Key takeaways
- Eight crankbaits for bass compared by lip style, pack size and hooks, from multi-lure kits to a single Strike King lipless, with listing quirks flagged.
For a first crankbait purchase, the best pick depends on how much variety you want: the YONGZHI and Richary kits give eight lures each, VOOGLASS gives four in individual boxes, and the Strike King Red Eyed Shad is the only single named lipless crankbait. The four TRUSCEND listings vary by lip style and hook wording. Note that several titles call a shallow diver “topwater”, which is confusing, so we flag each one below.
Quick picks
Our top picks
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- Most lures for the money: YONGZHI 8-piece or Richary 8-pack
- Smallest kit with storage boxes: VOOGLASS 4-piece
- Lipless for open water: Strike King Red Eyed Shad, 1/2 oz
- Squarebill shape for cover: TRUSCEND Craz
- Jointed trolling-style lure with BKK hooks: TRUSCEND diving lip suspending model
All eight compared
| Model | Key point from the title | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| YONGZHI 8PCS kit | Shallow and deep diving, multi jointed, 8 lures | Trying many shapes at once |
| Richary 8-Pack | Lifelike hard swimbaits with diving lip, assorted colors | Color variety on a budget |
| VOOGLASS 4PCS kit | 4 lures with individual storage boxes | A small starter kit or gift |
| TRUSCEND hard swimbait (B09Y8C2VZK) | Pack size not shown in the title | Checking the listing first |
| TRUSCEND suspending jointed | Diving lip, BKK hooks, trolling and glide bait | Slower, jointed presentation |
| Strike King Red Eyed Shad | Lipless, Sexy Shad, 1/2 oz | Covering open water |
| TRUSCEND Easy Catch | Shallow diving, wobble design | Shallow water, simple retrieve |
| TRUSCEND Craz | Squarebill, shallow diving | Rocks, wood and shallow cover |
The eight, one at a time
YONGZHI 8PCS Shallow Deep Diving Crankbait Kit
This kit gives eight hard baits described as shallow and deep diving, wobbling and multi jointed, for bass and trout in freshwater and saltwater. A mix of depths is useful when you are still learning where fish sit. The title does not say lure weights, hook brand or lengths, so check the listing before assuming they match your rod. Expect the usual trade-off with budget kits: variety first, consistent hardware second. Lay the eight lures out when the box arrives and sort them by lip length, which tells you quickly which ones run shallow and which run deeper.
Pros
- Eight lures in one purchase
- Covers shallow and deep diving shapes per the title
Cons
- No weights or hook details in the title
- Hardware quality varies across budget kits
Who it’s for: A newer angler who wants to try several depths without buying single lures.
Richary 8-Pack Crankbait Lures Kit
Richary’s kit is an eight-pack of lifelike hard swimbaits with a diving lip and assorted colors, aimed at bass, trout and pike in freshwater or saltwater. Because it is a mixed pack, you cannot choose which colors you get beyond what the listing images show. That is fine for experimenting but awkward if you already know your water wants a specific pattern. The listing also says pike, so some lures may be larger than a typical bass bait; compare any stated size with what you usually throw.
Pros
- Eight lures with a diving lip
- Assorted colors for varied water clarity
Cons
- You cannot pick individual colors
- Sizes and weights are not in the title
Who it’s for: Someone filling a tackle box on a tight budget who wants color options.
VOOGLASS 4PCS Crankbait Fishing Lures Kit
VOOGLASS offers four realistic hard lures for bass, trout and walleye, each in its own storage box, and the listing pitches it as a gift-ready kit. Individual boxes keep treble hooks from tangling and make it easier to hand a lure to a friend or keep a favorite separate from the rest. With only four lures, it is a lighter investment than the eight-piece kits but gives you less to experiment with.
Pros
- Individual storage boxes protect hooks
- Gift-ready presentation
Cons
- Only four lures
- Diving depth and weight not stated in the title
Who it’s for: Gift buyers and anglers who like tidy, separated storage.
TRUSCEND Crankbaits Hard Swimbait (B09Y8C2VZK)
This TRUSCEND listing describes hard swimbait crank baits for bass, trout and crappie in freshwater and saltwater. The title gives no pack count, lure size or diving depth, so the listing page is the only way to know what arrives. It sits between the kit-style listings and the single-model TRUSCEND ones, which is why we mention it separately. If the page confirms a multi-pack, it becomes a straightforward alternative to the other kits; if it is a single lure, price it that way.
Pros
- Target species named in the title
- From a brand with several related listings
Cons
- No pack size, weight or depth in the title
- Hard to separate from the other TRUSCEND listings
Who it’s for: Shoppers who will read the full listing and confirm the contents.
TRUSCEND Diving Lip Suspending Jointed Crankbait with BKK Hooks
The title lists a diving lip, suspending action, jointed body and BKK hooks, described as an all-purpose trolling glide bait for freshwater and saltwater inshore use. It also contains a typo: “Bass Tout Topwater”. A suspending lure holds its depth when paused, and a jointed body gives a different action from the single-piece lures. Treat the trolling and inshore wording as the seller’s claims. Suspending lures are often fished with pauses, which is a different rhythm from the steady retrieve most beginners start with.
Pros
- Named BKK hooks
- Suspending, jointed design
Cons
- Title contains a typo and mixes diving with topwater wording
- Size and weight are not listed
Who it’s for: Anglers who want a slower, jointed lure and will confirm the details on the listing.
Strike King Red Eyed Shad Lipless Crankbait, 1/2 Ounce
The only single named lure in the group: a lipless crankbait in Sexy Shad, 1/2 ounce. Without a lip it sinks when you stop reeling, so it is worked through open water or over cover at a steady or lift-and-fall retrieve. Treble hooks are standard on lures like this, so the usual caution applies. The title does not list line weight or rod advice, so match it to your own setup. Retrieve speed changes how it acts, so vary it before deciding a color or style does not work.
Pros
- Named brand and a clear 1/2-ounce weight
- Lipless style suits covering water
Cons
- One lure in one color per purchase
- Not a diving crankbait
Who it’s for: Anglers who want one proven-style lipless shape to add to the box.
TRUSCEND Easy Catch Crankbait Fishing Lures
Easy Catch is a shallow diving crankbait with a wobble design for bass, trout, pike, crappie and walleye. The title also says “topwater hard swimbait”, which does not fit a shallow diver, so check the images. Pack count is not shown. As a basic shallow runner it is easy to fish with a steady retrieve, but whether it suits your water depends on what the listing states. It is the sort of lure many anglers keep in a box for a quick change when fish are close to the bank.
Pros
- Shallow diving profile
- Wide list of target species
Cons
- Conflicting shallow and topwater wording
- No size or weight in the title
Who it’s for: A shallow-water angler who likes a simple, steady retrieve.
TRUSCEND Craz Squarebill Crankbaits
Craz is described as a squarebill crank bait with a wobble for bass, trout, crappie, walleye and pike, shallow diving, freshwater and saltwater. Squarebills are a shape often chosen for shallow cover because of their blunt front, but check the listing for lip size and depth. As with the Easy Catch, the title adds “topwater”, which conflicts with the shallow diving claim. Before relying on it around heavy cover, confirm the lip and body size, since a larger body changes both depth and the line you need.
Pros
- Squarebill shape named in the title
- Aimed at shallow-water fishing
Cons
- Topwater wording does not match a shallow diver
- Pack contents and weight not stated
Who it’s for: Anglers working shallow rocks, wood or other cover.
How we picked these
We began with Amazon listings for crankbaits aimed at bass and compared what each title states: pack count, lip or lipless style, hooks and target species. We did not rank by popularity, and we left out any claim a title does not make. Nobody on the team used or measured these units. Everything here comes from published specifications, manufacturer documentation and buyer reviews, and where a title is silent we say so and point you to the listing page.
What to look for in a crankbait
Lip shape and running depth
The lip decides how deep a lure runs. A short, steep lip stays near the surface, a long, shallow-angled lip digs deeper, and a squarebill has a blunt front for shallow cover. No lip at all means a lipless lure that sinks. Match the shape to the water you fish, not to the most attractive color.
Hooks and hardware
Treble hooks are common. Sharpness, size and finish vary, and saltwater use is harder on them. Only the TRUSCEND jointed model names its hooks (BKK). If a listing gives no hook details, plan to inspect them on arrival and replace any that look dull, bent or rusted. A cheap hook swap often does more for a budget lure than any change of color. Match replacement hook size to the lure so its balance stays correct.
Weight, line and rod
Weight in the title is rare. Only Strike King gives one (1/2 ounce). A heavier lure often calls for a stiffer rod and heavier line, and a very light one can feel awkward on a heavy setup. Check the listing weight against your rod’s lure rating before ordering. As a rough habit, write the listing weight on the box lid so you can match each lure to the right rod later.
Kits versus single lures
A kit lowers the cost of experimenting, while a single named lure like the Strike King gives you one known shape and weight. Many anglers start with a kit, find the two or three shapes that work on their water, then buy more of those individually. Check how many lures each listing actually includes.
Worked example: matching the lure to the water
Picture a 3-foot rocky bank with scattered wood. The shallow diving or squarebill options (Craz, Easy Catch) fit that depth. Move to a weedy flat 6 feet deep with open lanes and the Strike King lipless suits covering water, while a deeper diver from a kit suits a drop-off. Start with the shallow water, then change shape only when you know the depth. If fish ignore the lure on the first few casts, slow the retrieve before swapping, because many follow without striking.
Mistakes buyers make
The first mistake is buying a deep diver for shallow water, where it snags the bottom on every cast. The second is trusting the word topwater in a title when the lure has a diving lip. The third is ignoring hook quality: a sharp, rust-free treble matters more than a pretty finish. The fourth is carrying loose lures in a pocket. Use a divided box, and handle hooks with pliers so they never catch skin. The fifth is trusting target-species lists in a title as proof the lure suits that fish. Those lists are marketing; check size and depth against how you fish.
Verdict
For variety, take the YONGZHI or Richary eight-piece kit. For a smaller, tidier start, choose VOOGLASS. For open water, add the Strike King lipless. Of the TRUSCEND listings, the Craz squarebill and the BKK-hooked jointed lure look the most distinct, but read their titles closely first. If you can only buy one thing, the kit that gives you the most shapes to learn from is the safest first step.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a lipless and a diving crankbait?
A diving crankbait has a lip on the front that sets its running depth and gives it a wobble. A lipless crankbait, like the Strike King Red Eyed Shad here, has no lip, sinks when you stop reeling and is usually worked at a steady retrieve or with pauses. Pick by the depth and cover you plan to fish.
Are multi-lure kits worth buying for a beginner?
They are a cheap way to learn what colors, sizes and depths you like. The YONGZHI and Richary kits give eight lures, VOOGLASS gives four. Quality and hook sharpness vary by listing, so expect some to be better than others and plan to upgrade hooks if needed. Many anglers later keep only the shapes that catch fish.
Why do some TRUSCEND titles say both shallow diving and topwater?
The Easy Catch and Craz titles both include shallow diving and topwater wording. A shallow diving lipped lure does not float on the surface the way a true topwater does, so the title is mixing search terms. Treat them as shallow divers unless the listing images or description show otherwise.
Can freshwater crankbaits be used in saltwater?
Several titles here mention freshwater and saltwater, but treat that as a claim to check. Saltwater is hard on hooks and split rings, so rinse after use and inspect the hardware often. If you fish brackish or coastal water regularly, look for the hook details in the listing before you commit.
How should you store crankbaits with treble hooks?
Keep them in a compartment box so hooks do not tangle, and cover the points if you can. VOOGLASS ships its four lures with individual storage boxes. Lock the box when you carry it in a vehicle, store it away from children, and use pliers to remove hooks from clothing or skin rather than pulling by hand.
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