Penn Battle III 6000X vs Shimano Stella FK 1000X

Penn Battle III, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII6000, 1518036
Penn Battle III
Spinning
67.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.81 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight590g / 20.81oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €113.30
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/310
Shimano Stella FK, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL1000FK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
85.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €579.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 140/0.14

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 1000X edges out Penn Battle III 6000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (170g / 6oz) and the ergonomics (6.43 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 6000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Stella FK?

Penn Battle III 6000X

  • A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
  • 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