Tired of wasting money on junk lures? Try These! We’ve searched high and low for the best lures that won’t break the bank and still catch a ton of fish. From swimbaits, to worms, to creatures, each of these baits have proven themselves over time, and they’re affordable too!

Not all baits are created equal… Some expensive baits are junk and some cheap baits are amazing! We’re always looking for budget friendly lures that catch fish and hold up to use. You’ll be shocked at which baits make the cut, and which baits don’t. These are our favorites budget soft baits for 2024!

Below you’ll find links to the exact baits and components, in the order we talked about them. We’ve included our favorite colors and sizes where applicable to make it even easier for you to get the right gear. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

*PREVIOUS BUYER’S GUIDES…*
Buyer’s Guide: $100 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/2eCEb3G3VE0
Buyer’s Guide: $200 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/AcrTDhtaSQg
Buyer’s Guide: $300 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/aFhefLwNHGQ
Buyer’s Guide: $500 Rod And Reel Combos– https://youtu.be/WAgpVnuE800
Buyer’s Guide: High End Rods And Reels– https://youtu.be/obxNp48IALo
Buyer’s Guide: Jigs And Jig Trailers– https://youtu.be/OQwFNTORnN4
Buyer’s Guide: Chatterbaits And Trailers– https://youtu.be/14NqxFIWGgo
Buyer’s Guide: Alabama Rigs– https://youtu.be/wPm3izTumxk
Buyer’s Guide: Spinnerbaits– https://youtu.be/eQvFnnfj3sw
Buyer’s Guide: Strolling– https://youtu.be/EVnMJWMtZhE
Buyer’s Guide: Ned Rig– https://youtu.be/h6412dxtzHE
Buyer’s Guide: Dropshot– https://youtu.be/nc-wdUrA-BA

*BUDGET BAITS…*
•Zoom Super Fluke: https://bit.ly/2aqys0H
Colors: Smokin Shad, Albino

•ZMan Finesse TRD: http://bit.ly/2hs4RtR
Colors: Green Pumpkin, Canada Craw, Green Pumpkin Goby

•MissileBaits BombShot: https://bit.ly/2YYBipr
Colors: Fishaliscious, Goby Bite

•Hog Farmer 4.5″ Spunk Shad: https://bit.ly/2UFkCD7
Colors: Electric Shad, Sexy Shad, Ghost Minnow

•Yum Dinger 5″ Stick Bait: http://bit.ly/2J8nMrF
Colors: Bama Magic, Elders Magic

•Megabass Dark Sleeper: https://bit.ly/2TyR1GT
Size: 3″, 1/2 oz
Colors: Haze, Wakasagi

•Netbait T Mac Worm: http://bit.ly/2jndwj9
Colors: Junebug, Bama Bug, Red Bug

•Storm Largo Shad: https://bit.ly/3vxP0NB
Size: 3″ or 3.5″
Color: Sexy Shad, Albino Shad

•MissileBaits DBomb: https://bit.ly/2d2dVlt
Colors: Super Bug, Copper Chopper

•Big Bite Baits Flying Squirrel: https://bit.ly/2sn1FaT
Colors: Tilapia, Tilapia Magic

*HOOKS AND TERMINAL…*
•Big Bite Baits Shakey Head: https://bit.ly/42dOUvH
Size: 3/16 oz

•VMC Ike Approved Wacky: https://bit.ly/35Gtj31
•VMC Ike Approved Bulk Pack: https://bit.ly/3LuzxJg
Favorite Size: 1/0

•Owner All Purpose Bait Hook: https://bit.ly/2QbbdRW
Favorite Size: 3/0 – 4/0

•Hayabusa Finesse Dropshot Hook: https://bit.ly/41UPoqT
Favorite Size: 2, 3

*FISHING LINE…*
•Seaguar Basix Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/38c1HHr
Favorite Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb

•Sunline Model FC Fluorocarbon: https://bit.ly/47bYQIm
Favorite Sizes: 12 lb, 15 lb

*TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)*
We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here… 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz
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*MAJOR EQUIPMENT WE USE DAILY… *

Boat– Skeeter FXR 21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh
Motor– Yamaha VMAX SHO 250 HP: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0
Trolling Motor– Minn Kota Ultrex Quest: https://bit.ly/41RErpY
Electronics– Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q
Batteries– Dakota Lithium 135 AH: https://bit.ly/4b9HooR
Anchors– Minn Kota Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ
Camera– GoPro Hero 12: https://bit.ly/3MwQToy

*FAVORITE TOOLS AND GEAR…* 

Favorite sunglasses: https://bit.ly/3cLH0kl
Favorite Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu
Favorite Rod Cover: https://bit.ly/3UewJEx
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Favorite Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
Favorite Braid Cutters: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Hard Storage Box: https://bit.ly/2t3uHMR
Favorite Soft Tackle Storage: https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7
Favorite Net: https://bit.ly/3kdZ3kA
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