Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX
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Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €212.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.54 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight535g / 18.87oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €161.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30 LH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 400/0.4
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (5.2:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Penn Squall II Conventional?
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 3000DX
- 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 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
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