Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX vs Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

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

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A

Multireels

600 Hga Lc / Right Handx

67.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag10.8kg / 23,81lbs

Weight484g / 17.07oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €179.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size600 HGA LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/274

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX edges out Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.59 out of 10) and the maximum drag (10,8kg / 23,81lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Conventional 40 LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and 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 Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A?

Shimano Tekota 600 Line Counter A 600 HGA LC / Right handX

At a maximum drag of 10,8kg / 23,81lbs (scoring 5 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.