SOUTH SBMT-2369C Bait Trap Review
Our verdict
The SOUTH SBMT-2369C Bait Trap costs $22.99 and is built from stainless steel as a wire minnow trap, holding a 4.3 star average across 658 reviews. That places it between the Eagle AMTG's 4.0 stars and the 4.4 to 4.5 star range the two Frabill traps and the G40 carry.
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Bass anglers who want a stainless steel wire trap rather than a plastic or blend build, are fine with a mid pack 4.3 star rating, and like that it still moves 100+ units a month at $22.99.
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Skip it if you want the highest rated option, since the Frabill 1271 and Gee-Feets G40 both hold 4.5 stars, or if you would rather have the far larger review base behind the Frabill 1272's 7,700 reviews.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 1 Pounds
- Target Species Bass
- Size One Size
- Color Multi
- Pieces 1
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 658 owner ratings
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Popularity3.9/5
658 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
Bass fishing trips often call for a trap that can take a beating against rocks and current without bending out of shape, which is where a stainless steel build has an edge over plastic. The SOUTH SBMT-2369C Bait Trap is made from stainless steel, listed as a wire minnow trap, weighs 1 pound, comes in one size and a multi color finish, and ships as a single trap. It lists bass as the target species and is in stock at $22.99.
Its 4.3 star average across 658 reviews sits in the middle of this comparison. The Frabill 1271 and Gee-Feets G40 both hold 4.5 stars, the Frabill 1272 holds 4.4 stars across a much larger 7,700 reviews, and the Eagle AMTG trails at 4.0 stars. The SBMT-2369C's 658 reviews is more than the Eagle AMTG's 151 but well short of the 1,900 to 7,700 range the two Frabill traps carry.
At 100+ bought last month, it matches the Gee-Feets G40's pace and beats the Frabill 1271's 50+, though it trails the Eagle AMTG's 200+ and the Frabill 1272's 1,000+. For bass anglers who want a stainless steel trap specifically, the SBMT-2369C is a reasonable middle of the pack choice on both price and rating.
Pros
- Stainless steel build, the only metal frame among these traps compared here, versus plastic or blend.
- Bass listed directly as the target species.
- 4.3 star rating across 658 reviews, more reviews than the Eagle AMTG's 151.
- 100+ bought last month, matching the Gee-Feets G40's pace.
- Wire minnow trap feature called out specifically in the listing.
Cons
- 4.3 star average trails the 4.5 stars held by the Frabill 1271 and Gee-Feets G40.
- 658 reviews is far short of the Frabill 1272's 7,700.
- Bought last month of 100+ is well behind the Frabill 1272's 1,000+.
- Ships as a single trap, so buyers wanting a pair should check the G40 or 1272 instead.
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Target Species | Bass |
| Size | One Size |
| Color | Multi |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Feature | Wire Minnow Trap |
Performance notes
A stainless steel build at 1 pound puts the SBMT-2369C on the heavier side compared to the Eagle AMTG's 3.36 ounces, and that extra weight from a wire frame typically holds up better against current and repeated handling than a lighter blend or plastic trap. The wire minnow trap feature and stainless steel material point to a design meant to resist both rust and physical wear over repeated seasons, which is a different approach than the rust resistant coating implied on the Frabill 1271 or the galvanized minnow trap branding on the Eagle AMTG. Listing bass as the target species suggests the entry size is set for baitfish that bass anglers typically use, similar in intent to the Gee-Feets G40's panfish and bass focus, though the two use different materials and price points to get there.
What buyers say
A 4.3 star average across 658 reviews places the SBMT-2369C in the middle of this five trap group, above the Eagle AMTG's 4.0 stars but below the 4.4 to 4.5 stars the two Frabill traps and the G40 carry. Its review count is meaningfully larger than the Eagle AMTG's 151, suggesting a more established track record, though still far behind the Frabill 1272's 7,700. A bought last month figure of 100+ matches the Gee-Feets G40's pace, pointing to steady, unspectacular demand rather than the standout volume the 1272 pulls in. Overall the pattern reads as a solidly reviewed, middle of the pack seller.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the SOUTH SBMT-2369C Bait Trap made of stainless steel?
Yes, the listing specifies a stainless steel material and describes it as a wire minnow trap. That is different from the blend material used in the Frabill traps or the plastic build of the Gee-Feets G40, giving bass anglers a metal frame option in this comparison.
How does the SBMT-2369C's rating compare to other bait traps?
It holds a 4.3 star average across 658 reviews, landing above the Eagle AMTG's 4.0 stars but below the 4.4 stars on the Frabill 1272 and the 4.5 stars on both the Frabill 1271 and the Gee-Feets G40, putting it squarely in the middle of this comparison.
What species is the SBMT-2369C Bait Trap built for?
The listing names bass as the target species, weighs 1 pound, and comes in one size with a multi color finish. That makes it a reasonable match for bass anglers, similar in intent to the Gee-Feets G40, which lists panfish and bass, though the two differ in material and price.