Penn Battle III 6000X vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R

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 Sahara 3000S R

Spinning

38.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics4.07 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight280g / 9.87oz

Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 6000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.81 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Sahara 3000S R?

Penn Battle III 6000X

Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (11,3kg / 24,91lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.