Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Penn Battle III 6000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

78.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs

Weight915g / 32.28oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €299.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

Penn Battle III

Spinning

67.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.81 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight590g / 20.81oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €113.30
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/310

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX edges out Penn Battle III 6000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 6000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.6:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 6000X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.8 out of 10 (5.6:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly