Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Tyrnos 30 II

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Penn Sargus II Spinning

Spinning

2500x

64.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio5.5:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight284g / 10.02oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

Shimano Tyrnos 30 II

Multireels

91.40 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1 / 2.0:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight1200g / 42.33oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings4 ARB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €307.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tyrnos 30 II clearly outshines Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.14 out of 10). While Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tyrnos 30 II is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Sargus II Spinning and Shimano Tyrnos 30 II?

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

With a score like 8.11 out of 10 (284g / 10,02oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles