Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX vs Penn Battle III 2000X

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio6:2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75

Penn Battle III

Spinning

74.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX clearly outshines Penn Battle III 2000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Penn Battle III 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.