Penn Battle III 2000X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

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Penn Battle III, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII2000, 1518030
Penn Battle III
Spinning
74.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 6000 HG , left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG6000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.71 out of 10
Ergonomics5.75 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight455g / 16.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €212.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 2000X edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.71 out of 10 and a weight of 455g / 16,05oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Penn Battle III 2000X

  • 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
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles