Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

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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
Shimano Spheros SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW8000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
50.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (6.77 out of 10). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4+1 and a maximum drag of 13kg / 28,66lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure