Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX

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 24 CERTATE(G), 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10424-300
Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)
Spinning
88.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.32 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €415.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX edges out Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (205g / 7,23oz) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch). Still, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)?

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 3000D-CX

  • With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.32 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques