Pro Qualifer Vs. Johnny Morris ? 2025

Tyler j reply :

I love, love my Pro Qualifers they are smooth, tough and the casting distance is great but, I was looking on BPS and saw the Johnny Morris Signature series reels for $169. Do you guys think it's worth spending the extra money on the Johnny Morris or would you go with the sure thing Pro Qualifer?

Thanks, Tyler

Tyler j reply :

The Johnny is actually $159.99

Goose52 reply :

As many on the board know, I have long been a fan of the PQ for the quality, available models/gear ratios, features, and value that it offers in it's price range. Go much above that $100 price point, however, and there are just so many other options. I have never even considered buying that JM reel...and this is coming from someone who currently owns 17 BPS BC reels...

Tyler j reply :

I mean I love mine never failed me but if there is a better piece of gear I want it you know?

LMB KING reply :

Johnny morris reel suppose to be their flagship reel as their best reel.

Tyler j reply :

It looks like you can't get the Johnny right now there is no chart to select the ratio and no add to cart button

*Hootie reply :

I have had both. Keep the extra money and get the PQ.

Hootie

Delaware Valley Tackle reply :

Yup the PQ is the standard bearer for budget reels IMO. The $150> price point is super competitive for the brand name reel makers. So many good reels I don't see any advantage in straying too far.

TNBassin' reply :

On 6/28/2014 at 1:49 AM, Tyler j said:

I love, love my Pro Qualifers they are smooth, tough and the casting distance is great but, I was looking on BPS and saw the Johnny Morris Signature series reels for $169. Do you guys think it's worth spending the extra money on the Johnny Morris or would you go with the sure thing Pro Qualifer?

Thanks, Tyler

Well for $179 you can get a Curado I, so I wouldn't even look at either one of those. I've yet to fish the 3 I own, but apparently according to these forums they are the second coming, and Tackle Tour just gushed over them.

jtharris3 reply :

On 6/28/2014 at 10:53 AM, TNBassin said:
Well for $179 you can get a Curado I, so I wouldn't even look at either one of those. I've yet to fish the 3 I own, but apparently according to these forums they are the second coming, and Tackle Tour just gushed over them.

If you haven't fished the reel why bother making a comment?

TNBassin' reply :

On 6/28/2014 at 11:02 AM, jtharris3 said:
If you haven't fished the reel why bother making a comment?

For the THREE reasons I stated above. This forum is head over heels for them, they are in the OP's price range, and Tackle Tour just gave that reel a great review. Perhaps I'll type my posts in crayon for you next time. Just because I've yet to have the time out on the water with mine, doesn't mean there aren't quite a few long time and knowledgeable members on here that haven't. They've all given their stamp of approval on the Curado I.

*Hootie reply :

Got three of them, (Curado i) been using them for three months now, and in my opinion,"They are AWESOME!". If I were to quit jumping ship, I think I have found a great parking place. I may be wrong, but I don't recall ever having been this enthused over a reel.

Hootie

gripnrip reply :

On 6/28/2014 at 6:24 PM, *Hootie said:

Got three of them, (Curado i) been using them for three months now, and in my opinion,"They are AWESOME!". If I were to quit jumping ship, I think I have found a great parking place. I may be wrong, but I don't recall ever having been this enthused over a reel.

Hootie

I'm with you Hootie. I have 5 PQ's and they are solid reels. But IMO I say if you're willing to spend $159, then throw another $20 with it and get the Curado I. It will be light years ahead of the Johnny Morris. Just my 2 cents.

bbodkin reply :

Spend $159.99 and get the PQ reel on the JM Carbonlite combo. Best of both. I love mine.

The Fisher reply :

PQs are beat reels when they go on sale. For $149 get a Tatula.

Tyler j reply :

Thanks for the input guys, I'm really not much on shimano reels. Don't kill me I just don't like the braking system at all and I think they are to much hype for just a reel. I've always been a dawia and BPS guys I just think the reels are solid. I want this new reel to throw football jigs, carolina rigs, swim baits anything heavy on a 7''3 Heavy Duckett

TNBassin' reply :

On 6/29/2014 at 10:55 AM, Tyler j said:
Thanks for the input guys, I'm really not much on shimano reels. Don't kill me I just don't like the braking system at all and I think they are to much hype for just a reel. I've always been a dawia and BPS guys I just think the reels are solid. I want this new reel to throw football jigs, carolina rigs, swim baits anything heavy on a 7''3 Heavy Duckett

BOOOOOOO!!!!!!! Just kidding. It's your money bro. Spend on what YOU like and what YOU want. We'll be here to give you advice when you ask for it. Tight lines.

TheMightyQuinn reply :

I prefer my johnny morris reels over my pro qualifiers. I find them to be a little smoother and cast better. I have owned many different reels and find that I like my bass pro shop reels over most. I know its almost blasphemous to say it here, but I think they outperform any shimano reel I've owned. (That includes 6 curados, 2 citicas, and 2 chronarch 50mgs)

TNBassin' reply :

On 6/29/2014 at 12:38 PM, TheMightyQuinn said:
I prefer my johnny morris reels over my pro qualifiers. I find them to be a little smoother and cast better. I have owned many different reels and find that I like my bass pro shop reels over most. I know its almost blasphemous to say it here, but I think they outperform any shimano reel I've owned. (That includes 6 curados, 2 citicas, and 2 chronarch 50mgs)

Off with his head!!!!!

tentimesover reply :

I have both the JM and the PQ. I like the PQ better. I haven't been inside it as yet, but, I don't like the insides of the JM. I also have several Cuarados. I like the simplicity of the insides of the Curados better than the JM. Bottom line is that I would not spend my money on another JM when the PQ is less cost and seems to perform as good if not better than the other reels in my stock.

gripnrip reply :

On 6/29/2014 at 12:38 PM, TheMightyQuinn said:
I prefer my johnny morris reels over my pro qualifiers. I find them to be a little smoother and cast better. I have owned many different reels and find that I like my bass pro shop reels over most. I know its almost blasphemous to say it here, but I think they outperform any shimano reel I've owned. (That includes 6 curados, 2 citicas, and 2 chronarch 50mgs)

Opinions are like ....... well you know. Everyone has one. And you are entitled to yours.

Flywatersmallie reply :

On 6/29/2014 at 12:38 PM, TheMightyQuinn said:
I prefer my johnny morris reels over my pro qualifiers. I find them to be a little smoother and cast better. I have owned many different reels and find that I like my bass pro shop reels over most. I know its almost blasphemous to say it here, but I think they outperform any shimano reel I've owned. (That includes 6 curados, 2 citicas, and 2 chronarch 50mgs)

I'm not a Shimano fan either. Spinning or casting they all left me wanting something more at each respective price point. If you guys. Like them, great! Just not for me

DogBone_384 reply :

I have three PQ's and one JM. For me, they all cast the same distance. I find the JM a smoother, but really it's all up to preference. What might you buy with the extra cash in your pocket when choosing a PQ? An upgraded from what you were planning, a few bags of Senkos, a spool of high quality braid or fluoro?

Best of luck with your choice - I don't think you'll go wrong either way.

Alonerankin2 reply :

Use what you like( I like Shimano) doesn't matter to me if I guy uses BPS reels, I am fine with it (aaarrggg) kidding... You know I have one spinning rod it's a carrot stix 7' spinning rod.. PG d**n fine rod... I can't even use it on the lake! Catcalls,,, hate... It's pretty sad really the way folks railroad others on gear! Good luck man, enjoy ur reels!

Tyler j reply :

On 7/2/2014 at 3:51 AM, DogBone_384 said:

I have three PQ's and one JM. For me, they all cast the same distance. I find the JM a smoother, but really it's all up to preference. What might you buy with the extra cash in your pocket when choosing a PQ? An upgraded from what you were planning, a few bags of Senkos, a spool of high quality braid or fluoro?

Best of luck with your choice - I don't think you'll go wrong either way.

Yeah great advice I'm interested in the Boca Bearings for the PQ but don't know if it's worth it?

Delaware Valley Tackle reply :

Before upgrading bearings, have the reel deep cleaned and Super Tuned. If you decide you want bearings too ABEC 5 ceramic hybrids are the best bang for the buck. I can help with any or all, let me know.

Catch and Grease reply :

I had a johnny morris for like a month and the drag broke on it, sent it in under warranty and got my new one.

Its a good reel. That's the only bad experience I've had with it.

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