Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X vs Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750

Spinning

43.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.54 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank58 centimeter / 22.83 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €22.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeQC 750
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/100

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 clearly outshines Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and durability (8.5 out of 10). While Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.