Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X

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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
Shimano Sienna, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN2500FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX edges out Shimano Sienna 2500X 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, Shimano Sienna 2500X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 250g / 8,82oz and a maximum drag of 4kg / 8,82lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Sienna 2500X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.