Z-Man Chatterbait review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
Color | Green Pumpkin Purple |
Brand | Z-MAN |
Size | .1/2 oz |
Material | Synthetic |
Style | Green Pumpkin |
product features
- ChatterBlade creates vibration and erratic motion
- Acts like a crankbait, jig, and spinnerbait
- Great choice for fishing heavy cover
- Equipped with a heavy-duty needle point hook
product description
No lure in recent memory has had such a profound impact on freshwater fishing as The Original ChatterBait. With its patent-pending design and unique hex-shaped ChatterBlade, the sound, vibration, flash, and action of The Original ChatterBait is unmatched. The Original ChatterBait is designed to -Inchswim-Inch in an erratic motion that mimics wounded prey. It offers the action of a crankbait, the profile of a jig, and the flash of a spinnerbait.
product details
- Date First Available : July 30, 2021
- ASIN : B09BJTS45Y
important information
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Questions about Z-Man Chatterbait
Q:
Is the hook detachable?
Answer: no the hook is not detachable at all. but there is is a snap ring that you tie too. or clip on a leader to it..
Answer: the hook is basically a jig head and I am sure you could take it off if you had to but not easily. The hook and lead head is part of the way lure works and it does work well. Thanks Bob
Answer: Hello you could pick up a cheap spoon bait for him the hooks are held on buy a o ring and easy to remove. Have fun my Grand Son has been fishing since 2 and at 5 he really does well. Thanks Bob
Q:
Is this the Zman custom chatter bait?
Answer: It's a standard chatterbait from them
Q:
I have lost 2 of these after only a handful of casts. they snag on something and they're gone. what am i doing wrong?? really tired of losing them.
Answer: Possibly put a trailer on/over the hook. Small grub tail trailer works best. And absolutely make sure you’ve tied an appropriate knot. If not (not knot), you’ll lose your lures almost every time.
Answer: Use at least 30# braided line
Q:
Why are these made in china when the authentic chatterbait is made in usa?
Q:
Looking to buy this for my son, what size or oz for bass? He likes to freshwater fish for bass. Something like a 5-8lbs.
Answer: 1/4, 3/8, or 1/2oz all work, but temp, color of water, weather, and depth, will all change what bass will want. Much like color, you have to give them what they want, and if fishing shallow, I don't like the big splash that might spook the fish, but if going deep, you want the bait to get there fast, so go heavy on that deep fish. I use the very light 1/8oz and have caught some over 5lbs, but the bait doesn't hold up to the big fish, not the same way built on the light one.
Answer: I use the 3/8 oz and it works well.
Answer: It doesn’t really matter it just depends on what attracts the fish at the time
Q:
What's the weight of the "One Size"? It doesn't specify.
Answer: I received 3/8ths oz
Q:
Is there a keeper on the hook for trailers?
Answer: No, and I have never needed one, but just get a piece of tubing and make your own keeper, if you feel the need for one.
Answer: The one I received did not.
Answer: No
Answer: Yes there is
Q:
what is the weight on this lure?
Answer: the weight straight out the packaging is 11 gm which is great if using finesse tackle 6lb line but if you are fishing heavy cover30 lb lineor heavier it will require some tweaking like using a heavier skirt and a soft bait trailer this can take the weight up to 25/35gm mark but you might lose some action
Q:
How long is 1/4 oz? From blade to end of squirt? Please
Answer: Approx. 1.25" inches
Q:
Is the blade gold
Answer: The lures I received had silver blades.
Answer: Can't remember --- gave it to the neighbors son for bass fishing. It really catches fish.
Answer: Yes
Q:
what is the difference between this and the chatterbait elite?
Q:
Does the Frog Color have a shiny gold head or yellow?
Answer: Can not answer that question, sorry
Q:
Why did it ship without the trailer in the package
Answer: It was in the package
Q:
What ounce and color is good for 6 feet ponds and murky water?
Answer: 3/8 once is a good weight for anywhere. Chartreuse and white is good for murky water. Also grab a chartreuse or white Swimbait or 5 inch worm to put on the back.
Answer: Bright colors work well in murky water. A weighty 3/8 should do the trick.
Answer: I like a1-4oz black and blue, and I would prefer a gold blade if available
Q:
I did not get the trailer pictured above. Is it not included?
Answer: I think they used to put them in originally but they have haven't included them the past few years as they figured people used better trailers
Answer: At the time, yes it had a trailer, but I usually use a trailer grub. The legs on the grub create more action and the vibration of the lure itself work great. Sharpen the hook and you’ll be fine.
Q:
Do these come with the tails not just the skirts but with the tails ?
Answer: The tails is really the trailer and if it does not show for sale with the product then you need to buy the trailer at your local fishing tackle store.
Q:
What size hook on the 3/8
Answer: Not sure, 2/0 or 3/0. Good size thick hook. Caught sever bass in 5 pound range with ease.
Product reviews of Z-Man Chatterbait
Jeffrey Pekarcik : Prefer the 3/8oz
This is a great lure except that you must watch the weight of your trailer. Too heavy and your blade won't chatter.
dc-in-md : Quality ChatterBait
Love them. Have not had a chance to fish them but have no doubt that come spring they will be a favorite on the lake and river.
Bill P. : purchased two of these and came without the advertised trailers
I ordered two fishing lures, a white chatterbait and yellow chatterbait. Your advertisement shows both of these come with a trailer (looks like a split tail worm, white) I got both lures but neither came with the trailers. I don't want to return the lures but would like if you sent me the two trailers that are supposed to come with them.
Zachary : GREAT LURE ????????????
First cast with this chatter bait using a powerbait plum and chartreuse worm as a trailer and boom 6 pounder first freaking cast love it
Amazon Customer : Missing trailer
I didn’t get the trailer that was supposed to come with it.
David Alan Lake : Product works great, but rusted quickly
I got some decent action using this with a white trailer, but after 2 times on the lake some rust has appeared where the blade meets the jig. I expect my gear to resist rust for more than 2 trips
kyle edington : Good bait!
Great bait! This is my favorite color. Use a crawdad trailer dipped in "spike it"!
Amazon Customer : Outdoor
As advertised
Gail : The image shows with a trailer, but none in the package
The package was opened (look like a previous returned) and no trailer.
M. Belken : Good, prefer Elite
Good selection of colors to match bait fish. Great flash and noise.
N. Hillsdale : Awesome!
I bought three of these about a week ago. Went straight out to try them out on the local lakes around my house and it only took a few minutes before I had my first nice Large Mouth Bass fished up from shore! There are multiple ways you can present this thing so it's a very flexible lure. I tried it with a Yamamato Senko worm (also bought off Amazon) on the hook and I caught a few nice 4-5 lbs Large Mouth Bass. The only downside for me is I only bought three!
Shana : No trailer
This product does not come with a soft plastic trailer like the picture shows
Eric Atkins : You can work it like a jig popping your rod tip
This a spinnerbait, jig, and crankbait all in one. There is no wrong way to fish this bait. You can perform a fast retrieve or a slow retrieve. You can work it like a jig popping your rod tip. You can pull then reel.
In the South, this bait was killer in March and then the bite died off for me during April with this bait. Then, it fired back up in May and June.
I like working this bait in 6-10 feet of water over grass or through channels. I also cast the lure into grass or onto riprap and then work it out.
I like to add a fluke or a craw trailer. If you are getting short strikes, consider shortening your trailer or removing it all together. You can also easily add trailing hooks.
Also, there's no wrong way to tie your line to this lure. Tie it to the blade to feel the rattle. Or tie it to the jig head and let the blade bang against the jig head.
My favorite colors are white/chartreuse with a white fluke trailer and a black/blue with a green pumpkin craw trailer.
Gary P : The original!
Best chatterbait out there!
GH : I caught bass
I caught consistently caught largemouth bass with this lure in the early spring. That says it all.
Danny D : Better than a spinner bait
I love these chatterbaits. I used to use spinner baits a lot, but I can't remember the last time I bought a spinner bait because I catch more fish on the chatterbait. It does not work in water where there's any kind of moss though. It will pick up every little bit of moss unlike a spinner bait that goes through some.
Armando Guevara : Miss tail
Missing the tail
Mr. Boognish : Not pictured item
No trailer included like pictured. I know most people dont use the included one. But most people expect receiving the complete item. I would understand if it stated its not included.
Test1234a : White chatter bait 1/4 oz.
Great bait. Caught a bass within the first ten minutes. Ended up buying a couple more in different sizes.
Zachary : GREAT LURE ????????????
First cast with this chatter bait using a powerbait plum and chartreuse worm as a trailer and boom 6 pounder first freaking cast love it
Amazon Customer : Item not as advertised
Item pictured isnt what i received. Extra worm pictured with lure was not included.
John : Good bait
I have a pile of these
Dave H. : Looks good haven’t used it yet
Looks good haven’t used it yet
michael : Seems good i need some practice
Performed pretty good under the water but if blew right off my swivel clasp when my bait caster bird nested so now i have to order another one
S. Kendall : Meet you half way
Haven’t caught a single fish on it but to be fair, meet you half way at 3 stars? I’ll update to 5 when I catch anything. Love chatterbait but these have not produced for me. Womp Womp
Shane Dennis : It’s ZMan…..enough said
It’s an honest to goodness real ZMan lure.
Zachary : GREAT LURE ????????????
First cast with this chatter bait using a powerbait plum and chartreuse worm as a trailer and boom 6 pounder first freaking cast love it
Ethan weigel : Good first chatterbait. Next get the jackhammer
Really a good lure for the price. Doesnt always start up right away but thats what they make the jackhammer for
Stephen Collins : Five Stars
Good product, no surprises!
Shaun Carroll : Nice solid Chatterbait lure
Great Chatterbait that I have only fished a few times and was able to land this big guy on after just a few times using it. I had a Bass Pro River Bug on the hook as a trailer and this guy took it down.
It gives off a good amount of vibrations while working it through the water and the darker color has worked well in the murky dark ponds I tend to fish around Orlando.
Sam : + product as described + photo as Shown + Good quality + Work Great + Caught a bass on ...
My AMAZON RATINGS
Product as described.
Pros:
+ product as described
+ photo as Shown
+ Good quality
+ Work Great
+ Caught a bass on first use
Cons:
- None
-- How I rate –
5 Stars:
Works exactly as advertised, is a good value at the price point purchased, would buy again or recommend to a friend.
4 Stars:
Works exactly as advertised, fit/finish are what you'd expect when purchasing this type of product, might have a minor flaw.
3 Stars:
Generally works but it may not be a good value at the price point or might like to see changes / improvements.
2 Stars:
Barely works but can be made useful if you try.
1 Star:
Useless, does not perform its intended function whatsoever and is generally a waste of money, sending it back.
Overall: I am giving this my star rating based on my criteria above.
(Product photo as received)
if this review was helpful let me know. Thanks :-)
Scott R : No trailer
Works great. Does not come with trailer though...
Martin Martinez D : Perfecto
Excelente producto
M. Belken : Good, prefer Elite
Good selection of colors to match bait fish. Great flash and noise.
Shaun Carroll : Nice solid Chatterbait lure
Great Chatterbait that I have only fished a few times and was able to land this big guy on after just a few times using it. I had a Bass Pro River Bug on the hook as a trailer and this guy took it down.
It gives off a good amount of vibrations while working it through the water and the darker color has worked well in the murky dark ponds I tend to fish around Orlando.
dc-in-md : Quality ChatterBait
Love them. Have not had a chance to fish them but have no doubt that come spring they will be a favorite on the lake and river.
Ryan J. : These are 3/8 weight
These are not one size, they are 3/8 oz. Not a problem just wanted others to know. Good product and came on time
kristi : Chatterbait
Looks great!
Going to use in a tournament this weekend will let you kmow the result.
Kelly Grooms : Not good with out grub
This product is shows a grub for the chatter bait . This does not come with the z-man bait should not be shown like this . Very miss leading to customers.
MJ-54 : You WILL catch Bass with these guys!
I don’t understand why, but these chatterbaits are more effective than the ones with big blades. Put a white or silver/gray trailer with a double twist tail on them and you will catch good sized bass.
Jeremy Brandes : Everybody says this is a must have bait, so ...
Everybody says this is a must have bait, so I bought it. We'll find out this spring if I can catch any bass.
Full, Honest & Tested Reviews. Rank 4,019 in reviews. : Good lure
Good lure for fishing. Cant wait to take it out and use
Mr. Fudpucker : Great action
This bait makes the rod even vibrate, that is how much action it has.
Virgil D. Gosch : Lucky me.
I like, price, performance and durability. A great product at a great price.
Sam : + product as described + photo as Shown + Good quality + Work Great + Caught a bass on ...
My AMAZON RATINGS
Product as described.
Pros:
+ product as described
+ photo as Shown
+ Good quality
+ Work Great
+ Caught a bass on first use
Cons:
- None
-- How I rate –
5 Stars:
Works exactly as advertised, is a good value at the price point purchased, would buy again or recommend to a friend.
4 Stars:
Works exactly as advertised, fit/finish are what you'd expect when purchasing this type of product, might have a minor flaw.
3 Stars:
Generally works but it may not be a good value at the price point or might like to see changes / improvements.
2 Stars:
Barely works but can be made useful if you try.
1 Star:
Useless, does not perform its intended function whatsoever and is generally a waste of money, sending it back.
Overall: I am giving this my star rating based on my criteria above.
(Product photo as received)
if this review was helpful let me know. Thanks :-)
J-Rod : Not an accurate description
Did not look like the picture. It was a silver blade and no trailer included
Shaun Carroll : Nice solid Chatterbait lure
Great Chatterbait that I have only fished a few times and was able to land this big guy on after just a few times using it. I had a Bass Pro River Bug on the hook as a trailer and this guy took it down.
It gives off a good amount of vibrations while working it through the water and the darker color has worked well in the murky dark ponds I tend to fish around Orlando.
Nathan Davis : Doesn’t come as shown
It is shown that it comes with a white tailer. Upon arrival it is not present. Might be a great bait? But it doesn’t come as advertised.
Gary P : The original!
Best chatterbait out there!
Richard M. : Purchased my second one and probably will be going back for more.
This product is great, prefer using this ChatterBait over a spinnerbait works great lots of hits on my line just need a little practice on my fishing technique. Big bang for my buck.
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