Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X

Shimano 21 Sustain, 4000 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA4000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
94.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Penn 2020 Clash II , 1000, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522155
Penn 2020 Clash II
Spinning
67.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.59 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank56 centimeter / 22.05 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €177.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/255

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Penn 2020 Clash II 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX

  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly