Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX vs Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 14000-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-141
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
85.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €778.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Penn FIERCE IV, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558704
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.5kg / 12,13lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX edges out Penn FIERCE IV 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn FIERCE IV 2500X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4+1 and a line retrieve per crank of 84 centimeter / 33.07 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Penn FIERCE IV?

Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

  • 7 out of 10 (84 centimeter / 33.07 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency