Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

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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

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT

Feeder And Match

3000-c (match)x

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.98 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €49.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C (Match)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX offers a durability of 8.5 out of 10, while Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

Rated 8.51 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios