Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX vs Penn FIERCE IV 2000X

Daiwa 22 Exist LT, 3000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-301
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank85 centimeter
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €673.66
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Penn FIERCE IV, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558702
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
67.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €62.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX clearly outshines Penn FIERCE IV 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn FIERCE IV 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Penn FIERCE IV?

Penn FIERCE IV 2000X

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency