Penn Battle III 2000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX

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 21 Sustain, 3000 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SAC3000FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX edges out Penn Battle III 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 2000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano 21 Sustain?

Penn Battle III 2000X

  • 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