Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X

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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 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

56.80 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 drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX edges out Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X 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 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 180g / 6,35oz and a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS 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 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
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.