Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX

Shimano Torium

Multireels

83.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs

Weight790g / 27.87oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €279.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size40HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/429

Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight500g / 17.64oz

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 LH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX edges out Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). Still, Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 500g / 17,64oz and a line retrieve per crank of 70 centimeter / 27.56 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Torium 40HGA / Right HandX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LH-Left handX

Scoring 8.33 out of 10 (500g / 17,64oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a retrieve score of 5.71 out of 10 (70 centimeter / 27.56 inch), this reel takes its timeand gives full control during delicate retrieves