Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

Penn 2020 Clash II , 1000, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522155
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
67.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank56 centimeter / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/255
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 4000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-406
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 39.0 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €196.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch). While Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000D-CXHX

  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 39.0 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency