Best Sub $200 Baitcaster 2025
zackb14 reply :
I just put in an order for a new Abu Garcia Veritas and now need a reel for it. I like what I am seeing for the Revo SX and then a friend is really pushing the Shimano Curado. What do you guys think?
Thanks for the help,
Zack Baker
Rich Tehan reply :
you can get a revo stx on ebay for < $160, curados even less, both are very good reels
deep reply :
IIRC, a Revo Premier sold for less than $140 on ebay a few days ago.
American Bass Outlet currently has some fantastic deals on several Revos and Curados as well.
central.PA.bass reply :
Definitely the REVO STX.. The best reel made IMHO
BASSclary reply :
Daiwa Advantage HSTA Super Tuned. 8-)
You can thank me later, lol
Quillback reply :
You can get a Revo Premier for under $200 on fleabay.
zero limit reply :
curado dshv can be had for 100.00-110.00 exeleclent reel for the price
zackb14 reply :
What about the Caenan, has anyone tried that yet?
central.PA.bass reply :
i'd go with the Orra SX before the Caenan...
David P reply :
Revo STX!
0119 reply :
Go with your first idea. The SX is a fine reel. I like it much better than the Curado. The Caenan is an interesting idea, the Graphite frame wouldnt bother me near as much as those stupid foam grips. Take it from somebody who got one of the first CI4's, they dont last.
Lund Explorer reply :
I don't care if you get a Revo or a Curado, but you will be wasting money if you don't look at Bass Tackle Outlet:
http://www.americanbassoutlet.com/
Revo's are priced $30 under what most other places charge. I bought two Curados a week or so ago and saved $72! Shipping costs only $4 per/order.
A guy would have to be crazy not to check out this BR sponsor. 
R520dvx reply :
Check out the new Lew's Tournament Speed Spool ..... $149 and would be my choice over anything suggested above.
jeb2 reply :
QuoteYou can get a Revo Premier for under $200 on fleabay.
That's the way I'd go, too. Just like the STX, only 2 ounces lighter. I have an SX and 4 of the Premier's, all the latest versions. Nothing wrong with the SX, but it is a bit over priced compared to stepping up to an STX, at least at MSRP. But when you consider you can get new Premier's for under $200 online, it's a no brainer.
A caution on the Revo's, though. Make sure when you're looking at them, any of them, that you're getting the latest models. Some of the 09 models were not nearly as well received. The newer stuff, from '10 on, are almost universally praised.
bigfruits reply :
curado 50 or 51
bwell reply :
I would have to say Revo Premier or STX.... I just couldn't see my self buying a Curado over either of those two.
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
You can ask this question to 10 people and get 11 different answers. Each brand has its fans and haters. IMO it's hard to go wrong on a $100> baitcaster. If you have an idea what kind of baits and techniques you'll be fishing you might get more useful feedback. Certain models to excel in certain areas.
Bassnajr reply :
The Abu rods are supposed to be balanced etc. with their reels so if you believe that, I would stay with a Revo. I have had them...they're OK. The Shimano Citica which can be had for $99.99 or less is one fine reel for the money. The Curado 200e7- 201e7 is a burner so not really an all around reel.
Good luck!
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteYou can ask this question to 10 people and get 11 different answers. Each brand has its fans and haters. IMO it's hard to go wrong on a $100> baitcaster. If you have an idea what kind of baits and techniques you'll be fishing you might get more useful feedback. Certain models to excel in certain areas.
If you look back through the last 10, 50 or 200 pages
in this section, you'll run across this question a few
times. The answers are usally the same. "Best"
always depends on the reel(s) the responder fishes.
I favor Shimano, others love their Abu Garcia, BPS,
Pflueger, Diawa, Johnny Morris, Pinnacle, Quantum, etc.
So, if you have the opportunity to borrow a few reels and
try them out for yourself, that would be ideal.Otherwise,
you're kind of stuck trusting the recommendations
from either friends or guys here that you respect.
But even in that regard, some of our best fisherman
still fish the wrong reels!
p.s. I recommend the Curado 200E7
;D ;D
zackb14 reply :
For this rod I would probably be fishing deep to mid crankbaits and jigs. Since I am just starting out in the higher end fishing world I am looking for a well rounded reel to get at first though.
SPEEDBEAD. reply :
QuoteFor this rod I would probably be fishing deep to mid crankbaits and jigs. Since I am just starting out in the higher end fishing world I am looking for a well rounded reel to get at first though.
STX or the Curado would be fine for those, as would a number of other reels mentioned.
RW hit it on the head. Pick someone that you trust and/or respect and use what they use.
Like DVT said, you can't really go wrong in the price range you are looking at. IMO, nobody makes "crap" reels in that price range.
Milton Waddams reply :
I have fished Daiwa, Shimano, Abu, and Quantum in that price range and had no real problems with any of them. I personally prefer Daiwas now and have sold all the others but that is just a personal preference. Best thing to do is get on ***.com and do the demo this reel that they have. They send you the one you want to try and if you like it you keep it and pay for it, if not send it back and try another till you find the one you like.
Bass_Fanatic reply :
Nobody mentioned a Pflueger President or Patriarch...so i will.
By the way, the President ($150) can be found on sale at Academy for $90 right now! 8-)
Stasher1 reply :
QuoteSTX or the Curado would be fine for those, as would a number of other reels mentioned.RW hit it on the head. Pick someone that you trust and/or respect and use what they use.
Like DVT said, you can't really go wrong in the price range you are looking at. IMO, nobody makes "crap" reels in that price range.
[cough]Ardent[/cough] ;D
VAfishin4me reply :
QuoteDaiwa Advantage HSTA Super Tuned. 8-)You can thank me later, lol
This^^^
Ineedanewscreenname20170204 reply :
For me it's an easy choice - Curado 200e all the way. Or two Citicas...
Triton21 reply :
QuoteQuoteYou can get a Revo Premier for under $200 on fleabay.That's the way I'd go, too. Just like the STX, only 2 ounces lighter. I have an SX and 4 of the Premier's, all the latest versions. Nothing wrong with the SX, but it is a bit over priced compared to stepping up to an STX, at least at MSRP. But when you consider you can get new Premier's for under $200 online, it's a no brainer.
A caution on the Revo's, though. Make sure when you're looking at them, any of them, that you're getting the latest models. Some of the 09 models were not nearly as well received. The newer stuff, from '10 on, are almost universally praised.
I have 5 '09 Revo STX and never had a problem. I fish them hard. Just had them cleaned and tuned by Deleware Valley Tackle and they reported that they were in fine shape.
Kelley
Fat-G reply :
QuoteDaiwa Advantage HSTA Super Tuned. 8-)You can thank me later, lol
Did you get one?
WdyCrankbait reply :
Quotecurado 50 or 51
That is an outstanding reel! I have a Revo Premier (2009 model to be fair) and a year old Curado E5. It is going to be personal preference. My Revo casts a tick further, but something about the Curado I just have more faith in that reel. See if you can take that new rod to your local fishing store and see what reel you like better.
Also, I did a quick search and it looks like the Curado is lighter then the Revo STX. That will make long days of fishing easier with a lighter reel.
Triton21 reply :
QuoteAlso, I did a quick search and it looks like the Curado is lighter then the Revo STX. That will make long days of fishing easier with a lighter reel.Quotecurado 50 or 51
Glad to know Shimano finally wised up and made a light reel. You could use the some of fhe older ones for a boat anchor.
Kelley
BassThumb reply :
Shimano Curado E-Series or Abu Revo STX.
northern basser reply :
QuoteShimano Curado E-Series or Abu Revo STX.
either of these 2 would be great or a pflueger patriarch xt( can be had on e-bay for under $200). The xt and the stx have dual breaking. I used to own a sx and it was a good reel, but the mag. braking alone was hard to get used to for me. I was used to chucking shimanos centrifugal systems.
e7, stx, or xt would be my choices. They are all very good reels.
islandbassmaster reply :
curado, stx or hsta supertuned all great reels
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