Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

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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 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

91.10 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight395g / 13.93oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €199.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4012
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X clearly outshines Penn Battle III 8000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and total score (9.11 out of 10). While Penn Battle III 8000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 4012X

A line retrieve score of 8.1 out of 10 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions