Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX
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Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.89 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight545g / 19.22oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €169.70
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
90.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (5.3:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?
Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX
- Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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