Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 19 Certate, 4000D-C, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-840
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
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

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in weight (235g / 8,29oz) and gear ratio (5.2:1). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Penn International VISW?

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

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