Spin Reel $150 Price Range 2025
Andre_g123 reply :
I'm about to order a phenix m1 7'2 m rod having trouble deciding what reel to pair with it. Id like to keep it around $150 thinking about the Abu Garcia Revo SX or maybe quantam smoke. Feedback on those 2 reels or any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. It will be used mostly for plastic worms and jigs.
Drew03cmc reply :
Pflueger President, save $90.
RyanFishing reply :
Hands down the best spinning reel for 150 is the Pflueger Supreme XT. It's a great reel and worth much more than the 150 price tag.
Verisimilidude reply :
Just bought my gf the new Daiwa Procyon EX. It's one of the smoothest reels i've ever had the pleasure of using.
RMcDuffee726 reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 5:05 AM, Drew03cmc said:Pflueger President, save $90.
Incredible reel. Don't need to spend $150 with a reel like this on the market, I promise you!
bigfishbk86 reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 6:25 AM, Verisimilidude said:Just bought my gf the new Daiwa Procyon EX. It's one of the smoothest reels i've ever had the pleasure of using.
I agree with the procyon ex. Even the new exceler for $80 is an amazing reel
Bigchunk reply :
Stradic, a little more but i love them
WRB reply :
Tell me where this reel is manufactured and by whom?On 4/6/2015 at 8:34 AM, RMcDuffee726 said:Incredible reel. Don't need to spend $150 with a reel like this on the market, I promise you!
Tom
fishballer06 reply :
My vote goes to the Shimano Saros.
Catch and Grease reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 5:05 AM, Drew03cmc said:Pflueger President, save $90.
I have a President and I love it, with 150$ you have a ton of options but I don't think you would be disappointed the slightest bit if you went with the 60$ Pflueger President.
WIGuide reply :
I've used the Revo S and Revo Premier. They're both great reels and although I've never used the a SX I think it's safe to say that it's a very solid performer and that you'd like it.
WRB reply :
No answer. You would think a American reel mfr like Pflueger-Shakespeare and Abu Garcia would be made in the USA or Switzerland.On 4/6/2015 at 12:34 PM, WRB said:Tell me where this reel is manufactured and by whom?
Tom
Pflueger spinning reels are made in mainland China. Your better quality spinning reels today are made in S.Korea, Tiwain and Mtaylasia, the highest end baitcasting reels are made in Japan.
When you buy Pflueger you are supporting China. Daiwa and Shimano spinning reels are Korea, Tiwain or Mtaylasia. Things to consider.
Tom
Alonerankin2 reply :
I won't get into the politics of various country's of manufacture, however the Daiwa Ex Ballistic is a good looking option & one I'm currently debating, I own many Daiwa and Shimano as well as a pflueger president 6935. I like them all just fine!
Penguino reply :
On 4/7/2015 at 12:59 AM, WRB said:No answer. You would think a American reel mfr like Pflueger-Shakespeare and Abu Garcia would be made in the USA or Switzerland.
Pflueger spinning reels are made in mainland China. Your better quality spinning reels today are made in S.Korea, Tiwain and Mtaylasia, the highest end baitcasting reels are made in Japan.
When you buy Pflueger you are supporting China. Daiwa and Shimano spinning reels are Korea, Tiwain or Mtaylasia. Things to consider.
Tom
Umm... so are you saying that just because something is manufactured in Korea it's better than something made in China?? Lol that just doesn't kinda make sense to me. In China, due to the cheap labor costs, reels can be cheaper but also less quality due to the unlearned workers. So essentially its a tradeoff. Would you sacrifice quality for the possibility of a better reel at a cheaper price? But just saying that something's manufacturing location determines its value is completely wrong.
buzzed bait reply :
Regardless of the country of origin, the pflueger spinning reels are tough to beat. i have a supreme MGX and a patriarch and honestly can't tell a difference in the two performance wise.... I'd buy the supreme every day at retail and if you find it cheap (like i did) it's a no-brainer.
For me, the $100 point is the point of diminishing return on the spinning reels. I just don't see enough performance boost in the reels above $100 to justify that extra expense. but that's my very unprofessional opinion....
Hawkeye21 reply :
I bought a Pflueger President two years ago based on reviews and price. It's been my favorite reel. I have it paired up with a 7' Berkley Shock Lightning rod. Best combo I've ever had.
Mike2841 reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 6:14 AM, RyanFishing said:Hands down the best spinning reel for 150 is the Pflueger Supreme XT. It's a great reel and worth much more than the 150 price tag.
x2 I like it better than the patriarch, and like it better than the saros I had.
FishTank reply :
Either the Pflueger Supreme or the a Shimano Stradic. The Supreme is the best bang for the buck but the Stradic is the better reel. Both would serve you well.
DTack reply :
I have not used the pflueger reels myself, they have RAVE reviews though and I'm sure for good reason. I've used Shimano Symetres in multiple designs and have always loved them to the point I've not even considered a higher priced reel. I'm sure they feel a bit better, but the drag on my symetres have not failed me yet and I've had no nervousness at any point that they are going to.
Heron reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 5:05 AM, Drew03cmc said:Pflueger President, save $90.
Agreed 100%
Me personally, I would never spend $150 on a spinning reel...for bass fishing.
DogBone_384 reply :
2 Pflueger Presidents and a spool of top shelf braid to put on them... That'll be right in your $150 wheelhouse. I say this because I own a Pflueger Supreme XT and Abu Revo SX spinning reels and can't really tell the difference between them and my Presidents.
paleus reply :
I've never understood spending a lot on a spinning reel. I get it with baitcasters because of the brakes and bearings playing a role in casting. But, with a spinning reel, what do you get when you spend more, a little smoother drag and lighter weight?
yugrac reply :
Pflueger, Pflueger , Pflueger. Thats all there is to say.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
On 4/7/2015 at 12:59 AM, WRB said:No answer. You would think a American reel mfr like Pflueger-Shakespeare and Abu Garcia would be made in the USA or Switzerland.
Pflueger spinning reels are made in mainland China. Your better quality spinning reels today are made in S.Korea, Tiwain and Mtaylasia, the highest end baitcasting reels are made in Japan.
When you buy Pflueger you are supporting China. Daiwa and Shimano spinning reels are Korea, Tiwain or Mtaylasia. Things to consider.
Tom
And Shimano Daiwa have products made in China as well so when you buy a Shimano Daiwa product be it Japan Malaysian Thailand you keep their businesses going as a whole, thus supporting China.
THE BASS WHISPERER reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 12:21 PM, Bigchunk said:Stradic, a little more but i love them
I AGREE!!!!!
WRB reply :
On 4/8/2015 at 10:38 AM, QUAKEnSHAKE said:And Shimano Daiwa have products made in China as well so when you buy a Shimano Daiwa product be it Japan Malaysian Thailand you keep their businesses going as a whole, thus supporting China.
The Japanese have a very long memory and avoid doing any business directly with China.
The problem I have with China is their lawless attitude towards patents, trade names and the Chinese government ethics that promote counterfeiting. Nearly everything today is made in China and no way to know if the product is counterfeit.
That is why I will not buy anything from China, if an know it's made there!
Bigchunk reply :
On 4/8/2015 at 8:47 AM, paleus said:I've never understood spending a lot on a spinning reel. I get it with baitcasters because of the brakes and bearings playing a role in casting. But, with a spinning reel, what do you get when you spend more, a little smoother drag and lighter weight?
Alot less wind knots with braid. Dont think i ever got one with stradic, but symetre gets them
zeth reply :
I have Quantum Energy and Quantum Smokes on my spinning rods. Hold up great. Never had a problem so I like them a lot. They come with a spare braid spool or at least the Energy does. All of the PT reels can be used in salt water as well. Titanium bail. Light enough weight. 11 Bearrings etc etc. I am sponsored by them so that's what I use reel wise. If I wasn't I still would just because they have been dependable for me.
That being said Pflueger does have a cult like following and for a good reason.
Any reel in the 150 range is going to perform great so just get whatever feels best.
I would go to your local tackle shop if you can and test out reels on a rod and see how they feel.
Tackle warehouse also has a reel testing program where they send you a couple reels to try out before you commit to buying.
Heron reply :
On 4/8/2015 at 12:29 PM, zeth said:
Tackle warehouse also has a reel testing program where they send you a couple reels to try out before you commit to buying.
Wait....what?
zeth reply :
just click on demo program on their site.
bigbill reply :
Well I been using the Fin-Nor and Okuma spinning reels for decades. Never one problem.
The other spinning reels that I use are quality reels too.
Globe
Viva
I do not use a baitcaster. Being in stealth mode within feet of a trophy bass that click when the spool engages I feel sends up fireworks to the bass I'm there.
fisherrw reply :
I love shimano reels. A saros or stradic would work fine. Congrats on your phenix! I know you will love it.
Drew03cmc reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 12:34 PM, WRB said:Tell me where this reel is manufactured and by whom?
Tom
Well, it is a Pflueger, made in China. If that turns you off and causes you to spend more for the same performance, that is your decision. They are awesome reels, especially for $60.
Chrisran99 reply :
I've been inshore fishing with Shimano reel for several years, mostly Saharas 4000 one Stradic FI 4000. Pflueger just would not stand up to the salt very well. After I started bass fishing a few years ago I purchased another Sahara FE 2500 and snapped the handle with in the first month. Shimano made good and the warrenty but I have been in search of a new spinning reel ever since. I've been through the Symetre 2500 but it hits my knuckles and I wish they still included the spare spool. Now I'm waiting for my Revo SX 30 to come in, the reel seem very smooth in the store and I like the line capasity. Hope this helps.
SirSnookalot reply :
Reels used in salt water need more attention given to them, none of them are perfect and most will require some kind of service at some point. My Pflueger arbor is used in saltwater, gets a lot of use. I did recently replace the line roller bearing and the reel is back to performing beautifully. I was using a supreme in saltwater for about 18 months, moved it to fresh, wasn't worth gambling as it's not salt reel.
I have 3 supremes, they work just fine, next time around I'd probably get a president for freshwater fishing.
DTack reply :
On 4/9/2015 at 3:39 PM, SirSnookalot said:Reels used in salt water need more attention given to them, none of them are perfect and most will require some kind of service at some point. My Pflueger arbor is used in saltwater, gets a lot of use. I did recently replace the line roller bearing and the reel is back to performing beautifully. I was using a supreme in saltwater for about 18 months, moved it to fresh, wasn't worth gambling as it's not salt reel.
I have 3 supremes, they work just fine, next time around I'd probably get a president for freshwater fishing.
Do you mainly use pflueger reels now? I don't think anyone can deny that saltwater fishing puts WAY more stress on a reel than freshwater, both with the conditions and the way that those fish are fought.
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