Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX vs Shimano Catana 1000 RC

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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

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

Spinning

47.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.72 out of 10

Ergonomics4.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings2 Shielded Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €33.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX clearly outshines Shimano Catana 1000 RC, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and ball bearings (7). While Shimano Catana 1000 RC may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Shimano Catana 1000 RC?

Penn Squall II Conventional 30 LH-Left handX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery

Shimano Catana 1000 RC

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8.82 lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups