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

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

Is this the Zman custom chatter bait?

Answer: It's a standard chatterbait from them

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

Why are these made in china when the authentic chatterbait is made in usa?

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

What's the weight of the "One Size"? It doesn't specify.

Answer: I received 3/8ths oz

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

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

How long is 1/4 oz? From blade to end of squirt? Please

Answer: Approx. 1.25" inches

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

what is the difference between this and the chatterbait elite?

Does the Frog Color have a shiny gold head or yellow?

Answer: Can not answer that question, sorry

Why did it ship without the trailer in the package

Answer: It was in the package

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Full, Honest & Tested Reviews. Rank 4,019 in reviews. : Good lure

Good lure for fishing. Cant wait to take it out and use

rick : great product

love these things, this is the fifth one because I am stocking up to use them a lot this year...catches bass, pike, musky...good quality....remember to use a trailer, I like to rig with paddle tails

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

T.J. : The Best

Just what I wanted !

Dan D. : northeast slapper

best lure in my arsenal for largemouth bass!!! matched up with a good plastic trailer and this thing is unstoppable with action. northeast region dark colors like this work all year long!!!

Amazon Customer : Item not as advertised

Item pictured isnt what i received. Extra worm pictured with lure was not included.

Scott R : No trailer

Works great. Does not come with trailer though...

Jay Gee : NO LEADER!!!

Do not believe the picture! it does not come with the leader. Other than that it's a good looking chatterbait. I have not caught anything with it yet. looking forward to trying it on the lake this weekend.

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.

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.

Peter : Still attractive to Bass in fall

Even with the fall and winter upon us this chatter bait with a white swim has continued to produce wide mouth and stripey bass.

Wish I had purchased more as I lost mine

Eric Bressi : RIP $12

Was great until I lost it today snagged on a log on the bottom of the lake. RIP $12

JUSTIN FERGUSON : Works great

Works great

A. C. Santos : Fish whisperer!

Talks to the fish!

Amazon Customer : Item not as advertised

Item pictured isnt what i received. Extra worm pictured with lure was not included.

Daniel Echavarria : Excellent

Excellent, never used a chatter bait before, I used a zako Yamamoto as a trailer with it and in the 3 first casts I pulled 2 bass, one of 3 pounds and another of 4.93 pounds

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

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

Chris fox : Great for spring time bass

The color is accurate I got this cause I have four other ones and I love them especially for largemouth bass

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.

Amazon Customer : Missing trailer

I didn’t get the trailer that was supposed to come with it.

Doug : Missing parts

Only received the lure. Didn’t come with trailer like in the picture and description

Jon V. : Did not come as pictured!

This lure did not come with the rubber body as shown in photo!

Amazon Customer : Missing trailer

I didn’t get the trailer that was supposed to come with it.

Doug : Missing parts

Only received the lure. Didn’t come with trailer like in the picture and description

Shane Dennis : It’s ZMan…..enough said

It’s an honest to goodness real ZMan lure.

Lauren V : Does not come as shown

Does not come with trailer as shown in photo. One reason I got this

Robert : Catch More fish, at a great price.

Love a Chatterbait and this is a great price. Chatterbaits have become my go to baits in replace of most spinnerbaits. When rigged with a trailer, like a swimming minnow/money minnow or Biffle Bug, this thing is killer. You will catch fish on this lure without a trailer, but when a trailer is added I believe it can replace your spinner baits in most circumstances.

Doug : Missing parts

Only received the lure. Didn’t come with trailer like in the picture and description

M. Belken : Good, prefer Elite

Good selection of colors to match bait fish. Great flash and noise.

M. Belken : Good, prefer Elite

Good selection of colors to match bait fish. Great flash and noise.

Jo : It catch big bass

Bass love to bit this color. No more spinner bait after I use this one .

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

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.

John : Good bait

I have a pile of these

MDscienceteacher : Flip the color pattern!

I love chatterbaits, but this one bugs me in that the color pattern is reversed when properly rigged. The lure is darker on the bottom than on the top. I feel like that defeats the purpose! Otherwise this works like any chatterbait should...

Doug : Missing parts

Only received the lure. Didn’t come with trailer like in the picture and description

Danny D : Better than a spinner bait

John : Good bait

I have a pile of these

Ed L. : A go to bait.

Very resilient, adapts to weighted hook or jig head

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.

Ed L. : A go to bait.

Very resilient, adapts to weighted hook or jig head

Ed L. : A go to bait.

Very resilient, adapts to weighted hook or jig head

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.

M. Belken : Good, prefer Elite

Good selection of colors to match bait fish. Great flash and noise.

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.

MJ-54 : You WILL catch Bass with these guys!

Eric Bressi : RIP $12

Was great until I lost it today snagged on a log on the bottom of the lake. RIP $12

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