Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX vs Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €429.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230

Penn 2020 Clash II

Spinning

59.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio7.0:1

Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs

Weight323g / 11.39oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €208.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/280

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.9:1) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Penn 2020 Clash II?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

With a high gear ratio of 9.4 out of 10 (4.9:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
Scoring 8.24 out of 10 (615g / 21,69oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently