Penn Battle III 3000X vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

Penn Battle III, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-200
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €250.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (160g / 5,64oz) and the ergonomics (6.47 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch 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 Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.