Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX vs Penn Battle III 6000X

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3

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 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX clearly outshines Penn Battle III 6000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (210g / 7,41oz) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Penn Battle III 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Penn Battle III?
Penn Battle III 6000X
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX


Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX vs Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX


Shimano FX 2500 FCX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX


Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 4000XGFEX


Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 2500DX vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X


Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX


Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX vs Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 2500DX


Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X vs Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT PC 2500DX


Shimano FX 2500 FCX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX


Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX


Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2000X vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX


Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano Vanford FA C3000SDHAX


Cormoran Spoon Trout 8PiF vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX
