Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX

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
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT, 3000-CXH, 3000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10608-301
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
71.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €68.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-CXH
  • 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 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX 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 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 3000-CXHX

  • With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish