Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX

Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
59.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio7.0:1
Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs
Weight323g / 11.39oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €208.50
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HS
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/280

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
90.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?
Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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