Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x

Penn Battle III, 8000 HS, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII8000HS, 1518039
Penn Battle III
Spinning
69.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight785g / 27.7oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €127.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/335
Abu GARCIA Zenon, 2000 S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1547676
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.54 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight138g / 4.87oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x edges out Penn Battle III 8000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (138g / 4,87oz) and the ergonomics (6.54 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a maximum drag of 13,6kg / 29,98lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • 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