Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX

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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 20 Stella

Spinning

84.20 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €743.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX 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 (13kg / 28,66lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 500g / 17,64oz and a line retrieve per crank of 70 centimeter / 27.56 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Squall II Levelwind and Shimano 20 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