Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX

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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 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT, 4000-C, left and right hand, Match And Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10217-405
Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT
Feeder And Match
63.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €69.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • 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 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX 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 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

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

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX

  • Rated 8.37 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch (6.71 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios