Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

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 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

83.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €471.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in weight (145g / 5,11oz) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9.03 out of 10 (145g / 5,11oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most