Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX
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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

Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €399.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000XGFE
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Conclusion
Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX clearly outshines Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn International VISW and Shimano Twin Power FE?
Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX
- A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations
Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX
- 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 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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