Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
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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 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Penn Squall II Levelwind and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX
- With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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