Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

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 Torium, 40HGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR40HGA
Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight790g / 27.87oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €279.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Penn International VISW 30 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 104 centimeter / 40.94 inch and a ball bearings of 5, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

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

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

  • Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.