Piscifun Phantom X 5.3:1 Baitcasting Reel, 18lb Carbon Drag, Carbon Reel Handle, Centrifugal Brake Low Profile Baitcaster Fishing Reels review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

Brand	Piscifun
Material	Stainless Steel, Carbon
Hand Orientation	Left Hand
Color	Blue Black
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	6.9 Ounces
Fishing Line Type	Braided
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Reliable and Smooth - 4 -disc carbon fiber drag washers give the Phantom X baitcaster up to 18lbs stopping power to chase the big fish. 7 +1 double shielded stainless steel bearings provide ultra smooth retrieve even under heavy load
Stronger and Lighter- Piscifun Phantom X baitcast reel features premium quality Hamai Cut brass gears for higher strength. Low profile frame, CNC hollowed spool and carbon fiber crank handle make the reel weigh only 6.9oz
PERFORMANCE - Low profile design bait caster featuring 5.3:1 gear ratios specifically designed for the versatile angler.
Centrifugal Brake System - 6-pin easy to access centrifugal brake gives you dynamic brake power. If you are starters for baitcaster reel, we suggest you set it at 3 which will give you legit casting performance without backlash
Perfect Palm Fit - The low profile baitcasting reel is super compact, paired with sleek side plate, gives you super comfortable and perfect palm feeling

Product Description

Super Low Profile - Inspired Under the Strong Request of the Daily Anglers !

Perfect Palm Fit


CNC Aircraft-grade Duralumin spool that starts and accelerates faster than large spools.	Feels better, performs better. Barely seen on other baitcasting reels.	Super easy to cast with its oversized line guide.	Significant weight reduction without sacrificing strength and durability



Target Species	All Species	Mainly for Bass & Other Freshwater	Largemouth / Samllmouth Bass	Largemouth / Samllmouth Bass	All Species	Mainly for Bass & Other Freshwater
Rod Length	6'8" - 7'6"	6'10" - 7'9"	7'	7'	6'9" - 7'	6'9" - 7'
Rod Power	Medium; Medium Heavy; Heavy	Medium; Medium Heavy; Heavy	Medium Heavy	Medium	Medium; Medium Heavy	Medium; Medium Heavy
Rod Action	Moderate Fast;Fast	Moderate Fast;Fast;Extra Fast	Fast	Fast	Moderate Fast	Fast
Blank Technology	IM6 Carbon Blank	IM7 Carbon Blank	IM7 Carbon Blank	IM7 Carbon Blank	Graphite and Fiberglass	IM7 Carbon Blank
Rod Guides	9+Tip	8+Tip	11+Tip	11+Tip	8+Tip	8+Tip
Rod Handle	high-density EVA	golf Grip	cork Handle	high-density EVA	high-density EVA

Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 15, 2019
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Piscifun
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07T2PG2KF

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Warning: On the basis of Proposition 65 of California Law, this product may expose you to the chemicals such as lead which is known to the State of California can cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Q:

how does the side plate come off?I have pressed, pushed, and tryed to turn it and nothing happens. I dont need to pry it off do I?

Answer: Push up on the little lever on the bottom of the side plate near the front of the reel. Then turn the whole side plate down. Mine moves pretty easily.

Answer: No dont pry it off, push the release and then rotate counter clock wise, it should come off, push with your thumb right out above the release. Hope that helps you

Answer: You press the little latch at the bottom and then just push/slide the side plate ,nose first .

Answer: It turns down, just hold the reel in your left hand like you are reeling, take your right hand and pointer finger and reach over press the button. Now use your left thumb and press down on the top of the side plate(the pointed end it should slide down and stop. They are tight the first couple of times you remove it,even when you pull out on it wiggle the side plate while pulling away from the spool.

Answer: Hold down the on the little lock on the side plate and then turn the sideplate downwards. That should open it right up.

Q:

Whats the best rob to use on this reel

Answer: A crank bait rod. Lower gear ratios are best for crank baits

Q:

how does the side plate come off?I have pressed, pushed, and tryed to turn it and nothing happens. I dont need to pry it off do I?

Answer: Push up on the little lever on the bottom of the side plate near the front of the reel. Then turn the whole side plate down. Mine moves pretty easily.

Answer: No dont pry it off, push the release and then rotate counter clock wise, it should come off, push with your thumb right out above the release. Hope that helps you

Answer: You press the little latch at the bottom and then just push/slide the side plate ,nose first .

Answer: It turns down, just hold the reel in your left hand like you are reeling, take your right hand and pointer finger and reach over press the button. Now use your left thumb and press down on the top of the side plate(the pointed end it should slide down and stop. They are tight the first couple of times you remove it,even when you pull out on it wiggle the side plate while pulling away from the spool.

Answer: Hold down the on the little lock on the side plate and then turn the sideplate downwards. That should open it right up.

Q:

Where are Piscifun reels made?

Answer: China like most reels

Q:

What is the best ratio for lipless bait, chatter ait and crankbait and jerk baits

Answer: The 6-3-1 gear ratio would be ideal it’s the in between speed. The 5-3-1 would also be good for crankbaits,spinnerbaits as it’s a slower real. Hope it helps

Answer: The faster the reel the better.

Q:

Witch gear ratio is best for crankbaits and chatterbait

Answer: The 5.3:1 is best for cranking the 6.3:1 or the 7.6:1 is best for chatterbaits but for both I would get the 6.3:1.

Answer: 6.4 is good for chatterbaits and the 5.3 for the crankbaits

Answer: Square bills, spinnerbaits and Chatterbaits use the 6:3.1 or burnt orange Phantom X. Deep cranking or large swimbaits use the Blue Phantom X.

Q:

Would this work for muskies?

Answer: Sure, it’s a good reel

Q:

Whats the difference between the torrent and the phantom bait casting reels

Answer: The phantom is an all carbon reel, different brake system, much lighter, it can be tricky to set but once you dial it in you won't put it down, pair it with a 7'1 serpent rod you will be amazed!

Q:

One brake system,so the side plate does not come off? i have had no reslauts trying the latch and turning it.

Answer: Yes the side plate comes off and u can control the break system

Answer: Hold the latch down then push down right above latch

Q:

Is the pinion supported on both ends with the Phantom X?

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Is there a flipping switch?

Answer: No. No flipping switch, but a great little reel for the money.

Answer: No. Not a lot of bells and whistles on this reel. But I feel that this reel out performs other, more expensive reels.

Q:

Does this reel come any kind warranty ?

Answer: what is wrong with the reel

Q:

Having an issue with the side plate doesn't seem to matter what position the side plate release button is in I can still remove it anyone else notice?

Answer: check to make sure your tab is not broken

Q:

Salt water reel?

Q:

Can you put 30 lb test on it?

Answer: I'm pretty sure that you can. This reel has a deep spool, but thicker line can sometime effect casting distance and line capacity.

Q:

I can't get the left cover off, whats the trick?

Answer: On the bottom of the side plate there’s a button. Press and hold while twisting and pushing the side plate down.

Paul S. : broke before first use

when I tried to take the sideplate off, it broke. The plastic outer shell broke off from the inner mechanism that locks it down onto the reel

Brian Butters : Feels super cheap, casts like a dream. Launches casts a country mile without backlash. Impressed

Bought this reel not expecting much. Didn't like how cheap it feels in the hand. Not too ecstatic about the play in the handle, but once I started casting, all my disappointment disappeared. This is a great casting and smooth retrieving reel. Launches casts a mile. I cant say how long it will be without failure, but im hoping for the best. If this lasts 2 years, it will be one of the best values in baitcast reels. Id damn sure buy more, the price is very reasonable for the product. Its actually a great deal....... ad long as it holds up over time.

Amazon Customer : ????????

Great baitcaster, gear ratio is perfect, above and beyond on detail on this real.

fx4 : Quality at a great price!

Quality at a spectacular price. Watch ABU Garcia and Shimano! A $60.00 reel that is compareable to $300.00 reels. Quality build, smooth operation, 3 different gear ratios.

smj316 : Seems like a winner!

I have not fished with it yet but it feels good in the hand and operates smoothly. This is my second Piscifun reel and they seem like a decent quality budget friendly reel.

Nature Boy : Amazing value

Super smooth and beautiful reel. The blue looks amazing on my StCroix legend. Nice to have your choice of gear ratio too. This is inexpensive, but it is NOT a cheap reel.

Paul S. : broke before first use

when I tried to take the sideplate off, it broke. The plastic outer shell broke off from the inner mechanism that locks it down onto the reel

Amazon Customer : Good reel great price

Great reel only used it a couple weeks so well see how if it holds up.

Joseph : Good value

Great reel, I wish I had just a little more adjustments, but other than that it does what you want it to do.

Capt Scott Taylor : Awesome gears, incredible power

This has been a great reel for any presentation like slow-rolling swimbaits, big topwater “walk the dog” baits, wakebaits, and I really like it for dragging a big cut-tail worm over shell beds nice and slow. Lots of power to get these big FL bass up out of grass and into the boat but slow enough that I can fish relaxed and not force myself to “fish slow.”

Cheryl D. : Fast shipping and well packaged

My son got this for his fishing. He has been using it a lot and is very happy. It has caught lots of fish and he found a good price on Amazon. He is very interested in his fishing hobby so excited to encourage him with new tools.

Larry : smooth reel

great reel for price ordered the phantom also

Riley Stoner : Noisy

The bearings on the spool are noisy, otherwise great reel. Hoping the company will send me a replacement spool.

Mike Fuentes : TERRIBLE

The centrifugal compartment almost impossible to open cheap plastic - nothing like the PISCIFUN PHANTOM
My PISCIFUN PHANTOM - rock solid
THIS ONE is true garbage

Ricky : Excellent reel for price

This is one of the smoothest reels I have ever owned. I paired it with 7' medium rod to use as a crank bait rod and reel. I spooled it with 12lb test line. Got to the lake to test it out. It took several cast to get the Centrifugal Brake System set up not to backlash. Once I got it set up correctly, didn't have any more backlashes. This reel is with out a doubt a great reel to have in your lineup of rod and reels. I will be purchasing more in the future.

Brian Butters : Feels super cheap, casts like a dream. Launches casts a country mile without backlash. Impressed

Bought this reel not expecting much. Didn't like how cheap it feels in the hand. Not too ecstatic about the play in the handle, but once I started casting, all my disappointment disappeared. This is a great casting and smooth retrieving reel. Launches casts a mile. I cant say how long it will be without failure, but im hoping for the best. If this lasts 2 years, it will be one of the best values in baitcast reels. Id damn sure buy more, the price is very reasonable for the product. Its actually a great deal....... ad long as it holds up over time.

Barney : WOW what a smooth action.

Smooth solid and a pleasure to use. This is my 5th piscifun reel to my collection. I have spinning reels as well. Can not fault the action, drag or feel of any. A pure delight

Capt Scott Taylor : Awesome gears, incredible power

This has been a great reel for any presentation like slow-rolling swimbaits, big topwater “walk the dog” baits, wakebaits, and I really like it for dragging a big cut-tail worm over shell beds nice and slow. Lots of power to get these big FL bass up out of grass and into the boat but slow enough that I can fish relaxed and not force myself to “fish slow.”

Orleans1971 : How does Piscifun do it?

Thanks to this company for keeping fishing affordable. They somehow produce good quality products at affordable pricing. The Phantom X is a fine example. I purchased the 5.3:1 gear ratio for throwing spinnerbaits and chatterbaits. The reel was easy to setup. It casts really far, and I mean really far. Plenty of cranking power to bring in large fish. Haven’t had a chance test out the upper limits of the drag, but when does that ever happen in real world situations? Keep up producing quality products like this and the bam will become a fishing household name.

Cheryl D. : Fast shipping and well packaged

My son got this for his fishing. He has been using it a lot and is very happy. It has caught lots of fish and he found a good price on Amazon. He is very interested in his fishing hobby so excited to encourage him with new tools.

Melena Paradee : Good inexpensive reel.

Good for the money better than I expected.

Capt Scott Taylor : Awesome gears, incredible power

This has been a great reel for any presentation like slow-rolling swimbaits, big topwater “walk the dog” baits, wakebaits, and I really like it for dragging a big cut-tail worm over shell beds nice and slow. Lots of power to get these big FL bass up out of grass and into the boat but slow enough that I can fish relaxed and not force myself to “fish slow.”

David Russell : Very nice for the price

These reels rival what I've experienced with more expensive reels.

M.E.jordo : Great reel, just add some oil

I love the reel, it works great and feels great. The only thing I found was that I needed to oil it up out of the box. It buzzed on each cast so I broke it down and now its smooth and quiet! Taken it out a few times and have had no issues. Very happy with it for the money, thinking about a different ratio for the next one.

Piscifun Phantom X 5.3:1 Baitcasting Reel, 18lb Carbon Drag, Carbon Reel Handle, Centrifugal Brake Low Profile Baitcaster Fishing Reels review and price compare 2025

Product overview

product features

Product Description

Super Low Profile - Inspired Under the Strong Request of the Daily Anglers !

Perfect Palm Fit

product description

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important information

Important information

Legal Disclaimer

Questions about Piscifun Phantom X 5.3:1 Baitcasting Reel, 18lb Carbon Drag, Carbon Reel Handle, Centrifugal Brake Low Profile Baitcaster Fishing Reels

how does the side plate come off?I have pressed, pushed, and tryed to turn it and nothing happens. I dont need to pry it off do I?

Whats the best rob to use on this reel

how does the side plate come off?I have pressed, pushed, and tryed to turn it and nothing happens. I dont need to pry it off do I?

Where are Piscifun reels made?

What is the best ratio for lipless bait, chatter ait and crankbait and jerk baits

Witch gear ratio is best for crankbaits and chatterbait

Would this work for muskies?

Whats the difference between the torrent and the phantom bait casting reels

One brake system,so the side plate does not come off? i have had no reslauts trying the latch and turning it.

Is the pinion supported on both ends with the Phantom X?

Is there a flipping switch?

Does this reel come any kind warranty ?

Having an issue with the side plate doesn't seem to matter what position the side plate release button is in I can still remove it anyone else notice?

Salt water reel?

Can you put 30 lb test on it?

I can't get the left cover off, whats the trick?

Product reviews of Piscifun Phantom X 5.3:1 Baitcasting Reel, 18lb Carbon Drag, Carbon Reel Handle, Centrifugal Brake Low Profile Baitcaster Fishing Reels