Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX

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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 Squall II Levelwind, 20 LW, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1545925
Penn Squall II Levelwind
Multireels
66.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio4:9:1
Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs
Weight500g / 17.64oz
Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €130.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 LW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.81 out of 10). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX 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 Squall II Levelwind?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW-Right handX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load