Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Delphin BRONZ 6000X

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
Delphin BRONZ, 6000, 6T, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101003748
Delphin BRONZ
Spinning
34.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight346g / 12.2oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €17.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/350

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX clearly outshines Delphin BRONZ 6000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) and total score (7.08 out of 10). While Delphin BRONZ 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Delphin BRONZ?

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

  • For 8 out of 10 (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) in drag score, the reel holds up well when you're battling strong fish or fishing near heavy cover