Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 NZon Plus LT

Feeder And Match

94.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €177.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000S-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX clearly outshines Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (5) and weight (290g / 10,23oz). While Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT?

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus LT 5000S-CPX

Rated 8.34 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
Rated at 8 out of 10 (5) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers