NIKKO HELLGRAMMITE 3" Floating Scented Super Durable Soft Bait review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

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Super soft & stretchy. Lasts many times longer than other plastics
Naturally scented. No liquids. Just stretch to refresh scent
Floating material
Will not harm fish or animals if ingested
Free of plastisols & environmental hormones

Size: 3". 4 baits per pack. Just like the real thing, fish just can’t pass these baits up. Both largemouth and smallmouth love these baits, as do large crappie as well. Fish like live bait, on jigs, ned rigs, TZ rigged, or even topwater. These baits produce. Floating. Scented. Super stretchy and long lasting. You’ll go through a lot of fish before the bait gives out. Like all our baits, completely free of plastisols, environmental hormones and other toxins.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 5.25 x 0.63 inches; 1 Ounces
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 15, 2016
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Nikko Kasei
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B077SP88W4

Q:

How do you rig them up?

Answer: I’ve Texas rigged it on a 1 EWG HOOK, not easy to do. Also on a 1/8 oz jig head. I read somewhere that wetting the hook helps, need to try that.

Answer: You can fish them like a real one (hooked through the collar) or wacky rig or hook them to a jig head. Any way you want, really.

Answer: Texas rigged on a size 1 worm hook.

Answer: Best with a jig like zman mushroom head circle hook

Q:

Is this price for one?

Answer: 4 in a pack

Answer: 5

Q:

what size jighead works best with this bait? 1/8, 1/16,1/32?

Answer: Depends ifishing in a stream or lake. I use a 1/16 or 1/8 mostly. It is by far the best river bait for smallmouth

Answer: It all depends on the current and water depth. I mostly fish the Potomac River which is pretty shallow and I usually use 1/16 but will go to 1/8 if it is not getting to the bottom because of depth or current. I usually cast them into the riffles and let them drift into the deeper pools at the end. IIRC, these are made out of pretty tough rubber, so I never Texas rigged them because I thought it would be too tough to pull the hook through on the hook set. I suppose you could do a Texas rig with the hook all the way through and just tucked into a tiny bit of the skin, I forget what this is called.

Answer: I personally prefer about 1/8 but so many work really well I'll also throw it weightless at times and let it float on top of the water

Answer: i use 1/16 mostly. depends how fast you want it to sink and how deep

Q:

is this any good for catfish?

Answer: It's amazing for bass. Ive caught sunfish, flounder, and sand trout on them as well. They probably are NOT the best bait for catfish, but catfish are known to hit lures from time to time, so it's still possible.

Answer: I have caught a few catfish on them

Q:

Do these float?

Answer: They most definitely float if rigged weightless. I have had great success when wading creeks and small rivers. The package they come in even says they float. I’ve caught the most fish with a small split shot and letting it sink slowly.

Answer: NO, BUT YOU DON'T WANT THEM TO FLOAT. USE WITH SPLIT SHOT APPROX. ONE FOOT FROM HELLGRAMMITE.

Answer: They are pretty heavy. Depending on which hook you use, it’s possible. However, not likely. We have had great success using these!! They’re so tough and you can catch numerous fish on the same bait.

Answer: Yes if rigged weightless , I usally texas rig them with a 3/8 or 1/4 oz weight if I want to get them down in the water column faster

Answer: Yes which gives them a great action and a lot more versatility in how you can rig it!

Answer: No

Answer: No they sink.

Q:

The product description says there are 4 baits per pack, but most of, if not all the customer reviews say there are 5 baits per pack. Is it 4 or 5?

Answer: I have ordered 2 packs of these baits so far and both of the packs that I received have contained 4 baits per pack.

Q:

Do you get 4 lures for 7.29

Answer: 5 i think

Answer: Yes

Q:

How many per pack?

Answer: I've only ever received 4 in a pack.

Answer: five

Q:

Are these baits made from Elaztech like Z-man baits?

Answer: NO, these are much better! They last longer and don't deform when stretched! Even better, they are safe for the environment and biodegradable!

Answer: No these dont contain any toxins are biodegradable and are stronger with a more realistic movement.

Q:

What's the size ?

Answer: They are all one size, about 3". They catch fish, just hard to thread hook through.

Answer: About 3" it is an exact match up to the live ones we sell in our tackle store i love them!

Q:

If you buy these from bass pro shop you get 15 for just under six bucks. Has anybody used both of these and is one better than the other?

Answer: I've bought both, the bass pro ones are not as tough as the Nikko's! My buddy pulled on the bass pro, to see how stretchy they were, compared to the Nikko's. The bass pro came apart after just a little pressure! Whereas the Nikko stretched at least 12" and never came apart! Sure ya only get 7 in the Nikko's, vs 15 in the bass pro, but for my money I'll stay with the Nikko's!

Answer: I haven’t used the BassPro brand but would almost guarantee you these are better. Unless your line breaks, you can catch 100+ bass on just one. Not one bag, but just one bait!

Answer: The ones from Nikki really last and when you stretch them they release a scent. But to be honest I catch alot more with BassPros. I use them all the time

Q:

For Nikko. When are your baits going to be available with free Prime shipping?

Q:

What size rod and line weight works best with 3 in hellgrammite?

Answer: I ultra lite rod and reel with 4 or 6 lb. Line.

Q:

How many are in a package ?

Q:

Would these be good lures for fishing in lakes or ponds? Or, are they meant for river fishing?

Answer: I've fished these A LOT in ponds and small lakes. They do amazingly well in any body of water. I've even caught saltwater species on them.

Answer: I use these in all types of bodies of water, I have been slaying fish with them in ponds, rivers and lakes.

Answer: Any body of water they work great. I use them for fun and tournament fishing on deep clear water and muddy and stained water.

Answer: I’ve only seen them used in Rivers .. But I will try them in the local ponds .

Answer: Rivers and streams are great with these but anything near the bank will be entertained by these.

Answer: Yes yes and yes these will work for all of those applications!

Q:

how many in a package?

Answer: It comes with 4. Do not mix them with other soft plastics because the hellgrammites melt. They’re super durable and you’ll probably never rip one.

Answer: 4

Answer: 5 per packege

Q:

How does the hook attach to this lure?

Answer: You can rig this bait in many ways. Nose hook or texas are the ways I do it. There are videos on Nikko's Facebook page that could help you.

Answer: I just go through it like a Ned rig but also use it on a drop shot or Texas rig.

Answer: Similar to that of a rubber worm. Best to use a weedless jighead

Q:

what is a good size hook for these?

Answer: Best is Zman 1/10 bed rig hook. 2nd option is #1 glock. Best smallmouth bait on the market!

Q:

how long are they ?

Answer: 3 inches

Henry : Highly Recommend!

These Nikko soft plastics are amazing! They are biodisengradable some have U.V. properties which allow them to glow in darker waters they are super durable dont slip around on the hook stretch them to release more scent as long as you dont break them off you can catch literally 100s of fish per a plastic unheard of!

pete : Great bait

Hellgrammite is an effective and durable bait.

Travis Bruno : Natural hellgrammite

The best soft plastic in the galaxy

kerry lesher : Great lure

Great for bass

Joseph Cain : they catch all types of fish

great for creek fishing. paired with a 1/8 jighead, they catch all the types in the creek and not only small ones

jesse perkins : Great for catching bass

Hellgramites definitely work for getting bites and these appear to be of great quality, just don’t store them together with other plastics as they don’t mix well with other types of material and can melt and become unusable

Boyd96 : True to life hellgrammite lures!

Though I haven't caught any big bass on these hellgrammites, yet. I'm getting a lot of nibbles and bites - mostly from pan fish. I still have to get the "hookset" just right.

V. Helton : Great lures!

Love these! Will buy again!

Wade : Catch some fish with this!

Great

Henry : Awesome Soft plastics

These Nikko soft plastics are amazing! They are biodisengradable some have U.V. properties which allow them to glow in darker waters they are super durable dont slip around on the hook stretch them to release more scent as long as you dont break them off you can catch literally 100s of fish per a plastic unheard of!

Raptor : almost unfair

I also saw these on you tube creek fishing adventure. They work so well that i feel like i'm cheating when i use them. They will last forever and only if you get hung up will you need to buy more. That is when they feel expensive. I love them. i haven't had any melt on me but i dont keep my tackle in direct sun.

Big-D : Works great super durable

Awesome lure catches ton of fish I bought all the colors and used the on my YouTube channel " Fishing_With_Big-D "

Doug M : Absolutely the best soft bait I've ever used.

I saw the Nikko hellgrammite used in a video and decided to give it a go after trying other brands with so-so success. After 2 trips to my favorite smallie river I'm completely sold!! 1st off, these are super tough! Just getting them rigged with a 1/16oz, 1/0 jig head was a bit of a challenge. Once done it was off to the river. I landed 24 smallies the 1st Saturday and 16 the following Sat. All were good size and not once did the bait get torn up or tear off. AMAZING!! Not only do they produce but they save me an hour or more seining for live hellies before I even wet a line. Worth every penny!!

Amazon Customer : Super!

I bought this color after having a great experience with another color (natural) first. The results.....every bit as good as the first time around. Whatever the manufacturer did to this bait, it works like crazy and is miles ahead of other hellgrammite type of baits I have tried. One pack lasts a long time. I've now fished the hellgrammites long enough to absolutely say that not only do the catch more fish, they also save me time and money....so I can catch more fish!

Thomas Lott : Great Lure!!!

I kill bass with this lure. I learned about it from this guy on social media and it really does work in the right conditions. Practice with it in some clear water to see how it floats because the balance is great with the right sized hook.

Ronnie Barksdale : Fish love's them!

These things work and don't bite like the real ones. Fish don't seem to notice the difference from the real ones. It's almost impossible to destroy these!

Marco A : Best plastics!! So durable

Wow the durability of these plastics doesn't compare to any other brands this is hands down the best plastics. Smallmouth bass love these, check out my catches with Hellgrammites on my insta @bassinwithmarco

William Vest : Finally a plastic that wont hurt the fish!

These baits are so amazing. First time I went and used these I cought 4 fish in 5 casts! These things are super durable I read they have over 25lbs of breaking strength. Plus they are biodegradable and healthy for the fish if one does break off.

I highly recommend checking these out they are absolutely worth it!

This is my 5th pack of these, I have had so much success this pack is for my mother in law!

Michael Radford : Good lure to catch a variety of fish

Very durable awesome lure will catch just about everything

Crazyass old Veteran! : Try em, you'll love em!

Great for creek fishin!

Henry : Highly Recommend!

These Nikko soft plastics are amazing! They are biodisengradable some have U.V. properties which allow them to glow in darker waters they are super durable dont slip around on the hook stretch them to release more scent as long as you dont break them off you can catch literally 100s of fish per a plastic unheard of!

Jose C. : Best baits I have ever used

Incredible! These things catch fish! Super durable and great for the environment. I love them.

David : Great product!!

This product catches fish! Works with bass, shell crackers, and catfish. Indestructible!!! Bought two packs and expect them to last me a couple of years!

Anonymous : Not for Texas rigging

So this stuff is extremely durable but that creates its own faults. I typically like to fish small baits like this on a 1/0 worm hook Texas rigged. Getting the hook through this material was tough and it doesn’t slide back the hook when you get a bite because the material really sticks tight to the hook.

I would only recommend this of drop shot or a jig head. If you don’t get stuck and lose them they will last a long time. Unfortunately the old jig head likes to find rocks and they are pricey for only 4. You will probably lose them before they wear out.

Other hellgrammites on the market are the gulp which are the farthest thing from durable and don’t look as nice. The basspro ones are great for Texas rigging and catch a lot of fish. They don’t look nearly as authentic as these but are more of a typical soft plastic.

Hope this helps.

Goran : river bass loves these things

This one is a killer for bass in rivers.

Duck68 : Great Bait, best day fishing ever!

I have use this soft plastic bait for quite a few outings now, and I love it! There are not many others using it in my area, so the fish love it too. When the small mouth hit this bait, they destroy it, I've never had a bait hit so hard before! It gets hit so hard the fish take drag before I set the hook! Amazing bait!
It works from the bank, wading in the creek or river, from boat too. I have caught, small mouth, large mouth, sunfish, perch, and northern pike. I usually fish the Upper Niagara River, above the falls, and have also used it in the tributaries of lake Erie, and Ontario. This bait plain works, couldn't recommend this highly enough, absolutely buy these baits....they flat out work, and are worth every penny!

Zak : this lure did not work for me at all

I was excited to use these as they seem to crush it for the YouTubers but they were a bust for me. Too expensive

Doug M : Absolutely the best soft bait I've ever used.

I saw the Nikko hellgrammite used in a video and decided to give it a go after trying other brands with so-so success. After 2 trips to my favorite smallie river I'm completely sold!! 1st off, these are super tough! Just getting them rigged with a 1/16oz, 1/0 jig head was a bit of a challenge. Once done it was off to the river. I landed 24 smallies the 1st Saturday and 16 the following Sat. All were good size and not once did the bait get torn up or tear off. AMAZING!! Not only do they produce but they save me an hour or more seining for live hellies before I even wet a line. Worth every penny!!

Kindle Customer : Good Bait

I use these as a ned rig and the bass love them. No monsters yet but I keeping them in the water. If a down side, price and number per bag.

D.I.Y : Worth The buy

Catch everything on these hellgrammaites,

Will L. : Way better than I thought

I was told to purchase these if i wanted to catch some smallmouth bass. I hesitated based on the price and these only being a 4 pack. I still think they are a little pricey based on the qty, but they are one of the best soft plastic lures I have fished.

Size: Perfect
Durability: Unbelievable
Price: Fair ( only because they are so tuff)

I fish this bait on a flat head jig with brush guard. The presentation keeps the bait up and down creating action in the moving water of the small creeks in my area. Apply the do nothing presentation and bam ! FISH ON !

John in N.H. : Still an AMAZING Lure ! GET IT NOW !!!!

Fisherman often overlook this insects as a bait...Well... DON'T !!!! Trout and Bass, (especially Smallmouth) CRUSH these lures!!! If you get a hit, it is always savage!. Trout are very aggressive on these as well up here in NH Rivers. These Lures give you 1 problem...THEY are TOUGH to get on the hook !, It feels more like inserting a hook into soft car tire! The hook basically bounces right back out...If you lube(spit) on the hook as you insert it, it helps. It almost feels like solid surgical tubing(silicone?)...It's a GOOD thing though, because The lures have shown NO Wear,cuts or deforming after at least 30 fish so far! Impressive!. The Lures FLOAT, even with a 3/0 small rubber worm hook, they will suspend at 1ft with a small split shot weight. I have ordered some weighted worm hooks and will update as to how they work. Manufacturer states you can stretch the lure to revive the built in scent...well I got no way to prove or disprove that...ALL I know is they work, and are rugged as can be!. Great value. and a great bait for the slow days. If you can, try them, You will agree! Please let me know your results too, if you can! Thanks! Happy Fishin' ! - Johnny NH

Henry : Wicked Soft Plastics!

These Nikko soft plastics are amazing! They are biodisengradable some have U.V. properties which allow them to glow in darker waters they are super durable dont slip around on the hook stretch them to release more scent as long as you dont break them off you can catch literally 100s of fish per a plastic unheard of!

Shawn Hensley : Bad little Bug!!!!

Absolutely amazed by the durability and efficiency of this bait. I rigged mine to have a slow drop into cover like rocks and downed trees with great success! Bass have had a hard time avoiding this very natural presentation. I purchased one pack of the natural color and I haven’t replaced one yet but, I’m certainly getting my money’s worth. I strongly encourage anyone who enjoys a finesse approach from time to time, this is my new go to!

Denali Dreamin' : Smallmouth money!

Perfect for Idaho smallies!!

Tony Wedding : Should be a productive lure

Although I have yet to utilize it the feel and ease of applying to hook should make it an easy lure to use. Also according to videos I have watched it should be a productive lure.

Brenda T. : Awesome bait!!

These lures catch fish!! They are durable and get many bites off of the lure and the fish love them!! Awesome deal and I will purchase again!!

Crazyass old Veteran! : Killer lures, y'all need these!

These things are virtually indestructible! Only downside is stringing them on the hooks! Deadly on Smallies!

Whitney H. : This is a Great Bait

30+lb dinosaur on 8lb test line. Stressed my equipment so much that the hook snapped in two when I removed it for release. You cannot kill these lures. Popped it back onto another hook and ready to go again. Catfish, smallies, large mouth... they all go for it.

Whitney H. : This is a Great Bait

30+lb dinosaur on 8lb test line. Stressed my equipment so much that the hook snapped in two when I removed it for release. You cannot kill these lures. Popped it back onto another hook and ready to go again. Catfish, smallies, large mouth... they all go for it.

Jbill : Great

Works great for bluegill and other pan fish very tough and catch many fish on one bait

Jbill : Great

Works great for many species of pan fish even a bass or 2

MawMaw2005 : Fish love them too

Husband loves them

Raptor : almost unfair

I also saw these on you tube creek fishing adventure. They work so well that i feel like i'm cheating when i use them. They will last forever and only if you get hung up will you need to buy more. That is when they feel expensive. I love them. i haven't had any melt on me but i dont keep my tackle in direct sun.

Jose C. : Best baits I have ever used

Incredible! These things catch fish! Super durable and great for the environment. I love them.

Henry : Highly Recommend!

These Nikko soft plastics are amazing! They are biodisengradable some have U.V. properties which allow them to glow in darker waters they are super durable dont slip around on the hook stretch them to release more scent as long as you dont break them off you can catch literally 100s of fish per a plastic unheard of!

Anonymous : Not for Texas rigging

So this stuff is extremely durable but that creates its own faults. I typically like to fish small baits like this on a 1/0 worm hook Texas rigged. Getting the hook through this material was tough and it doesn’t slide back the hook when you get a bite because the material really sticks tight to the hook.

I would only recommend this of drop shot or a jig head. If you don’t get stuck and lose them they will last a long time. Unfortunately the old jig head likes to find rocks and they are pricey for only 4. You will probably lose them before they wear out.

Other hellgrammites on the market are the gulp which are the farthest thing from durable and don’t look as nice. The basspro ones are great for Texas rigging and catch a lot of fish. They don’t look nearly as authentic as these but are more of a typical soft plastic.

Hope this helps.

Boyd96 : True to life hellgrammite lures!

Though I haven't caught any big bass on these hellgrammites, yet. I'm getting a lot of nibbles and bites - mostly from pan fish. I still have to get the "hookset" just right.

Wade : Catch some fish with this!

Great

John in N.H. : Still an AMAZING Lure ! GET IT NOW !!!!

Fisherman often overlook this insects as a bait...Well... DON'T !!!! Trout and Bass, (especially Smallmouth) CRUSH these lures!!! If you get a hit, it is always savage!. Trout are very aggressive on these as well up here in NH Rivers. These Lures give you 1 problem...THEY are TOUGH to get on the hook !, It feels more like inserting a hook into soft car tire! The hook basically bounces right back out...If you lube(spit) on the hook as you insert it, it helps. It almost feels like solid surgical tubing(silicone?)...It's a GOOD thing though, because The lures have shown NO Wear,cuts or deforming after at least 30 fish so far! Impressive!. The Lures FLOAT, even with a 3/0 small rubber worm hook, they will suspend at 1ft with a small split shot weight. I have ordered some weighted worm hooks and will update as to how they work. Manufacturer states you can stretch the lure to revive the built in scent...well I got no way to prove or disprove that...ALL I know is they work, and are rugged as can be!. Great value. and a great bait for the slow days. If you can, try them, You will agree! Please let me know your results too, if you can! Thanks! Happy Fishin' ! - Johnny NH

NIKKO HELLGRAMMITE 3" Floating Scented Super Durable Soft Bait review and price compare 2025

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Questions about NIKKO HELLGRAMMITE 3" Floating Scented Super Durable Soft Bait

How do you rig them up?

Is this price for one?

what size jighead works best with this bait? 1/8, 1/16,1/32?

is this any good for catfish?

Do these float?

The product description says there are 4 baits per pack, but most of, if not all the customer reviews say there are 5 baits per pack. Is it 4 or 5?

Do you get 4 lures for 7.29

How many per pack?

Are these baits made from Elaztech like Z-man baits?

What's the size ?

If you buy these from bass pro shop you get 15 for just under six bucks. Has anybody used both of these and is one better than the other?

For Nikko. When are your baits going to be available with free Prime shipping?

What size rod and line weight works best with 3 in hellgrammite?

How many are in a package ?

Would these be good lures for fishing in lakes or ponds? Or, are they meant for river fishing?

how many in a package?

How does the hook attach to this lure?

what is a good size hook for these?

how long are they ?

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