Daiwa Tanacom 500 vs Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

Daiwa Tanacom 500
Multireels
70.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.8:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank46 centimeter / 18.11 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €489.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/420

Penn International VISW
Multireels
67.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.68 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1
Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs
Weight1590g / 56.09oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €559.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size30
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270
Conclusion
Both Daiwa Tanacom 500 and Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa Tanacom 500 offers a durability of 9.5 out of 10, while Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.
What's the difference between Daiwa Tanacom 500 and Penn International VISW?
Daiwa Tanacom 500
- A drag score of 6.03 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX
- A gear ratio of 4.1:1/1.4:1 (scoring 6.33 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
- A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
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