Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

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

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
94.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €743.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX clearly outshines Penn Battle III 3000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.44 out of 10) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Penn Battle III 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano 20 Stella?
Penn Battle III 3000X
- 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
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