Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX vs Penn FIERCE IV 3000X

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

91.60 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.47 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight160g / 5.64oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €255.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Penn FIERCE IV

Spinning

65.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €69.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX clearly outshines Penn FIERCE IV 3000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (160g / 5,64oz) and total score (9.16 out of 10). While Penn FIERCE IV 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Airity LT and Penn FIERCE IV?

Penn FIERCE IV 3000X

8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.