Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

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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
Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF, 5000, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 14-51500
Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF
Feeder And Match
51.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag-
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandCORMORAN
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €30.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/230

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX edges out Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) and the durability (8.5 out of 10). Still, Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 95 centimeter / 37.4 inch and a gear ratio of 5.5:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • For 8 out of 10 (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Cormoran Veycor Feeder 5PiF

  • With 9 out of 10 score (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts