Penn FIERCE 4 vs BATTLE 3 review, which is the better reel?

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In this video, we compare the Penn Fierce and Battle spinning reels, two top contenders in the angling world. Both reels are renowned for their durability and smooth operation. The Fierce, with its budget-friendly appeal, delivers reliable performance for anglers of all skill levels. On the other hand, the Battle steps it up with advanced features like CNC machined gears and more ball bearings, making it the go-to choice for experienced anglers tackling more demanding fishing conditions. Join us as we dive into the details and showcase why both reels are trusted options for any angling adventure.
*RODS AND REELS
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PENN FIERCE: amzn.to/3O80QKJ
*OTHER NOTABLE REELS AND RODS
PENN SPINFISHER: amzn.to/3KdIIJY
KASTKING SHARKY:amzn.to/3EMrUIL
TIGER STICK ROD: amzn.to/3EKgTHX
UGLY STIK BIGWATER: amzn.to/3Rh5eqq
*CATFISH AND GAR GEAR
100lb: SPIDERWIRE: amzn.to/3jf1A3O
100lb POWER PRO: amzn.to/3Jpu1qu
STEEL LEADER: amzn.to/39gaNDB
LEADER SLEEVES .082: amzn.to/3K5XD8Y
CRIMPING TOOL: amzn.to/3v7RlRY
STEEL WIRE: amzn.to/3xR5zbM
CIRCLE HOOKS 1: amzn.to/38lqmt1
OCTOPUS HOOKS 2: amzn.to/3rKCE51
SWIVELS: amzn.to/3EKVZs4
NO ROLL WEIGHTS: amzn.to/3DkMMHO
BEADS: amzn.to/38n1uBr
*CARP GEAR
30lb SPIDERWIRE: amzn.to/3jg2WeC
30lb POWER PRO: amzn.to/3HEKlCp
SPIRALS: amzn.to/3v9onBe
BOILIES: amzn.to/36GUXkm
HAIR RIGS: amzn.to/3MqDc85
NO ROLL WEIGHTS: amzn.to/3DkMMHO
CLIPS: amzn.to/3vF5K7g
BEADS: amzn.to/38n1uBr
*FISHING GEAR
CAST NET: amzn.to/3wH2RDT
LANDING NET: amzn.to/3vafffy
FISHING BELLS: amzn.to/36IhAVN
BITE ALARM: amzn.to/38m6HsU
ROD BAG: amzn.to/3MwTYCN
*CAMERA GEAR
GOPRO: amzn.to/3vdKBCg
GOPRO STRAPS: amzn.to/3rP1iSg
GOPRO BATTERIES: amzn.to/397ZD3D
SD CARD: amzn.to/3vdq290
TRIPOD: amzn.to/3LbQtRO
00:00 INTRO
01:45 Similarities
02:57 Differences
04:04 Conclusion
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[@ADVidz2622]

Hi! Can you disassemble your fierce 4.? Coz I opened mine and it has 1 sealed ball bearing and 3 shielded ball bearing. I'm confused coz it says 4 sealed ball bearings.

[@slymonkeey8078]

Nice video! Do a video with fierce 4 vs pursuit 4!!!

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I just might. You’re not the first person to ask for that!

[@M--76]

Great to the point video that helped me make up my mind. Battle 3 it is!

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

Glad I could help! I try to make the videos that I’d want to watch to help me

[@christopherevans1247]

Get the DX model

[@avgjoearmedcitizen6421]

I have 4 battle combos from 6.5ft to 9ft fished them all over the gulf coast and east coast. I have never lost a fish due to the reel or rod. Ever. Redfish, black drum, specs, snook, grouper, sail cats, hard heads, black tips, bonnet heads, sheeps, 6 diff snapper species, jack crevalle……….never had an issue. Great reliable affordable gear.

[@thecluelessoutdoorsman916]

I pulled a tank outta the grass with the 6000 no problem! Just went today and bought the medium light version for my flukes and wacky!

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

6000 Fierce or Battle?

[@Flahmas]

I've been looking to upgrade my gear for bigger fish and was definitely looking at the fierce based on what WILDLIFE has said. He also said some time ago the live liner fierce version doesn't last as long as the non live liner version. Was wondering if you had any results of that being true yourself.

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I’ve been using the Fierce 3 live liner for years in 3k, 4K and 8k models. I beat the crap out of them and don’t take care of them and they keep on going. I would recommend them. Any reel with a 2nd drag system, regardless of brand, will have more parts and by default more chances to fail. So it’s amazing that with the abuse I put them through they haven’t.

[@Flahmas]

@@BitesandStrikesFishing That's great to hear and in which scenarios do you use the live liner? Carp fishing, catfishing, alligator gar? I always just leave the spool closed and feel for bites for catfish and see the line going tight or loose for carp. I guess there's a better way to do that including leaving the spool open possibly. I guess my question is in which types of fishing do you use the live liner, or leave the spool open or closed?

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

@@Flahmas i use the live liner for all those species. Set your main drag, turn on the live liner, and just reel down when you see cats or carp taking off. For gar you have to set the hook pretty hard

[@intropeforthefirstime9780]

I was able to get about 2 hours before thunder started aame thing happened again 4 bites and it just shut off. Anyway very nice reels and hope you had a great weekend

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

Thanks, had a good weekend for sure

[@j.d.greene3895]

I just bought a Battle 3 10000 2 weeks ago going to test it's sea legs next week at Fort Fisher, NC

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

Good luck! Let me know how it works for you. Send me some pictures of your catches. [e-mail]

[@flavoredwaters]

I think I’m going to get the Fierce 4 8000 for a heavy duty surf fishing setup.

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

That reel should work pretty well

[@RapalaSnookin]

Not sure if it’s the CNC gearing or not but the Battle III has better line lay compared to Battle 2 as well

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I’ve never used the Battle II but maybe they upgrade the spool to help with that issue 🤷‍♂️

[@retratosybodasmexico2213]

Are you sure the fierce dont have CNC Gears?

[@palma1009]

Have you tried the Penn fierce 4 live liner combo 8000?

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

Personally I have not, but I did a review comparing the 3 vs 4 PENN Fierce 4 review, compared against the Fierce 3 spinning reel kzbin.info/www/bejne/aV6yaKxjhbForZo

[@juanrivera4003]

I know it’s a bit more $ but I highly recommend trying out the Penn slammers. They are bullet proof. Also the spinfisher is a good in between as far as the Penn line goes.

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I’ve heard good things about the Slammer. As far as I know the slammer doesn’t have a live liner model does it?

[@christopherevans1247]

I have purchased and used both of these reels. Only for saltwater applications commercial fishing use. The battle 3DX 6000 The DX has upgraded main pinion. My battle 3DX has fished 3 commercial seasons an stood up pretty well, reliable reel for the money. The fierce is an okay reel. But for anybody that is looking at these reels to purchase my opinion would be spend a little more money and get a Slammer if you want to stay with penn. The Daiwa BG is a much better made and durable. if you're looking for a live liner feature save your money and buy a Shimano d baitrunner drag is much much smoother oscillation is much better and the drag also. all in all I would much rather spend a little more money and get more longevity dependability & performance. But like he said in the video personal preference fishing Styles and locations freshwater saltwater both are affordable options is my take on those two

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

Very well said. I haven’t tried the BG yet but the one down side of the Shimano is the reel has less line capacity than the Penns. The Fierce is the budget option for sure.

[@Many100videos]

Idk about the sealed bearings. But my fierce only has ONE sealed bearing and thats up at the pinion gear. As for the my battle, its sealed bearings all around from the side plates to the pinion bearing.

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

That would explain the price difference

[@Many100videos]

@@BitesandStrikesFishing on top of that, the fierce would always get stiff after or during use. I don't know why, I've always rinse my reels everything I'm done using them. But just does. I sold it and kept the battle, sold the battle and bought another battle 6000 for my medium heavy

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

@Many100videos interesting, I have about 4 Fierce and I never wash them at all. They get very beat up and I never have any issues. But I also don’t have issues with my Battle.

[@intropeforthefirstime9780]

I use a 30$ soungayling baitfeeder reel and they are pretty bad but i caught my 60lb gar on it so it works

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I’ve also have a kastking Sharky bait feeder that I’ve landed a 70lb gar on… but it felt like it was going to break the whole fight

[@wilbertbenjamin9928]

I like my spinfishers best friend all penn reels are the best 😊

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I have a Spinfisher as well. Beast of a reel

[@JosephGross17]

I just snagged a fierce 4 live liner new and catmax bass pro heavy rod at my local swap meet for 60$ i couldn't give the guy my money fast enough😂

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

1 hell of a deal! Let me know how you like the new reel

[@Thegoat-4L]

I have the battle 3 and the Pursuit 4 Truthfully not that big of a difference and I hear the fierce is a over priced pursuit

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

I haven’t personally used the pursuit but I have friends with it. 1 big differences between the pursuit and the Fierce is the Fierce has a metal frame and the pursuit is graphite. There are a few other features the Fierce comes with internally that the pursuit doesn’t. But at half the cost the pursuit is a solid reel.

[@Thegoat-4L]

@@BitesandStrikesFishing Definitely an unbelievable reel for 50$ , the battle is just great, spinfisher coming soon

[@BitesandStrikesFishing]

@@Thegoat-4L I have the spinfisher as well and it’s a beast. One of the best reels I have. Not cheap but worth it in my opinion

[@linh811]

Fierce is closer to the Battle than the Pursuit is to the budget clamshell models.