Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Delphin ELIXIR 4000X

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Penn International VISW, 80, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370784
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
Delphin ELIXIR, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 101001245
Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
52.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €19.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/375

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX edges out Delphin ELIXIR 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and the durability (5.98 out of 10). Still, Delphin ELIXIR 4000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 270g / 9,52oz and a ergonomics of 6.1 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Delphin ELIXIR?

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

Delphin ELIXIR 4000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.