Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX vs Penn Battle III 8000 HSX

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Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

90.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight670g / 23.63oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Penn Battle III

Spinning

69.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight785g / 27.7oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €127.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/335

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Penn Battle III 8000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and weight (670g / 23,63oz). While Penn Battle III 8000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Penn Battle III?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX

Scoring 8.09 out of 10 (670g / 23,63oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently