Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX

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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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)

Spinning

78.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 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 bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €151.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

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 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.