Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

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 23 MATCHMAN, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-400
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.08 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 95 centimeter / 37.4 inch and a ball bearings of 3, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X

  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers