Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX

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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 Regal LT

Spinning

46.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.37 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight190g / 6.7oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (5) and line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations

Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.73 out of 10 (190g / 6,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.