Gibbs Delta Titan Spoon
The Gibbs Delta Titan Spoon earns a top spot for pelagic game hard-body spoon applications thanks to its heavy, deep-running profile and high-mass-to-surface design that maintains action at speed and in current. Compared with the other spoons here it trades a higher upfront cost for superior hookup leverage and durability on large pelagic species, making it the go-to when you need a single lure that reaches deep water and withstands hard fights. For anglers targeting big pelagics the technical advantage of its weight distribution and robust hardware often offsets the premium price over lighter, shallower spoons.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Review Summary
"Users praise the Gibbs Delta Titan for its heavy-duty construction, long trolling life and strong, consistent wobble that draws strikes from pelagics; it's frequently described as worth the premium price. Some report the finish holds up exceptionally well over multiple seasons."
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Gibbs Delta Titan Spoon earns a top spot for pelagic game hard-body spoon applications thanks to its heavy, deep-running profile and high-mass-to-surface design that maintains action at speed and in current. Compared with the other spoons here it trades a higher upfront cost for superior hookup leverage and durability on large pelagic species, making it the go-to when you need a single lure that reaches deep water and withstands hard fights. For anglers targeting big pelagics the technical advantage of its weight distribution and robust hardware often offsets the premium price over lighter, shallower spoons.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Erratic darting and flashing action that triggers strikes from tuna and salmon.
Mega flash
Thunder thump
Giant casts
Thicker, heavy-gauge alloy built for large pelagic species.
Erratic darting and flashing action that triggers strikes from tuna and salmon.
$20-40 CAD
Luhr Jensen Coyote Spoon
The Luhr-Jensen Coyote Spoon is a market leader because it balances reliable action, wide availability, and strong value — delivering consistent deep and mid-water attraction without a premium price. Compared with the heavier Gibbs Delta it’s a more economical option for anglers who want versatility across species and retrieves, while still offering stronger flashes and finish longevity than many bargain spoons. Its cost-to-performance ratio and proven track record make it a practical first choice for anglers building a pelagic hard-body spoon arsenal.
Classic wobble
Subtle gleam
Classic wobble
Subtle gleam
Review Summary
"Anglers like the Luhr Jensen Coyote for its classic fluttering action and reliable hook-ups, noting it performs consistently across salmon, trout and coastal species. It is seen as a durable, versatile workhorse available in many effective finishes."
Daylong workhorse
Proven wide wobble and rolling action effective on a range of pelagic predators.
Daylong workhorse
Proven wide wobble and rolling action effective on a range of pelagic predators.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Luhr-Jensen Coyote Spoon is a market leader because it balances reliable action, wide availability, and strong value — delivering consistent deep and mid-water attraction without a premium price. Compared with the heavier Gibbs Delta it’s a more economical option for anglers who want versatility across species and retrieves, while still offering stronger flashes and finish longevity than many bargain spoons. Its cost-to-performance ratio and proven track record make it a practical first choice for anglers building a pelagic hard-body spoon arsenal.
Classic wobble
Subtle gleam
Daylong workhorse
Proven wide wobble and rolling action effective on a range of pelagic predators.
Forged steel construction with multiple finish options for varied light conditions.
Classic wobble
Subtle gleam
Daylong workhorse
Proven wide wobble and rolling action effective on a range of pelagic predators.
Forged steel construction with multiple finish options for varied light conditions.
$12-22 CAD
Blue Fox Pixee Spoon
The Blue Fox Pixee Spoon stands out for its intense flash and tight wobble that quickly attracts pelagic predators at range, often featuring precision-balanced finishes that perform well on light to medium tackle. Technically it offers a visual advantage over more hammered or matte spoons on this list, and it sits in a mid-price tier that undercuts premium bespoke pieces while outshining economy models in finish quality and reliability. For anglers fishing clean, clear water or working spreads, the Pixee’s immediate attraction makes it a cost-effective specialist complement to deeper-running offerings.
Erratic dart
Tiny glint
Erratic dart
Tiny glint
Review Summary
"The Blue Fox Pixee is widely admired for its lively, compact action that targets trout and panfish effectively; many users recommend swapping the stock hooks for heavier fish. Overall buyers report durable finishes and dependable performance on repeated trips."
Trout whisper
Hammered body creates intense flash and vibration at all retrieve speeds.
Trout whisper
Hammered body creates intense flash and vibration at all retrieve speeds.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Blue Fox Pixee Spoon stands out for its intense flash and tight wobble that quickly attracts pelagic predators at range, often featuring precision-balanced finishes that perform well on light to medium tackle. Technically it offers a visual advantage over more hammered or matte spoons on this list, and it sits in a mid-price tier that undercuts premium bespoke pieces while outshining economy models in finish quality and reliability. For anglers fishing clean, clear water or working spreads, the Pixee’s immediate attraction makes it a cost-effective specialist complement to deeper-running offerings.
Erratic dart
Tiny glint
Trout whisper
Hammered body creates intense flash and vibration at all retrieve speeds.
Lightweight profile ideal for both casting and fast trolling.
Erratic dart
Tiny glint
Trout whisper
Hammered body creates intense flash and vibration at all retrieve speeds.
Lightweight profile ideal for both casting and fast trolling.
$8-18 CAD
Williams Whitefish Spoon
The Williams Whitefish Spoon brings a time-tested, hammered-body action that translates well to pelagic game when a rolling, erratic flutter is required, and it is typically offered at a budget-friendly price point. Compared to flashier or heavier competitors like the Gibbs or Blue Fox, Williams delivers dependable action and punch-per-dollar — ideal for anglers who need multiple spoons in a spread without breaking the bank. Its simplicity and affordability make it a smart tactical choice for covering shallow-to-mid water lanes or as sacrificial cast-to-loss gear.
Heavy strike
Deep diver
Heavy strike
Deep diver
Review Summary
"Williams Whitefish spoons earn praise for their deep-running action and robust build that consistently triggers strikes from salmon and walleye, though a minority note occasional weight/finish variation between batches. Long-term users find them reliable for trolling and casting."
Saltwater tough
Thin-profile design produces a fluttering descent that attracts feeding fish.
Saltwater tough
Thin-profile design produces a fluttering descent that attracts feeding fish.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Williams Whitefish Spoon brings a time-tested, hammered-body action that translates well to pelagic game when a rolling, erratic flutter is required, and it is typically offered at a budget-friendly price point. Compared to flashier or heavier competitors like the Gibbs or Blue Fox, Williams delivers dependable action and punch-per-dollar — ideal for anglers who need multiple spoons in a spread without breaking the bank. Its simplicity and affordability make it a smart tactical choice for covering shallow-to-mid water lanes or as sacrificial cast-to-loss gear.
Heavy strike
Deep diver
Saltwater tough
Thin-profile design produces a fluttering descent that attracts feeding fish.
Bright reflective finish mimics baitfish and excels in clear water.
Heavy strike
Deep diver
Saltwater tough
Thin-profile design produces a fluttering descent that attracts feeding fish.
Bright reflective finish mimics baitfish and excels in clear water.
Rhys Davis Anchovy Special
The Rhys Davis Anchovy Special is positioned as a specialty hard-body spoon that mimics small baitfish with a narrow, realistic profile and subtle action prized by experienced pelagic anglers. Although often at a higher price due to hand-finishes and niche appeal, it outperforms many mass-market spoons in lifelike presentation and surface-to-subsurface translation, making it the preferred choice when finesse and naturalism win strikes. When used alongside heavier or flash-driven spoons in this list, the Anchovy Special fills the gap for picky or pressured fish that ignore louder lures.
Anchovy mimic
School trigger
Anchovy mimic
School trigger
Review Summary
"The Rhys Davis Anchovy Special is a niche, hand-finished option celebrated by enthusiasts for its lifelike anchovy profile and exceptional action on pelagics, but limited availability and higher cost keep it from being widely adopted. Buyers who use it report notable attraction and realistic presentation."
Sublime shimmer
Realistic anchovy profile and paint scheme designed to imitate forage fish.
Sublime shimmer
Realistic anchovy profile and paint scheme designed to imitate forage fish.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Rhys Davis Anchovy Special is positioned as a specialty hard-body spoon that mimics small baitfish with a narrow, realistic profile and subtle action prized by experienced pelagic anglers. Although often at a higher price due to hand-finishes and niche appeal, it outperforms many mass-market spoons in lifelike presentation and surface-to-subsurface translation, making it the preferred choice when finesse and naturalism win strikes. When used alongside heavier or flash-driven spoons in this list, the Anchovy Special fills the gap for picky or pressured fish that ignore louder lures.
Anchovy mimic
School trigger
Sublime shimmer
Realistic anchovy profile and paint scheme designed to imitate forage fish.
Tuned wobble and weight distribution for stable action in choppy seas.
Anchovy mimic
School trigger
Sublime shimmer
Realistic anchovy profile and paint scheme designed to imitate forage fish.
Tuned wobble and weight distribution for stable action in choppy seas.