Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX vs Penn Battle III 3000X

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 25II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM25II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
85.30 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
Weight1025g / 36.16oz
Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €295.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 30/550
Penn Battle III, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII3000, 1518032
Penn Battle III
Spinning
72.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.73 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight330g / 11.64oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €96.10
  • 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 Speedmaster Leverdrag II 25IIX edges out Penn Battle III 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.53 out of 10). Still, Penn Battle III 3000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 89 centimeter / 35.04 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 3000X

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish