Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

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Penn Squall II Conventional, 40 LH , left hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 1522174
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 LH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-100
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
75.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €198.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Penn Squall II Conventional 40 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

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action