Rebel F7356 Topwater Lure Review
Our verdict
At $6.99, the Rebel F7356 ties the Heddon XO360BB as the cheapest topwater lure in this comparison, backed by a 4.6 star average across 1,100 reviews. It's also the only one of the four listed for trout alongside bass, a point of difference from the Heddon lineup, which sticks to bass, crappie or bass alone.
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Anglers targeting both bass and trout who want a Summer Hopper pattern blend-material lure at the lowest price point in this comparison, with a review base of 1,100 to back the 4.6 star rating.
Skip if
Skip it if you're only after bass and want the largest review base or the highest single rating available. The Heddon X9225BON has 1,600 reviews and the Heddon XO360BB rates 4.7 stars, both edging out the F7356 on those specific numbers.
- Material Blend
- Weight 9.07 g
- Target Species Bass^Trout
- Size 3/32 oz
- Color Summer Hopper
- Pieces 1
- Priced 46% below the category median ($12.98 across 57 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 1,100 owner ratings
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Popularity3.5/5
1,100 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A grasshopper pattern topwater lure earns its keep on days when bass or trout are keyed in on insects skittering across the surface, and the Rebel F7356 is built around exactly that look with its Summer Hopper coloring. It's a blend-material bait weighing 9.07 grams, sized at 3/32 oz, and sold as a single piece for $6.99.
Among the four topwater lures compared here, the F7356 ties the Heddon XO360BB for the lowest price and is the only one rated for trout in addition to bass, a broader target list than the Heddon X9225BON and Heddon X923614, both listed for bass only. Its 4.6 star average across 1,100 reviews sits just behind the XO360BB's 4.7 stars over 1,200 reviews and the X9225BON's 4.6 stars over a larger 1,600 review base, but ahead of the X923614, which shows 0 reviews despite its higher 400 plus bought-last-month figure.
For anglers who fish for both bass and trout and want a well-reviewed, budget-priced topwater option, the F7356's combination of price, target species and review count makes a reasonable case. Those chasing bass exclusively have Heddon options with either a higher single rating or a larger review base to weigh instead.
Pros
- Ties for the lowest price in this comparison at $6.99.
- 4.6 star average backed by 1,100 reviews, a solid sample size.
- Listed for both bass and trout, broader than the bass-only Heddon options.
- Summer Hopper color targets a specific insect-pattern topwater bite.
- 9.07 gram weight keeps it light for a topwater presentation.
Cons
- Bought-last-month sits at 100 plus, the same tier as two Heddon options but well behind the X923614's 400 plus.
- 4.6 stars trails the Heddon XO360BB's 4.7 average.
- 1,100 reviews is fewer than the Heddon X9225BON's 1,600.
- Single color and pattern option, Summer Hopper, with no listed alternatives.
Specifications
| Material | Blend |
|---|---|
| Weight | 9.07 g |
| Target Species | Bass^Trout |
| Size | 3/32 oz |
| Color | Summer Hopper |
| Pieces | 1 |
Performance notes
At 9.07 grams and a 3/32 oz size classification, the F7356 sits on the lighter end of the topwater lures in this set, well under the 14 gram Heddon X9225BON and the roughly 20 gram Heddon X923614. That lighter build generally casts further with lighter tackle and sits higher in the water, which fits a hopper style bait meant to imitate an insect on the surface rather than a walking bait like the Zara Puppy or Super Spook Jr styles listed for the Heddon comparisons. The blend material construction is a different build than the metal-bodied Heddon X9225BON and X923614, or the plastic Heddon XO360BB, which may factor into durability expectations, though no specific durability data is listed. Being rated for both bass and trout, rather than bass alone, points to a presentation meant to draw strikes from species that key on surface insects in addition to baitfish.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across 1,100 reviews is a strong, well-established pattern, close behind the Heddon XO360BB's 4.7 stars over 1,200 reviews and just even with the Heddon X9225BON's 4.6 stars, though that listing has 1,600 reviews behind it. The 100 plus bought-last-month figure matches the XO360BB and X9225BON exactly, suggesting steady, comparable demand across these three established lures. The outlier is the Heddon X923614, which shows 0 reviews but a much higher 400 plus bought-last-month number, an unusual combination that's harder to read. Against that backdrop, the F7356's numbers look consistent and dependable rather than exceptional, a lure with a proven track record rather than a standout leader.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Rebel F7356 compare on price to similar topwater lures?
At $6.99, it ties the Heddon XO360BB for the lowest price among the four topwater lures compared, undercutting the $8.99 Heddon X923614 and the $9.50 Heddon X9225BON. It reaches that price point while still carrying a 4.6 star rating across 1,100 reviews.
Is the Rebel F7356 good for trout, not just bass?
Yes, the listing specifies both bass and trout as target species, which is broader than the Heddon X9225BON and Heddon X923614, both listed for bass only, and the Heddon XO360BB, which lists bass and crappie. That makes it the only trout-rated option among these four topwater lures.
How many reviews back the F7356's 4.6 star rating?
1,100 reviews support the 4.6 star average, a large enough sample to be a reliable pattern. That's close to the Heddon XO360BB's 1,200 reviews and the Heddon X9225BON's 1,600 reviews, and far more established than the Heddon X923614, which currently shows 0 reviews.