths (up to 1 meter). Due to individual preferences, it bites mainly on the minnow.

Rating of the best wobblers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best universal wobblers	1	ZipBaits Orbit 110 SP	RUB 1,050
	2	O.S.P VARUNA 110 SP	1 223 RUB
	3	Imakatsu Riprizer	RUB 1,490
	4	Megabass Vision OneTen	1 390 rub.
	5	Rapala X-RAP MAGNUM XRMAG30	577 r
	6	Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 44S	320 RUB
The best wobblers for twitching	1	ZipBaits Orbit 80 SP \ SR	904 RUB
	2	Yo-Zuri Hardcore Jerkbait 90	RUB 350
	3	Megabass Vision 95	RUB 907
	4	Lucky John Basara 90	596 r
	5	Rapala X-Rap 100	RUB 350
	6	Smith jib 90 f	1 290 rub.
The best wobblers for trolling	1	Rapala tail dancer	RUB 550
	2	Bandit walleye deep	540 RUB
	3	Rapala CountDown Magnum	640 RUB
	4	Halco sorcerer	622 RUB
	5	Salmo Hornet F 04	369 r
	6	Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow DD	RUB 590

The best universal wobblers

ZipBaits Orbit 110 SP

Rating: 4.9

The extremely expensive and catchy wobbler from ZipBaits was developed with an emphasis on professional anglers, and clearly did not strive to go out to the masses. The 11-centimeter suspender is made in almost the same style as the previously considered VARUNA 110 SP, however, by the will of subtle differences, it has become more preferred by the inhabitants of domestic reservoirs. In particular, pike and asp, which live very close to its nominal working horizon (0.8-1.5 meters), show the greatest interest in it. The pike perch also does not hesitate to emerge from the depths, which is impressed by the size of potential prey and a passively relaxed game that gives out a fry that is completely unprepared for a stressful life.

Consumer reviews have long predicted the glory of one of the most successful universal wobblers that came to the Russian market from Japan for the ZipBaits Orbit 110 SP wobbler. Despite its high cost, it has become the basic element of the collection of many experienced anglers, and is no less often found on spinning rods for beginner anglers.

Advantages

• widespread among the entire fishing audience (beginners, amateurs and professionals);

• excellent catchability with any technique;

• huge variability of coloring;

• a luring and distinct game, provoking a predator to a quick attack;

• very high quality exterior finish;

• the presence of a long-distance casting system (with a weight of 16.5 grams);

disadvantages

• extremely high price.

O.S.P VARUNA 110 SP

Rating: 4.9

Another representative of the Japanese side of the developers, officially released in 2015, was awarded the ranking. The VARUNA 110 SP suspension has taken an intermediate position in the line between RUDRA (13 centimeters long) and ASURA (9.3 centimeters), and combines the characteristic features of both catchy wobblers. При забросе модель погружается на глубину до 2 метров, которая является номинальной рабочей позицией (при равномерной и stop&go проводках). For deeper depths (up to about 3 meters), anglers just need to use the twitching technique, to which the small minnow also responds very correctly.

Despite the fact that the dead weight of the O.S.P VARUNA 110 SP wobbler (16 grams) is quite suitable for making casts of a decent range, it has a floating balance system. Three tungsten balls moving along a rail add inertia to the wobbler at the moment of flight. As is the case with its main competitors, the only weak point of this lure was the high price, cutting off the frugal and novice anglers from the target audience.

Advantages

• high-quality performance of the balancing mechanism and external part;

• addictive game that can 'stir up' a sedentary fish;

• optimal penetration for catching all popular river predators;

• high-quality, tenacious fittings;

• the presence of a noise chamber built into the body of the fish;

disadvantages

• high price.

Imakatsu Riprizer

Rating: 4.8

An infrequent 'guest' of various thematic ratings takes a very advantageous position today. Imakatsu Riprizer, as a whole series of different-colored lures, came to the market for a long time, but it has become widespread among domestic anglers only in the last couple of years. It is presented only in floating and neutral models, each of which is made in standard sizes 60, 90, 110 and 130 millimeters. According to the manufacturer, all of them are amazingly suitable for casting and twitching – on other types of wiring, supposedly, the results will be much worse. Nevertheless, consumers managed to refute the words of the PR department of Imakatsu three times, giving out a real class when fishing with a jig, as well as with uniform, smooth wiring.

Objectively, the Riprizer wobbler in all its variety has no serious drawbacks. Some of the users are inclined to complain that the SP-versions are much inferior to the ascent rate and overall speed of the F-type wobblers, someone, on the contrary, says that everything is perfect in it. One way or another, all opinions agree on one thing: the bait is worthy of getting into the general top.

Advantages

• a wide range of standard sizes and color variations;

• the ability to work on rivers with a fast flow;

• the game typical of the classic minnow fish;

disadvantages

• not found.

Megabass Vision OneTen

Rating: 4.7

Megabass Vision OneTen is that rare representative of wobblers, customization of which is made by adding holography inside the polymer body. In the water, this design looks much more natural, so the fish does not cause instinctive echoes of suspicion among predators. It is supplied to the market in a single version of a standard size with a body length of 11 centimeters and a weight of 14 grams, which somewhat constrains anglers within the limited choice only in color. The model works mainly in the upper layers of water (0.5-1 meter), where it successfully catches asp, pike and large perch.

In view of the fact that the Vision OneTen wobbler was developed by the Japanese specifically for catching bass, the high efficiency of catching a river predator has become a pleasant addition to its nominal purpose. To the great regret of some users, its price is too high, but the number of advantages obtained with a wobbler fully pays for the high demands of distributors.

Advantages

• optimal size of the bait for catching large and small predators;

• the presence of holography, which adds realism to the fish;

• consistently attractive game with any type of wiring;

• an abundance of color schemes;

disadvantages

• high price;

• striking resemblance to conventional Megabass OneTen (no Vision tagging).

Rapala X-RAP MAGNUM XRMAG30

Rating: 4.7

One of the many representatives of the Rapala company, the absolute versatility of which was indicated a decade ago. Deep-sea minnow MAGNUM XRMAG30 is mainly used for trolling fishing, but it also welcomes much lighter postings such as jigging, twitching and very calm, even guidance. With a length of 16 centimeters, its weight is a whopping 72 grams – with such indicators, the wobbler does not need a long-distance casting system at all.

According to consumers, the dexterous qualities of the Rapala X-RAP MAGNUM XRMAG30 wobbler are manifested already during the first fishing trip. Even at first, the probability of taking several trophy predators is very high, which is greatly facilitated by the horizon of its deepening (from 4.5 to 9 meters). The only obstacle on the way to buying this wonderful wobbler can be the price. However, in this particular case, it is more than justified by its colossal effectiveness.

Advantages

• high catchability from the first minutes of fishing;
• the possibility of using it as a reconnaissance bait;

• about 14 color options;

• beautiful external design that does not go beyond the classic shape of the minnow fish.

disadvantages

• high price.

Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 44S

Rating: 4.6

The versatility of the Yo-Zuri L-Minnow 44S wobbler has long been noted by real professionals from fishing, so it simply could not get into any other category of the rating. При не самой высокой цене потребитель может получить компактную приманку, пригодную и для джига, и для твичинга, и для равномерной проводки, и даже для работы в режиме stop&go. The finish of the model is qualitatively different from the overwhelming mass of consumer goods, the cost of which often exceeds its nominal price. The classic minnow has a carefully drawn body, ranging from the smallest scales at the base of the tail to arcs at the head.

The overall dimensions also speak in favor of the versatility of the L-Minnow 44S wobbler. With a body length of 4.4 centimeters, the weight of the wobbler is 5 grams, but, alas, long-distance casting possibilities are not provided here. But the little fish has more than enough controllability: it is very easy to control it when bending around snags, grass thickets and other obstacles on the water.

Advantages

• realistic performance;

• excellent handling on the water;

• optimal dimensions, allowing you to catch small (perch) and large (pike, asp) predators;

• mimicry of the game for different types of wiring;

disadvantages

• the casting range is limited by the fish's own static mass.

The best wobblers for twitching

ZipBaits Orbit 80 SP \ SR

Rating: 4.9

A very expensive and very catchy wobbler Zip Baits Orbit 80 SP \ SR was developed specifically for bass fishing, but in modern realities it has turned into a real 'monster' of river twitching fishing. Its trophies are often pike, pike perch, asp, large perch and, according to some anglers, salmon on fast-flowing rivers. With a length of 8 centimeters, its weight is 8.5 grams, which, in the presence of a floating balance bar, gives the wobbler a predisposition to making long-range throws.

In addition to the floating tungsten balancer Zip Baits Orbit 80 SP \ SR has a cylindrical brass weight in the head part. When navigating, this weight deviates from the center position and forces the fish to make vertical nods. The main disadvantage of this wobbler can be considered an extremely high price, which automatically cuts off the audience of newbies from the mass of potential buyers.

Advantages

• the presence of two loading balancers in the body of the fish (tungsten central and brass head);

• an abundance of color options;

• redesigned form to provide a more interesting game;

• the presence of a long-distance casting system;

disadvantages

• extremely high price.

Yo-Zuri Hardcore Jerkbait 90

Rating: 4.8

To match the Megabass Vision 95, the next contender of the rating is the modified minnow from the Yo-Zuri company, which took on even more point shape adjustments. The dorsal part underwent a build-up of a large hump, which is why the shape of the fish began to remotely resemble a boomerang. The abdominal part received a wavy shape, designed to give the wobbler swinging in the vertical direction.

Despite the deliberately low weight (7.5 grams with a length of 9 centimeters), the Hardcore Jerkbait 90 wobbler has a long-distance casting system, made according to the manufacturer's patented technology. In general, the principle of operation of Magnetic Weight Transfer is no different from a number of other floating balancers. When casting, ball-shaped sinkers are displaced along the guide towards the tail, stabilizing immediately after the bait is immersed in the water. Of the other features of the model, it is worth noting the presence of a rattle: not a new, but always effective element of attraction. Such a miracle is relatively expensive, but at one glance at the profile and finish of the body, you simply stop paying attention to it.

Advantages

• high efficiency when catching river predator;

• very hooked fittings;

• the presence of a long-distance magnetic system;

• multi-component painting and realistic texture of the body;

• sharpening of the game for jig and twitching;

disadvantages

• quite high cost.

Megabass Vision 95

Rating: 4.8

Minnow Megabass Vision 95 deviates somewhat from the canons of the classical form, having a pronounced hump in the dorsal part of the body and a slight concavity in the abdomen. As the manufacturer himself explained, such point changes are one of the components of an expressive, extremely attractive wobbler game, provoking a predator to an instant attack. In turn, the second component was the rejection of the floating balancer and its replacement with a static cylindrical pin, shifted closer to the tail. This arrangement of the load somewhat worsened the condition of the casts, however, it significantly altered the movement of the bait in the water column, adding amplitude swaying of the carefree fry to it.

The fishing depth of the Megabass Vision 95 wobbler does not spoil the user with variability, although it has a couple of other significant advantages. Being within 0.8-1 meters below the surface of the water, the wobbler lures the predator almost to the very top, so the user only has to competently make a sweep and drag the prey to the side of the boat (or the shore).

Advantages

• expressive play, forcing the predator to float closer to the surface layers of water;

• predisposition to casting and twitching;

• modified minnow fish profile, adding freshness and innovation to the series;

• redesigned balancing design;

disadvantages

• high price.

Lucky John Basara 90

Rating: 4.7

The modified series of Basara 90 wobblers from Lucky John was among the nominees for the most prestigious awards no less than Rapala X-Rap, for which it naturally entered the rating of the best wobblers in terms of twitching. Almost any river predator can become a prey for this bait, if it dares to encroach on the 'life' of plastic fry. Two separate lines of the same series – 90F and 90SP – show excellent catchability of the rather rare bersh and sabrefish, as well as the common but always desired pike.

With a body length of 9 centimeters, Lucky John Basara 90 wobblers have a weight within 10.5 grams and a movable balancer, which makes them possible to cast them over long distances. According to numerous consumers, this lure is one of the best for jerk fishing (including aggressive), available for purchase in its own collection, even for thrifty anglers.

Advantages

• the presence of a long-distance casting system;

• attractive high-frequency play reminiscent of fish yaw;

• an abundance of colors (both standard and provocative);

• predisposition to catching rare predators: bersh and sabrefish;

disadvantages

• not found.

Rapala X-Rap 100

Rating: 4.6

More than once nominated representative of the Finnish company, which is the result of a qualitative evolution of the classic series for catching predators in huge quantities. X-Rap 100 is a ten centimeter minnow with refined body lines and realistic texture, complemented by the presence of 3D eyes. Not a single predator can resist its external data, however, in a school of fry (with a neutral color), the wobbler does not need to merge with the total mass. The attractive image of the fish is complemented by a bright red front sight located on the tail hook and visually increasing the size of the model.

Working on a depth horizon from 0.9 to 2.4 meters, the Rapala X-Rap 100 wobbler does an excellent job of catching a large predator, which is a toothed pike, pike perch, trout and salmon (when it comes to fishing in the current), as well as infrequent an inhabitant of domestic reservoirs – tarpon. An additional alluring effect in the model is the rattle, without which, according to experts, the wobbler would not have been able to win half of its current achievements.

Advantages

• excellent balancing of a streamlined, torpedo-shaped body;

• the ability to fish both in the current and in still water;

• great combination of design parameters for twitching;

• realistic body performance;

• optimal depth range;

disadvantages

• not found.

Smith jib 90 f

Rating: 4.5

The classic minnow Smith Jib 90 F is one of the most suitable lures for aggressive twitching, widely available in the retail fishing network of our country. Thanks to the original balancing system, this model has a wobbly game, reminiscent of a fish rolling from side to side. Such movements bribe the vigilant predator, indicating the momentary vulnerability of the little bait. Coupled with fairly decent dimensions (9 centimeters in length and 6.7 grams), such movements make the wobbler very remarkable even in a school of fry.

Consumer reviews indicate a good catching power of the Smith Jib 90 F wobbler on stagnant rivers. Working at a depth of up to 0.5 meters, the wobbler literally makes the predators float to the surface, where it quickly pulls them out one by one. The most frequent guests on the hook are pike, as well as pike perch, chub chub and large ide.

Advantages

• attractive game, complemented by sound effects;

• realistic body texture + 3D eyes;

• flexibility for different types of transactions;

• dimensions that allow you to catch both large fish and small predators;

disadvantages

• extremely high price.

The best wobblers for trolling

Rapala tail dancer

Rating: 4.9

The Rapala Tail Dancer wobbler also achieved great success in the field of fishing, for which it naturally got into the rating of the best. Its peculiarity lies in the vigilant and long work of engineers to create a special, not borrowed by anyone, the shape of the fish's body. In the common people, the Finnish bait has received the nickname 'banana' for the great similarity of the profile with this fruit. However, the initial comic attitude quickly changes into pleasant surprise and pride in the choice, since the fish demonstrates stable productivity from the very first use in fishing.

According to consumers, the Rapala Tail Dancer is very beneficial to use as a punching wobbler. Regardless of the standard size (and there are three of them in the series: 5, 7 and 9 centimeters), the fish shows an equally attractive game, complemented by a strong noise effect from a rattle embedded inside its plastic body.

Advantages

• attractive price;

• a good range of sizes and colors;

• the presence of a huge blade for instant penetration;

• precise balancing allowing for long casts;

• original shape, causing a strong wagging of the tail;

disadvantages

• not found.

Bandit walleye deep

Rating: 4.8

A true trolling 'fighter' was included in our rating for the close combination of canons and bold design solutions from Bandit. It is a classic minnow with a body length of 12 centimeters and a weight of 17.5 grams. It has excellent penetration characteristics, sinking (in some cases) to an actual depth of 10 meters, where it effectively catches large and sedentary predators.

The texture of the body of Bandit Walleye Deep is at the mercy of accurate drawing, and of the additional decorative elements, only 3D eyes were added to the wobbler. To the standard arrangement of tees, another one was added, the tail one, largely due to the increased length of the model. According to users, the bait fully meets the expectations, and shows excellent catchability when challenging trolling. At present, the price of the model has dropped significantly, which automatically raised it to the rank of the best wobblers not only in a single category, but also in the whole segment.

Advantages

• a wide range of colors sharpened for deep-sea fishing;

• mimicry of the game when using various postings;

• realistic drawing of the body, the presence of 3D eyes;

• optimal overall dimensions, guaranteeing accurate and long casts;

disadvantages

• not found.

Rapala CountDown Magnum

Rating: 4.8

One of the two Rapala representatives in the category of the best trolling wobblers, the rate was made on the maximum realistic appearance. Actually, the producers succeeded in justifying the rate – with complete 'disarmament' it will be almost impossible to distinguish a fish in a school of live fry. The key role in this transformation was played by the texture of the body, carefully traced to the smallest scales and lines of the head. Secondly, it was possible to beautifully beat the realism due to the selected colors.

As for the overall dimensions, there are five of them in the CountDown Magnum series. The largest wobbler, CDMAG18, has an 18-centimeter body weighing 70 grams, and is mainly used for aggressive trolling at sea. The rest of the options (with a body length from 7 to 14 centimeters and weighing from 12 to 36 grams) are ideal for river battles, in which catfish, pike and pike perch are most often used.

Advantages

• excellent drawing of the body;

• the presence of realistic and provocative colors in the series;

• the ability to work at a depth of 2.7 to 5.4 meters;

• high reliability of the case;

disadvantages

• high cost even in the smallest version (CDMAG07).

Halco sorcerer

Rating: 4.7

While the Bandit Walleye Deep was nominated for its close association with minnow fishmaking canons, Halco Sorcerer, by contrast, is ranked due to a pinpoint violation of long-established rules. The geometrically correct minnow-shaped body was mercilessly bent in the front part, somewhat unusual for the eyes and for the perception of a predator. In order to emphasize the glaring incorrectness, provocative colors were added to the neutral colors, making the wobbler just an ideal target for attack.

Halco Sorcerer currently offers anglers only two options for the dimensions of the wobbler: 12.5 and 15 centimeters with a mass of 20 and 30 grams, respectively. In the recent past, there were five such options, but smaller models dropped out and remained on the market only in single copies, which, of course, cannot be considered for full-fledged availability.

Advantages

• versatility in terms of fish (from pike and chub to taimen and asp);

• the ability to work at a depth of 8+ meters;

• an excellent combination of shape with the proposed colors;

• the presence of noise accompaniment from a rattle;

disadvantages

• lack of small series models on the market (from 5.2 to 9 centimeters).

Salmo Hornet F 04

Rating: 4.6

The only crank among the variety of minnows that has been ranked among the best wobblers for trolling. Wobbler Salmo Hornet F 04 is a line of small fish with a characteristic hump in the back, the length and weight of which are 4 centimeters and 3 grams, respectively. The most advantageous characteristic of this model is its dynamic and fast penetration, the value of which can reach from 1.5 to 3.1 meters. For such a small fish, this is an excellent result. But the casting characteristics of the Salmo Hornet F 04 came out, to put it mildly, not very well. When you try to throw the wobbler away, it will inevitably be blown away by the first gust of wind.

Consumer reviews indicate a stable expression of interest in the fish from the predator, which allows it to be used as a reconnaissance bait. With a stable high-frequency game, in an instant, it gathers assorted prey around itself, for which it receives the widest distribution among all fishing fans.

Advantages

• equally intense play with different types of wiring;

• acceptable cost;

• a large blade that allows you to avoid snagging in snags and grass;

• optimal burial horizon;

disadvantages

• bad flight data.

Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow DD

Rating: 4.6

The mega-catchy Crystal Minnow DD series from Yo-Zuri could not stand aside either. These deep-sea minnows are in the prime of their popularity, which is largely responsible for their widespread prevalence in the domestic market. The Deep Diver range consists of 5 different series, combined into two building blocks. One of them contains lures F1013 and F1012, the body length of which is 13 and 11 centimeters, respectively. The other block houses the R-series models – from 538 to 540. Their overall dimensions are made to match the F-cam, but with an important design difference. In hopes of creating something versatile within a single lineup, Yo-Zuri endowed the first block (F-series) with the iconic minnow shape. The second, as a derivative of the classics, received changes such as an increase in the sag of the fish in the back, as well as a flattening of the side surfaces.

According to users, this approach to production has borne fruit: with minor point changes, the behavior of fish in the water changes radically, which gives the entire Crystal Minnow DD series of versatility unattainable by competitors.

Advantages

• a wide variety of models by standard size and color options;

• reliable construction of the body of the fish;

• the ability to work at different depths (within the same ruler);

• good casting range;

disadvantages

• high cost for a range of products.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.