Penn FIERCE IV 3000X vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX

Penn FIERCE IV, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558706
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
65.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €69.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-400
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €274.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Penn FIERCE IV 3000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (230g / 8,11oz) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn FIERCE IV 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn FIERCE IV and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Penn FIERCE IV 3000X

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