Best-of guide
Right, here's the lot. Every bit of lures we've dug into, ranked by our on-paper score — that's our own desk research on specs, build and price across five things: product quality, performance, how much it helps you catch, ease of use and value for money. We haven't bank-tested these, so treat it as a smart shortlist, not gospel.
Top of the pile right now: Daiwa Daiwa Prorex Classic Shad (8.6/10) and Daiwa Daiwa Prorex Duckfin Shad (8.6/10). Tap into any review for the full lowdown, the comparison and a buying checklist.
Top tip: match the kit to how and where you actually fish before chasing the highest number. A cracking bit of gear for big open waters can be overkill on a snug club pond. How we score.
86%Daiwa
Prorex Classic Shad / Duck Fin
A Duck Fin paddle tail, flanking body action and scope for slow or lively retrieves make this a handy soft plastic for your predator box. Just leave room in the budget for the rigging.
86%Daiwa
Range overview; 9 cm Spotted Mullet pack details highlighted
A soft shad with a distinctive tail, rolling action and useful rigging options. A cracking fit for pike and zander fishing when you want to change your approach without changing the whole lure box.