Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

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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 20 N’Zon LT

Feeder And Match

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €72.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX 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 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

Rated 8.34 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios