Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX vs Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Penn Battle III Long Cast

Spinning

8000 Lcx

53.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight748g / 26.39oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €177.40
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/485

Shimano Talica 20II CAM

Multireels

20ii Camx

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.64 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1 / 3.1:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20II CAM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX clearly outshines Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1 / 3.1:1) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn Battle III Long Cast 8000 LCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.