Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260
Penn Sargus II Spinning, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1321597
Penn Sargus II Spinning
Spinning
2500x
64.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch). Still, Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.5:1 and a ball bearings of 5, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Penn Sargus II Spinning?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.6 out of 10 (5.5:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency