Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Penn Battle III
Spinning
69.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight785g / 27.7oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €127.60
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/335
Conclusion
Penn Battle III 8000 HSX edges out Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 95 centimeter / 37.4 inch and a gear ratio of 5.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Penn Battle III?
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Penn Battle III 8000 HSX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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