Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-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 REGAL LT 5000D-C, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10116-507
Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C
Spinning
5000d-cx
74.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €81.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Both Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX and Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX offers a durability of 5.5 out of 10, while Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX stands out for a ball bearings of 6. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C?

Daiwa 24 REGAL LT 5000D-C 5000D-CX

  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency