Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX

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

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €262.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.51 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €154.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25N
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 315/0.32

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Airity LT and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt