Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa TANASENSOR

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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 TANASENSOR, 500, right hand, Line Counter Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10815-501
Daiwa TANASENSOR
Multireels
69.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.63 out of 10
Ergonomics5.93 out of 10
Gear ratio4.3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight520g / 18.34oz
Line retireve per crank74 centimeter / 29.13 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/380

Conclusion

Both Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX and Daiwa TANASENSOR perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX offers a maximum drag of 22,6kg / 49,82lbs, while Daiwa TANASENSOR stands out for a weight of 520g / 18,34oz. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Daiwa TANASENSOR

  • Scoring 8.27 out of 10 (520g / 18,34oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • A score of 6.29 out of 10 (74 centimeter / 29.13 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.