Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

82.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €143.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000S-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (5.3:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Conventional and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-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