Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX vs Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 2000S-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-201
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
76.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Penn 2020 Clash II , 4000 HS, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522161
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
59.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio7.0:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight323g / 11.39oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €208.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/280

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX edges out Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 6,8kg / 14,99lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency