Shimano Tiagra 50WAX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

Shimano Tiagra

Multireels

86.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.1:1 / 1.3:1

Maximum drag17kg / 37.48lbs

Weight2447g / 86.32oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €633.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50WA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.92 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight530g / 18.7oz

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 LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (17kg / 37,48lbs). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 50WAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tiagra and Penn Squall II Levelwind?

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

A gear ratio of 4:9:1 (scoring 6.11 out of 10) gives you a nice middle ground, just enough torque to handle pressure, but still quick enough for general use
Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (530g / 18,7oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel