Daiwa BG 6500X vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa BG

Spinning

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight835g / 29.45oz

Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €128.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340

Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.54 out of 10

Ergonomics5.91 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight535g / 18.87oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €161.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 400/0.4

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 6500X edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the durability (8.5 out of 10). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch and a weight of 535g / 18,87oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Daiwa BG 6500X

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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Penn Squall II Conventional 30-Right handX

Scoring 8.22 out of 10 (535g / 18,87oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery