Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €369.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260

Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €294.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8500 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX clearly outshines Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and weight (245g / 8,64oz). While Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Penn Slammer IV?
Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX
- With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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