Would like to know from those who have fished this bait personally if it works well or is just a gimmic? It seems like a good idea, popper and crank in one.

I'll wait for the plopper/bat combo...

That's why I was more searching for people who actually own one or have at least fished one to give me some feedback instead of people who just think they look silly. I get it, it doesn't look pretty and i'll agree but just trying to figure out if it's effective or not before making a blind purchase.

I've seen some videos on their FB.  I think it was a month or two back.

I bought it just to try it. It has earned a spot in my tackle box  now.

Its great around schooling shad.