Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

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

Shimano Exsence
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €416.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 3000 MHGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/125
Conclusion
Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX 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 C 3000 MHGAX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.3 out of 10 (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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