Best Spinning Fishing Reels in 2025

PERFORMANCE MEETS VALUE: Pflueger President spinning reels combine smooth operation with a price that won't break the bank. With a balanced mix of performance, quality, and value, this reel is "The Smart Choice."

SIZE 35 SPINNING REEL: Features a graphite body and rotor for lightweight, corrosion-resistant fishing reels. The aluminum handle and soft touch rubber knob are suitable for Right/Left handed anglers.

RECOVER 28.1" | 71cm for every turn of the crank. Slow oscillation gearing provides a tight line lay for improved casting and control. Gear ratio of 5.2:1. Features an Aluminum spool.

PENN PURSUIT III INSHORE SPINNING REEL: The PENN Pursuit III freshwater / saltwater spinning reel combines smooth power, speed, durability, and ultralight performance. Right/left handle position for all anglers.

SLEEK AND DURABLE: PENN Pursuit III fishing reels feature a corrosion-resistant graphite body and Line Capacity Rings. The machined and anodized aluminum superline spool manages hundreds of yards of line. Size 4000 reel.

SMOOTH, EFFICIENT GEARS: Recovers at the rate of 37" | 94cm with every turn of the crank. Gear ratio of 6.2:1. Mono Capacity yd/lb: 270/8 220/10 165/12. Braid Capacity 360/15 260/20 185/30.

Made in the U.S.A.

Used by professionals worldwide

Multi-disc, oiled felt drag system

Battle II Spinning Reel 8000

Superline Spool

Line Capacity Rings

2020 ICAST ONLINE BEST OF CATEGORY WINNER “SALTWATER REEL”: The PENN Battle III Inshore/Nearshore spinning reel is stronger, smoother, and more durable than ever before.

DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: The body and sideplates of the PENN Battle III Spinning Reel are made with sturdy all-aluminum composition, featuring a forged and machined aluminum spool with Line Capacity Rings.

CNC GEAR TECHNOLOGY: Recovers at the rate of 41” | 104cm with every turn of the crank. Gear ratio of 5.6:1. Equipped with superline spool to securely attach braided line. Mono Capacity yd/lb: 335/15 230/20 210/25. Braid Capacity 490/30 390/40 335/50.

FULL METAL BODY AND SIDEPLATE: The PENN Fierce III Spinning Reel is made with sturdy all-aluminum composition, featuring a forged and machined aluminum spool with Line Capacity Rings. Right/Left handle position.

TECHNO-BALANCED ROTOR FOR SMOOTH RETRIEVES: Recovers at the rate of 35” | 89cm with every turn of the crank. Gear ratio of 6.2:1.

5 TOTAL BEARINGS: The Fierce III features 5 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 instant anti-reverse bearing to provide smooth operation for any saltwater fishing experience.

Watertight spinning reel performs reliably in saltwater and sand environments

Durable construction with full metal body, sideplate, and rotor and heavy-duty aluminum bail wire

Sealed HT-100 Slammer drag system provides robust, silky-smooth drag, while friction trip ramp prevents premature bail trip when casting

Black Anodized Machined Aluminum Housing ("Hard Bodyz" Body & Side Cover), Over-sized Digigear (Digigear System)

Solid Screw-In Handle, Air Rotor, Dynamic Cut Aluminum ABS Spool

Braided Line Ready Spool, Waterproof Drag System, Carbon ATD, Line Per Handle Turn: 37.4"

Made using the highest quality materials

Tested for reliability and quality

Used by professionals worldwide

Product 1: 7 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing

Product 1: Machined double annodized aluminum spool

Product 1: Power Disk drag system

Full Metal Body and sideplate

CNC Gear technology

HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers

FISHING REEL: Reel constructed from one-piece magnesium frame with lightweight carbon C45 sideplates, aircraft-grade double anodized Duralumin drilled and chamfered U-shape 32 mm spool and aircraft-grade hard anodized aluminum alloy gears

CASTING REEL: Features a premium 11-bearing system with double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings and Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing, as well as an externally adjustable 4-pin, 27 position, SpeedCast adjustable centrifugal braking system (ACB)

BAITCASTING REELS: Includes a double anodized aluminum spool tension adjustment with audible click, a rugged carbon fiber drag system with up to 20 lbs. of drag power and a bowed lightweight 95 mm carbon fiber handle with Winn Dri-Tac knobs

The Shimano TLD20IIA 2-Speed Offshore Lever Drag Fishing Reels are powerful; light and durable

Each Shimano TLD-IIA reel features Shimano's patented 2-speed shifting mechanism and A-RB anti-rust bearings; along with unique handles to provide comfort and fish-fighting advantages

The A-RB bearings provide the corrosion resistance needed for saltwater use

POWERFUL REEL: The Omega Pro Spincast is a closed-cast fishing reel that comes pre-spooled with 6-pound Zebco fishing line. This reel features aluminum covers, an extra Dual-Paddle handle, and a soft-touch thumb button for smooth and easy casting.

SMOOTH RETRIEVAL: This reel features 7 bearings (6 + clutch), a 19-inch retrieve rate, right/left hand retrieve, and all-metal gears to stand tough for many fishing adventures to come!

RELIABLE: The Omega Pro brings an elevated fishing experience to a trusted spincast. The instant anti-reverse technology on this reel helps you secure your next prized catch, enhancing any fishing trip due to its smooth feel and reliability.

NEXT-GEN - The brand new design KastKing Sharky III spinning reels are built tough to land trophy fish in all fishing conditions. Sharky III are superb lightweight fishing reels built with a high percentage fiber reinforced graphite body and rotor!

PURE POWER - You will love Sharky III spinning reel's amazing best-in-class up to 39.5LBs / 18KG of smooth, reliable triple disc carbon fiber drag, oversized stainless-steel main shaft, and stronger precision mesh manganese brass pinion gears for more fishing muscle.

K.I.S.S. - Sharky III spinning reels are sealed with a KISS! Sharky III has a unique protection water resistant design for its spool, body, and rotor - K.I.S.S. (KastKing Intrusion Shield System). It helps keep water and dirt out.

DEPENDABILITY AND STRENGTH: The PENN Wrath reel sports a lightweight yet corrosion-resistant graphite body, plus a machined anodized aluminum spool with Line Capacity Rings. Built for ultimate durability.

GEAR RATIO OF 6.2:1: Recovers at the rate of 37” | 94cm with every turn of the crank.

2+1 STAINLESS STEEL BEARING SYSTEM: The Wrath includes two shielded stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 instant anti-reverse bearing to provide smooth and predictable operation when the going gets tough.

【Powerful Performance】With a reinforced stainless steel main shaft and Zinc alloy drive gear, the Piscifun Viper X spinning reel can handle up to 33lbs of max drag, making it perfect for both saltwater and freshwater fishing.

【Smooth and Consistent】Equipped with double shielded 10+1 stainless steel bearings, the Viper X spinning reel provides silky smooth performance that's both reliable and consistent.

【Lighter & Stronger】Based on high quality graphite material, new mould technology was applied for the Viper X fish reel on frame and rotor. This makes the Viper X spinning reels lighter and more stylish while ensuring the overall strength.

Low Price and Exceptional Performance – The new KastKing Brutus Spinning fishing reel is designed for exceptional value and performance. Don’t let the low-price fool you, the Brutus Spinning reel is full-featured and easy to cast. Brutus Spinning Reels are now available in 4 sizes from 2000 all the way to 5000, perfect for all freshwater species.

Lightweight Graphite Frame and Rotor – The Brutus spin reel has a lightweight, yet very strong graphite frame and rotor that will perform like reels costing much more. The spool is a machined of aircraft grade aluminum to reduce weight and deliver long, accurate casts. Reels from 2000 to 4000 have a graphite handle arm, the 5000 size reels feature an aluminum handle arm for added strength.

Angler Proven Components –Brutus reels feature a zinc alloy main gear and a brass pinion gear that deliver durability and low noise. The steel main shaft ensures strength at the core of the reel. 4 ball bearings are positioned in the most important performance locations. There is also an instant anti-reverse bearing for quick hook sets.

Fast Gear Access Side Plate

3+1 shielded stainless steel ball bearings

HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers

【Lightweight and Portable】Weighing only 8.5oz, the Flame spinning reel is perfect for anglers who enjoy fishing trips. Its relatively narrow hollow graphite body and lightweight reel gears make it easy to carry and use.

【Powerful Performance】With an incredible drag power of up to 19.8lbs, the Piscifun Flame fishing reel is designed to help you fight with the giants. Its reinforced metal main shaft, high-quality drive gear, precisely machined brass pinion gear, and triple drag washers ensure that you have the power you need to reel in big fish.

【Stylish Design】The Flame spinning fishing reel boasts a sleek matte black body with a red aluminum spool, giving it a modern and sharp appearance. Its unique hollow body, X shape spool, and personalized handle make it stand out from the crowd.

GREAT VALUE - Loaded with features yet low on price. KastKing Summer/Centron offers the best value...at any level. The KastKing Summer Fishing Reel turns any angler into a PRO.

LIGHTWEIGHT - narrow graphite frame design and computer balancing system combined with high performance in the compact Spinning Reel makes KastKing Summer/Centron an awesome gift for anybody who loves fishing.

HIGH POWERED - KastKing Summer/Centron spinning reel's Superior Drag System offers incredible stopping power up to 17.5LBs. It has a hardened metal main shaft, perfect mesh drive gear and precision machined pinion gear for fish fighting power.

On/off auto trip bait feeding System

Dfd: precision dual force drag System

Carbonite drag washers on dual force drag

Durable yet lightweight spinning fishing reel with superior line management properties

Innovative Bail Halo design greatly increases the strength of the rotor

8 bearing reels with instant anti-reverse for smooth, uninterrupted operation

Highly-Efficient Smooth Operation: Features 10+1 HPCR (High Precision Corrosion Resistant) ball bearings, NCTM (No Clearance Transmission Mechanism) solid zinc alloy pinion gears, high-purity strengthened brass drivetrain, high strength stainless steel main shaft, and multi-disc drag system, deliver smooth and balanced performance that anglers of all levels can appreciate

Braid-Ready Spool: Constructed with metal braid grip on the spool, which is angler friendly and ready to prevent braid from slipping, you will never have to bother tying a monofilament backing or tape to the spool any more

Unmatched CNC Line Management: The CNC line management system is consisted with CNC-machined aluminum alloy spool, premium bail wire, and built-in slow oscillation system, delivers the line smoothly into the line roller for consistent and reliable line lay on the spool, produces ultra-long, highly-accurate casts so you can cover water more efficiently and quickly

BAITFEEDING SYSTEM – Okuma’s baitfeeding system allows anglers to disengage their spinning reel spool and allow their bait to run freely.

ON/OFF AUTO TRIP – Okuma’s Avenger Baitfeeders are designed with a turn of the handle auto trip system to disengage the secondary drag.

STRENGTH WHERE YOU NEED IT – The Avenger ABF reels come equipped with a machined aluminum, 2-tone anodized spool, rigid metal handle design to reduce flex.

The Stradic spinning reel utilizes Shimano's latest technology while also drawing on ways of the past and every part has been designed to improve the angler's experience on the water

X-Ship technology provides improved gear durability and eliminates friction between the spool shaft and gear enhancing the casting performance and allowing for longer casts

Incorporates Shimano's flagship HAGANE gearing and HAGANE Body that provides long-lasting; strong; and durable performance and smoothness giving anglers the strength for both inshore and offshore action

10 Bearing System

Magnesium Frame

Machined Aluminum Braid Ready Spool

Very Sensitive Flat Trigger Mechanism

Stainless Steel (Rust Proof) Spring & Galvanized Steel Frame

Pre-Spooled with 9-12' of 60# Test Nylon Line

7Bb+1rb stainless steel bearings

Precision machine cut brass pinion gear

Tca: torsion control armor reduces twisting

Product Type: Fishing Reel

Package Height: 11.9 Centimeters

Package Length: 9.4 Centimeters