Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

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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 24 TDR QD, 3012QD-DH, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10516-313
Daiwa 24 TDR QD
Feeder And Match
84.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.94 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €229.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3012QD-DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX edges out Penn Battle III 8000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) and the weight (300g / 10,58oz). 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 TDR QD?

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 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

  • Rated 8.29 out of 10 (300g / 10,58oz) 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