Penn Battle III 3000X vs Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

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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
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 3000X edges out Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (6,8kg / 14,99lbs). Still, Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 290g / 10,23oz and a ergonomics of 5.99 out of 10, 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 3000X

  • 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