Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-250
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5.29oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €478.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
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 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in weight (150g / 5,29oz) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Penn International VISW?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX

  • 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
  • Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9 out of 10 (150g / 5,29oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most
  • 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