Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X vs Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW, 6000, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 5SF41M061
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW
Seafishing
88.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio4:6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19
Penn 2020 Clash II , 4000 HS, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1522161
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 6000X clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and gear ratio (4:6:1). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

  • A score of 6.67 out of 10 (4:6:1) gives you dependable cranking power with enough pace for most saltwater situations
  • Scoring 8.79 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits