Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

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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 GS LTD

Spinning

27.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.66 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €83.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (6.76 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa GS LTD?

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

A gear ratio of 4.1:1/1.4:1 (scoring 6.33 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use