Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 6000 SS-PX

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Penn Slammer IV, 8500 HS, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1545770
Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €294.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8500 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT, 6000 SS-P, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10312-600
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT
Feeder And Match
59.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.62 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight380g / 13.4oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €74.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 SS-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 6000 SS-PX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.3:1). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 6000 SS-PX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT?

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 6000 SS-PX

  • A line retrieve score of 8.1 out of 10 86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions
  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases