Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Torium 30PGAX

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 Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.84 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight575g

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/320

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 30PGAX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and weight (575g). While Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 30PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Shimano Torium?

Shimano Torium 30PGAX

With a serious drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), this reel is made to stop big carp in their tracks, even in rough terrain or tight swims
Scoring 8.08 out of 10 (575g), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.