Delphin IXTREK 5000X vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

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

Delphin IXTREK

Spinning

45.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight310g / 10.93oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €49.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.22/440

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 Delphin IXTREK 5000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and weight (545g / 19,22oz). While Delphin IXTREK 5000X 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 Delphin IXTREK and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Delphin IXTREK 5000X

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

Scoring 8.18 out of 10 (545g / 19,22oz), 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