Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

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Penn International VISW

Multireels

67.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.68 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1/1.4:1

Maximum drag13.6kg / 29,98lbs

Weight1590g / 56.09oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €559.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/1270

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT

Spinning

4000 D-cx

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €176.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX edges out Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the weight (210g / 7,41oz). Still, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch and a durability of 5.68 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 17 Prorex LT?

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.