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

Penn 2020 Clash II , 4000 HS, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522161
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, 3000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10411-306
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €226.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX 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-CXHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 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.
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish