Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX

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Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.94 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD-DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 TDR QD and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease