Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 3000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-305
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
90.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €185.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Penn Slammer IV, 8500 HS, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1545770
Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €294.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8500 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX edges out Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (6) and the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). Still, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 5.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Penn Slammer IV?

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX

  • With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 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