Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X

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 QR 750 / QC 750, QC 750, Spinning Angelrolle, Frontbremse, 10431-175
Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750
Spinning
43.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank58 centimeter / 22.83 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €22.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeQC 750
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/100

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX clearly outshines Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and durability (8.5 out of 10). While Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QC 750X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750?

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.