Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 3000X

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 24 LUVIAS LT, PC 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10214-302
Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT
Spinning
88.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.52 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €334.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 3000X edges out Penn Battle III 8000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (205g / 7,23oz) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch). Still, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a durability of 8.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 3000X

  • 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 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques