Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L vs Penn Battle III 3000X

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Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L, 15, left hand, Slow-Jigging Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10808-015
Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L
Multireels
92.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight485g / 17108oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40551 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-
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 24 SALTIGA L edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (485g / 17108oz) and the ergonomics (5.99 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a maximum drag of 6,8kg / 14,99lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 SALTIGA L and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups