Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag

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 Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

45.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank68cm / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.20mm/140m

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (22,6kg / 49,82lbs) and durability (5.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag 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.