Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX

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Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

75.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €198.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.89 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight545g / 19.22oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €169.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action