Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Penn FIERCE IV 3000X

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

93.60 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5:3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight275g / 9.7oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Penn FIERCE IV

Spinning

65.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €69.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/180

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Penn FIERCE IV 3000X, offering significantly better performance in weight (275g / 9,7oz) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Penn FIERCE IV 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.