Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

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 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

88.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €143.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000S-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.