Penn Battle III 2000X vs Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

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

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 Spheros SW, SP4000XGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SP4000XGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
56.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSP4000XGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 2000X edges out Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (7.44 out of 10). Still, Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch and a weight of 290g / 10,23oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Spheros SW?

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