Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX vs Shimano Vanquish FC 2500SCX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Vanquish FC

Spinning

88.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €407.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC 2500SCX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.82 out of 10). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC 2500SCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.