Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Mitchell MX2 Spinning 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
Mitchell MX2 Spinning, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1530819
Mitchell MX2 Spinning
Spinning
3000x
63.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.14 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag7.4kg / 16,31lbs
Weight258g / 9.1oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandMITCHELL
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €29.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.31/125

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X 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 Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Mitchell MX2 Spinning?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

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

Mitchell MX2 Spinning 3000X

  • With a score like 8.28 out of 10 (258g / 9,1oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish