Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

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Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-251
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
76.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €133.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Penn Squall II Conventional, 40, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522173
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
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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