Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX

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 22 Exist LT, PC 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-252
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €642.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX clearly outshines Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX, offering significantly better performance in weight (170g / 6oz) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX

  • With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.