Penn Battle III 8000 HSX vs Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

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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
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG, 201, left hand, Baitcast Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCCNQ201HG
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €477.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200

Conclusion

Both Penn Battle III 8000 HSX and Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Battle III 8000 HSX offers a ball bearings of 6, while Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Battle III and Shimano Ocea Conquest HG?

Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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
  • 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

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

  • With a weight score of 9.19 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits