Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX

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

Daiwa Freams LT

Spinning

79.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €120.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 400/0.4

Conclusion

Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (7.97 out of 10). While Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.