Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX vs Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX

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

Shimano Talica 25II CAM

Multireels

25ii Camx

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1 / 2.3:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight950g / 33.51oz

Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25II CAM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX clearly outshines Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6+1) and line retrieve per crank (104cm / 56cm). While Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Slammer IV and Shimano Talica 25II CAM?

Shimano Talica 25II CAM 25II CAMX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104cm / 56cm), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6+1), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.