Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX vs Penn Battle III 3000X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 14000-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-141
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
85.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €778.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Penn Battle III, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • 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 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (665g / 23,46oz) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 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
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency