Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Penn International VISW

Multireels

64.70 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.98 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1

Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs

Weight3205g / 113.05oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €979.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size80
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €262.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and weight (195g / 6,88oz). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.