Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X vs Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX

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

Shimano Exsence

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €421.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 MXGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/110

Conclusion

Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Shimano Exsence?

Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX

A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly