Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX vs Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R

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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 4000 DH R

Spinning

29.20 out of 100

Value for money2 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight375g / 13.23oz

Line retireve per crank82cm / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €53.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 DH
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130

Conclusion

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R, offering significantly better performance in weight (530g / 18,7oz) and ergonomics (5.92 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 4000 DH R 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 4000 DH R?

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

At a maximum drag of 14,9kg / 32,85lbs (scoring 5.51 out of 10), the reel has a modest drag setup which is enough for smaller fish or relaxed situations where finesse matters more
Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (530g / 18,7oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Solid value at €138.60, reliable and great performance, it’s a smart choice for a variety of multireels fishing needs