Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX vs Penn Battle III 3000X

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Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD, 3010, left and right hand, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10406-310
Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD
Feeder And Match
90.30 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.94 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €292.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3010
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/150
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 TOURNAMENT QD 3010 / Double crankX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (300g / 10,58oz) and the ergonomics (5.94 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 TOURNAMENT QD and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • 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