Daiwa BG 5000X vs Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X

Daiwa BG, 5000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-500
Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €115.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430
Penn 2020 Clash II , 2000, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522156
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
75.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €185.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X edges out Daiwa BG 5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) and the weight (235g / 8,29oz). Still, Daiwa BG 5000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Daiwa BG 5000X

  • 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

Penn 2020 Clash II 2000X

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (4,5kg / 9,92lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.29 out of 10 (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques