Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

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Abu GARCIA Revo MGX, 20 SP/L, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 1513800
Abu GARCIA Revo MGX
Spinning
20 Sp/lx
63.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight170g / 6.38oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €255.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 SP/L
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220
Penn International VISW, 80, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370784
Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €979.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size80
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Conclusion

Both Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX and Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX offers a weight of 170g / 6,38oz, while Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX stands out for a ball bearings of 5. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Revo MGX and Penn International VISW?

Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (6,4kg / 14,11lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6,38oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

  • A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations