Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X

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Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.92 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight530g / 18.7oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €138.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 LW LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

47.70 out of 100

Value for money2 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4:9:1) and total score (6.61 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Levelwind and Shimano Sahara FJ?

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

A gear ratio of 4:9:1 (scoring 6.11 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
Solid value at €138.60, reliable and great performance, it’s a smart choice for a variety of multireels fishing needs