Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

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Penn International VISW, 30, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370779
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 20 Exceler LT, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10422-100
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €72.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX edges out Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and the durability (5.68 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 180g / 6,35oz and a ergonomics of 6.4 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 20 Exceler LT?

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • 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.