Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-C(U)X

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 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C(U)
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 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-C(U)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 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-C(U)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 23 LEGALIS LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-C(U)X

With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques