One of the most recognized fishing lures ever created is the plastic worm. This lure has long been the “go-to” when nothing else worked.
Let’s dive into the top 10 plastic worms that will definitely help you land more fish!
- 1 Top 10 Plastic Worms
- 2 Overview
- 3 FAQ
- 4 Insider Advice
Top 10 Plastic Worms
In this section, I am going to showcase the top ten plastic fishing worms as ranked by anglers.
Strike King Zero
- The Strike King Zero is a 5 inch heavily salt...
- This is an incredible lure. Just put it in front...
- It is heavily salt impregnated for a fast sink...
These plastic worms are three times softer and as much as thirty times stronger than any other plastic bait ever made. That’s why we’ve chosen them to be part of the top 10 plastic worms list!
This plastic worm is made from proprietary Elaztech material and impregnated with heavy salt for a fast sink rate.
The Strike King Zero is also a Bassmaster top pick.
- Soft plastic bait Presents a very subtle life-like...
- Unique hook slot that provides better hook-ups
- Tougher than similar baits
This bait is a nice inexpensive alternative to the Senko. It sinks slightly more slowly than a Senko but that makes it better for shallow water. The slot for the hook is a handy addition.
The Yum Dinger comes in a variety of color patterns. Depending on the type of fishing conditions you are in, there is something to fit.
The action on this plastic worm is very good. However, the action is a bit slower than it would be in a heavier plastic worm.
Mann’s Jelly Worm
- The Original Plastic worm!
- The Jelly worm still is Fruit Flavored
- Still Made in America
This plastic worm is in reality, an old classic. This a great worm for fishing structure during the summer.
When you want to use a shaky head, the 8″ jelly worm will give you an extra edge due to its paddle tail when everyone is using a finesse worm. Definitely a hidden gem in the bass world.
The paddle tale on this plastic worm gives it a very good swimming motion on retrieval as well as sinking.
Zoom Fat Albert
- Versatile Bait-Can be rigged many ways
- Big ribbon Tail creates lots of action.
- All Zoom Baits are Salt Impregnated to make fish...
Zoom plastic worms are great, especially these grubs! What more can we say? This is a good springtime lure for smallies, especially in rivers. A suggestion for this plastic worm is to use it on a 1/4 ounce or 3/8 ounce jig and
slowly reel it back, sometimes clicking the bottom on the retrieve.
If there is a bass in the area, this will produce a result. These plastic worms are often more durable that there longer bodied counterparts.
This is due in part to the thicker plastic.
Zoom 6″ Trick Worms 20-Pack
- Set of 20 6-inch Trick Worms
- Motor oil finish
- The floater that really gets 'em
Draw the attention of freshwater bass with the Zoom 6″ Trick Worms 20-Pack. These trick worms are constructed from soft plastic for a lifelike appearance. Can be straight, Tex-posed, wacky or Carolina rigged.
Floating design is great for post-spawn fish and bass suspended in brush or other covers, they can be straight, Tex-posed, wacky or Carolina rigged.
Gambler Floating Worm
- Glide effortlessly through the water
- Incredible fish-catching action
- Loaded with bang pure crawdad and shad oils
Floating plastic worms don’t get enough love. They’re more square than round, the special body shape of Gambler’s Floating Worms allows them to be worked from side-to-side without rolling over. Eliminating annoying line twist.
These super-soft, big-bass baits glide effortlessly through the water with incredible fish-catching action while staying in the strike zone longer.
Bass Pro Shops Squirmin’ Super Worm
The Squirmin’ Super Worm lures big fish with its seductive swimming action, curly tail, and soft lifelike feel; and comes in a fish-tempting array of colors. Infused with salt and 8UP scent.
If you plan on fishing the weeds for big fish try theses Texas or Carolina rigged, work great!
Cabela’s Fisherman Series Go-To Hoochie Koochie
The long, slender boot tail on our Fisherman Series Go-To Hoochie Koochie delivers dynamic swimming action. Effective as a jerk bait or a swim-jig trailer.
These plastic worms produce a lot of movement with the small connection to the big floppy tail. Really soft but surprisingly does not tear easily.
Googan Baits Mondo Worm
- Googan Baits Open...Sniff...Catch!! Pure Passion
- 8 Baits per Package
- Slaunch Sauce
Big worms catch big fish. The 10” Mondo Worm was created by legendary angler and Texan Lake Fork Guy and was specifically designed for catching big ol’ bass.
These should be your go-to best plastic worms for bass fishing!
Rig it up Texas style with a 5/0 hook and start targeting your favorite big fish spots.
Culprit Original Worm 7-1/2″
- Original Culprit 7-1/2-Inch Worm
- Simulates natural movement that attracts fish
- Comes in a 20-pack
A proven leader for more than two decades, the Culprit Original Worm features a high-action kicking tail, innovative body design, and unique color sections to give you the on-the-water edge.
Tested under the toughest conditions throughout the U.S. Conclusion: Culprit has developed a formula that continues to attract bass in all conditions.
Plastic worms have been adapted through the years to carry many different shapes, colors, designs, and actions.
In this article, I am going to cover the top 10 plastic worms that produce the best results and dive into exactly what goes into making them.
What Are Plastic Worms?
Plastic fishing worms are made from a flexible plastic known as Plastisol. This type of plastic originates in liquid form until it reaches a specific temperature depending on the plastic worm being made.
Color, glitter, flavoring and other additives are added when the plastisol is heated to incorporate into the mixture and ultimately, the finished product.
How to Inject Plastic Worms
An injector is then used to draw the hot liquid plastic from the container it is heated in, and injected into molds in the shape of the plastic worm being made.
Once cooled, the plastisol solidifies and retains the shape of the mold it was injected in. And this is how plastic worms are born.
A very large variety of plastic baits, known as soft plastics, are also made from plastisol using the same procedure.
Why Use the Top 10 Plastic Worms?
Soft plastic worms are among some of the most commonly used fishing lures still used today.
Most anglers will agree that two of the main reasons plastic worms are still so common are because they are cheap to produce and purchase and because they work!
Plastic worms do not resemble the live worms we are accustomed to putting on our hooks and casting out with a bobber to wait for a hungry fish to come upon.
So what makes plastic worms so special?
I believe it’s the action they give when being retrieved or allowed to simply sink. They’re deadly attractive when trying to get a fish to strike.
Another reason is that fish attractant can be “built into” the plastic worm. This allows a fish to smell and even taste the plastic worm and offers a better chance of the fish taking the bait.
As fishing lures go, plastic fishing worms are cheaper than most lures and come in quantity. The lifespan of a single plastic worm depends greatly on the type of fish striking it and how well it is made.
Some single plastic worms will last almost the whole day, while some are torn apart on the first strike.
Bulk Plastic Worms
Luckily, most plastic fishing worms come in packs of 5 or more. They are stored in resealable bags and coated in “worm oil”.
This basically keeps the plastic fishing worms from drying out and becoming brittle and more easily torn.
Often this “worm oil” will have some sort of attractant added to it to increase the attraction of the plastic worm. Also, you can purchase worm oil for plastic worms at most sporting goods stores to keep your plastic fishing worms performing longer.
Q: What is the best plastic worm?
A: This is largely a matter of opinion. The environment and species you are going after have a large impact on the type of plastic worm that works best.
Q: How long do plastic worms last?
A: It really depends on the quality of the plastic worm and how much abuse it has endured. Most of the higher quality plastic worms will last through several strikes.
Q: Are Plastic worms safe for the environment?
A: Most plastic worms are not great for the environment. The length of time it takes plastic worms has been highly debated, but unless they use biodegradable plastic, it’s beyond our lifetime. There are, however, biodegradable plastic worms that biodegrade faster on the market.
Plastic worms have been around for years and have faced stiff competition. Yet they continue to be the go-to for fishermen around the world.
At just about any Bassmaster tournament you attend, you will see the majority of anglers using plastic fishing worms in one form or another.
When looking for the best plastic worms, keep a couple of things in mind. One is color, what are the water and underwater environment like? Another is, what type of fish are you going after and what type of action do you want?
Remember also that some of the most popular plastic worm rigs are wacky and Texas rigs. If you look hard enough, you can even buy pre rigged plastic worms!
I hope this article has been helpful and informative as well as given you some ideas of plastic worms you may not have yet tried.
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