Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

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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
Shimano Exsence, C 3000 MHGA, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, EXSC3000MHGA
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 International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and weight (180g / 6,35oz). While Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX 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 International VISW and Shimano Exsence?

Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX

  • A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations

Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 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.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.