Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX

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Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.54 out of 10

Ergonomics5.91 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight535g / 18.87oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €161.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 400/0.4

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

83.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €230.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa 24 TDR QD?

Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 2508QDX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease