Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

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Daiwa Regal LT, 2000 D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10116-205
Daiwa Regal LT
Spinning
46.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Penn Squall II Conventional, 40, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522173
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
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (7) and line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time