Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 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
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001212
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG
Spinning
48.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/210

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) and durability (8.5 out of 10). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 3000X 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 Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • For 8 out of 10 (13,6kg / 29,98lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.