Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX

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Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight500g / 17.64oz

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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

82.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €809.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX edges out Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 70 centimeter / 27.56 inch and a weight of 500g / 17,64oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Levelwind and Shimano 19 Stella?

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX

Scoring 8.33 out of 10 (500g / 17,64oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a retrieve score of 5.71 out of 10 (70 centimeter / 27.56 inch), this reel takes its timeand gives full control during delicate retrieves
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load