Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

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Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.89 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight545g / 19.22oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €169.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and gear ratio (4.7). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Penn Squall II Conventional?

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease